 Carl
Sandburg’s Connemara - National
Park. Walk trails on 264 acres, tour house, visit barn and
goat herd. Check their schedule for performances of Carl
Sandburg’s wonderful
Rutabaga Stories.
Flat Rock Playhouse - One of
the top 10 summer theaters in the nation, open from June
through December.
Blue Ridge Parkway - Just north
of Hendersonville, a beautiful drive through the mountains
in any season.
Lake
Lure - One of the 10 most spectacular
man made lakes in the south with 27 miles of shoreline and
1,500 acres of crystal clear water.
Chimney
Rock - Will take your breath away.
Climb to top or take 26 story elevator. Trails too!
Biltmore Estate - An absolute
must see! Tour the 250 room house, drive through the 12,000
beautifully groomed acres, visit the winery, grab a sandwich
or dine at one of the restaurants, take in the dairy barn,
the greenhouses, and so much more.
Jump Off Rock - A pleasant trip
to learn about a Native American legend.
NC Arboretum - Located in Asheville.
Miles of hiking and biking trails, state-of-the-art greenhouse,
educational opportunities, 426 acre facility open daily,
except Christmas.
DuPont State Park - Eighty miles
of hiking, biking & horseback
trails. Registered NC Game Lands open to the general public.
Beautiful waterfalls and forest, a must for outdoor enthusiasts.
Brevard Music Center - A campus
for serious music students to study over the summer with
distinguished musicians with an intense performance schedule
during June - August.
Pisgah National Forest - The
Cradle of Forestry, Pink Beds, Wildlife Education Center
and Fish Hatchery, Shining Rock Wilderness, Sliding Rock,
and so much more.
Boating - Kyak/Canoe/Tube the
Nantahala, French Broad or Green Rivers.
Fish - Fishing opportunities
are plentiful, on your own or with a professional guide.
Golf - From 9 to 18 hole courses
or driving ranges, our climate provides four seasons of ideal
conditions for golfers.
Horseback Riding - You can watch
a steeplechase or take a ride in the woods or mountains.
Hiking and Biking - Hiking trails
are unlimited, including DuPont State Forest, Pisgah Forest,
Connemara, Appalachian Trail. Biking events and routes are
available.
Apple Orchards - During season
you can pick yourself or buy at the orchards, learn everything
about apples, join in Hendersonville’s
Apple Festival fun.
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