- The list below includes 89 free or cheap things to do in or near Sapphire, North Carolina, including 92 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, National & State Parks, Waterfalls and Horseback Riding.
- From Whitewater Falls to Gorges State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Sapphire and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Franklin, Highlands, Brevard and Sylva.
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9.8 Miles
Whiteside Mountain is a mountain that offers a National Recreation Trail along 700-foot cliffs. Depending on visibility, hikers can see Blue Ridge Escarpment, Chattooga River headwaters, Highlands and Cashiers, and northern South Carolina.
10.9 Miles
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103 votes
Highlands, NC
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Up to 40 researchers can live and work at the research station that is part of the Highlands Biological Station, Nature Center and Botanical gardens. Meanwhile, in another part of the facility, school programs and summer camps teach children about the biodiversity of the Southern Appalachian region.
11.2 Miles
Providing the only public access to Lake Joccassee, Devils Fork State Park is notable for its mountain streams, waterfalls, and trout fishing, its clear water is also ideal for scuba diving. Overnight accommodation is available via campgrounds or fully-furnished villas.
11.5 Miles
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454 Carolina Way, Highlands, NC 28741
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Satulah Mountain Brewing Company is a microbrewery offering a wide variety of custom beers and pub food. This family owned microbrewery offers a welcoming and social environment. Satulah Mountain offers live entertainment and large screen TVs, all in a comfy atmosphere.
11.5 Miles
The Bascom is an art gallery dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of those who visit by providing them with a dynamic arts-experience. The gallery features rotating art exhibits and hosts a variety of educational programs and special events.
11.6 Miles
Summer theater takes center stage at the Highlands Playhouse in Highlands, North Carolina. The theater is open from June to mid-October. Its most popular musicals include Nunsense, Little Shop of Horrors and Bye Bye Birdie.
11.6 Miles
With over 40 artists featured, Ann Jacob Gallery showcases paintings of flowers, buildings, landscapes, still life, and more. These artists are recognized both regionally and nationally for their Impressionist style.
11.8 Miles
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7 votes
8 Good Neighbor Lane, Brevard, NC 28712
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As a fish farm, Morgan Mill & Balsam Grove Trout Fishing offers visitors public fishing opportunities in a regularly stocked trout pond. Visitors can get any fish caught at the pond cleaned and packed on ice by staff.
11.8 Miles
Located between Franklin and Highlands, North Carolina, The Callasja River Gorge is part of the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area. The gorge and its waterfalls can be accessed via U.S. Highway 64 and State Road 28, or the Waterfall Byway.
11.8 Miles
John Collette Fine Arts is a gallery featuring Mr. Collette's own works, as well of those of local and national artists. In addition to the paintings and sculpture on display, they also offer custom home art lighting and framing services.