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Forest Heritage Scenic Byway is a loop trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Brevard, North Carolina.

Hot Springs Motorcycle Ride is a point-to-point trail where you may see local wildlife located near Waynesville, North Carolina.

The Mt. Pisgah campground is nestled right off of the Blue Ridge Parkway near Canton, NC.  Since it is at an elevation of 4,980 feet the campground is a perfect destination to beat the heat and humidity that the region can be known for in the summer months.  Reservations and information can be found on their website, they do have 74 first-come first-served sites so reservations aren't really ne...

Thompson Ridge Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Pisgah Forest, North Carolina.

Mountains-to-Sea Trail: Pisgah Inn to 276 is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Pisgah Forest, North Carolina.

This is an extremely easy trail with a minimal incline. The tower, built in 1941, standing 70 feet above the summit, can be nerve wracking, even for those who aren't scared of heights.  However, most feel it's worth the view. Expect to see fellow hikers. On pretty days there can be a few people waiting at the base of the tower for their chance to climb the stairs.  

Trace Ridge Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Horse Shoe, North Carolina.

Cold Mountain via Art Loeb Trail is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Canton, North Carolina.

Lower Sidehill Trail is an out-and-back trail that is good for all skill levels located near Arden, North Carolina.