Ready to explore the great outdoors of western North Carolina mountains near Asheville? The breathtaking scenery of the Blue Ridge Mountains surrounds the city in all directions, with one million acres of protected forest and park land. There are…
September 28, 2024
Join the celebration of magical DuPont State Recreational Forest on National Public Lands Day. This festival encourages exploration throughout the 86 miles of trails in the 10,000-acre forest. Come ready to hike, bike,…Celebrate DuPont State Recreational Forest with many special events on National Public Lands Day, such as guided tours, educational lectures, hands-on demonstrations and more. Free admission.
Since the Blue Ridge Parkway crosses many mile-high ridges in North Carolina and extends through remote areas, sections close temporarily due to weather or repairs. Sections close for long periods each winter due to snow and ice. Since they do…
The rugged, deep Green River Gorge is located near Saluda, about 38 miles southeast of Asheville. Find old-growth forests, steep ravines and some great whitewater fun as the river drops rapidly down the edge of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The river…
March 25, 2024–January 5, 2025
Experience this awe-inspiring new exhibition with a special package that combines Chihuly at Biltmore admission with Biltmore House Length of Stay daytime admission.
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We visit Biltmore in Asheville, North Carolina, many times each year and always get as excited as our first visit. You can find tons of insider advice on our many Biltmore pages for things to do. Feel like royalty for a day at this 1895 French…
Surrounded by the Pisgah National Forest, Old Fort is a small quaint town easily accessed from Interstate 40's Exit 73, just east of Asheville and Black Mountain. Old Fort is one of fifteen NC Mountain Heritage Trout Cities and is known for its…
Marion's Main Street is lined with historic buildings, churches and the courthouse. This small town sits at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains near popular attractions like Mt. Mitchell (30 miles) and Linville Falls (25 miles).
…Now-December 20, 2024
Imagine yourself a Vanderbilt guest as you explore the Biltmore House in the quiet morning hours with a Premium Guided Tour. This rare, limited-availability experience features an Organ Loft view unseen on any other…
Offering hiking and kayaking tours throughout Western NC, lead by a certified Blue Ridge and WNC naturalist. Tours include exploring the French Broad River and many lakes around Asheville, scenic hiking with waterfalls, wildflowers, and stunning…
The North Carolina Arboretum celebrates bright blooms as it hosts major flower shows that showcase spring’s beauty. And spring is a great time to visit on any day!
Asheville Orchid Festival: April 12-14, 2024
WNC Orchid Society…May 4-19, 2024
This spring, a unique and immersive floral experience returns to The North Carolina Arboretum. Now in its second year, “Bloom with A View” is designed specifically for the gardens and landscape of the North Carolina…
Blind Tiger is far more than a boutique hotel or elevated bed and breakfast. When you arrive, it feels like you're in a guest house of a well-connected friend smack in the heart of Asheville.
Near downtown in a…
This free festival in downtown Boone celebrates the town and its local artists with live music, food trucks, craft beer and wine, kid activities, and a silent disco! Also shop handmade crafts, pottery, textiles, artwork, photography, jewelry,…
A quirky festival that celebrates the legendary Sasquatch, held in downtown Marion 36 miles east of Asheville. In addition to Bigfoot-themed items and local crafts, talk with sighters from across the country with evidence that it exists. Calling…
This multi-day music festival spotlights Asheville’s diverse music and arts scene. An exceptional lineup of local, regional, and national talent will fill area 20+ concert halls, clubs, and outdoor venues.
Gorgeous Lake Junaluska opened as a mountain retreat for the Methodist church in the early 1900s. Many do not realize that this lake town is open for all to enjoy, with plenty of things to do and places to stay. It's at the foot of the Great…