Blue Ridge Backcountry
Blue Ridge Backcountry is a moderate 100+ miles off-road trail near Asheville, NC, best run April - November. The gear list marks All-terrain tires as required, and 4WD capability as recommended. A stock high-clearance 4x4 can run it; check the gear list before you go.
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Forest roads through the 'Land of Waterfalls' in the Pisgah and Nantahala National Forests. Over 250 waterfalls within driving distance of Brevard, with forest service roads accessing the most remote cascades and mountain swimming holes in the southern Appalachians.
Fun Facts
Brevard is the 'Land of Waterfalls' with over 250 within driving distance.
Transylvania County has the highest annual rainfall east of the Pacific Northwest.
White squirrels in Brevard are a unique colony of leucistic gray squirrels.
🛞 Tires
⚙️ Drivetrain
Closest campgrounds to Blue Ridge Backcountry:
- Mount Pisgah · Asheville · 18 mi (straight-line)
- Catawba Falls Camp · Old Fort · 21 mi (straight-line)
- Crabtree Falls Campground · Spruce Pine · 27 mi (straight-line)
Straight-line distance. Check the map for drive time.
GPS Coordinates
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Map of Asheville, NC
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WHAT YOU'LL NEED
A mild lift, all-terrain tires, and correct gear ratio will get you through this trail confidently.
Tire Size Calculator
Convert tire sizes and compare diameter differences before you swap.
Size up correctly, 33s vs 35s matters on moderate terrain.
Gear Ratio Calculator
Find the right gear ratio after lifting or upsizing tires.
Re-gear after a tire upgrade to restore trail torque and MPG.
Wheel Fitment Calculator
Calculate backspacing and offset so wider wheels clear your suspension.
Extra wheel width = extra clearance on tight lines. Check offset before buying.
MPG Calculator
Estimate fuel economy after a tire upgrade, important for remote runs.
Bigger tires cut MPG. Plan your fuel stops for this trail.