Are you looking for your next adventure this spring? If so, consider making the journey here to Asheville. We are finally getting over that winter hump and looking forward to some warmer temperatures. The spring season is a great time to visit, as you will see the area come back to life with wildflowers blooming and Asheville’s downtown district becoming more lively. Spending some time outdoors is already a popular pastime here in the spring. Take a look at the best Asheville outdoor activities that you can find do here in Asheville this spring:
Hike Around Blue Ridge Parkway
Getting out to see all of Asheville rise from its winter slumber is an exciting way to spend your spring. Many visitors will notice the Blue Ridge Parkway, an extended stretch of 469 miles of incredible terrain. It is the country’s longest linear park that will connect Shenandoah National Park all the way to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Driving along the parkway is a relaxing and inspiring activity especially during the spring months. You will see green leaves coming to life on the trees and wildflowers blooming alongside the road. The Blue Ridge Parkway can be accessed just 15 minutes away from Downtown Asheville. Part of the fun of exploring the Blue Ridge Parkway is getting off the road and hike the many trails associate with the parkway. The closest one to Asheville is the Craven Gap to Ox Creek Road trailhead. While the trail technically extends throughout all of North Carolina, you will find a two-mile stretch nearby. The trail is known for its abundance of violets, azaleas, and robin trillium along the path. A little bit further from Asheville you can find Graveyard Fields. Do not let the name fool you into skipping this distinctive landscape. Graveyard Fields is an open space that features incredible wildflowers in bloom during the spring. Additional flowers also include bluets, asters, galax, and honeysuckle. Enjoy the blooming flowers of spring!
Explore Local Gardens and Arboretums
Another great spot to enjoy some time outdoors and see the blooming flowers is the local gardens and arboretums. Biltmore Gardens is home to the largest home in America. It features an Italian garden designed by Frederick Law Olmstead with three ponds and beautiful flowers all around. The Walled Garden on the property also changes throughout each season with a new inspiration just in time for spring. Right next to the Blue Ridge Parkway you will find the North Carolina Arboretum that is spread out over 65 acres. You can explore cultivated gardens and filled with colorful flower beds. The Asheville Botanical Garden is just two miles away from Downtown Asheville for an urban oasis. More than 70 species of plants are on display in his non-profit garden that is free to explore.
Explore the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Many of our visitors will make their way to Asheville to have the opportunity to explore the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. You will find six different entrances into the park that are within 70 miles of Asheville. This makes for a perfect day trip to the park and back to the comfort of your vacation rental. Part of the joy of seeing the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in the spring is seeing the wildflowers in bloom along the trails. That is exactly what you will find on the Oconaluftee River Trail. Or check out the Little Cataloochee Trail that is located in the Cataloochee Valley where elk are known to roam freely. Go check out the three waterfalls located on a loop trail near Deep Creek. Other animals that are known to explore the park include black bears, flying squirrels, and more. Don’t miss out on a visit to one of America’s most popular and biggest national countries in the country!
Have a Zip Line Adventure
The spring season is a great time to show the kids a wonderful adventure during your stay. Asheville is home to several zip line companies that will have you enjoy a tree top adventure. Navitate Canopy Adventures will have you enjoying a variety of zip line courses with a bird’s eye view up hi. Another popular spot for children to zip line is over at the Adventure Center of Asheville. They feature zip lines perfect for younger children who may be afraid of the heights with other locations.
More Fun Is Waiting Here in the Spring
You will have an absolute blast getting to explore all of the wonderful features of Asheville this spring. Get ready for your own personal adventure by booking a stay in one of our local Asheville vacation rentals. Enjoy amenities that will help you enjoy the warm weather and stay close to all of these wonderful spring activities. Reach out to us today and begin planning your next adventure!