Off-Road Backroads Tour - Departing From Brevard
Overview
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3 hours
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Your expert guide keeps the adrenaline flowing while sharing insights into forest management, Appalachian traditions, and the natural forces that shaped this wild landscape. It’s the perfect blend of bumps, beauty, and backcountry storytelling—only minutes from downtown Asheville.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Get ready to shift into adventure mode on your Off-Road Backroads Jeep Tour, a high-energy, 3-hour ride through the wild terrain of Pisgah or Nantahala National Forests. Designed for thrill-seekers and nature lovers alike, this open-air jeep experience takes you deep into the rugged backcountry, far from the pavement and into the heart of Appalachia. Tackle a mix of technical trails, muddy tracks, and elevation climbs as you wind through dense forest, rocky paths, and hidden hollows. Along the way, you’ll stop at unforgettable viewpoints—like a 5,000+ foot mountain summit—or explore off-the-grid sites like historic homesteads tucked deep in the woods.
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Off-Road Backroads Tour - Departing From Brevard
What‘s Included
Snacks
Knowledgeable Guide
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour.
Christy S,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour. Rich is very knowledgeable about the area and since it was a small group he tailored the tour to suit our interests. Meatball was an adorable companion on the trip.
The tour was great. We...
Donald G,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was great. We went off the "beaten path" and got to experience some hidden gem waterfalls without the crowds. Our co-pilot Meatball was great and we enjoyed our guide/driver Rich. Rich was super friendly, knowledgeable of the area and provided some great recommendations for local food and drink.
Great Off Road Waterfall Tour
L2592EAmarier,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This off-road waterfall tour is an unforgettable experience. Rich and Meatball are a great guide team. The jeep is very comfortable, heated in cold weather and cool from the breeze in warm weather. The off road journey to very different and lesser known waterfalls is magical. Rich talks about nature, history and experiences in the mountain region. You have several stops and plenty of time to create great memories and take pictures. We had our dog on the tour with us. This tour is very dog friendly! Meatball loves other dogs, so not only had the humans a magical time, the dogs had a great adventure together too. I highly recommend this guided and fun adventure.
Palau off roading
madjopp,Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour guide and adventure! Highly recommend this tour. We would definitely do that again. What an awesome time!!!
Off Roading at it’s Best!!
FarAway54791059021,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guides Rich and Meatball were delightful. Rich made our off road adventure so fun and the views were sublime! My son and I had a fantastic time seeing the beautiful undisturbed scenes in the mountains! I would highly recommend the off road tour with Rich and Meatball, who is a chocolate lab!
Fun filled afternoon!
T7407OMsusanb,Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing afternoon! We hit the jackpot with everything. The leaves were at peak at the highest elevations, the weather was beautiful , the air was cool, and our guides Rich and Meatball were a blast. Rich was knowledgeable, a safe driver and very friendly. Meatball was just laid back and chill and loves peanut butter crackers. Highly recommend this tour with this duo, you will love it!
Great tour. Beautiful views
Cinnamon L,Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Had a great time! Meatballs is the best copilot ever! Be aware this is a jeep tour, not an ATV tour.
Amazing Backwoods Jeep Tour
MapGuy77,Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rich, Meatball, and Anna were amazing! My best friend and I had our first guys weekend in over 20 years. I took him to Asheville to experience the absolute beauty of the region, and the weather was PERFECT. We signed up for a jeep tour to maximize the introduction to the Pisgah National Forest. Rich and Anna really knew the area, and took us to some absolutely stunning spots! I will say this though, Meatball was the only one that gave me a kiss goodbye !
Great waterfalls on this tour along with great Mountain View’s.
Bryan L,Aug 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The trip was just my wife and I with no one else on board since, we went the last week of August on a Wednesday. Rich was very knowledgeable about the area and the waterfalls that we were taken to were exceptional. Very comfortable ride also.
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