Cycling Routes
Cycling in Madison County
Just 20 minutes north of Asheville is Madison County and hundreds of miles of cycling routes. Our quiet mountain roads take riders to breath-taking views as well as deep into valleys and scenic farmland. Below are some of our favorite cycling routes that have low-traffic and vary in distance and difficulty.
Plan your next ride and be sure to fuel-up at one of many restaurants! All of our favorite routes start and end in convenient locations so that you don’t have to worry about parking or food.
Caution: Some of the below routes take cyclists through remote mountain roads that do not have cellular service. Please plan accordingly.
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Little Ivy Loop (12 miles)
This Mars Hill cycling route is an excellent choice for cyclists who want a fairly flat and scenic ride through country roads. This low trafficked route snakes its way through farmlands, valleys and along streams.
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Collegiate Loop (24 miles)
The USA Cycling Collegiate Road Cycling National Championships was held on this route and boasts challenging slopes and great views.
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Meadow Fork Loop (29 Miles)
The Meadow Fork Loop is a stunning countryside road-ride through the mountains. Riders will find themselves riding along tree-covered ridges as well as deep in valleys and into rolling countryside hills.
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Big Laurel Grind (38 miles)
Starting at Mars Hill University, the first 10 miles is a series of warm-up hills through the rolling country of southern Madison County.
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Hot Doggett (100 miles)
This route is one of the toughest you will find east of the Rockies and should not be attempted by inexperienced mountain riders!