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From our historic gardens and woodland trails to the meadows along the French Broad River, enjoy Biltmore at your own pace with nearly 22 miles of hiking trails on the estate. Orientation and detailed maps available at the Bike Barn.
Explore the estate via more than 20 miles of biking trails, access to which is free for all guests!* Choose from our well-marked, single-track woodland dirt trails for a challenging ride, or our flat, paved trail along the French Broad River for a more leisurely ride. Bring your own bike or rent one from us.
Biltmore’s Bike Barn, located on the second floor of Antler Hill Barn, is your one-stop location for all things biking. Available on a first-come, first-served basis, our bikes and trailers are $25–$50 per 2-hour rental. While advance reservations are NOT required, you’re welcome to reserve a bike or trailer for an additional $10 fee. Prior to your ride, please check in for a trail map and current trail conditions.
Bike Barn hours vary seasonally; please see Estate Hours for current hours.
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*Only Biltmore Annual Passholders, lodging guests, and ticketed guests may ride bicycles on estate roads and designated bike trails. Bicycles are considered vehicles in North Carolina and must be operated in full compliance with state vehicle laws and all traffic and directional signage on estate property. Bicycles are prohibited in all non-guest areas and in the shuttle zone in front of Biltmore House. Riders must disembark and “walk” bicycles on garden paths.
Hiking
Experience the grounds at your own pace with nearly 22 miles of hiking trails. Enjoy a walk along the French Broad River, through lush green forests, or in the open meadows of the estate. Prior to your hike, please download and review our Trail Map, or stop by the Bike Barn for a detailed orientation and trail map.
To participate in this activity, guest must have a daytime ticket, a Biltmore Annual Pass, or a stay at one of the estate’s splendid overnight properties.
Cost
Included with admission
Location
Estate Grounds
2-Hour Bike Rental
Explore the estate’s 20-plus miles of bike trails! Prior to your bike ride, please download and review our Trail Map.
Bike rentals are sold exclusively through the Bike Barn. Availability is weather-dependent. Advance Reservations are available for an additional $10 fee, but NOT required.
Mountain and Comfort Bikes: $25E-Bikes: $50 (ages 16+)Bike Trailer Accessories: $25Tandem Bikes: $50Advance Reservation Fee: $10
Hours
9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Phone
828-225-1331 for general trail information, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.828-774-0896 to reserve, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Antler Hill Village
Guided Bike Ride
This relaxing, easy-paced adventure takes you along the French Broad River and the estate’s lush agricultural fields. Your three-to five-mile spin over a combination of flat paved trails, gravel-packed roads, and dirt trails includes occasional stops where your guide will share intriguing tidbits about the Vanderbilts, their guests, and the estate’s natural history.
Mountain & Comfort Bikes are available. A limited number of trailers and tag-alongs are available for younger children.
Advance reservations are required. To make reservations for this activity, guest must have a daytime ticket, a Biltmore Annual Pass, or an overnight stay booked at Village Hotel, The Inn, or Cottages on Biltmore Estate.
$40 Adult/Youth$30 Ages 9 & Under
3 p.m., Daily
828-225-1331