Whitney’s guidebook
Hiking
This is a great local hike. It’s a bit steep, but definitely worth it! Go up Rainbow Rd for a more gradual ascent
51 locals recommend
Lookout Mountain
This is a great local hike. It’s a bit steep, but definitely worth it! Go up Rainbow Rd for a more gradual ascent
This is another fabulous trail that runs along a creek. 9 miles round trip
19 locals recommend
Greybeard Trail
Greybeard TrailThis is another fabulous trail that runs along a creek. 9 miles round trip
Craggy Pinnacle Hike
3641 Blue Ridge PkwyBeautiful hike to see 360 views of the Blue Ridge Mountains
Food scene
Veranda Cafe & Gift
119 Cherry StBest soups and sandwiches in town!
This is our favorite spot when we have something special to celebrate.
55 locals recommend
Black Mountain Bistro
203 E State StThis is our favorite spot when we have something special to celebrate.
Casual and friendly, this local spot is a combination of gear shops and great brews.
11 locals recommend
WNC Outdoor Collective
110 Black Mountain AveCasual and friendly, this local spot is a combination of gear shops and great brews.
My Father's Pizza & Pasta
110 Cherry StA favorite budget-friendly place for locals and visitors alike!
124 locals recommend
Trail Head Restaurant & Bar
207 W State StA favorite budget-friendly place for locals and visitors alike!
Merry Wine Market
108 W State StTucked away on a quiet street, this little bakery has all the charm!
26 locals recommend
Four Sisters Bakery
136 N Dougherty StTucked away on a quiet street, this little bakery has all the charm!
The Dripolator Coffeehouse
221 W State StGreat coffee and ambiance
Excellent place to eat. Reservations recommended for dinner. A new favorite in town!
The Pure & Proper
Excellent place to eat. Reservations recommended for dinner. A new favorite in town!
Foothills Grange
Great place for a burger and a beer. It's outside seating right on main street.
Kids
Montreat playground is a favorite for families. Shaded and near a creek, it’s also a great place for a picnic.
Robert Lake Park
317 Texas RdSightseeing
The 1/2 mile walk around the lake is beautiful at any time of day. There's a playground, tennis courts, and a swimming pool located here too.
85 locals recommend
Lake Tomahawk Park
401 Laurel Cir DrThe 1/2 mile walk around the lake is beautiful at any time of day. There's a playground, tennis courts, and a swimming pool located here too.
Saturday morning craft and food market from May to November.
12 locals recommend
Black Mountain Tailgate Market
130 Montreat RdSaturday morning craft and food market from May to November.