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Bent Creek Experimental Forest

Established in 1927 to study rehabilitation of cutover, degraded forests, Bent Creek is the oldest experimental forest in the East. The area is now used to research current issues that threaten or enhance the health and productivity of forests. Signs are located at trailheads stating designated trail usage. Please follow the rules and remember that the Bent Creek Experimental Forest is designated for research on forest ecology and management, and research study sites must not be disturbed.

General Information

Bent Creek is a very popular area for Mountain Biking and Hiking.

Must be on leash

Address: 1600 Pisgah Highway Pisgah Forest , NC 28768
Phone: (828) 877-3265
Hours: Peak Season Hours (April 1-Nov. 15) 9 AM-5 PM daily; Off-season Hours (Nov. 16-March 31) 9 am-5 pm M-F (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: sm.fs.pisgahrd@usda.gov

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 35.28897

Longitude: -82.38116

Directions

From the Asheville Supervisor's Office: I 26 East to Exit 33 to enter Hwy. 191 South (Brevard Hwy.). Go south on Hwy. 191 to Bent Creek Road (left at traffic signal). Follow signs to NC Arboretum and Lake Powhatan Recreation Area.