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September 28, 2024
Join the celebration of magical DuPont State Recreational Forest on National Public Lands Day. This festival encourages exploration throughout the 86 miles of trails in the 12,000-acre forest. Come ready to hike, bike, hunt waterfalls and learn outdoor recreation tips to last for a lifetime. More than 30 events will take place all day. DuPont Forest is about 40 miles from Asheville, located between the towns of Brevard and Hendersonville. Free admission.
This is a day to be outdoors exploring, so bring your water and picnic food. Plus, bring a bag to remove all your trash. There will be limited food vendors. The day is presented by the hard-working Friends of DuPont Forest (volunteer service group that cares for the forest).
While there are many parking areas in DuPont State Recreational Forest, the festival will be held at the Guion Farm Area, popular for mountain biking. Pets are allowed on a leash.
Directions from Asheville (via Brevard)
Take I-26 East to exit 40 for Highway 280/Airport exit toward Brevard. Turn right onto 280 and drive about 16 miles. Turn left on U.S. 64 as you enter Brevard past Wal-Mart. Travel east on U.S. 64 for 3.7 miles to the gas station in Penrose. Turn right on Crab Creek Rd and continue 4.3 miles and turn right on DuPont Rd. To reach the festival location at Guion Farm, drive 0.7 miles on DuPont Road to a left on Sky Valley Road. Follow Sky Valley Road past the junction of Old CCC Road for 1.6 miles on the right. GPS Address: 3045 Sky Valley Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28739
See our DuPont State Recreational Forest Guide for many more details on things to do and see. Read how DuPont Forest was saved from a real estate development and opened for all to enjoy.
Area Info
Hendersonville
Hendersonville is open and ready to host visitors. Recovery was swift in most areas, and the majority of shops, restaurants, and attraction are open.
Hendersonville is open and ready to host visitors. Recovery was swift in most areas, and the majority of shops, restaurants, and attraction are open.
Friends of DuPont Forest
Volunteer service organization working to enhance the public use and enjoyment of the DuPont State Recreational Forest while protecting its natural resources. Funds help with trail building and… read more
Volunteer service organization working to enhance the public use and enjoyment of the DuPont State Recreational Forest while protecting its natural resources. Funds help with trail building and maintenance, along with building projects.
