This summer I had the opportunity to do a good deal of hiking in the forests surrounding Brevard, and I thought I’d create a list of suggestions (with directions from the College) for various hikes and healthy activities. * I have also put together a Wellness Calendar and Resource List for Brevard College and area events, activities and businesses.

For information about mountain biking in the Brevard area, check out these web pages:
    http://www.mtbr.com/trails/NorthCarolina_name.html
    http://www.main.nc.us/BRBC/trails.html
    http://www.westcarolina.com/sports.html
    http://www.gorp.com/gorp/resource/us_national_forest/nc/hik_pis.htm
    http://main.nc.us/BRBC/mtbrides.html

For directions and a description of a particular hike, please click on the appropriate link below:
Andy Cove Nature Trail

Cemetery Loop

Coontree Loop

Courthouse Falls (and Dill Falls)

Cove Creek Falls

Daniel Ridge Loop (and Falls)

Devils Courthouse

DuPont State Forest - Hooker Falls, Triple Falls, High Falls

DuPont State Forest - High Falls, Triple Falls and Hooker Falls

DuPont State Forest - Bridal Veil Falls and Lake Julia

Graveyard Fields and Waterfalls (Second Falls and Upper Falls)

Jocassee Gorges - Bearwallow Valley Overlook Trail (1.25 miles)
and Buckberry Ridge Trail (0.75 miles)

John Rock

Moore Cove Falls

Pretty Place

Raven Cliff Falls

Sliding Rock

Slick Rock Falls and Trail

Twin Falls

Canoeing and Kayaking at Headwaters Outfitters

Other Useful Hiking Links
http://www.dupontforest.com/trails.asp
Carolina Mountain Club - hike links
http://www.weaversites.com/AshevilleNatural/trails.html
http://www.gorp.com/gorp/resource/us_national_forest/nc/hik_pis.htm
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Important Information
 *As always, when hiking you should always:

•  Hike with someone
•  Let others know where you are going and when you expect to return
•  Wear appropriate footwear and clothing (carry rain gear)
•  Carry water (and snacks)
•  Have a map of the area (available downtown at the Forest Place or Visitor's Center or at Dolly’s ice cream shop)

** I am not responsible for anyone getting lost or injured when taking one of these hikes.  Neither is the College.  You are responsible for making sure you are adequately prepared.
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Canoeing or Kayaking at HeadwatersOutfitters

Another idea for the water enthusiasts.  If the weather is nice  and you are interested in kayaking or canoeing, you might want to try out this web site http://www.headwatersoutfitters.com (or call 877-3106 for details and reservations).  You can take a 3 hour canoe trip for as little as $20.00 per person. It is a nice trip, but it is unsupervised, and you, of course, are responsible for your own safety.  But canoes and kayaks are provided, a brief training is conducted, and you are shuttled to and from the French Broad River.  There are also float trips available.