Get Outside in Hendersonville, NC
Beginner-Friendly Backpacking Trips Near Town
Hendersonville offers small-town charm with big-time access to the Blue Ridge Mountains. If you’re looking for Hendersonville NC outdoor activities that go beyond a scenic stroll or vineyard visit, Adventure Grown Guides is here to help.
We offer guided backpacking experiences just minutes from downtown. Whether you’re new to outdoor adventure or looking to build confidence in the backcountry, we’ve got you covered.
You Want More Than a Scenic View. You Want an Experience.
Plenty of folks come to Hendersonville for apples and mountain air. But if you're ready to feel the rock beneath your hands, sleep under the stars, and connect deeply with nature, we’ll take you there.
At Adventure Grown Guides, we lead intentional, instructional trips focused on helping people experience the outdoors in a meaningful, supported, and empowering way.
Local Expertise You Can Trust
We’re not a big-box outfitter. We’re a small team of seasoned guides who live and play in Hendersonville. Every route we guide, every trail we lead, is part of the landscape we call home. That means:
You get insider access to hidden climbing gems and serene backpacking trails.
We tailor trips to your goals, skill level, and comfort zone.
You leave with more than just memories, you leave with new skills and confidence.
Ready to Experience Hendersonville Differently?
Don’t just visit, connect. At Adventure Grown, we believe time outside changes lives. Whether you’re new, curious about backpacking, or just ready to trade the crowds for quiet cliffs and winding forest trails, your next adventure starts here.
Explore Pisgah National Forest
Few places in the Southeast offer as much adventure as Pisgah National Forest. Just minutes from downtown Brevard, Pisgah is a wonderland of granite walls, fern-lined trails, and misty creeks.
Our Guided Adventures:
Single-pitch rock climbs perfect for beginners and families
Overnight backpacking loops with stunning ridge views and swimming holes
Instructional trips focused on outdoor skills, safety, and self-reliance
Experience DuPont State Forest
DuPont might be known for waterfalls and bike trails but with Adventure Grown, you’ll discover a different side of this popular park. Our DuPont offerings are all about:
Intro to rock climbing on grippy, scenic slabs with sweeping forest views
Half-day hiking adventures for those wanting a low-commitment, high-reward outing
Custom group experiences ideal for families, teams, or retreats
Book Your Hendersonville Adventure Today
There’s no better way to explore Hendersonville NC outdoor activities than with your boots on the ground or your hands on the rock. Let’s leave the crowds behind and do something real.