A scenic hike with little elevation gain. About 45-50 minutes to Bull Gap and another 45 to Rattlesnake Lodge. Very foggy today but that just made it that much more fun after 2 days of rain. And considering all the rain not that muddy although wet leaves made it a little dangerous.

This is a beautiful trail through the woods. Lots of elevation changes to get a light workout in. I would say this is easy to moderate. Keep in mind that the mountain views are mostly limited except for a few partially visible overlooks. Its more just beautiful nature. We went about 2-3 miles in and returned. Great for a quick afternoon hike. Unless you are specifically looking for clear visibility, this is a great option.

Moderate hike close to town. Dog friendly. Some up and downs enough to get the heart rate up. But all along the parkway and you can always hear the cars. Modern foot trafic with other hikers.

Craven Gap Trail is part of the MTS trail. Trail was well maintained and this portion of the elevation wasnt that difficult. Great canopy of trees during the summer to help shield from the sun and heat.

Nice trail to see the fall colors on. Not as crowded as some others but you wont see anything to spectacular here.

Great trail. Entrance unmarked. Part of MST so you can make it as long as you want.

This was my first love when I moved to Asheville in 2018. I first hiked this trail and it opened up a world of possibilities to the wonderful hiking in the blue ridge mountains. It has some great views and some challenging spots, but overall it is a moderate hike from point to point. I still go back to hike this trail often.

Pretty easy hike. Nothing overly strenuous. Views are okay. Very close to Blue Ridge Pwy so a little noisier at times.

I liked the Craven Gap Trail because it was only 15 minutes from downtown Asheville. The trail was not difficult and was interesting.

Easy to moderate and fairly busy - some steps and some BRP noise at the beginning but overall enjoyable.

Its beautiful, peaceful, and a good place to challenge yourself if youre not an experienced hiker.

Its a good hike, but like others have said theres no real payoff/views. However youll find some streams and interesting trees and plantlife. It would be a great trail for trail runners. There are some switchbacks and changes in terrain and elevation which keeps it interesting!Its also not very crowded so if youre looking to avoid people or tourists this is a great trail for that. I went on a Saturday in July (today) around noon and i had the trail to myself for the majority of the time. Downside is you hear traffic from the Blue ridge Parkway. Overall nice trail and nice getaway from the city without having to drive too far

Trail is well maintained. Lots of ups and downs perfect for a good workout.

Nice hike

From Cravens to lane pinnacle it is closer to 8 miles one way. It is beautiful but extremely tough especially after rattlesnake lodge. The climb before rattlesnake is meandering with a few ups and downs but past that it is mostly uphill with a decent grade.

Great trail to have an all day in the mountians hike. Met some interesting and kind people along the trail. Make sure to wear outdoor shoes/boots being as the trail sometimes turns to mud after it rains in some sections.

Breathtaking & a really great 4 mile hike! If you go to the almost-end before it starts going down the ridge.

Wow. What amazing views.

Great place for someone who doesnt hike often with great obstacles for RC fun

Not overly difficult. About a mile in is a brilliant view.

Was a little cold when we went but the trails are really nice!

Great trail, go check it out. Some good heels if you want a little workout.

Decent hike. Easy to find but No trailhead or signs. Maps of the trails around would be nice to walk up to in a parking lot directing ppl where to go.

Great hike for just getting out. No real big payoff, and it always runs close enough to the road that you can hear the cars and motorcycles.

Protect our public lands

Very nice trail that follows along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Best we can tell it was an out and back not a loop. Well groomed and marked. About 2 miles to Bulls Gap and cross the road for another .5 miles to the other parking area. You’ll see the remains of the log cabin on the right and up hill as you approach that second parking area. Turn around and double back for a nice 5 mile hike w some good ups and downs.

I started at the Crave Gap Trailhead and then took a left and went up to Rice Knob peak.

Beautiful people watching place to walk around and put on your curiosity and explorer hat.

I would rather hike a trail with overlooks

Great hiking trail! A few uphill sections and alot of level areas. Hiked during autumn, colors were beautiful.

I love the medium difficulty if this trail, it makes it easy to get a good workout or have a more casually paced walk.

Spectacular views from the Blue Ridge Parkway in the Asheville NC area.

Great hike. Tons of flowers this time of year, I started at the parking lot and hiked to the ruins and made the steep loop that takes you down to the parkway again near the tunnel. If You go this way and back, its 9.3 mi. Great workout, and rarely too crowded once you get going.

We met the caretaker of the trail as we started our hike. We would like him to know what an amazing job he has done in caring for, and improving the trails. Many small details were seen throughout the hike. Beautifully done!

This would be a great trail for the fall - when the leaves change colors - or in the spring - when the flowers are blooming. In summer, its a nice shady hike that isnt too strenuous - but there arent any great views. Its also possible to go quite far on the trail as well!

It was a ice and quiet hike. We didnt get do to that much because it started getting dark. But we will be going back to finish it

Perfect self care hike !

Beautiful very easy trail

Nice views, not bad terrain, but it was beside the road a lot :/

This is another trail located off the parkway I have walked this trail many times if you like the outdoors I suggest you hit this trail...

Saw several pileated woodpeckers (life bird!!) and heard a lot of other interesting wildlife here.

Easy grade trail parallels the Blue Ridge Parkway

My wife and I had an enjoyable short hike on the trail. We stopped by the creek and enjoyed a snack. The views were nice when you could see through the foliage. It does not offer the silent calm of nature as you hike alongside the Blue Ridge Parkway. Its close by, so we can take a short trip to get outside. If this was helpful, please hit the thumbs up like.

This place is amazing! Lots of beautiful views on a very easy walking trail. Whether in winters silence or summers bounty, this trail has a lovely feel and smell. This is a great place to breathe fresh air without going too far from Asheville!

A pretty little trail, though a bit hard to find the trailhead which is a little staircase from the parking area. Since decent overviews of the area. Fun for a quick hike.

Nice trail, not a lot of places for view points along the 1.5 miles we hiked.

Easy to moderate difficulty trail with well worn path. Not well marked. Hard to know that we reached the correct trailhead. Look for this set of stairs as the start of the trail.

Good hike

Pleasant trail follows the parkway with entrance and exits at either end

Great Hike! Highly recommend!

Great Trail! Varied inclines and declines to help balance the effort. Wonderful foliage through the year. Two convenient parking locations at each end.

Beautiful

Beautiful view! Just when the fog was going away...

Nice clean place.

Beautiful place to ride on a motorcycleTake a jacket it can be chilly

This is our favorite Trail to hike every time were in town. Not too challenging, amazing views, and it feels entirely different depending on the time of year you visit!

Great place to find wildflowers in bloom.

Easy, shaded trail to walk, including with small children

Nice scenic hike

Beautiful and full of wildflowers (end of April). I would grade it a moderate difficulty since we had child with us.

Decent overall hike but with limited views. The trail is clear and has a good variety of terrain and hills. Only slightly challenging but enjoyable!

Nice trail.easy too

A nice little trail close to town. Not really any good, unobstructed vistas. Trail ran next to road, and got road noise from time to time. Saw two black bears. Did not get eaten.

Nice little walk. Along a road that was apparently closed due to the government shut down and lack of money to keep up on the road during the winter.

My fiance and I are newbies to hiking and this was a great trail to start with. The view from one of the ridges was just beautiful

Trail was narrow & busy. Had to pause often to allow people to pass

Not bad for a short stroll, but there is no trailhead, no map, no markers. The big draw here is that it’s not far from Asheville if you don’t want to stray too far from town to get some outdoor exercise.

Great trail with awesome overlooks.

Worth every minute

Gorgeous place for a walk or a run. Decent parking on dirt.

Beautiful trail, great view

Great local hike. Poison ivy in summer. Lots.

A relaxing stretch of trail only 15 minutes from downtown Asheville. Its not strenuous, but there are some better views on other trails in the area.

Moderate trail fun hike

A good, short hike with some climbs but nothing you cant tackle with street shoes and a bottle of water. No great vistas but nice and shady.

Nice hike...cant go wrong with the Blue Ridge Parkway!

Great section of the Mountains Too Sea trail. Good for couples, singles or families.

Beautiful

Breath taking awesome

Pretty views, the drive up to the trailhead is worth it alone! We were disappointed that we hiked for about an hour but never got to a summit. As far as we hiked, the trail just winds alongside the mountain rather than up it.

Great place to hike

Some good views and an easy going hiking trail.

A pretty hike down from Craven Gap from the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Beautiful place to hike

Great trail for kiddoes + mom, dad and gramma. Bring bug spray in the summer.

Good short trail, some unstable footing but an enjoyable hike overall.

Easy hike. Clearly marked.

Great trail to hike right off the Parkway

Part of the MTS trail, good for day hike.

Family had a nice time!

Really amazing view!!!

My dog pooped in the snow, 10/10 great time.

A little weird. Not enough shade.

Bearssss

Absolutely gorgeous!!

Must do in the summer

Shame it was so foggy

Busy trail, well-maintained and not hard - excellent views

Great hike, great views.

Beautiful