Local Hikes: Laurel River Trail

This is a great local hike - it's not too far from Asheville, it has beautiful scenery, and it offers refreshing swimming holes.  The trail is well established and maintained, overall, and, at 7 miles, provides a moderate physical workout.  I've taken this hike twice over the past month and have really enjoyed it.  The Laurel River Trail  is about 30 miles from Asheville, in the Hot Springs area, and the trail head/parking area is conveniently located along 25N/70W (more info).  The links above provide trail specifics and directions and below I've included photos from yesterday's hike.  If you haven't yet taken this hike, I suggest you fit it into your spring/summer plans.  Have fun!!