The highway offers drivers numerous opportunities to stop at overlooks, quaint mountain towns and hiking and biking trails. The headquarters and main visitor center is located in Asheville at milepost 384.
Grandfather Mountain State park in Linville, NC - various levels of hiking trails good for everyone! Mount Mitchell - the highest mountain east of the Mississippi River. Can drive up to the top or take on the challenging hike to the summit Triple Falls - Easy 2.7 mile hike encountering 3 different waterfalls Chimney Rock National Monumnet - over near Lake Lure where Dirty Dancy was filmed! Craggy Pinnacle Trail - Easy hike to a beautiful view point overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains
Asheville is known for their brewery scene! Be sure to check out some of our favorites! Sierra Nevada Brewery - the Disney land of breweries Wicked Weed Brewery - An Asheville staple. If you like sours, be sure to visit their sister brewery, Funkatorium Highlands Brewing Company - The oldest and first legal brewery in Asheville, opened in 1994, paving the way for Asheville’s infamous craft beer scene Burial Brewery - A funky brewery in downtown Asheville’s South Slope district with some of the best beer in town Hi-Wire- family-friendly circus-themed brewery Catawba Brewing Company - known for its white zombie beer and sours
Curate - A downtown Asheville Staple; James Beard-award winning Spanish tapas & wine bar - Incredible! Be sure to make a reservation up to 2 months in advance. Pack's Tavern - casual, family-owned tavern. Pub style with excellent food! Chestnut - elevated Southern Dining White Duck Taco Shop - iconic taco spot in River Arts District Rhubarb - Award winning chef John Fleer's downtown Asheville restaurant serving contemporary American cuisine. Corner Kitchen - brunch located in the historic Biltmore Village
Nestled amid 8,000 acres of Blue Ridge Mountain beauty, The Biltmore is a one-of-a-kind destination. From the magnificent house, a spectacular art exhibition, and an award-winning Winery to myriad dining and shopping venues, 20+ miles of nature trails. Must purchase a ticket in order to enter the property. Ticket gives you access to the Biltmore House, the botanical gardens, a free wine tasting at the winery and so much more!