Sandymush Bald Trail
moderate · 4.4 mi · +800 ft · ~2h 15m · 30 min from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: bald, meadow, quiet
Sandymush Bald Trail is a moderate 4.4-mile hike, about 30 min from downtown Asheville. Plan on 2h 15m with 800 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Quiet trail to a grassy bald with pastoral mountain views.
Trailhead
35.5789, -82.7234
Make a day of it
- The Farm, A Gathering Place (Restaurants, ★ 4.8) — 2.3 mi from the trailhead
- Sweet Southern Funk Food Truck (Restaurants, ★ 4.9) — 3.4 mi from the trailhead
- Doc Brown's BBQ (Restaurants, ★ 4.5) — 3.5 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Sandymush Bald Trail take?
About 2h 15m for the 4.4-mile hike, with 800 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Sandymush Bald Trail?
It's rated moderate: 4.4 miles with 800 ft of climbing.
How far is Sandymush Bald Trail from Asheville?
About 30 min by car from downtown Asheville.
Is Sandymush Bald Trail dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
Similar trails
- Haw Creek Overlook Trail: moderate · 1.8 mi · +450 ft · ~55 min · 12 min from downtown
- Owl Ridge Trail: moderate · 2.6 mi · +500 ft · ~1h 15m · 15 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- Grassy Knob Trail: moderate · 3.8 mi · +750 ft · ~2h · 18 min from downtown · Dog friendly
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