Lazy Hiker Brewing Co.

Discover Lazy Hiker Brewing in Franklin, North Carolina, where Appalachian trails meet craft beers. This brewery, housed in a former town hall and fire department since 2015, offers a charming taproom and a scenic outdoor patio perfect for slowing down and enjoying a great beer. Now with a second location in downtown Sylva, paired with the Mad Batter Kitchen, Lazy Hiker extends its warm welcome. Community is central, with events like live music, trivia nights, and festive releases that reflect every season. Each beer is carefully crafted to accompany hikers and locals alike on every adventure.

Lazy Hiker Brewing Co. Reviews What people like about this brewery

Reviewers praise Lazy Hiker Brewing Co. for its welcoming atmosphere, offering non-drinkers options like food trucks and bottled water, as well as amenities like a trail register for hikers. Food and service are also highly regarded.

Craft Beer Menu
Beer	ABV	IBU
Red Marble Rye Imperial Red Ale Red AleImperial / Double	8.1%	67
Trail Haze NE IPA IPANew England / Hazy	6.0%	50
Wesser Evil Porter PorterAmerican	5.8%	30
Margarita Gose SourTraditional Gose	5.1%	13
Amber Amblin LagerAmber / Red	5.5%	35
Night Hike StoutImperial / Double	10.0%	67
Amber Ale Red AleAmerican Amber / Red	5.5%	24
Springer Fever Pilsner Pilsner	6.1%	40
The Lazy Englishman Strong AleEnglish	9.1%	30
Oktoberfest Märzen	5.6%	28
Trail Candy IPAAmerican	4.7%	35
Hop Ascent Double IPA IPAImperial / Double	8.3%	98
Smokemont Smoked Porter Smoked Beer	6.0%	30
Needmore Ale Farmhouse AleSaison	5.4%	--
Trail Mate Golden Ale Blonde / Golden Ale	4.6%	20
The Rock StoutOatmeal	5.2%	34
Slack Pack IPA IPAAmerican	6.0%	55
Winter Nutterland Winter Ale	6.4%	33
The Darkening SourFruited	5.2%	17
Pomegranate Gorge SourBerliner Weisse	4.0%	8
Twentymile IPA IPAAmerican	7.4%	78
Cartoogechaye Pale AleAmerican	7.0%	--
Amblin’ Amber Ale Red AleAmerican Amber / Red	5.5%	35
Sunsplash Grapefruit IPA IPAAmerican	7.1%	58
Mt. Katahdin IPANew England / Hazy	6.4%	40

Brewery Services + Perks About Lazy Hiker Brewing Co.

Lazy Hiker Brewing Co. offers a convenient experience for visitors. The brewery serves beer and accepts debit cards. Wheelchair-accessible parking and entrance allow patrons with mobility needs to easily access the premises.

When can I get craft beer? Typical hours at Lazy Hiker Brewing Co.

Day	Hours
Monday	11:30am–9:00pm
Tuesday	11:30am–10:00pm
Wednesday	11:30am–10:00pm
Thursday	11:30am–10:00pm
Friday	11:30am–11:00pm
Saturday	11:30am–11:00pm
Sunday	11:30am–8:00pm