Bearwallow Mountain is a gorgeous short hike close to Asheville and Hendersonville in Western North Carolina!
Hi guys!
The other weekend one of my dearest friends Rebecca came to visit from Philadelphia. One of the things we did was hike Bearwallow Mountain.
We actually went to pre-school together in Orlando and were really good friends in High School. It's been a LONG time.
The last time I did this hike was in the middle of winter, so it looks so dramatically different. Go back and look at this post after you read to compare. It's pretty cool how the seasons make it seem like an entirely different place.
The trees were popping with green with flickering sunlight through the leaves. It was so pretty.
Just look at these lush green ferns!
I also saw a few wild flowers. This one was my favorite.
The hike is about a mile up. It's a pretty good incline, but not crazy steep.
The last time I was here this was all covered in ice, so the green moss was a nice change.
To get to the top last time I had to go around the trail because of the ice, but this time it was a really easy climb to the top.
The views were just as pretty as I remembered.
I actually think you can see farther in winter, but the green colors really add a lot to the views.
And yes, there are cows grazing in the summer. The only problem is you must watch your step. They leave little presents are everywhere. ewwww!
Around the bend it is even prettier.
I loved the contrast of these yellow flowers on the views facing northeast.
The hubs and I had a great time showing Rebecca a little taste of these wonderful mountains.
Luckily both of these guys are used to my ridiculousness...
and humor me taking crazy photos. 🙂
After the hike we stopped at nearby Looking Glass Creamery for a DE-lux cheese plate and wine. OMG. It was amazing.
Hiking and then cheese and wine? I'm not sure a day could be any better. 🙂
Bearwallow Mountain Hike
Need directions to Bearwallow Mountain or want to go? Check out my Bearwallow Mountain Hike post for complete details including driving and trail head directions. You'll also be shocked to see how different it looks in winter. I actually think it is even prettier in some ways.
Thanks for stopping by today! Come back tomorrow for my favorite roasted vegetable enchiladas.
I’m linking this post with Jill Conyers for Fitness Friday & Inspired to be Fit, Amanda for Thinking Out Loud Thursday, Coaches Corner, and Annmarie for Wild Workout Wednesday.
Your turn!
Have you ever done the same hike in summer and winter to compare?
Michael says
Have a good holiday on Orlando . The scene is very wonderful there. The wildflowers are very nice.
Barbara J. Silverman says
Wow I can feel the fresh air in your photos. They are so beautiful. Coming to nature is really fantastic and sure I will go there someday. Thank you so much for this lovely post.
JulieWunder says
Thanks so much Barbara!
Bobby C. Nickles says
What a great place to relax. Love all the picture and spirit! Love those views so much! Thanks for sharing with us.
JulieWunder says
Thanks so much! It's beautiful.
Richard Tunner says
These are perfect places to enjoy fresh air
Jarrod S. Rice says
The nature in Philadelphia is very wonderful. You can come to visit to take nice photos with mountain, forest, etc. I love it.
Mandi Korn says
We have never done the same hike in different seasons, but we have traveled to the top of Pilot Mountain in all four seasons and it was beautiful. Thanks for the information, it will be a place to check out, if we ever make it to your side of the state:o)
JulieWunder says
Thanks Mandi! And I've never been to Pilot mountain! Will have to make that happen too.
Gingi Freeman says
These photos are gorgeous!! Thanks for sharing! <3
JulieWunder says
Thanks Gingi! Nice to "see" you!
Farrah says
This is such a gorgeous hike! <3 I love all the photos (and that sky is beautiful! *-*)! I need to go hiking again!
JulieWunder says
Thank you so much! Yes, you'll just have to come back!
Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home says
So so pretty! I'm off all week, and I may head back up to the north woods of Wisconsin. You've inspired me again!
JulieWunder says
Thank you! I hope you enjoy your week.
Annmarie says
Looks so pretty- I haven't been hiking in forever, now I wanna go!
JulieWunder says
Hope you get a chance to go this summer!
Deborah @ Confessions of a mother runner says
What a pretty hike and I would be all over that cheese plate too!
JulieWunder says
Love me some cheese!
Meagan @ My Life as Mrs says
Beautiful view! I love hikes but even more so when the view is so rewarding!
JulieWunder says
The views make it all worth it. Hope you are having a good weekend.
Nicole @ Fitful Focus says
This looks like such a beautiful place to hike - made even better by enjoying it with friends 🙂
JulieWunder says
It was a perfect day 🙂
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
Oh wow, what stunning views! The weather is gorgeous here at the moment and I would love to spend some times in the mountains.
JulieWunder says
It's such a great time of year!
Jen @ Pretty Little Grub says
I love hiking! This one looked beautiful and I definitely wouldn't say no to wine and cheese after a hike!
JulieWunder says
Pretty much the perfect day in my world.
Debbie@debbiethisandthat.com says
Such a lovely hike. We did it years ago, but I need to go back. The wine and cheese sounds really good, too! Glad your friend was able to visit. "Old friends" are the best!!
JulieWunder says
Oh yes! You must go the next time you are in the area. To the hike and creamery!
Dan Steadman says
we are wanting to go to Bearwallow...just haven't made it yet....
JulieWunder says
It's such a great easy hike!
lacey@fairytalesandfitness says
Beautiful views. I haven't hiked much. I think it would be easier to hike that in the summer opposed to the winter. I think it could be a challenge with the ice. You'd have to be extra cautious. And what better way to end w wine and cheese. I had that the other wk after kayaking.
JulieWunder says
Oh yes! Ice makes it hard!
Blane Sherer says
Love those pretty shots from your hike.
Glad you enjoyed it.
JulieWunder says
Thank you!! Such great views.
Maye D'Amico says
My favorite wildflower is also the Fire Pink photo you included in today's post. Simple perfection. Beautiful photos of your hike.
JulieWunder says
It is such a pretty flower! Thanks for stopping by today!