Pisgah National Forest
Pisgah National Forest
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8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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A park within easy driving distance from Hendersonville that offers hiking, camping and fishing.
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More than 3 hours
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- ND HMinneapolis, Minnesota28 contributionsWonderful hike to the top of Mt Pisgah with great views at the top!Great hike to the top of Mt Pisgah in June 2022. We are 71 and in good shape. We started at the Pisgah Inn and round trip took about 4.5 hours with stops for lunch, snacks and photos. There are some steep areas with stone steps but overall I would rate it as moderately difficult partly due to the heat. Bring lots of water and snacks. Very interesting trees, flowers, shrubs and thickets. Amazing view at the top.Visited February 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten February 6, 2023
- Elizabeth G121 contributionsGood hiking, campgroundExcellent hiking, good campground. The trails are what you would expect in the region--well maintained, clearly blazed/marked. We stayed in the campground: sites are small but well-wooded for privacy, bathrooms are acceptable but not great. Bear boxes are provided at each campsite, which is very convenient and improves safety.Visited October 2022Written April 8, 2023
- Arthur GEndicott, New York779 contributionsFall in the ForestA pretty scenic drive in the fall. There was a helpful ranger in the visitors center. We found a quiet and pleasant picnic area. The Looking Glass Falls was very popular but worth a hike to see. Lots of mountain driving and scenic views.Visited October 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten November 9, 2023
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Arthur G
Endicott, NY779 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Couples
A pretty scenic drive in the fall. There was a helpful ranger in the visitors center. We found a quiet and pleasant picnic area. The Looking Glass Falls was very popular but worth a hike to see. Lots of mountain driving and scenic views.
Written November 9, 2023
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tincupgolfer
Phenix City, AL35 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Family
The views were awsome. We spent three days viewing the fall colors and hiking. We had a great time. We based out of Brevard witch was a good joice.
Written October 25, 2023
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abroadwithashley
Minneapolis, MN1,440 contributions
Jul. 2023 • Couples
We had a great time hiking in Pisgah National Forest - and were surprised at how few fellow hikers were around! We drove there via the Blue Ridge Parkway and it was stunning. Our first stop was for views of Looking Glass Rock and if we ever return, we'll definitely do the hike out there. Next up was our hike to Skinny Dip Falls - easy to follow, which was nice because no one else was on it. Our second hike was Graveyard Field - absolutely lovely, but once again pretty empty until our hike back (Second Falls was more impressive than Upper Falls). The path was definitely less clear! Last stop was Looking Glass Falls and - hello - we found everyone. But it was a fun stop anyway. Definitely plenty more hikes & waterfalls to return to!
Written October 22, 2023
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Naia1
United States28 contributions
Jul. 2023
Pisgah Forest is nice but don't hike alone. It is not safe in the Transylvania county and Brevard area. I was followed by pepole up here. Someone was murdered at the restaurant on the top of the mountainl. Also, be careful in the traffic. Stalkilng is a problem in the county. Don't head to the Cedar Mountain area.
Beautiful views. The Davidson River campground is very nice and secure.
Beautiful views. The Davidson River campground is very nice and secure.
Written August 6, 2023
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Lisa G
Grand Forks, ND36 contributions
Jun. 2023 • Family
Fun and accessible for families with young kids. We enjoyed sliding rock, looking glass falls, hiking, a picnic, and hammock naps.
Written June 30, 2023
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Elizabeth G
121 contributions
Oct. 2022
Excellent hiking, good campground. The trails are what you would expect in the region--well maintained, clearly blazed/marked. We stayed in the campground: sites are small but well-wooded for privacy, bathrooms are acceptable but not great. Bear boxes are provided at each campsite, which is very convenient and improves safety.
Written April 8, 2023
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William O
Rapid City, SD2,666 contributions
Apr. 2023 • Family
Anytime you can spend some time in the forests, it is a great day. Pisgah has it all with waterfalls, trails, scenic drives, and so much more. I always enjoy a visit to Pisgah National Forest.
Written April 8, 2023
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ND H
Minneapolis, MN28 contributions
Feb. 2023 • Couples
Great hike to the top of Mt Pisgah in June 2022. We are 71 and in good shape. We started at the Pisgah Inn and round trip took about 4.5 hours with stops for lunch, snacks and photos. There are some steep areas with stone steps but overall I would rate it as moderately difficult partly due to the heat. Bring lots of water and snacks. Very interesting trees, flowers, shrubs and thickets. Amazing view at the top.
Written February 6, 2023
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YWC3238
Atlanta, GA106 contributions
Oct. 2022
About 6 miles hike and took us about 3 and half hours up to Looking Glass Rock.
I would consider this a moderate hike. Highly recommended.
I would consider this a moderate hike. Highly recommended.
Written October 30, 2022
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JerseyBenp
Jersey, UK275 contributions
Sep. 2022
so many lakes and waterfalls, beautiful trials, driving roads and lakes to swim in, one of best places every been to and I have travelled alot
Written September 27, 2022
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Any idea what the weather is like in late March?
Tom T
Concord, GA192 contributions
The weather in late March in western NC is usually in the low to mid 60’s during the day and mid 40’s at night. But kind of like Georgia it has snowed on rare occasions when a cold front drops down from the north. If I plan a trip I monitor the weather report weeks ahead to make sure u come prepared for a cold snap.
torriesw
Washington DC, DC42 contributions
how was it with dogs? Any places you talk your dog?
Thank you so much for any and all information. decided NO KENNEL this weekend, taking the girls with me.
Robert R
Charlotte, NC43 contributions
Some trails on Grandfather Mtn. Have ladders that Dodd couldn’t do unless they are small enough to carry. Otherwise a 6’ leash is needed. The bears are especially active this year.
torriesw
Washington DC, DC42 contributions
how was it with dogs? Any places you talk your dog?
Thank you so much for any and all information. decided NO KENNEL this weekend, taking the girls with me.
Paul P
GADSDEN, United States18 contributions
Like all other National Parks dogs are welcome ,but you also have the leash laws to were the dogs are on Leash or tie outs at all times. No dogs are allowed on the trails !
FallingFeather
Fort Lauderdale, FL4 contributions
Hi! We are coming up in late October from flat, boring Florida. I'm looking for an easy-ish trail that offers great views. Any suggestions?
robynrawlings
Gatlinburg, TN18 contributions
We did Catawba falls with our dog and there were a lot of people bringing kids or carrying them. It is a very doable walk in the mountains with a beautiful waterfall at the top. Looking glass falls is right in pisgah and is on the road with no hiking required but is also pretty.
ACTtherapist
Hoover, AL353 contributions
Is the picnic area at Coontree off 276 still open? I'm not seeing it on some of the maps. I love the magical swimming hole area in the far side....
emanddustin
New Orleans, LA4 contributions
We are looking for a nice cabin under $150 a night in the area. We’d love Mountain View’s
Robert P
Asheville, NC38 contributions
There is an inn near the top of Mount Pisgah called "The Pisgah Inn." I am not sure about rates or availability but should be affordable since I think its the national park service that runs it. All rooms face the mountain tops (you look out above the range) and the views are incredible!
Are hiking boots recommended for the trials in Pisgah Forest or would tennis shoes be ok?
kedkap
Leesville, SC543 contributions
I would recommend. My wife and I are 59 and always wear boots to avoid injury. Hope it helps enjoy b
I would like to camp in a pop-up camper last week in March for a week. Looks like National Forest do not open to camping until April first. Where would you suggest camping? What kind of weather would I be looking at? Are there any campgrounds with electricity? From WI never been to this area. Thank You!
Jane H
Mebane, NC302 contributions
Hello Debra N,
I stayed several times at Alpine Village in Burnsville, NC. I have never camped in The Pisgah National Forrest. There is a campground as you enter The Pisgah Forrest. It is clean and not crowded. The weather in April is still cool. The summer months are the best times to visit.
Jane H.
Food4NYCSoul
Oviedo, FL1 contribution
Can you get cellular phone service with any carrier in the forest? My recent trip had no signals via T-Mobile.
Jane H
Mebane, NC302 contributions
Your best bet would be Verizon in The Pisgah National Forrest.
Jane H.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pisgah National Forest
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Pisgah National Forest:
- Waterfalls and Blue Ridge Parkway Hiking Tour with Expert Naturalist (From C$135.74)
- Privately Guided Half Day Hike (From C$185.10)
- Blue Ridge Mtns Hiking Tour with the areas top rated trail expert (From C$128.88)
- Guided Hike to 3 Amazing Waterfalls - 2.5 Hour Hiking Tour (From C$122.03)
- 2.5-Hour Blue Ridge Parkway Guided Jeep Tour (From C$135.74)
- Hotels near Pisgah National Forest:
- (8.13 km) The Bromfield Inn
- (7.70 km) Pilot Cove : Forest Lodging
- (8.07 km) Sunset Motel
- (7.18 km) The Red House Inn Brevard
- (13.59 km) Pisgah Inn
- Restaurants near Pisgah National Forest:
- (7.67 km) Bracken Mountain Bakery
- (7.61 km) The Square Root
- (7.69 km) The Falls Landing
- (7.90 km) Hawg Wild Bar-B-Que Co
- (13.52 km) Pisgah Inn Restaurant
- Attractions near Pisgah National Forest:
- (2.62 km) Looking Glass Falls
- (3.00 km) Sliding Rock
- (2.23 km) Looking Glass Rock
- (7.67 km) Crystal Mountain Gem Mine
- (7.63 km) Red Wolf Mountain Bike Tours