
Essential Gear for Hiking in Pisgah National Forest
Embarking on a hiking adventure near Pilot Cove in Brevard, North Carolina, is an excellent way to connect with nature and explore the breathtaking landscapes of Western NC. To ensure you have a safe and enjoyable experience, it's essential…


Guide to Trails in DuPont State Forest
DuPont State Recreational Forest, just over 15 minutes from Pilot Cove, is home to more than 10,000 acres of forest, trails, and majestic waterfalls between Brevard and Hendersonville, North Carolina. The forest offers approximately 90 miles…

Hiking for Beginners in Pisgah National Forest
Hiking is a wonderful way to connect with the outdoors, and it’s an activity that you can suit to your experience, skill level, and capabilities. With some preparation and planning, almost anyone can enjoy getting back to nature at a pace…

Hardest Trails in Pisgah National Forest
The Pisgah Ranger District near Pilot Cove and Brevard, North Carolina includes a variety of hiking and mountain biking trails from easy to moderate to difficult, family-friendly to technical. This is a guide to the hardest trails in Pisgah…

Easiest Trails in Pisgah National Forest
The Pisgah Ranger District near Pilot Cove includes a variety of hikes from easy to moderate to difficult, family-friendly to technical. This is a guide to the easiest trails in Pisgah National Forest near Pilot Cove.
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Hike of the Week: John Rock Trail
One of our favorite recommendations for a Winter hike in Pisgah National Forest, John Rock trail is a 5-mile loop with a wonderful summit at 3,320 feet. The John Rock hike starts at the Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education. You’ll pass Cedar…

Davidson River | Pisgah National Forest | Visitors Guide
Davidson River & Pisgah National Forest
During every season, tourists and locals alike flock to Pisgah National Forest to take advantage of its famous hiking, fishing, road cycling, mountain biking, camping, and other outdoor recreation…

Winter Guide to Pisgah National Forest & Brevard NC! 2018-2019
The winter season brings a wonderful mystique to the Pisgah National Forest and Brevard NC. This amazing land covering more than 500,000 acres offers incredible hardwood forests, waterfalls and plentiful trails. In fact, Transylvania County…