A trip to Asheville, North Carolina-or any of the scenic small towns surrounding it like Black Mountain, Sylva, Flat Rock, and Lake Lure-should always include a hike. Finding the right hike near Asheville can be overwhelming when the Western North Carolina mountains boast more than 1,000 miles of trails within an hour of the city. Add in the different fitness levels and ages of your traveling companions, and you’re faced with what can seem like an impossible decision.