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Winter Fun in Brevard, NC
Five can’t miss cool seasonal activities in Brevard, NC. From breathtaking hikes to frozen waterfalls, winter opens up new ways to explore Transylvania County.
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Jolly Good Fun
Making the Most of the Holidays in Brevard Every year it seems, the holidays get a little more hectic. But not in Brevard and Transylvania County. We celebrate the holidays the old-fashioned way: with beloved music traditions, heartwarming seasonal gatherings and festive events the whole family will love. So fire up the family sleigh and…
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Top 5 Brevard, NC Swimming Holes
Discover the top 5 Brevard swimming holes for a refreshing dip. Explore the best spots to splash down and enjoy the natural beauty of Brevard, NC.
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Looking Glass Rock
Explore the Largest Granite Monolith East of the Mississippe Western North Carolina offers more rock climbing than any other state east of the Mississippi River, with more variety, diverse rock types, and climbing styles to boot. And Looking Glass Rock is the King Daddy of them all. Fortunately, Transylvania County is home to a number…
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Tubing & Paddling in North Carolina
Choose your adventure on the multiple rivers and streams located in Transylvania County! From tubing the Davidson to paddling class 4/5 whitewater on the French Broad’s headwaters, your experience is ready.
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Explore the Woods in Brevard
1 Day Itinerary in Brevard, NC If all you want to do is get dirty, sweaty, exhausted and completely exhilarated, you couldn’t pick a better destination. Surrounded by over a million acres of forests, Transylvania County is the best outdoor playground east of the Rockies. Whether you’re a hiker, biker, climber or paddler, there’s a…
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A Week In The Woods
Serious Adventures for Outdoor Enthusiasts Spending a week in Transylvania County invariably leads to this epiphany: “I could spend a lifetime here and still not see all of it.” And you would be absolutely correct. But don’t dwell on this fact. Dive in and see just how exhausted, dirty, sweaty, stinky, sore and, yes, blissful,…
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Artsy Itinerary
7 Days of Museum, Arts, & Culture in Brevard North Carolina Choose from the following activities to completely immerse yourself in the artistic and musical traditions of Brevard and Transylvania County: Live Music On several nights out of the week (and almost all in the warmer months) your odds of running into a bluegrass jam,…
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Family Friendly Mountain Activities
The Perfect Family Adventure There’s no shortage of fun activities for families in Transylvania County. Here’s a starter list that will get you properly oriented to all there is to see, do and experience here in the Land of Waterfalls: Hike John Rock There are literally hundreds of miles of hiking trails in Pisgah, DuPont…
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Scenic Mountain Drives
Road Trips in Transylvania County Whether you’re behind the wheel of a fancy convertible or a family wagon, these two driving tours showcase the best of what Transylvania County has to offer. Sure, you can speed through these routes and see plenty of sights, but the ideal way is take your foot off the gas…
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Free Activities in Brevard, NC
Fun & Free Activities in Brevard & Transylvania County With over 170,000 acres of public lands to explore and a host of special events tailor-made for fun, Transylvania County represents one of the best vacation values you’ll find anywhere. Here’s a top ten list of fun and free things to do. Forest Discovery Center If…
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5 Fun Activities for Camper Parents
5 Ways for Camper Parents to Explore the Land of Waterfalls Once you’ve dropped off the kids at summer camp here in Transylvania County, it’s time for your own summertime fun. These five activities are sure to get you into the spirit of summer: Listen to the music. Everywhere you turn in Transylvania County, there’s…