Blue Ridge Parkway & Waterfall Hike from Asheville
Three Waterfalls & the Blue Ridge Parkway in One Morning
You get picked up from your hotel, driven to three different waterfalls across Pisgah National Forest and a state forest, walk about 3 miles on easy-to-moderate trails with snacks and drinks included, and return by early afternoon. The guide handles navigation and stories about the area's history, so you just focus on the walking and the views.
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Step-by-step itinerary
Blue Ridge Parkway and Waterfall Hiking
- Pick up at hotel or visitor center
- Drive along Blue Ridge Parkway
- Drive to first waterfall in Pisgah Forest
- Visit two waterfalls in state forest
- Hike approximately 3 miles on trails
- Enjoy included snack and drink
- Return to hotel by 1:30 p.m.
The experience
You're going to spend half the day in a van with someone who actually knows these mountains, and the other half walking to waterfalls you'd probably never find on your own. The Blue Ridge Parkway tour from Asheville picks you up at your hotel (or the visitor center if you're staying farther out) and heads straight into Pisgah National Forest, where the first waterfall is waiting. It's not a long drive, but the scenery starts working on you right away. The kind of view that makes you understand why people have been coming to these hills for generations.
The hiking part is about 3 miles total, spread across roughly two hours with stops built in so you're not just grinding through. You'll hit three waterfalls and pass through two protected forests, and the pace is easy enough that you're not racing. The trails are rated easy to moderate, which means they're walkable but not flat. Bring shoes that grip. Your guide carries the drinks and snacks, so you just show up ready to move. If the weather cooperates, you'll also get the scenic drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway itself, which is the whole reason this road exists. The views are the point, and they don't disappoint from the van window either.
The van holds a maximum of eight people, which keeps it from feeling like a bus tour, and you're back in Asheville by around 1:30 p.m., leaving the afternoon open. Hotel pickup is included if you're within three miles of the city center. Otherwise, meet your guide at the Asheville Visitor Center. The tour runs in most weather, so bring a jacket if rain is in the forecast. These mountains don't wait for perfect conditions.
What’s included
Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off within 3 miles of city center (or meeting your guide at the Asheville Visitor Center), a local guide throughout the tour, drinks and snacks during the hike, and access to the waterfalls and forest trails. The scenic drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway is included when weather and road conditions permit.
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Operated by Tumblestone Tours & Transportation LLC
Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see multiple waterfalls and the Blue Ridge Parkway without renting a car or figuring out which trails to hit. The guide handles the route and the timing, leaving you to walk and look around.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years). Children under 12 can't be included in the booking.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
How long is the hike on this Blue Ridge Parkway tour?
Approximately 3 miles over about 2 hours, including stops at the waterfalls. The pace is comfortable and the trails are rated easy to moderate.
What's included in the tour?
Hotel pickup and drop-off (within 3 miles of city center), a local guide, drinks, and snacks. Entry to the forests is included.
When does the tour end?
You're back in Asheville by approximately 1:30 p.m.
Is the Blue Ridge Parkway always open?
No. During winter months it may close due to ice and snow. The tour still runs, but the scenic drive portion depends on weather and road conditions.
What's the group size?
Maximum of 8 people per tour. Minimum of 2 people required for the tour to run.
Do I need hiking boots?
Comfortable shoes or hiking boots are recommended. Bring a small day pack if you have one.
What if I'm staying outside the 3-mile pickup zone?
You can meet your guide at the Asheville Visitor Center instead of hotel pickup.
Blue Ridge Parkway & Waterfall Hike from Asheville
5h 30m · EN
from US$ 112 per person
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