Pisgah National Forest Mountain Biking Trails Update

Pisgah National Forest Mountain Biking Trails Update

Overview: Pisgah National Forest near Brevard and Asheville in North Carolina is a haven for mountain biking enthusiasts, offering a diverse range of trails. Following the impact of Hurricane Helene, several trails have been affected. Here is the current status of the Pisgah trails for mountain biking:

Open Trails:

• The Avery Creek Trail is clear and ready for biking.
• The Bennett Gap Trail is in good condition for biking.
• The Black Mountain-Lower Trail is open and suitable for biking.
• The Black Mountain-Middle Trail is accessible for biking.
• The Black Mountain-Upper Trail is clear from the Turkey Pen trail intersection to the Maxwell Road intersection, providing a great biking experience.
• The Boyd Branch Trail is open and ideal for biking.
• The Deer Lake Lodge (Power Lines) trail is clear and suitable for biking.
• The Explorer Loop Connector A and B are both open for biking.
• The Greenslick Trail is ready for biking adventures.
• The Cove Creek Trail is clear and perfect for biking.
• The Daniel Ridge Loop Trail offers a smooth biking experience.
• The Davidson River Trail is open and great for biking.
• The Estatoe Trail, though sandy in spots, is open for biking.
• The Grassy Road Trail is clear and enjoyable for biking.
• The Homestead Loop Trail is open and suitable for biking.
• The Ingles Field Connector and Gap Trails are both clear for biking.
• The Ledford Trail is open and ready for biking.
• The Lower Sidehill Trail is accessible for biking, with a few obstacles to navigate.
• The North Boundary Trail is clear and ideal for biking.
• The Sidehill Connector Trail is open for biking.
• The South Ridge Trail is clear and offers a good biking experience.
• The Wolf Branch Trail is open and suitable for biking.