Exploring nature isn’t all about quiet strolls through the forest or casual picnics on top of Jump-Off Rock. Sometimes, people love to get into the wild and test the limits of mountain biking. Pisgah National Forest and DuPont State Forest, near Hendersonville, are two areas that challenge your stamina and ability to cross difficult terrain. You can explore natural forests that overlook beautiful scenes of mountains and blue skies. Your heart will beat and will work up a sweat as you cross over mountaintops and reach destinations that contain amazing views. You can rest atop rock formations and have an outdoor lunch in true Hendersonville fashion. And once you’re rested, you can feel the thrill of descending down mountain hills and getting an intoxicating buzz as your rush around corners and jump paths.
Where to go Mountain Biking
- Pisgah National Forest
- DuPont State Forest
For more information about each forest, visit Hendersonville’s official website (click here).