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Fall Trail Day

October 18, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Fall Trail Day

October 18, 2025

Hike, bike or run to join us for Trail Day at the Arboretum! Join us October 18 as we celebrate all things trails! Nearly all our 10 miles of hiking and biking trails are reopened, so you can also choose your own adventure.

Enter to win one of six Cold Mountain Release weekend passes from Community Partner Highland Brewing; enjoy a demo from Blue Ridge Hiking Company; learn about accessible hiking and adaptive equipment with Waypoint Adventure and more!

Event Schedule

10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Highland Brewery Chance to win Cold Mountain tickets
Baker Lawn (Winners will be contacted via email on Monday)
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Waypoint Adventure NC and Landmark Learning tables
Baker Lawn
10:00 a.m. Echoes of the Forest Bench Unveiling
Garden Promenade
10:00 a.m. BlueRidge Hiking Co – Multi-day Hiking Demo
Amphitheater
11:00 a.m. Guided Trail Tour
Sign up and meet at Baker Visitor Center
11:00 a.m. Landmark – Basic Hiking First Aid Demo
Amphitheater
12:00 p.m. Blue Ridge Hiking Co – Single Day Hiking Demo
Amphitheater
1:00 p.m. Guided Trail Tour
Sign up and meet at Baker Visitor Center
1:00 p.m. Landmark – Basic Hiking First Aid Demo
Amphitheater
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Secrets of Fall Color program 
Adult Education program – registration required

Fall Trail Day is sponsored by Community Partner Weller at the Preserve.

This event is part of Fall for the Arb! Celebrate fall with a series of events and happenings throughout September and October! The North Carolina Arboretum is excited to welcome this season with nature programs, education, music, art and more!

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  • Date: October 18, 2025
  • Time:
    10:00 am - 3:00 pm
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