
Blue Ridge Hiking Company believes that the trail is there for everyone at every phase of life. Our mission is to make the trails enjoyable and accessible for all!
We offer half day and full day hikes near Asheville, as well as custom multi-day trips and backpacking expeditions throughout Western North Carolina. Our company can create the perfect outing for a backpacking novice or the group seeking a challenge - and any adventure in between. All of our professional guides are trained in wilderness medicine and CPR.
Our retail location at 70 College St in downtown Asheville offers a curated selection of lightweight hiking and backpacking gear from cottage industry brands and locally made trail-inspired gifts.
Hiking at night can be intimidating, but seeing our mountains and forests in the quiet of night is an almost magical experience. So we like to take … more
Enjoy the changing fall foliage on one our favorite sections of the AT on this 3 Day, 2 Night backpacking trip. The goal of this trip is to provide a … more
Heidi Nisbett, an accomplished backpacker and talented artist, will guide you on a 3-day backpacking trip in Pisgah National Forest near John Rock and … more
There’s plenty to see and hear on trail even after the last bits of daylight have left the sky. Dark, moonless nights provide opportunities for … more
Enjoy one of our favorite sections of the AT on this 3 Day, 2 Night backpacking trip. The goal of this trip is to provide a supportive environment for … more
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