Canton, NC

A cozy small town in the Great Smoky Mountains, Canton is just 20 miles west of Asheville. Picture the Pigeon River meandering through a historic mill town; the same river that shaped this town's story and provided excitement for adventurers.
Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort: Golden Valley
Tucked at the base of the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains and conveniently located between Asheville and Charlotte, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort Golden Valley, North Carolina, is a perfect family getaway destination! The picturesque 600+ acres features accommodations including luxury cabins and lodges with all the comforts of home, full hook-up RV sites, glamping tents with lake views, treetop cabins, and premium tent sites.
Chestnut Mountain Nature Park
Chestnut Mountain is a nature-based recreation park located one mile east of Canton that covers 450 acres of forested ridgelines and coves. Picnic, hike, bike, and more in this park that puts nature first!
Buy 3, Get 4 Nights, Carolina Mornings Luxury Vacation Rentals
Plan a four-night stay with Carolina Mornings for the price of three nights. To redeem, guests must book their stay over the phone with one of their Vacation Planners at (855) 398-0712. Promotion is for new bookings only, cannot be applied to already scheduled stays, and cannot be combined with any other promotions or discounts. Not valid at all properties. Only available for stays between August 3-October 5, 2023. The cost of the stay will be reduced by the base rent of the lowest night only.
Mountain Artisans Hard Candy Christmas
Shop from more than 100 regional artisans at this folk and heritage craft show! The show has everything from quilters to soap makers, basket makers, leather craftsmen, master jewelers, and more. Since 1987, this event has grown yearly and is now held at Western Carolina University’s Ramsey Center in Cullowhee, NC. Children under 12 are free. Free parking is available on-site.
Camp Wesser - NOC Adult Summer Camp
Unleash your inner adventurer at Camp Wesser, the ultimate one-day adult summer camp at the Nantahala Outdoor Center! Enjoy a 9 AM Whitewater Rafting Trip, lunch at Big Wesser, and an afternoon of a Fontana Lake paddle or a day at their Zip Line Adventure Park! After, meet at New Belgium for a fun and competitive game of Beer Olympics. Price: $150/person
Lake Lure Spring Classic Boat and Auto Show
See antique and classic boats along with classic cars and a 1917 Lake Lure Speedwagon at this lakeside show; free admission. Enjoy food, beer, and wine on the beach. The event kicks off with a boat parade on Friday at 3 PM.
Blowing Rock

Downtown Blowing Rock is about as charming as you would imagine a small mountain town could be! Main Street offers plenty to do, including restaurants, galleries, gift shops with local pottery, and other shops with crafted art from local artisans, boutiques, and more. And don't miss the jutting rock formation the town gets its name for—The Blowing Rock.