Honor the Land & Embrace the Spirit of Exploring Responsibly
Here, we believe in exploring our 110,000+ acres of public lands with respect, always being safe, and being considerate of all we encounter. We strive to minimize our impact and maximize our experience. Extinguish our campfires and ignite our spirits. Pack out our trash while packing our itineraries. Travel far but experience local. We honor the past, embrace the present, and above all let nature thrive. In Transylvania County, we’re always adventurous, always authentic, always kind.
Take our visitor pledge, based on our Explore Responsibly tips, and do your part to ensure Transylvania is here… always.
Take the Pledge:
- I will be a good steward of the natural resources and Leave It Better.
- I will support local businesses while exploring Transylvania County.
- I will stay in the community where I play to provide local benefit to my visit.
- I will be respectful to the locals and appreciative of the service workers who are taking care of me.
- I will stay away from the most popular attractions at the most popular times.
- I will be mindful of my footprint and opt for sustainable options when possible.
- I will be safe and mindful during my visit, adhering to the Be Waterfall Wise principles.
- I will do my part and give back to ensure that the beauty and charm of Transylvania County remain for generations to come.
Take the pledge and help us keep Transylvania County extraordinary… Always!
Explore Responsibly
Dive into our collection of insightful blogs that guide you on how to explore Transylvania County responsibly and ways to stay safe in the great outdoors.