Spencer Branch Trail
moderate · 3.2 mi · +500 ft · ~1h 30m · 28 min from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: creek, forest, moderate
Spencer Branch Trail is a moderate 3.2-mile hike, about 28 min from downtown Asheville. Plan on 1h 30m with 500 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Moderate creekside hike in the North Mills River area.
Trailhead
35.3812, -82.6612
Make a day of it
- Pisgah Coffee Roasters ® (Coffee Shops, ★ 4.9) — 4.5 mi from the trailhead
- Burning Blush Brewery (Restaurants, ★ 4.8) — 5.2 mi from the trailhead
- Appalachian Mountain Brewery Taproom and Kitchen (Breweries, ★ 4.7) — 5.3 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Spencer Branch Trail take?
About 1h 30m for the 3.2-mile hike, with 500 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Spencer Branch Trail?
It's rated moderate: 3.2 miles with 500 ft of climbing.
How far is Spencer Branch Trail from Asheville?
About 28 min by car from downtown Asheville.
Is Spencer Branch Trail dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
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- Trombatore Trail: moderate · 3.6 mi · +600 ft · ~1h 45m · 12 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- Turkey Pen Gap Trail: moderate · 5.4 mi · +800 ft · ~2h 30m · 35 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- Yellow Gap Trail: moderate · 2.6 mi · +500 ft · ~1h 15m · 35 min from downtown · Dog friendly
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