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Bent Creek – The North Carolina Arboretum loop from Bent Creek

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North Carolina
Buncombe County

Bent Creek – The North Carolina Arboretum loop from Bent Creek

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(7693)

9,633

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Bent Creek – The North Carolina Arboretum loop from Bent Creek

00:52

3.24km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 11, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Pisgah National Forest

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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2.16 km

Bent Creek

Highlight (Segment) • River

There are several paths and trails following Bent Creek and its branches. The trails are often lined with different plants and flowers. Trails following the creek connect the Lake Powhatan Recreation Area to the North Carolina Arboretum.

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3.08 km

The North Carolina Arboretum

Highlight • Natural

The North Carolina Arboretum is a botanical garden in the mountains just outside of Asheville, North Carolina. This tree sanctuary is home to many exhibits and has access to a multitude of multi use trails and paths.

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3.24 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.69 km

1.39 km

146 m

Surfaces

2.01 km

730 m

359 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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