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What To Do
No matter what type of adventure you seek, you're sure to find it in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Here you can go hiking to hunt for a waterfall, zipline across a mountain gorge, sample the region's best wines, take a scenic drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway, discover Appalachian handmade arts and crafts, find a secret spot for fly-fishing – the list goes on and on. If you're looking for ideas on what to do, then here are some of our favorites.
Altapass Orchard
1025 Orchard Rd.
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
828-765-9531
828-765-9531
Take a family hayride back in time with storytelling about "the most historically active place" along the Blue Ridge Parkway. An Appalachian cultural & historical center celebrating the people, music, art & natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. A century old, the Orchard sits…
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Appalachian Mural Trail
www.MuralTrail.com
Visit our site to create your itinerary!, Murals located within 20 miles of Parkway
828-293-2239
Visit our site to create your itinerary! See magnificent Murals located within driving distance of Blue Ridge Parkway.
Create your own mural adventure! Select your favorite murals from our website, receive directions to travel to see the murals, view murals then take a 'selfie' in front of a…
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Apple Hill Orchard & Cider Mill
5205 Appletree Lane
NC 28655
828-437-1224
Experience a Blue Ridge Mountain fall adventure at Apple Hill Orchard & Cider Mill, where apples have been grown since 1930. You can pick apples, go on a Saturday wagon tour of the orchard, watch apples sorted, sample an apple cider slushie, or picnic in the Apple Pickin' Picnic Shelter. Browse…
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Asheville Gem Mine
55 Broadway St.
Asheville, NC 28801
828-785-1493
Become a treasure hunter right in the heart of downtown asheville! with a huge 1600+ Square foot rockshop and gem mine there's something for every adventures needs! We also feature on site a huge rock shop with gems along the lines of: Amethyst, Fluorite, Labradorite, Jasper and TONS more!…
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Asheville Outlets
800 Brevard Rd.
Asheville, NC 28806
828-667-2308
Nestled in the mountains of Asheville, NC, Asheville Outlets is an open-air center that features over 70+ outlets and include name brand favorites: Coach, J.Crew Factory, Brooks Brothers Factory Store, Vera Bradley Factory Outlet Store, RH Outlet, Cole Haan, Dillard's Clearance Center, Field…
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Balsam Grove, Brevard, Cedar Mountain, Lake Toxaway, Penrose, Pisgah Forest, Rosman, Sapphire – Transylvania County
175 East Main Street
Brevard, NC 28712
800-648-4523
Balsam Grove, Brevard, Cedar Mountain, Lake Toxaway, Penrose, Pisgah Forest, Rosman, Sapphire-Transylvania County, NC
Discover small town charm and big time adventure in the Land of Waterfalls! Explore our 250 waterfalls and enjoy outdoor adventures in our three parklands: Pisgah National…
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Banner Elk, NC
100 W. Main St
Banner Elk, NC 28604
844-824-6777
Escape, unwind, indulge in Banner Elk, a popular getaway in the Blue Ridge Mountains of the North Carolina High Country. It's a place that blends small town relaxation with the amenities of a larger city. Visitors enjoy a richness of culture and adventure. Within 15 minutes of the town's lone…
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Bear Tracks Travel Center & Outdoor Adventures
10932 Rosman Hwy.
Lake Toxaway, NC 28747
828-862-8992
Bear Tracks Travel Center, located in the mountains of Western North Carolina at Lake Toxaway, is the destination for all of your travel, shopping and adventure needs. For the traveler, we offer Food, Fuel, Tourist Information, ATM, Clean Restrooms, Maps, Movie Rentals, and Lottery. For the…
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Bellagio Art to Wear
5 Biltmore Plaza
Asheville, NC 28803
828-277-8100
Bellagio showcases an exquisite collection of distinctive clothing, accessories and jewelry in an opulent boutique setting. Acclaimed American made artists with a passion for exotic textures, sublime colors and innovative techniques offer contemporary styles that define Bellagio Art to…
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Bellagio Everyday
40 Biltmore Avenue
Asheville, NC 28801
828-255-0221
Bellagio Everyday, located in Historic Downtown Asheville, offers versatile and innovative clothing for women "at work" or "on the go" in a broad range of prices and sizes. Expand your wardrobe with affordably priced coordinating basics by Planet and Sympli.
The contemporary elliptical…
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Biltmore
1 Lodge Street
Asheville, NC 28803
828-225-1333
877-Biltmore
Discover Biltmore House & Gardens
Immerse yourself in the timeless hospitality of Biltmore® in Asheville, NC. Your admission includes a self-guided visit to Biltmore House—America's Largest Home®—a masterpiece of architecture filled with treasures and antiques. Stroll…
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Biltmore Winery
445 Winery Rd.
Asheville, NC 28803
828-225-6280
800-411-3812
Visit Biltmore Winery, housed in an historic structure original to the estate. Enjoy complimentary tastings of our handcrafted wines as our wine hosts take you on a journey through our reds, whites, and rosés. Linger at our Wine Bar where you can taste our reserve and sparkling wines by the glass…
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Black Mountain & The Swannanoa Valley
Chamber/Visitor Center @ 201 E. State St.
Black Mountain, NC 28711
828-669-2300
800-669-2301
Make Black Mountain your vacation headquarters. We are officially the Little Town That Rocks! Our quaint and charming town is full of wonderful locally owned shops and galleries. We have amazing independantly owned restaurants. Stay at a historic B&B or quaint cottage while visiting some of…
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Blue Ridge Craft Trails
195 Hemphill Knob Road
Asheville, NC 28803
828-298-5330
Discover scenic Western North Carolina towns full of talented artists eager to share their experience of making handcrafted art inspired by the rich culture and beauty of the mountains and foothills.
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Blue Ridge Heritage Trails
195 Hemphill Knob Rd.
Asheville, NC 28803
828-298-5330
Welcome to the Blue Ridge Heritage Trail, a collection of special places throughout the North Carolina mountains and foothills that embody the remarkable history and culture of the region. At each location, you will find an interpretive wayside sign that tells the stories of the people and places…
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Blue Ridge Music Trails
195 Hemphill Knob Road
Asheville, NC 28803
828-298-5330
Fiddles and banjos ringing on stages and front porches. Teams of cloggers, young and old, dancing up a storm. Ballads being sung as they were centuries ago. Western North Carolina is home to a rich tradition of old-time stringbands, ballad singing, and bluegrass that have shaped American music….
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Blue Ridge Soap Shed
179 Meadow View Road
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
828-765-6001
The Soap Shed makes one of the largest variety of handmade soaps in America, with more than 100 different soaps available at their retail shop in Spruce Pine located just 6/10th mile from Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 331. Take home some Blue Ridge Wildflowers, Fresh Mountain Air or one of many…
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Blue Spiral 1
38 Biltmore Ave.
Asheville, NC 28801
828-251-0202
800-291-2513
Founded in 1990, Blue Spiral 1 presents fine art and crafts by exceptional Southern artists and object makers in a light-filled, 15,000 square-foot gallery in the heart of downtown Asheville. Blue Spiral 1 features a wide array of works in a variety of media including…
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Bold Rock Cidery & Tap Room – Mills River
72 School House Rd.
Mills River, NC 28759
828-595-9941
The Bold Rock Mills River Cidery opened in October 2015 and is nestled in some of North Carolina's most fertile farmland just 20 minutes from Downtown Asheville. Visit to learn about the process behind their cider crafted from locally sourced Henderson County apples and enjoy expansive views of…
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Bostic ~Chimney Rock ~Ellenboro ~Forest City ~Golden Valley ~Lake Lure ~Rutherfordton ~Spindale in Rutherford County, NC
Visitor Center at 2932 Memorial Highway
Lake Lure, NC 28746
828-287-6113
Lake Lure and the Blue Ridge Foothills is an ideal destination all year long. Pay a visit to Chimney Rock State Park, where thousands of visitors come each year to take in the panoramic 75-mile view from high atop the granite monolith. Cool off in the beautiful waters of Lake Lure. Bike or stroll…
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Brevard Brewing Company
63 E. Main St.
Brevard, NC 28712
828-885-2101
We are a family-owned brewery located in the heart of downtown Brevard, North Carolina, specializing in creating hand-crafted lagers. We offer American Ales in addition to German lagers that include:American Premium Lager, Bohemian Pilsner, American IPA, Munich Dunkel, American Red…
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Burnsville Anglers – Fly Fishing
Hwy 19E
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 691-1506
Our goal is to provide the best fishing experience on the water, while teaching and passing knowledge on to others.We are Burnsville's Premier Fly Fishing Guide Service offering professional guided fishing trips for the novice and the expert. We are dedicated to providing exceptional fishing trips…
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Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock Park
742 Chimney Rock Park Rd,
Chimney Rock, NC 28720
828-625-9611
800-277-9611
One of NC's newest state parks, Chimney Rock brings the best of the mountains together in one place. With sweeping, panoramic, 75-mile views of the Hickory Nut Gorge, Lake Lure and the Carolina Piedmont from its summit, standing atop the Chimney is a one-of-a-kind experience – one that is…
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Cleghorn Golf & Sports Club
183 Golf Circle
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
828-286-9117
Named one of the best places to play golf in Western North Carolina, Cleghorn Golf & Sports Club is the best that mountain golf has to offer. Cleghorn is more than 18 holes of golf; it is an experience you will not soon forget. The views, the George Cobb design…
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Cleghorn Gun Club
1887 Union Rd
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
828-863-1435
Located just minutes from Tryon Resort, the Cleghorn Gun Club offers world-class clay pigeon shooting beautifully incorporated into the scenic topography of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Foothills. Designed by nationally renowned sporting clay course designers Rick Hemingway and Heyward Cunningham,…
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Cradle of Forestry
11250 Pisgah Hwy
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
828-877-3130
This unique historic site is home of the first forestry school in America, The Biltmore Forest School- 1898-1913. Today the Cradle of Forestry is a favorite Blue Ridge attraction in the heart of the Pisgah National Forest. Highlights include: 18-minute movie, hands-on exhibits, helicopter…
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Crystal Mountain Gem Mine
31 South Broad St
Brevard, NC 28712
828-877-4700
Gem Mining in NC! Located in Downtown Brevard, easy access from Asheville and Hendersonville! Crystal Mountain Gem Mine brings you and your family the unique experience of Gem Mining for your very own gem stones, keep everything you find! Enjoy our 52′ indoor water flume and our Rock & Fossil…
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Davidson River Campground
1 Davidson River Circle
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
828-862-5960
877-444-6777
Davidson River Campground is nestled just inside the Pisgah National Forest and only 3 miles away from the beautiful town of Brevard, NC. The campground runs along Davidson River, a great place for fishing, tubing, and swimming, and is considered one of the premier trout fishing spots in the…
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Davidson River Outfitters
49 Pisgah Hwy. Suite 6
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
828-877-4181
888-861-0111
Davidson River Outfitters is a full service Fly Shop offering, Sage, Temple Fork, St. Croix, Fishpond and other top name manufactures. We offer a full guide service for Trout and Smallmouth Bass; take your choice of a wade trip or a more relaxed float trip down one of the local rivers. We have 3…
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Defiant Whisky
GPS=228 Redbud Lane/Bostic NC 28018
In Golden Valley, NC
828-245-2041
The Defiant spirit runs through our souls. That craving for adventure and breaking away from convention. Finding truth in authenticity. Some chase a few defiant moments. Others live a lifetime in the spirit.
Our crew behind the stills are salvage divers by trade, working at the edge of…
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DoubleTree by Hilton Asheville – Biltmore
115 Hendersonville Rd
Asheville, NC 28803
828-274-1800
This 197-room hotel offers guests a distinctive upscale ambiance in a relaxing
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Downtown Morganton
102 East Union St.
Morganton, NC 28655
828-438-5280
In Morganton, NC, life is good…a four season climate; walking paths, hiking, cycling, kayaking/canoeing, trophy-sized trout fishing, zip lines, Catawba River Greenway and waterfalls; annual festivals and weekend special events year-round; Boutique wineries, nationally
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Echo Mountain Inn Bed & Breakfast
2849 Laurel Park Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28739
828-693-9626 2849 Laurel Park Hwy, Hendersonville NC 28739 MAP E-mail: FrontDesk@EchoMountainInn.com
Echo Mountain Inn is a charming country inn located about 3 miles from historic Hendersonville, North Carolina and about 25 miles south of Asheville, NC. The Inn is nestled away on a mountain in Laurel Park, with over 25 individually decorated rooms and a great variety of beds, arrangements, and…
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Elijah Mountain Gem Mine
2120 Brevard Rd.
Hendersonville, NC 28793
828-692-6560
At Elijah Mountain Gem Mine, in Hendersonville, NC, you become a prospector from the 1800's and mine for real gem stones that you can keep! Gems that are found daily include Rubys, Sapphires, Emeralds, Quartz crystals, Citrine, Amethyst, Garnets, Adventurine, Sodalite, Opal, Fluorite, Aquamarine…
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Emerald Village
331 McKinney Mine Rd.
Little Switzerland, NC 28749
828-765-6463
Just off the Blue Ridge Parkway, about an hour from Asheville, is Emerald Village, North Carolina's #1 gem mining attraction! Tour a real mine, see old mining equipment & enjoy the splashing waterfall! See the Company Store, re-creating an old mining town. Visit Discovery Mill, with many…
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Esmeralda Inn, Restaurant, Spa & Cabins
910 Main St
Chimney Rock, NC 28720
(828) 625-2999
(888) 897-2999
The Esmeralda Inn is a beautiful 14 room Chimney Rock Bed and Breakfast Inn that first opened in 1891 with all the charm and personality of the surrounding Hickory Nut Gorge. In addition to our many rooms, The Inn also makes available a large leisure area where guests can relax
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Events at Mountain Magnolia Inn
204 Lawson St.
Hot Springs, NC 28743
828-622-3543
Nestled in a small mountain town, the Mountain Magnolia Inn is a wedding destination venue with full service catering from our onsite restaurant and personalized wedding coordination. Tie the knot beneath our ancient walnut tree, and make yourself at home in a fully
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Fine Arts Theatre
36 Biltmore Ave.
Asheville, NC 28801
828-232-1536
The Fine Arts Theatre has been Asheville's home for Art & Independent film for twenty years. Premiering over 50 films a year, the theatre is open daily with matinees, evening viewings and late shows on Friday and Saturday nights.
Convenient off-street parking is available at one of two…
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Folk Art Center – Southern Highland Craft Guild
382 Blue Ridge Parkway
Asheville, NC 28815
828-298-7928
The Folk Art Center, located directly on the Blue Ridge Parkway, is one of Asheville's most popular attractions for both vacationers and locals. Juried craftspeople from the Blue Ridge Mountains of nine southern states are represented through exhibitions, special events and daily craft…
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French Broad Adventures
9800 U.S. Hwy 25/70
Marshall, NC 28753
800-570-7238
Whitewater rafting, zipline canopy tours, calm water float trips – we've got it all! Raft & Zipline with us & experience two of Asheville's natural wonders; the French Broad River & the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. Best of all, with French Broad Adventures you don't have to…
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Gem Mountain Gemstone Mine
13780 NC-226
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
828-765-6130
888-817-5829
Come experience the wonder and excitement of prospecting for gemstones in a pleasant and comfortable atmosphere. Gem Mountain is located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, just onemile from the Blue Ridge Parkway, Gem Mountain is a fun, family oriented attraction that your family will be…
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Gorges State Park
976 Grassy Ridge Rd.
Sapphire, NC 28774
828-966-9099
Gorges State Park, North Carolina's Crown Jewel, is part of the natural area that National Geographic named as one of the 50 of the World's Last GREAT Places – Destinations of a Lifetime. Plunging waterfalls, rugged river gorges and sheer rock walls await all Gorges State Park…
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Grandfather Mountain
2050 Blowing Rock Hwy
Linville, NC 28646
828-733-2013
800-468-7325
Grandfather Mountain is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge and a nature preserve of global importance. Inspiring scenery helps you leave city life behind when you cross the famous Mile High Swinging Bridge, photograph black bears, river otters, cougars and bald eagles up close in natural habitats,…
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Green River Adventures
111 E Main St
Saluda, NC 28773
828.749.2800
800-335-1530
Green River Adventures in Saluda, NC provides an unforgettable outdoor experience with top notch customer service as its core value. With their roots based in kayak instruction, they have evolved into a full-adventure business providing everything from the most popular Guided Inflatable Kayak trips…
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Grove Arcade Shopping & Restaurant Row
1 Page Ave.
Asheville, NC 28801
828-252-7799
Grove Arcade
One of Asheville's architectural jewels, the historic Grove Arcade is located on Battery Hill in downtown Asheville. After being closed to the public in 1942, E.W. Grove's elaborately embellished building was meticulously restored and reopened to the public in…
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Hamilton Williams Gallery & Studio
403 East Union St.
Morganton, NC 28655
828-438-1595
Hamilton Williams is an artisan gallery and studio nestled in the foothills of Western North Carolina. Our studio creates small-batch handmade pottery inspired by the rugged natural beauty of our Appalachian home. The gallery exhibits our pottery work along with a curated collection of imaginative,…
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Hands On! Children's Museum
318 N. Main Street
Hendersonville, NC 28792
828-697-8333
Hands On!-A Child's Gallery is the place where LEARNING comes into PLAY in downtown Hendersonville. Hands On! is an educational and fun children's museum offering exhibits and programs, and a great way to spend the day with your children, grandchildren, and students ages 1–10. This is a safe…
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Headwaters Outfitters, Adventures & Forks of the River Tap Room
25 Parkway Rd.
Rosman, NC 28772
828-877-3106
From our River Shop begins the French Broad River's long journey to the sea and we get to provide river excursions, canoeing and kayaking river trips on the first 20 miles, tubing trips, and trout fishing excursions, and we have been for 25 years! And at the end of long day of – at the Forks…
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Heartwood Gallery
21 East Main Street
Saluda, NC 28773
828-749-9365
Come discover an intriguing gallery of American Craft (no "s") located in the center of historic downtown Saluda, North Carolina. You'll find creativity expressed in all its forms reflecting the quality craftsmanship of our mountain region. Fine handmade items to view, use, live with and give…
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Hendersonville & Henderson County, NC
Visitor Center - 201 S. Main St.
Hendersonville, NC 28792
828-693-9708
800-828-4244
Hendersonville is located, 22 miles south of Asheville, and 15 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway, on a plateau of 2200 feet above sea level. Henderson County includes the towns of Hendersonville, Flat Rock, Laurel Park, Mills River, Mountain Home, Bat Cave, Gerton, Etowah, Horse Shoe, Fletcher,…
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Highland Brewing Company & Event Center
12 Old Charlotte Hwy, Suite 200
Asheville, NC 28803
828-299-3370
Highland Brewing was founded in 1994 by retired engineer and entrepreneur Oscar Wong, establishing it as the pioneer of Asheville, NC's now booming craft beer industry. A spacious tasting room and meadow are inviting gathering spaces, both with music stages and bars.
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Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park
43 Town Square Blvd.
Asheville, NC 28803
828-209-2799
The Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park offers convenience, luxury and affordability. Enjoy a locally sourced meal at our signature restaurant Roux or relax in the on-site Sensibilities Spa. The Hilton is located in Biltmore Park Town Square, Asheville's newest shopping,…
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Historic Carson House Museum & The Jubilee Arbor Event Venue
1805 Highway 70 West
Marion, NC 28752
828-724-4948
By the early 1960s, Carson House had seen several owners and dozens of renters. Abandoned and unattended, the destruction wrought by time and the elements had begun. Led by Misses Mary, Ruth and Nina Greenlee, local educators and historians, along with Carson descendant, Moffitt Sinclair
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Historic Johnson Farm
3346 Haywood Rd.
Hendersonville, NC 28791
828-891-6585
Historic Johnson Farm is a history and heritage education museum owned by Henderson County Public Schools that includes
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Historic Valdese, NC ~ Merchants Association
828-874-3574
888-VALDESE (825-3373)
The Valdese Merchants Association is a group of various business owners working together to promote the downtown district of Valdese North Carolina.
A Waldensian settlement in the foothills of North Carolina.The founding of Valdese in Burke County by the Waldensians won statewide recognition in…
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Historic Village of Tryon, NC
301 North Trade Street
Tryon, NC 28782
828-859-6464
Welcome to the most wonderful place you may not have heard of: Tryon, North Carolina. Located smack dab in the center of the triangle formed by Asheville, NC, Greenville and Spartanburg, SC, we're close to everything but away from it all. Want endless nightlife, countless restaurants and shopping…
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J Similanic ~ Dawnfire Photography
Black Mountain, NC 28711
828-333-3110
Dawnfire Photography is the photography of Asheville-based photographer J Smilanic. Born and raised in Colorado, J has a deep appreciation for mountainous scenery. What started as a way to document the amazing beauty found along his backpacking trips through the mountains of Western North
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Kanuga Conference & Retreat Center
130 Kanuga Chapel Drive; Hendersonville, NC 28739
Hendersonville, NC 28739
828-692-9136
Experience Kanuga! Enjoy enlightening conferences, seasonal guest periods reminiscent of family camp, traditional summer youth camps, and relaxing overnight getaways at our historic inn.
Stay for a Night or Longer. Our newly renovated historic Kanuga Lake Inn welcomes overnight guests…
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Lake James Cellars Winery & The Old Mill Antiques
204 E. Main St., Hwy 70
Glen Alpine, NC 28628
828-584-4551
Lake James Cellars is a winery located in the foothills of North Carolina. Our name comes from the nearby beautiful Lake James. Step through the leaded-glass front doors of our restored 1915 textile mill building, located in Glen Alpine, NC and taste the magnificent flavors of our
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Lake James State Park
Paddy's Creek Area, 6883 NC-126
Nebo, NC 28761
828-584-7728
877-722-6762
Lake James State Park is a North Carolina state park in Burke and McDowell Counties, North Carolina in the United States. Located near Nebo, North Carolina, it covers 3644 acre and borders 6510 acre Lake James.
Lake James State Park offers a full menu of activities. Along with boating, swimming…
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Lazy Otter Outfitters
10 Banner Farm Rd, Mills River NC 28759
Mills River, NC 28759
828-756-1386
Welcome to the French Broad River – nature's favorite stretch of one of the world's oldest rivers. Far from the rush and the roads, yet close to Hendersonville, Asheville and Brevard. See the French Broad the Lazy Otter way! Lazy Otter Outfitters offers kayak, canoe, paddle board and tube trips on…
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LEAF Community Arts
Black Mountain , NC 28711
(828) 686-8742
LEAF Community Arts (LEAF), a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization, is comprised of LEAF Festival, LEAF Schools & Streets and LEAF International. In 2013, we archived the name Lake Eden Arts Festival, honoring our history and recognizing that the heart of the work with cultural arts…
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Linville Caverns
19929 US 221 North
Marion, NC 28752
828-756-4171
800-419-0540
For great family fun, step inside a mountain at the only show cavern in the NC Blue Ridge. Guided tours take visitors through Humpback Mountain along a level pathway beside an underground stream. Linville Caverns is home to many fascinating features, including unusual stalactites & stalagmites,…
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Little Switzerland Motorcycle Rentals @ Skyline Village Inn
12255 NC HWY 226A
Spruce Pine (near Little Switzerland), NC 28777
828-765-9394
At Little Switzerland Motocycle Rentals, we offer Dual Sport rentals! We are located on the premises of the Skyline Village Inn, which is at milepost 331 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, and 226A (at the Diamondback) near Spruce Pine and Little Switzerland,
We now have a BMW 650 GS, a Yamaha TW200…
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Little Switzerland, North Carolina
Located at exit 334 off the Blue Ridge Parkway
Little Switzerland, NC 28752
The community of Little Switzerland is as unique as the name itself. It embodies what western NC is all about and promotes the region and all that it has to offer. From Little Switzerland lodging to Little Switzerland jewelry, you will find more information than you could ever ask for when looking…
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Marion, Old Fort, Little Switzerland, Linville Falls and Lake James- McDowell County, NC
91 S. Catawba Ave.
Old Fort, NC 28752
828-668-4282
888-233-6111
Refresh! Relax! Ride! The Blue Ridge Travelers' Trails include refreshing waterfall and hiking trails, relaxing kayak and tube floats on the Catawba River and challenging, scenic rides on mountain routes like the Diamondback NC. Experience challenging, single track trails through the Pisgah…
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Marshall, Mars Hill, Hot Springs in Madison County, NC
County Visitor Center @ 56 S Main St
Mars Hill, NC 28754
828-680-9031
Recreation, culture and history abound just north of Asheville in this Blue Ridge gem. Visit Hot Springs, an outdoor paradise where the Appalachian Trail meets the French Broad River, and you will find North Carolina's only hot mineral baths. In Mars Hill, take in a play at the Southern Appalachian…
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Mast General Store – Asheville
15 Biltmore Avenue
Asheville, NC 28801
828-232-1883
Restored to its 1940's heyday along historic Biltmore Avenue, the Mast General Store in Asheville features everything you might need for a day in the kitchen, a trek along a mountain trail, or a trip around the world. From Mast Store's traditional casual clothing to Euro-comfort shoes and from…
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Mast General Store – Hendersonville
527 North Main Street
Hendersonville, NC 28792
828-696-1883
Experience the "essence of the era!" The Mast General Store in Hendersonville was built in 1905, the waning years of the Victorian period. Inside you'll be greeted by wooden floors, a pressed tin ceiling, and the scent of cinnamon. Discover housewares your great-grandmother might have used,…
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McDowell Arts Council Association (MACA)
50 South Main Street
Marion, NC 28752
828-652-8610
The McDowell Arts Council Association was created by the community to share the legacy of local, artistic heritage while promoting local artists and enriching cultural life in McDowell County. The arts council encourages local artists by providing gallery space, a retail shop, teaching…
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Mountain Gateway Museum
24 Water St.
Old Fort, NC 28762
(828) 668-9259
The Mountain Gateway Museum, nestled in an idyllic setting in the town of Old Fort, brings you stories that are almost as old as these hills. See what mountain life was like when you tour our historic log cabins. Have a picnic on the banks of Mill Creek. Visit on a Sunday to listen to (or play!)…
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Nantahala Outdoor Center – Whitewater Rafting
13077 Highway 19 West
Bryson City, NC 28713-9114
828.785.5082
800-232-7238
Nantahala Outdoor Center offers outdoor adventures at multiple Southeastern locations! Choose whitewater rafting on the Nantahala, French Broad, Pigeon, Ocoee, Chattooga, Ocoee or Chattahoochee Rivers. Visit NOCs main campus at the intersection of the Appalachian Trail
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Nantahala Outdoor Center – Zip Lines
13077 Highway 19 West
Bryson City, NC 28713-9114
828-785.5082
800-232-7238
Nantahala Outdoor Center offers outdoor adventures at multiple Southeastern locations! Choose whitewater rafting on the Nantahala, French Broad, Pigeon, Ocoee, Chattooga, Ocoee or Chattahoochee Rivers. Visit NOCs main campus at the intersection of the Appalachian Trail and the Nantahala River for…
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NC Outdoor Adventures
1173 Whitson Branch Rd
Bakersville, NC 28705
828-260-4505
Rock Climbing, Rappelling, Waterfall Rappelling, Mountaineering, Rock & Ice Climbing. Yoga Hikes, White Water Kayaking, River Tubing, Youth and Scout Programming. Our adventure guiding company was created out of the obvious need for outdoor recreation experiences and education. Based out of the…
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New Morning Gallery
7 Boston Way
Asheville, NC 28803
828-274-2831
New Morning Gallery in Historic Biltmore Village features 13,500 square feet of delightfully displayed pottery, furniture, glassware, jewelry, garden art and much more all handcrafted by American Artisans.
New Morning's furniture gallery staff offers the best in interior design consulting to…
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North Carolina Arboretum
100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way
Asheville, NC 28806
828-665-2492
Natural beauty comes in a kaleidoscope of colors every season at The North Carolina Arboretum. Surrounded by lush folds of the botanically diverse Southern Appalachian Mountains, the Arboretum is adjacent to the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, at Milepost 393.
The 434-acre public garden offers…
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North Carolina Bridal Magazine
Old Fort, NC 28762
828-803-4817
North Carolina Bridal Magazine is dedicated to serving brides in North Carolina and surrounding states with a unique annual magazine, website and social media..
Crystal Pressley whom has been in media for over 10 years in WNC decided to make a dream a reality. Her passion, love and joy has…
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North Mills River Recreation Area & Campground
5289 N. Mills River Rd.
Horse Shoe, NC 28742
828-890-3284
877-444-6777
North Mills River Recreation Area is a secluded jewel for camping in NC. Each campsite is only a short stroll from the swift, cool, shallow waters of North Mills River. Swim, tube, or fish for Rainbow, Brook and Brown Trout in a beautiful, forested setting. Within 30
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One of a Kind Art Gallery – Fine, Folk & Funky Local Art
GPS=573 Micaville Loop/Burnsville, NC
Physically located in Micaville, NC 28755
828-675-0690
One of a Kind Art Gallerycelebrates Appalachian Artists & Craftspeople. Come experience shopping in the nostalgic Old Micaville Country Store. We now display more than 100 of our region's…
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Pearson's Falls
2720 Pearson Falls Road
Saluda, NC 28773
828-749-3031
Pearson's Falls and Glen is a top natural attraction in Polk County, NC, hosting over 20,000 visitors each year. We are located in the foothills of Western North Carolina off Hwy. 76, between the towns of Tryon and Saluda.This unique botanical preserve is comprised of 268
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Pilot Cove Forest Lodging
319 Gateway Junction Dr.
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
866-758-2683
Enjoy privacy and modern comforts while visiting Brevard NC and Pisgah National Forest! Pilot Cove offers architect-designed modern cabins that interact with the beautiful surrounding forest and mountain views. Directly bordering Pisgah National Forest, Pilot Cove's location offers easy access to…
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Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education
1401 Fish Hatchery Road
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
828-877-4423
We've got the fun and the fish, and it's free!
Feed the trout at the Bobby N. Setzer State Fish Hatchery; Outdoor trail and wildflower garden; Indoor exhibits featuring live animals; Wildlife film
Trout Hatchery:
A visit to the center starts with a walk…
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Pisgah Forest Gem Mine & Gifts – HENDERSONVILLE, NC
507 N. Main St.
Hendersonville, NC 28792
828-367-8330
Gem Mining RAIN or SHINE! Located in charming downtown Hendersonville, NC – We are OPEN YEAR-ROUND and proud to offer a large 60 foot indoor gem mining sluice! The Pisgah Forest Gem Mine is GREAT FUN for everyone!
Be sure to visit our unique Retail store,
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Pisgah Forest Gem Mine- PISGAH FOREST, NC
3338 Asheville Hwy.
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
828-367-8330
Gem Mining RAIN or SHINE! In Pisgah Forest, NC – We are OPEN YEAR-ROUND and proud to offer indoor and outdoor gem mining areas! The Pisgah Forest Gem Mine is GREAT FUN for everyone! After Mining, you can relax with a picnic by the river, visit our Koi Pond, or play a game of corn
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Rockbrook Camp for Girls
4000 Greenville Hwy.
Brevard, NC 28712
828-884-6151
Rockbrook is a traditional overnight summer camp for girls located in the mountains of western North Carolina near Brevard. Established in 1921, it offers a diverse program of horseback riding, outdoor adventure activities, whitewater rafting, ceramics, crafts, and many other activities. Girls ages…
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Rumbling Bald Resort
112 Mountains Blvd.
Lake Lure, NC 28746
828.694.3000
800.260.1040
Discover Rumbling Bald Resort on Lake Lure! Nestled on the north shore of beautiful Lake Lure in the foothills of western North Carolina sits an escape, Rumbling Bald Resort. Surrounded by the towering cliffs of Rumbling Bald Mountain, our 3,000+ acre property is home to a private white sand…
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Saluda, NC – Saluda Business Association
Downtown Main Street
Saluda, NC 28773
828-749-2581
800-440-7848
We welcome you to Saluda, North Carolina!
Located where the foothills end and the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina begins … we invite you to visit our historic downtown featuring a century-old general store, locally sourced restaurants, bakeries and amazing ice cream parlors and coffee…
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Serpentarium Magic
57 Hunters Ridge Rd
Mills River, NC 28759
828-776-4477
Come explore an educational tour with over 200 snakes and reptiles right here in WNC. See a two-headed Corn Snake as well as albino collection of snakes, turtles, toads and frogs. Plus, lots of other unique interactive exhibits and gift store.
At Serpentarium Magic, it is our goal to supply all…
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Silver Fork Vineyard & Winery
5000 Patton Rd
Morganton, NC 28655
828-391-8783
Spanning 32 total acres, with 5 acres of grape vines, rolling hills, wooded trees and 2 winding creeks, the property has a proven track record and success in growing Vinifera vines for over 20 years – Old world European style grapes such as Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot just to name a…
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Smith-McDowell House Museum
283 Victoria Rd.
Asheville, NC 28801
828-253-9231
Tour Asheville's oldest home, a brick mansion originally known as Buck House when constructed c1840. Six period and two gallery rooms celebrate the enduring stories of the people who lived, worked, loved, and lost here; their stories reflecting our shared
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South Mountain Distilling Company
1027 Malcolm Blvd
Connelly Springs, NC 28612
828-368-0681
At South Mountain Distilling Company, our spirits are made using four generations-old family recipess and secret techniques that were born in the South Mountains of North Carolina. Our still, Old Bessie #4, is a custom made 200 gallon still made right here in the US. Ask for our spirits by…
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South Mountains State Park
3001 South Mountain Park Ave.
Connelly Springs, NC 28612
828-433-4772
877-722-6762
In one of the state's most rugged areas, South Mountains State Park features elevations to 3,000 feet, an 80-foot waterfall, mountain streams and more than 40 miles of trails for hikers, equestrians and mountain bikers. A true backcountry experience is offered at 24 backpacking campsites at seven…
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Southern Appalachian Anglers/Asheville Fly Fishing
563 Merrimon Ave.
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 691-1506
Southern Appalachian Anglers Guide Service is Asheville's Premier Fly Fishing Outfitter and Asheville's Top Pick For Guided Fishing Trips. Our fishing guides specialize in smallmouth bass, rainbow trout, brown trout, brook trout and wild trout in WNC's river systems. We are a licensed and…
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Southern Highlands Reserve
558 Summit Ridge Rd.
Lake Toxaway, NC 28747
828-885-2050
The Southern Highlands Reserve is dedicated to sustaining the natural ecosystems of the Blue Ridge Mountains through the preservation, cultivation and display of plants native to the region and by advocating for their value through education, restoration and research. Located in Western North…
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Springmaid Mountain
2171 Henredon Rd
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
828-765-2353
Springmaid Mountain is a secluded 400-acre retreat located on the North Toe River, offering visitors peace, quiet and tranquility. Cabins and camping options are available, all just a mile-and-a-half off the Blue Ridge Parkway, Springmaid Mountain is the perfect place to get away from the hustle…
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Swannanoa Valley Museum & History Center
223 W. State Street
Black Mountain, NC 28711
828-669-9566
Take a trip back in time!As the Asheville area's primary general history museum, Swannanoa Valley Museum & History Center hosts traveling exhibits on a range of historical topics. We also interpret the story of the settlement and
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Sweeten Creek Brewing
1127 Sweeten Creek Rd.
Asheville, NC 28803
828-575-2785
Welcome to South Asheville's first and only brewery!Brews On Tap brewed by Sweeten Creek Brewing include: Porter, Brown Ale, Black IPA and Pilsner. Naked Apple Hard Cider and wines are available. We also feature rotating Guest Taps from other great WNC brewers.
Sandwich Shop: All…
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Switzerland Cafe & General Store
9440 Hwy 226A
Little Switzerland, NC 28752
(828) 765-5289
Our Switzerland Cafe general store offers: Imported wines and beers, Imported and domestic cheeses, Deli and take-out menu, Candy and foodstuffs, Fine local crafts and lots more!
We are open 7 days per week, from 9am to 6pm. Here for
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The Colorful Gypsy
5 Town Square
Burnsville, North Carolina 28714
828-536-5556
Globally sourced new and vintage decor including hand-knotted rugs, jewelry and gifts. We specialize in odd, unique, edgy and colorful items; both new and vintage. Add some color to your world!
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The Flat Rock Playhouse Theatre
2661 Greenville Hwy.
Flat Rock, NC 28731
828-693-0731
Tens of thousands of patrons of the arts turn out annually to the State Theatre of North Carolina, for major musicals, engaging plays, musical concert series and a spectacular Christmas show worthy to be a tradition in any family.
Proudly bearing the mantle of the State Theatre since 1961, Flat…
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THE GORGE Zipline
166 Honey Bee Drive
Saluda, NC 28773
828-749-2500
855-749-2500
THE GORGE ZIPLINE: Saluda, NC – The steepest and fastest zipline canopy tour in America! Begin your 3½ hour trip perched on the rim of the famous Green River Gorge and plunge
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Timber Axe Throwing & Lounge
218 Duncan Hill Rd
Hendersonville, NC 28792
828-595-9909
Axe throwing is similar to a combination of darts and bowling. It is an indoor recreational range set up like a bowling alley with a bullseye target at the end of the lane. The lanes are divided by steel fencing with rubberized floors.
- Walk-ins are welcome but reservations are highly
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Toe River Arts Council – Burnsville, NC
102 West Main Street
Burnsville, NC 28714
828-682-7215
The Toe River Arts Council Gallery, housed in a 100-year old building, is a stone's throw from the Town Square in Burnsville. The gallery is the local showcase for the artists who live in the Toe River Valley and who make this area so unique and unparalleled in artistic talent. TRAC promotes the…
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Toe River Arts Council – Spruce Pine, NC
269 Oak Avenue
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
828-682-7215
The Toe River Arts Council Spruce Pine Gallery, Mitchell County, is 30 minutes from the Burnsville facility on the Upper Street of the small town. Intrepid travelers and seekers of art can find it and find out about it all in the gallery—viewing rotating showcases, enjoying the gift shop…
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Town of Forest City – Rutherford County, NC
128 North Powell St.
Forest City, NC 28043
828-248-5202
What is now Forest City began as a crossroads on the Shelby-Rutherfordton and Spartanburg-Lincolnton Roads. Originally, the town was incorporated as Burnt Chimney in 1877. A replica near the site of the original chimney adorns the public square today.
Today, the population of Forest City is…
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Tryon Fine Arts Center
34 Melrose Ave
Tryon, NC 28782
828-859-8322
Tryon Fine Arts Center strives to provide a stimulating environment where creativity can flourish. We foster growing and evolving relationships between organizations engaged in or supporting the arts. We provide opportunities and facilities for the entire Carolina Foothills community in order to…
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Tryon International Equestrian Center at Tryon Resort
4066 Pea Ridge Rd
Mills Spring, NC 28756
828-863-1000
Tryon International Equestrian Center at Tryon Resort is the ultimate international destination for all who love horses, outdoor living and an active lifestyle. As host of the FEI World Equestrian Games™ Tryon 2018, Tryon International
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VESSEL of Brevard
24 E Main St
Brevard, NC 28712
828-595-9808
Offering fine gem/mineral specimens; and hand-crafted jewelry from the world's most creative artists; in the heart of downtown Brevard, NC.Vessel was created to bring gems and fossils back to main street and open the opportunity for families to learn more about earths treasures. We carry a wide…
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VESSEL on Main – Hendersonville
234 N Main St.
Hendersonville, NC 28792
828-595-9808
Offering hand-crafted jewelry from the world's most creative artists and unique natural specimens; in the heart of downtown Hendersonville, NC. Vessel was created to bring gems and fossils back to main street and open the opportunity for families to learn more about earths treasures. We carry a…
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Waldensian Heritage Museum
208 Rodoret Street South
Valdese, NC
(828) 874-1111
The Waldensian Heritage Museum preserves and interprets the history of the Waldensian settlement in the foothills of North Carolina.. A group of 29 journeyed to North Carolina and founded the town of Valdese in 1893, preparing the way for hundreds more
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Western North Carolina Nature Center
75 Gashes Creek Rd.
Asheville, NC 28805
828-259-8080
The WNC Nature Center is Asheville's Wildlife Park and features over 60 species of animals native to the Southern Appalachians including otters, cougars, red wolves, black bear, birds of prey and reptiles. The Nature Center is one of only six facilities in North Carolina to be accredited by the…
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WNC Photo Tours
Asheville, North Carolina
828-333-3110
An initiative by Dawnfire Photography, WNC Photo Tours offers private photography tours & lessons around Asheville, NC. We provide small, private tours that focus on helping you capture better photos. Our tours take you to the most breathtaking locations across the Blue Ridge Mountains
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