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Adventure
French Broad Adventures is very close to the house and has several super fun adventures such as River Rafting, Ziplining, canyoneering, and climbing adventures. * It's best to make a reservation a few days in advance.
109 locals recommend
French Broad Adventures
12 Good Adventures LnFrench Broad Adventures is very close to the house and has several super fun adventures such as River Rafting, Ziplining, canyoneering, and climbing adventures. * It's best to make a reservation a few days in advance.
Great place to horseback ride in the mountains. They have short 1-hour rides with some nice long range views. They also have longer 3-hour rides. There is one ride that takes you to a gem mine to see what you can find. They are near us, 15 minutes away. Reservations recommended.
90 locals recommend
Sandy Bottom Trail Rides
1459 Caney Fork RdGreat place to horseback ride in the mountains. They have short 1-hour rides with some nice long range views. They also have longer 3-hour rides. There is one ride that takes you to a gem mine to see what you can find. They are near us, 15 minutes away. Reservations recommended.
They offer Zipline Canopy Adventures, a Treetop Adventure Park and other adventures
65 locals recommend
Adventure Center of Asheville
85 Expo DrThey offer Zipline Canopy Adventures, a Treetop Adventure Park and other adventures
Slide down a large rock outcropping in a mountain River. Very fun. Water is cold, but refreshing in summer. While you are there check out the waterfalls in the area.
384 locals recommend
Sliding Rock
Slide down a large rock outcropping in a mountain River. Very fun. Water is cold, but refreshing in summer. While you are there check out the waterfalls in the area.
Zen Tubing
1648 Brevard RdFun/Relaxing Tubing down the French Broad River in South Asheville.
Wolf Ridge Ski Resort
578 Valley View CirSkiing and Tubing in season
Blue Heron Whitewater
35 Little Pine RdWhitewater and Family Rafting - near Marshall
The Gorge is America's Steepest and Fastest Zipline Canopy Tour! The Gorge offers a unique and thrilling tree-based zipline canopy adventure in the famous Green River Gorge in Saluda, North Carolina. Ranked one of USA Today's 10 Best Aerial Adventure Parks. A little over an hour away.
170 locals recommend
The Gorge - A Zipline Canopy Tour
166 Honey Bee DrThe Gorge is America's Steepest and Fastest Zipline Canopy Tour! The Gorge offers a unique and thrilling tree-based zipline canopy adventure in the famous Green River Gorge in Saluda, North Carolina. Ranked one of USA Today's 10 Best Aerial Adventure Parks. A little over an hour away.
Nantahala Outdoor Center - The French Broad River Outpost is only 5 minutes from us! Family-friendly rafting trips. Explore the 3rd oldest river in the world running thru the Pisgah National Forest.
Nantahala Outdoor Center
Nantahala Outdoor Center - The French Broad River Outpost is only 5 minutes from us! Family-friendly rafting trips. Explore the 3rd oldest river in the world running thru the Pisgah National Forest.
Sightseeing
Max Patch is a mountain bald located along the Appalachian Trail. It has gorgeous, 360-degree, long-range views of the Appalachian Mountains. It is a nice place to bring a blanket and have a picnic or lay in the grass and enjoy the view. It is an easy 1.7 mile loop trail from the parking lot.
There is a small parking lot available at Max Patch below the bald. However, this lot fills up quickly (especially on weekends). There is parking along the road nearby, but please only park in designated areas. Max Patch is about 1 hour away.
227 locals recommend
Max Patch
Max Patch RoadMax Patch is a mountain bald located along the Appalachian Trail. It has gorgeous, 360-degree, long-range views of the Appalachian Mountains. It is a nice place to bring a blanket and have a picnic or lay in the grass and enjoy the view. It is an easy 1.7 mile loop trail from the parking lot.
There is a small parking lot available at Max Patch below the bald. However, this lot fills up quickly (especially on weekends). There is parking along the road nearby, but please only park in designated areas. Max Patch is about 1 hour away.
Hot Springs is a quant little mountain town along the Appalachian Trail and French Broad River. It is known for it's famous mineral hot springs. Be sure to check out the Hot Springs Resort and Spa where you can soak in a mineral water hot tub along the river.
158 locals recommend
Hot Springs
Hot Springs is a quant little mountain town along the Appalachian Trail and French Broad River. It is known for it's famous mineral hot springs. Be sure to check out the Hot Springs Resort and Spa where you can soak in a mineral water hot tub along the river.
Visit the highest peak east of the Rockies. Mount Mitchell is along the Blue Ridge Parkway at Milepost 355. There is a trail leading to a viewing tower with breathtaking 360-degree views of distant mountains. There are picnic tables, a restaurant, gift shop, and lots of other trails. Wear Layers of clothes and bring an extra jacket. It can be cold and windy at that elevation.
114 locals recommend
Mount Mitchell
Visit the highest peak east of the Rockies. Mount Mitchell is along the Blue Ridge Parkway at Milepost 355. There is a trail leading to a viewing tower with breathtaking 360-degree views of distant mountains. There are picnic tables, a restaurant, gift shop, and lots of other trails. Wear Layers of clothes and bring an extra jacket. It can be cold and windy at that elevation.
Craggy Gardens is at Milepost 364 along the Blue Ridge Parkway. It has trails that lead thru Rhododendron thickets to a viewing area pinnacle. There are other trails that lead to a mountain bald and a picnic area. There is a visitor information center there. Wear layers or bring an extra jacket as weather can be colder, windy, and very changeable at these high elevations
32 locals recommend
Craggy Gardens
Craggy Gardens is at Milepost 364 along the Blue Ridge Parkway. It has trails that lead thru Rhododendron thickets to a viewing area pinnacle. There are other trails that lead to a mountain bald and a picnic area. There is a visitor information center there. Wear layers or bring an extra jacket as weather can be colder, windy, and very changeable at these high elevations
Take a drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway. There are stunning views, trails, and picnic areas.
757 locals recommend
Blue Ridge Parkway
3884 Blue Ridge ParkwayTake a drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway. There are stunning views, trails, and picnic areas.
Biltmore
1 Lodge StMagnificent. Largest House in the U.S. Interesting History.
Looking Glass Falls
U.S. 276Near Sliding Rock and "Pretty Place"
Beautiful Falls in the Linville Gorge area. Access off of Blue Ridge Parkway north of Spruce Pine.
49 locals recommend
Linville Falls - Trail and Waterfall
Beautiful Falls in the Linville Gorge area. Access off of Blue Ridge Parkway north of Spruce Pine.
Very nice hiking trail not far from Mars Hill College. Beautiful hike thru a meadow and woods to the top of Bailey Mountain. 2 miles to top. Near the beginning of the trail is a great swinging bench beneath a beautiful shady old oak to sit and enjoy the view. Great family hike. Has porta-potty. Dogs welcome.
9 locals recommend
Bailey Mountain Preserve - Smith Farm
889 Forest StreetVery nice hiking trail not far from Mars Hill College. Beautiful hike thru a meadow and woods to the top of Bailey Mountain. 2 miles to top. Near the beginning of the trail is a great swinging bench beneath a beautiful shady old oak to sit and enjoy the view. Great family hike. Has porta-potty. Dogs welcome.
Hike one of the most scenic sections of the Appalachian trail. Then stop in Hot Springs for lunch or dinner.
36 locals recommend
Appalachian Trail
Appalachian National Scenic TrailHike one of the most scenic sections of the Appalachian trail. Then stop in Hot Springs for lunch or dinner.
Relaxation
Enjoy a relaxing and rejuvenating soak in warm mineral water hot tubs along the river. Also offers massage therapy. Reservations recommended.
182 locals recommend
Hot Springs Resort And Spa
315 Bridge StEnjoy a relaxing and rejuvenating soak in warm mineral water hot tubs along the river. Also offers massage therapy. Reservations recommended.
The Salt Spa of Asheville and Himalayan Salt Cave Sanctuary
473 Hendersonville RdThe Asheville Salt Cave, Mammam (Turkish baths), and Spa is a good place to destress and detox and recharge.
56 locals recommend
Asheville Salt Cave | Massage & Salt Spa Therapy
16 North Liberty StreetThe Asheville Salt Cave, Mammam (Turkish baths), and Spa is a good place to destress and detox and recharge.
Food scene
This is a local hangout in downtown Marshall. They serve good coffee and takeout food. Some days they have live music.
71 locals recommend
Zuma Coffee
7 N Main StThis is a local hangout in downtown Marshall. They serve good coffee and takeout food. Some days they have live music.
Locally owned Brewing company, Tap room, and Pizza kitchen. Good Pizza and local brews. Outdoor deck overlooking the river. Live music on Friday nights starts at 6pm and goes till 8 or 9 pm. Every 2nd & 4thTuesdays are Trivia night. Every 1st & 3rd Tuesdays are are Open mic night. Downtown Marshall.
38 locals recommend
Mad Co. Brew House
45 North Main StreetLocally owned Brewing company, Tap room, and Pizza kitchen. Good Pizza and local brews. Outdoor deck overlooking the river. Live music on Friday nights starts at 6pm and goes till 8 or 9 pm. Every 2nd & 4thTuesdays are Trivia night. Every 1st & 3rd Tuesdays are are Open mic night. Downtown Marshall.
Drinks, English-style Pub Food, Music, and Games in Mars Hill.
19 locals recommend
Hickory Nut Gorge Brewery at Mars Theatre
70 S Main StDrinks, English-style Pub Food, Music, and Games in Mars Hill.
Excellent food, wine, and service in a small historic building in downtown Marshall. They are doing outdoor dining now. Reservations suggested as they fill up quickly.
47 locals recommend
Star Diner
115 N Main StExcellent food, wine, and service in a small historic building in downtown Marshall. They are doing outdoor dining now. Reservations suggested as they fill up quickly.
Soba Sushi and Noodles
76 N Main StJapanese, Sushi, Asian cuisine in Weaverville, NC
Vegan and Gluten-free recipes in downtown Marshall.
47 locals recommend
The Sweet Monkey Cafe & Bakery
133 S Main StVegan and Gluten-free recipes in downtown Marshall.
Homestyle country cooking with Vegetarian/Vegan options. Outdoor dining. Sometimes live music (call for info)
9 locals recommend
Marshall's Main Street Cafe
18 N Main StHomestyle country cooking with Vegetarian/Vegan options. Outdoor dining. Sometimes live music (call for info)
Stoney Knob Cafe
337 Merrimon AveQuirky decor, but great food. Local Favorite in Weaverville.
Blue Mountain Pizza
55 N Main StGreat Pizza in Weaverville. Live music on weekends.
Fantastic Barbeque! Famous for being one of the best in the nation!
Located in the River Arts District in Asheville. 35 minutes away.
330 locals recommend
12 Bones Smokehouse RIVER
5 Foundy StFantastic Barbeque! Famous for being one of the best in the nation!
Located in the River Arts District in Asheville. 35 minutes away.
Asheville Tours
Asheville is a very interesting (and haunted) town!
25 locals recommend
Asheville Ghost Tours: Oldest & Original
80 Broadway StAsheville is a very interesting (and haunted) town!
Art
The River Arts District is a neighborhood in Asheville with a thriving Art scene and galleries.
700 locals recommend
River Arts District
3 River Arts PlThe River Arts District is a neighborhood in Asheville with a thriving Art scene and galleries.