🌄 THE Ultimate Begginer BackPACKING Trip

This experience includes a short “Intro to Backpacking Skills” class before we head out on the trail together.

Our small-group beginner trips offer the perfect balance of learning, hiking, and camping - we always camp in the prettiest places for these trips, so get excited! You'll learn skills from your instructor at basecamp and then put those skills in to practice on a short, guided overnight trip in Pisgah National Forest.

🏞 Where We’re Going: Sam’s Knob

Just off the Blue Ridge Parkway, Sam’s Knob is one of North Carolina’s crown jewels. The 5.5-mile roundtrip trail is a favorite for its variety—meadows, forest, open balds, and sweeping views—and the summit offers one of the most breathtaking sunset spots - one of our local favorites -and each ultimate guided overnight trip usually has an extra theme to it too (examples: sunset summit yoga or stargazing)

🏕 What’s Included

✔️ Guided overnight backpacking trip with Katlyn, Appalachian Trail thru-hiker
✔️ Summit yoga session at sunset
✔️ Pre-trip Zoom call to go over packing and prep
✔️ Optional free tent stay at Nero Coffee + Camp the night before and/or after
✔️ All meals provided, with dietary accommodations available
✔️ Coffee from Nero Coffee, brewed fresh in the morning ☕️
✔️ All the gear you need (pack, tent, pad, sleeping bag)
✔️ Trail transportation to and from the hike

🧳 What You’ll Need to Bring

After booking, you’ll receive a full packing list and gear guide. We provdide all gear, but if you have your own gear, you can let us know and we’ll make sure it’s the right gear for this trip on our call. We’ll make sure you’re well-prepared and comfortable.

🗓 Sample Itinerary

Pre-Trip (Optional):
Free tent camping at Nero Coffee + Camp the night before the trip

Day 1:
10:00 AM – Meet at Nero Coffee + Camp in Hendersonville, NC for Backpacking Basics
12:30 PM – Group lunch
1:30 PM – Shuttle to the trailhead
2:30 PM – Hike about 2 miles to our campsite
4:00 PM – Camp setup + short hike to the summit
6:30 PM – Sunset Yoga at the Summit + tea and hot cocoa
7:30 PM – Group dinner + optional campfire (weather and fire safety permitting)

Day 2:
8:00 AM – Coffee + breakfast at camp
9:30 AM – Break down camp + hike out
12:00 PM – Optional celebration lunch + beer stop at The Hub in Brevard

✨ Why You’ll Love It

Sam’s Knob is a gem: 6,000+ feet of beauty, easily accessible yet wild and peaceful. The variety of terrain, ever-changing seasonal beauty, and wide-open views make it a favorite for a reason.

This trip is about slowing down, tuning in, and feeling confident outdoors. You’ll leave with with new skills and confidence to take your next steps on trail.

🎟 Reserve Your Spot

These retreats are kept small to maintain an intimate, supportive vibe—so don’t wait too long to book!