Start your trip with a beautiful ride to Looking Glass Falls. Get a close-up view of the Falls by taking the steps to the bottom where you’ll feel the spray from the falling water. Continue your journey to Sliding Rock where visitors can slide down the waterfall and plunge into the pool below. You’ll also pass a state fish hatchery, Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education.
Looking Glass FallsSliding RockBlue Ridge ParkwayTake a trip to Dry Falls just outside of the scenic town of Highlands. This 80ft waterfall has a one-half-mile trail that takes you behind the waterfall. Highlands is the highest incorporated community on the east coast at 4,118 feet in elevation. The Highlands area has the largest concentration of waterfalls in the country. Visit the link below for all the town has to offer including shopping, cultural arts, dining and several hiking trails.
Learn MoreLocated near the scenic towns of Brevard and Hendersonville, you’ll find DuPont State Forest. Here you will find waterfalls, hiking trails and all the beauty our mountains have to offer. Make it a day trip and spend time in Brevard where you will find music, art galleries, shopping, spas and great food!
Learn MoreTake a day trip to Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak east of the Mississippi River. Enjoy the ride along the Blue Ridge Parkway, passing through tunnels and several beautiful overlooks of mountain viewing. At the summit, there’s an observation deck with a view of 85 miles!! You’ll also find a museum, shop, restaurant, picnic tables with grills and four hiking trails. Best of all, it’s free! And remember to take the top down!!
Learn MoreClimb the 491 stairs on Outcroppings Trail to get to the top of Chimney Rock and see sweeping views of Lake Lure and Hickory Nut Gorge.
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