Biltmore Estate
Biltmore Estate features America's largest home, acres of gardens, and an award-winning winery. Located in Asheville NC.
www.biltmore.com

Cherokee Indian Reservation
Native American culture. US Hwy 19 S.
www.aboutcherokee.com

Chimney Rock Park
Chimney Rock Park is a privately-owned, natural scenic attraction located on Highway 64/74A about 25 miles southeast of Asheville, and about 18 miles east of Hendersonville, North Carolina. Chimney Rock Park is situated in beautiful Hickory Nut Gorge, which contains the small towns of Gerton, Bat Cave, Chimney Rock Village and Lake Lure. The Park has been owned by the Morse family since 1902. We receive no federal or state subsidies to underwrite upkeep and maintenance of the Park and trail system.
www.chimneyrockpark.com

Cradle of Forestry
In 1898, Dr. Carl A. Schenck began the first forestry school in America, the Biltmore Forest School. Winter classes were held at the Biltmore Estate near Asheville and summer sessions in Pisgah Forest. The "Campus" at The Biltmore Forest School consisted of mountaineer cabins and farm homes which once had been part of the old "Pink Beds" community. The one room community school and church became the forestry school's classroom. The Biltmore Forest School graduated its last class in 1913.
www.CradleOfForestry.com

Grandfather Mountain
Mile-high swinging bridge, animal habitat, nature museum, food and hiking. Hwy 221 near Linville. Open year round, weather permitting. Hours vary in winter; 8-7pm in summer; 8-5pm in fall. $10 adults and $5 children (4-12). Linville NC
www.blowingrock.org/grmtn.html

Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The Great Smoky Mountains, the majestic climax of the Appalachian Highlands, are a wildlands sanctuary preserving the world's finest examples of temperate deciduous forest. The park boasts unspoiled forests similar to those the early settlers found. Wildflowers and migrating birds abound in late April and early May. Autumn's pageantry of colors usually peaks in mid- October. Some 800 miles of trails thread the whole of the Smokies' natural fabric - and its waterfalls, coves, balds, and rushing streams. The Smokies, a wild landscape rich with traces of its human past, calls people back year after year.
www.imagesbuilder.com/gsmnp

Great Smoky Mountains Railway
Marvel at the scenic beauty of the Carolina Mountains aboard the Great Smoky Mountains Railway. You'll ride the rails past historic countryside, cascading rivers, and majestic peaks.

Excursions leave from depots at the historic towns of Dillsboro, Bryson City, and Andrews. Both morning and afternoon excursions are round trips lasting from 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 hours. Allow 7 hours for the Raft 'N' Rail trips. Twilight Dinner Trains are 2-1/2 hours in the evening. Santa Express trips are 2 hours, and the National Railroad Historical Society "3-in-1" trips are 6-1/2 hours.

The railway operates both diesel and steam locomotives which run from early March through December. Many of the cars have colorful histories and have been comfortably restored. You may select reconditioned coaches, crown coaches, club cars, dining cars, or open cars that are perfect for viewing and photo taking.

Beverages and light food are available. There are convenience stations and gift shops also. For choice of seating, tickets should be ordered in advance and paid with credit card.
www.gsmr.com

Linville Caverns
Tours of underground caverns. Hwy 221 between Linville and Marion. Open daily May-November 9-5pm. Weekends December-February 9 - 4:30 pm. $5 adults, $4 Seniors, $3.00 children (5-12) and under 5 free.
www.linvillecaverns.com

Nantahala Outdoor Center
From the wildflowers of spring to autumn's bright colors, families and friends enjoy outstanding whitewater on the Nantahala and French Broad rivers. Bryson City NC
www.noc.com

"Unto These Hills"
This powerful outdoor drama, with a cast of 130, brings to life the tragic history of the Cherokee people. It begins with the arrival of deSoto in 1540 and builds to a stirring climax with the cruel removal of all but a remnant of the Cherokee on the infamous Trail ofTears.
www.aboutcherokee.com

WindDancers Llama Treks
Lunch, dinner, and overnight camping trips with everything furnished. Lots of llama fun for everyone. Group rates available. Reservations required. I-40 at exit 15 turn right on Fines Creek Road; go 2 miles to end. 828-627-6986.

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Back Country Jeep Tours
Off-road tours range from one to three hours. Two person minimum and three person maximum. Tours cost between $10 to $30 per person. 828-926-0117.

Blue Ridge Parkway
Forty-six miles of the country's most scenic highway runs through Haywood County. Pack a picnic and stop at the overlooks. Hike on trails that cross the Parkway. Allow a few hours or all day.

Cataloochee Valley
Outside Maggie Valley on 276 N. to Cove Creek Mtn. Rd. Accessible hiking trails and primitive campground. Allow 2 hours.

Heritage Scenic Byway
Get on this scenic loop at Hwy 276 S. in Waynesville. Explore the Cradle of Forestry in Pisgah National Forest. Looking Glass Falls and other naturally beautiful places right from your car.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The most popular national park in America. The southern entrance is just 15 miles on US 19 S to US 441. 550,000 acres of protected land, trails and scenic drives.

Great Smoky Mountains Railway
Marvel at the scenic beauty of the Carolina Mountains aboard the Great Smoky Mountains Railway. You'll ride the rails past historic countryside, cascading rivers, and majestic peaks.

Excursions leave from depots at the historic towns of Dillsboro, Bryson City, and Andrews. Both morning and afternoon excursions are round trips lasting from 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 hours. Allow 7 hours for the Raft 'N' Rail trips. Twilight Dinner Trains are 2-1/2 hours in the evening. Santa Express trips are 2 hours, and the National Railroad Historical Society "3-in-1" trips are 6-1/2 hours.

The railway operates both diesel and steam locomotives which run from early March through December. Many of the cars have colorful histories and have been comfortably restored. You may select reconditioned coaches, crown coaches, club cars, dining cars, or open cars that are perfect for viewing and photo taking.

Beverages and light food are available. There are convenience stations and gift shops also. For choice of seating, tickets should be ordered in advance and paid with credit card.
www.gsmr.com

Highway 209 Tour
Take Hwy 209 north. Old country stores, unique shops, restaurants, a turn-of-the-century church and spectacular views from elevations up to 5,000 ft.