Things to Do in Highlands, NC

  • Our list of the best things to do in Highlands, North Carolina, features the top 88 nearby activities — including 43 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Highlands, NC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Amusement, and Sights & Landmarks.
  • The results below include the top 16 things to do within the city of Highlands, NC , followed by 72 popular activities in nearby cities, including Franklin, Sylva, Walhalla, Clayton, Sapphire, Cashiers, Dillard, Tiger, Long Creek, Salem and Brevard
  • Our list of the best things to do in Highlands, North Carolina, features the top 88 nearby activities — including 43 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Highlands, NC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Amusement, and Sights & Landmarks.
  • The results below include the top 16 things to do within the city of Highlands, NC , followed by 72 popular activities in nearby cities, including Franklin, Sylva, Walhalla, Clayton, Sapphire, Cashiers, Dillard, Tiger, Long Creek, Salem and Brevard
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29.0 Miles
88% 8 votes
Music Venue 185 King Street, Brevard, NC MoreLess Info
Located near the old Brevard railroad station, 185 King Street is a local music venue that emphasizes a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Featuring a full service bar and a number of televisions, the venue focuses on building an artistic community.
29.0 Miles
91% 23 votes
Hiking Trails Brevard, NC MoreLess Info
Located in the Pisgah National Forest, the Art Loeb Trail in Brevard, North Carolina is a popular 30.1 mile pathway that follows a number of long peaks. Descending down Cold Mountain, the trail ends at the Daniel Boone Scout Camp.
29.0 Miles
82% 61 votes
Breweries 63 E. Main Street, Brevard, NC MoreLess Info
The Brevard Brewing Company produces dunkel, IPA, pilsner, and premium lager beers. The location also sells memorabilia for visitors who wish to purchase souvenirs, including growlers, t-shirts, brewing hats, and logo glasses.
29.0 Miles
100% 57 votes
Horseback Riding 1306 Hot House Rd, Hayesville, NC 28904 MoreLess Info
Conveniently located, Chunk Gal Stables offers horseback riding for individuals of all ages. Set at the base of the Chunky Gal Mountain, there are a variety of trails to choose from, each offering its own natural beauty.
29.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 8 E Main Street, Brevard, NC 28712 MoreLess Info
Visitors can view a diverse collection of paintings, sculptures, wood, glass, and other works and crafts at Red Wolf Gallery. The gallery features the works of a multitude of regional, national, and international craftsmen and artists.
29.0 Miles
- 0 votes
Camping Site 91 US 19 N, Cherokee, NC 28719 MoreLess Info
Located in a natural woodlands area, Cherokee Campground & Craig's Log Cabins offers visitors tent camping sites and cabins to rent. The campground is situated next to a creek that is often visited by wildlife like deer.
29.0 Miles
- 0 votes
Boat Rentals Pickens, SC 29671 MoreLess Info
In business since 2010, Island Horses Pontoon Rental offers 24 foot Triton Bentley boats for rent by the day. The company also rents tubes for towing. Boats can be deployed to multiple locations.
29.1 Miles
76% 266 votes
Amusement Parks (Kids) 571 Wolfetown Rd., Cherokee, NC 28719 MoreLess Info
A traditional favorite of families in Cherokee, North Carolina, Santa's land is a combination zoo and theme park. One of the most popular and unusual features of this Christmas-themed attraction is the bear feeding program, which allows children and parents to hand-feed the zoo's tamest bears.
29.1 Miles
84% 57 votes
Horseback Riding 9400 Highway 19 W, Bryson City, NC 28713 MoreLess Info
Horseback riding excursions through the North Carolina Smokey Mountains are offered at the Nantahala Village Riding Stable. The stables are open from Memorial Day to Labor Day full time during the week and open on the weekends during April-May and September-October.
29.1 Miles
96% 92 votes
Bike Tours 315 Shoals Falls Road, Hendersonville, NC 28379 MoreLess Info
Guests looking for guided mountain biking experiences will find The Bike Farm - Private Day Tours a comprehensive resource for half, full, or multi-day trips. They will happily assist with other details such as concierge services, transportation, coaching and more.
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