Midnight Hole via Big Creek
easy · 2.6 mi · +300 ft · ~1h · 1h 10m from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: swimming hole, creek, Smokies
Midnight Hole via Big Creek is an easy 2.6-mile hike, about 1h 10m from downtown Asheville. Plan on 1h with 300 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Easy creekside walk to a stunning emerald swimming hole in the Smokies.
Trailhead
35.7512, -83.1234
Make a day of it
- Blue Ghost Outpost - Coffee Bar & Provisions (Coffee Shops, ★ 5.0) — 13.1 mi from the trailhead
- Dave’s 209 (Restaurants, ★ 4.7) — 14.0 mi from the trailhead
- Haywood 209 Cafe (Coffee Shops, ★ 4.5) — 15.8 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Midnight Hole via Big Creek take?
About 1h for the 2.6-mile hike, with 300 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Midnight Hole via Big Creek?
It's rated easy: 2.6 miles with 300 ft of climbing.
How far is Midnight Hole via Big Creek from Asheville?
About 1h 10m by car from downtown Asheville.
Is Midnight Hole via Big Creek dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
Similar trails
- Kephart Prong Trail: easy · 4 mi · +400 ft · ~1h 30m · 1h 12m from downtown
- Indian Creek Falls: easy · 3.6 mi · +300 ft · ~1h 15m · 1h 15m from downtown · Dog friendly
- Deep Creek Loop: moderate · 4.4 mi · +500 ft · ~2h · 1h 15m from downtown · Dog friendly
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