Bear Paw State Natural Area Guided Hike

3511 Dutch Creek Road, Banner Elk, NC 28604

(828) 264-2511

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  • Dates: August 16, 2025
  • Presented By: Blue Ridge Conservancy
  • Location: Bear Paw State Natural Area Parking Area (at the end of Dutch Creek Road)
  • Address: 3511 Dutch Creek Road, Banner Elk, NC 28604
  • Phone: (828) 264-2511
  • Price: Free, Register on or after July 14

This is a great chance to get outside and explore the High Country. Each hiking location has its own unique story about how it was conserved. Bear Paw State Natural Area is on public land that Blue Ridge Conservancy helped acquire. This hike is considered strenuous. Find updates here.

All hikes are guided by BRC’s staff. Registration required. Directions and hiking logistics will be emailed to those signed up the week prior to the hike. There is limited space available for each hike.