Wildflowers, Birding & More

Guided by naturalist Shannon Krenek. Join us for an accessible trail as we explore under the canopy, just north of Asheville, for wildflowers and history.

Guided by Mike Hill, PhD and Seth Buddy. At this time in the spring migration, we will have the chance to view an array of higher elevation species.

Guided by Eli Adams and Shannon Krennek. Celebrate the diversity of useful and edible Appalachian herbs on a favorite hidden waterfall trail, in the Curtis Creek area east of Asheville.

Guided by Eli Adams. Spend a late morning and afternoon in the forest while simultaneously finding a new hiking buddy!

Guided by Professional Geologist Anton DuMars. Learn how to read geological maps as an expert points out phenomena along the Parkway!

Join evolutionary biologist Jenny Gruhn, PhD, owner of Asheville Hiking Tours, for a deep dive into the 100-million-year-old history of Appalachia. Discover the development of communities, and identify their characteristics.

Discover the “elk rut” with sounds of bugling across the valley floor.