Half Day Hiking Tours
Offered Daily, April through October
Enjoy our favorite trails close to Asheville on a group hike! These hikes are ideal for solo travellers, last minute planners, or anyone looking to make a new friend.
Cost:
$90/person
Price includes transportation from downtown Asheville and snacks. Each trip accommodates a maximum of 6 guests.
Sign-Up Details:
In order to sign up for this trip, please go to our Day Hikes calendar and select the desired trip date. You will find the trip listed there. Group half day trips are scheduled every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday morning, from April through October.
Registration is open for these hikes until 6pm the day before the trip. Within 72 hours of trip start time, please call us at 828-713-5451 to sign up.
Itinerary:
You will meet your guide at our downtown location (70 College St, Asheville, NC 28801) at 8:30am.
You will fill out a waiver and health form, then travel in our company vehicle to the hike location. Hikes may feature wildflowers, waterfalls, historical building remains, or epic mountain vistas. Trips last approzimately 4-5 hours, including travel time to and from the trailhead. Hike distances average 2-5 miles.
We typically hike to a waterfall on Fridays, somewhere off the Parkway on Saturdays, and do a more challenging hike on Sundays.
Cancellation Policy:
Payment in full is required to register, which includes a 15% non-refundable administrative fee. Refunds (minus the 15%) can be issued until one week prior to departure date. Until 48 hours prior to departure, you may transfer your registration to a different date.
Within one week, a refund will be issued only if Blue Ridge Hiking Company cancels the hike due to severe weather. Remember, we hike rain or shine!
What to Bring:
Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing, and bring a rain jacket and an extra layer for warmth. We recommend each guest brings at least 1 liter of water. You are responsible for any medications or personal items needed during the hike.
Your guide will provide snacks for you to use during the hike. If you have dietary restrictions, please notify your guide before the trip.
If your guide does an exceptional job, please show your appreciation with a tip.
If you have any questions regarding this trip, you can reach us by phone at 828-713-5451 or by email at trips@blueridgehikingco.com.