Biking Adventures

Green’s Lick (Bent Creek, Mountain Bike):

2.5 miles of advanced singletrack that drops 800 feet in a constant barrage of high berms, rolling whoop-de-dos, and big jumps, Green’s Lick is a local favorite.

Cedar Rock Trail (Dupont State Forest, Mountain Bike):

Short but sweet, the 1.5-mile Cedar Rock Trail features a steep climb up eastern slickrock (large slabs of granite) topping out with killer views of Dupont State Forest. Take Big Rock trail from the top of the mountain for a fast, technical downhill over slickrock and singletrack.

BRP to Looking Glass Rock Overlook (BRP South, Road Ride MP 388.8 to MP 417):

Roughly 27 miles of steady climbing on one of the most famous roads in America. You’ll pass several impressive overlooks,pedal through a handful of tunnels, and cap off the ride with a view of Looking Glass Rock, a towering dome of granite deep in Pisgah National Forest. Turn around and enjoy the downhill back to town.

Town Mountain Hill Climb (City, Road Ride):

A classic road ride with a 1500-foot climb up Town Mountain that begins on the edge of downtown. The
twisty ride features cityscape and mountain views. Hook it up with the Blue Ridge Parkway (north) and descend the steep Elk Mountain for a 30+ mile “in town” ride.

Explorer/Lower Sidehill Loop (Bent Creek, Mountain Bike):

This intermediate 6.5-mile loop traverses some of Bent Creek’s most diverse terrain and features creek crossings, optional log rides, diverse woodlands & wildlife clearings with tremendous mountain vistas.

Related Resources:

Local Bike Shop: BioWheels / biowheels.com / 888-881-BIKE. Rental bikes, detailed maps and cue sheets for all rides can be found at BioWheels.
Rent A Bike: Brown Dog Adventure Tours / browndogadventuretours.com / 828-277-1528
Give Back: Southern Off-Road Bicycle Association / pisgahareasorba.org