Adventure Mountain Off-Road Tours is OPEN

Located just 20 minutes north of Asheville at our NEW Adventure Mountain location in

Barnardsville, NC

369 Paint Fork Rd Barnardsville, NC 28709

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Adventure Center of Asheville’s Adventure Mountain Off-Road Tours in Barnardsville, N.C., is Asheville and Western North Carolina’s newest ultimate off-road driving experience. Drive or Ride our Guided Tours in 4-person Off-Road Vehicles (ORV) on 220 acres of scenic mountain trails climbing up 1,400 feet on Adventure Mountain. With an elevation of 4,200 feet at the peak, Adventure Mountain off-road trails travel through hardwood forests and extreme mountain terrain.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will I get dirty?

Probably! Depending on the weather your clothes and shoes could get wet and muddy. The vehicles are open-air without heat or AC so be prepared for all elements.

You may also get into a muddy ORV that has just been on a tour.

What should I wear?

Dress for the changing mountain weather and temperatures. We recommend you check the forecast for Barnardsville, N.C. for your tour day. It can be cool in the morning and late afternoon but warm mid-day. Layers are highly recommended unless it’s full summer or winter. The vehicles are open-air without heat or AC so be prepared for all elements.

Comfortable Closed Toe Shoes are Required. Shoes and Clothes may get dirty. Raincoats are good to bring to protect from mud and weather conditions.

What should I bring?

We will provide snacks and water at certain breaks along the tour. You are welcome to bring your own water container but we ask that no “sticky” drinks be opened except when out of the vehicle as spills are likely and messy for you & the next Guests. Water with reusable water bottles is recommended.
No single-use plastic is allowed on tours.
Cell phones and/or cameras are welcome. There will be secure storage available but all items brought are “At Your Own Risk.” You will typically have opportunities to take pictures and videos inside and outside of your ORVs.
Bring your own bandana or buff for your personal helmet liner.
Bring a valid driver’s license for all drivers.
Bring any emergency medications for any participants to check-in including inhalers and EPIPENS.

WHAT SHOULD I NOT BRING?

Hats- We will be wearing helmets so hats should be left in your vehicle.

Firearms/knives/sharp objects- No firearms, please. No knives unless secured where they will not puncture soft goods. Damage coverage does not cover damage from personal items (knives, pens, etc.) cutting/tearing seats. Please remove all those items from your pockets.

Valuables- Wallets, jewelry, and all valuables are best locked into your car, and keys are secured in our office. You can take them with you but if lost they are probably lost for good or our search will likely require a later time (based on our tour schedule) and a fee for the time vehicles and staff are occupied searching. Best to leave that all secure in your vehicle.

Trash/Food- No plastic & excessive trash/food. Please allow time to eat meals before arriving or prior to your trip. There are a few shared picnic tables if you would like to eat prior to or following your tour.

Single-use plastics

What is the Off-Road experience like?

Our goal is to make it as fun, interesting, and exciting as possible while keeping safety as our top priority. Guests are allowed to drive. Training and practice areas are included at the start of the tour. The equipment we provide is top-of-the-line and exceeds any other tour we’ve experienced in the Southeast. This will improve your overall experience. Your guide is not just there to guide you but to teach and to help you make choices on the easiest and most challenging options when possible. Our tours are small and our property is pristine. You will experience obstacles, climbs, descents, and technical challenges.

There will be some “power areas” where you will accelerate but this tour is not meant to be a “fast” experience. This is an off-road experience with rugged terrain that may include steep climbs, uneven terrain, jolting bumps, trees, tree branches, water, mud, slippery areas, dust, and other objects that might become airborne or could hit or be hit by Guests or the ORV. You or another tour member might get stuck or have mechanical challenges that cause the group to focus on those issues which can alter any tour. There is always the limited possibility a vehicle can roll but speed and lack of training/supervision is the most common cause of rolling vehicles. This is part of off-roading and will be handled as quickly as possible but can change the tour experience.

Location and Directions

Adventure Mountain is located at 369 Paint Fork Road in Barnardsville, NC. (Not at the Adventure Center of Asheville.) You may use the Google Map below for directions, however, there are 2 ways to get there from Asheville, a scenic mountain drive and an interstate route.

Scenic Valley with Mountain Pass Directions- approximately 1.5 miles of curvy mountain road

Take Hwy 19/23, I-26/Future 26 North toward Weaverville UNCA for 5.7 miles
Exit 21 New Stock Rd
Turn right at the base of the ramp traffic light then immediately left onto Weaverville Rd/US 19/23 business for 0.6 miles
Turn right onto Reems Creek Rd. for 6.8 miles
Turn left onto Maney Branch Rd for 3.3 miles. (Notice: Maney Branch goes over a short mountain pass that has about 1/2 mile up and 1 mile down of curvy roads.)
Maney Branch becomes Paint Fork Rd at the top of the pass.
Adventure Mountain is on your left about 0.4 miles past The Barn at Paint Fork

Interstate Route

Take I-26, US 19/23 12 miles from Downtown Asheville
Take Exit 15 towards Barnardsville on 197
Turn right and go 5.9 miles on Barnardsville Hwy to Barnardsville
Turn right on Paint Fork Rd. Follow signs to Barnardsville Elementary, Bad Axes, and Adventure Mountain Resort.
From Barnardsville Hwy: Exactly 2.0 miles on Paint Fork Rd. to AMR-ORV Tours.
Adventure Mountain is on your right

Can I book at group at Adventure Mountain?

You may, as long as you have 15 people or less on a trip time and we have availability. We have 3 vehicles that can take a maximum of 4 people each. Then we have the guide vehicle where 3 people can ride. There is no group discount. And you may book online using the booking link above.

Are there accommodations at Adventure Mountain?

Not at this time. Weaverville, NC has great B&B options. And Asheville has many options. Check out Explore Asheville to find out more.

Adventure Mountain Resort Off Road Tours

369 Paint Fork Rd, Barnardsville

5.0 234 reviews

Triple M ★★★★★ 5 months ago
Family of 3 took the ATV tour in July 2025, Chad was our guide, he was awesome in every way. We had a great time on these trails. The trails had a higher degree of technical difficulty than somer tours we’ve been on and it was appreciated. … More Great views from top of the mountain. We we got back from our tour our vehicle would not start. Chad and his crew did what they could to try and help us. Would definitely go back when in the area, we are from Kentucky. Be prepared to get duty and have some fun!
Kevin Holt ★★★★★ 3 months ago
This was a fun experience for the family. Chad was our guide in the lead Vehicle, and his knowledge of the trail was great at ensuring we had a safe ride up and down the mountain. They offer a guided tour where they drive for you and an … More option for you to be a driver of one of their vehicles. We chose the driver option as I have experience in offroad driving. I'll say "you need to pay attention to your guide" or things could go bad quickly on the side of the mountain.
Sarah Erb ★★★★★ 6 months ago
A MUST do in the area!! Chad was our guide and was amazing! You can tell he loves what he does as he lights up seeing everyone having fun on the trails. Very patient and informative on everything. And what a thrill! It was so much fun and … More we can’t wait to come back!
Pito ★★★★★ a year ago
I had a blast with Chad and Cale on the off-road tour. They definitely prioritize safety and making sure their guests have the ultimate experience. I recommend for anyone and everyone. The ORV’s are easy to drive for all experience level … More drivers. The trails are challenging and a ton of fun, and have beautiful views of the mountains. I will definitely return with friends and family. Thanks Chad and Cale! See you guys again soon!
Twitchie Itchie ★★★★★ 5 months ago
This trail was FIRE! Non-stop fun, crazy views, and the course had just the right amount of challenge. We even caught a flat tire out there and they pulled up fast and got us back riding like it was nothing. Top-tier service and top-tier … More vibes. We’ll DEFINITELY be back!
David Woolf ★★★★★ 7 months ago
Highlight of my vacation. I have never went off roading before and was by myself so I reserved a spot to ride along with the guide. It was like one long roller coaster ride. Chad was out guide and he did an excellent job guiding the … More group through the trails. The ATVs were quite nice and the ride was a lot smoother than I expected.We went all over the property and half way through we reached the top of the mountain where a really cool deck built into a tree was there so we could get a good view of the surroundings by mountains. You accessed the deck via a cool rope bridge.I was the only person riding with the guide but since we were the ones leading the pack I had the best view of all the sights out of everybody. Chad gave really good instruction before and during the whole ride so all the other drivers could navigate the all the crazy ascents and rough terrain. I got a bonus as he pointed out various plants and trees along the way.Looking forward to going back and maybe try out actually driving the ATV. Either way I had an absolute blast! Thank you.
Ashley Valley ★★★★★ 11 months ago
The guys were very friendly and social. Cale led our UTV excursion and was very patient and helpful when teaching us how to safely navigate the mountain. Tons of fun and I highly recommend. Would be awesome to have a picnic table up top … More and offer picnic lunch with a view!
Todd Caroccio ★★★★★ 11 months ago
What a great time!!! Our guides, Chad and Joey, were super chill, very personable, and awesome. Would definitely recommend this to anyone who is on the fence about doing it. Well worth the money!!!!
TheBig Fs ★★★★★ a year ago
Oh my goodness, I cannot say enough good things about our experience doing the Off Road Tour! It was so much fun!Cale was an awesome guide. He gave great, clear instructions and was very patient with my horrible driving. He knows so … More much about the land and forest. I think learning about it and seeing his passion was as much fun as the ATV driving!Next time we're in the area, we will definitely come back! 10/10 highly recommend!
Amanda Silvia ★★★★★ a year ago
My husband and I had such a blast riding up the mountain! Cale was a wonderful guide. My husband was SO in his element and I was glad to be along for the ride. Lot’s of nervous laughter from myself but was VERY safe the whole time. Would … More suggest this experience to anyone!
Sarah Benjamin ★★★★★ a year ago
Chad & Cale were the BEST guides on the off road tour!! We had so much fun on our first time riding up the mountain. Will DEFINITELY do it again when we come back!!
Tia Wheatley ★★★★★ a year ago
We had so much fun! Cale was our guide and he did a wonderful job making us feel safe yet still allowing us the freedom to have fun! I would definitely adding this adventure to your trip to ashville!!
Lilly Heder ★★★★★ a year ago
My boyfriend and I had a great time on Adventure Mountain with our tour guide Chad! At first we were pretty nervous, but Chad gave us a choice of how "adventurous" we wanted to be and made sure we were comfortable the entire ride. … More There were several great views and a lookout deck along the way. Snacks and water bottles were provided as well! Talking to Chad about the plans for expansion of the property made us excited to come back and ride again. Definitely recommend this experience. (Make sure you check your reservation confirmation email for the address as there are multiple locations and we went to the wrong one at first.)
Lindsay Carter ★★★★★ a year ago
While we’ve done other off roading adventures like 4-wheeling, this was a completely unique experience. Cale (AKA Velvet Thunder) was an awesome guide and made sure we were safe, but also had a lot of fun. Since we were the only ones that … More were on our trip, we had more time to go at our own pace and hear some of Cale’s entertaining stories - including kudzu and goats. While there were parts that seemed a bit overwhelming going up or down the steep hills with rocks and mud, the training we received really helped make it easier. Can’t recommend a trip with Cale and Chad enough - awesome time!
Edmund O'Neill ★★★★★ a year ago
Chad and Cale were amazing hosts. They made us feel safe and ensured we (my family of 3 kids) had an amazingly fun time. We’ll definitely be back. Highly recommended!!
Cheich Biteye ★★★★★ a year ago
Our bachelor party group came here and were amazed by the quality of the experience. The guide named Chad really enhanced the trip. Beautiful views on top of the mountain. Definitely plan to come again!
Crystal Scearce ★★★★★ 2 years ago
Chad was a wonderful. He was very thorough in going over the guidelines but yet kept it quick and to the point. He gave clear instructions and we knew what to expect. He above and beyond taking memorable pictures for us. Great time was … More had. Don’t delay in booking your adventure!
Franco p ★★★★★ 2 years ago
I had a true blast!! Wife and I hit the trails and it was awesome from the views to the challenges from the obstacles, it rain that morning so made it more fun slipping and sliding! Wolf and the Texan (host) made it super fun and entertaining. … More The view at the top is unbelievable and the temperature today was around 70*.
Kat Moreno ★★★★★ 2 years ago
This was the highlight of our family trip! Chad was an amazing guide and made the entire experience so fun. You catch breathtaking views the entire ride up and down the mountain. Highly recommend!!
Megan Wells ★★★★★ 2 years ago
Chad and Jonathan were awesome guides! They made sure we felt comfortable driving and even took great pictures of our group. Thank you guys for a fun and memorable trip - we will be back!
Constance Wright ★★★★★ 2 years ago
We had the best time! Jeff and Chad were AMAZING guides! If you want a fun time on mountain trails with some beautiful vistas, this is the place to go!