DuPont State Recreational Forest

DuPont State Recreational Forest has 10,400 acres of forest featuring scenic trails, stunning waterfalls, and diverse wildlife. Popular for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding, it’s a top destination for outdoor adventure just outside of Brevard.

Its Aleen Steinberg Visitor Center is located at the High Falls Access Area, 89 Buck Forest Road, Cedar Mountain, NC 28718. The visitor center is staffed by volunteers and offers free parking, public restrooms and WiFi, trail maps and other publications, and is a popular rendezvous for groups.

The forest offers several family-friendly activities, including...