Backpackin’ & Waterfallin’ at Black Balsam, NC

Event details Date: Friday, September 18, 2026 Time: All day Location: Black Balsam, NC Type: Exhibits / Arts Tags: Academic Calendar, For Faculty, For Staff, Open to the Public About this event Hike along the Art Loeb Trail and view a gorgeous sunset from atop Black Balsam Knob! Located in North Carolina's Pisgah National Forest, Black Balsam provides breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Experience the fresh mountain air at one of our favorite places to hike, then visit nearby waterfalls and explore additional trails. The trip will leave early Friday morning and return late Sunday evening. Official event details: https://calendar.ufl.edu/event/56246-backpackin-waterfallin-at-black-balsam-nc