Highlands is a quaint mountain town nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains. There is so much to see and do-- from hiking, to shopping, to taking an afternoon at the spa. We hope these suggestions help make your stay in the mountains fun and relaxing!
Rainbow Falls and Turtleback Falls
Rainbow Falls and Turtleback Trailhead, Lake Toxaway, NC 28747
Cece and her mom did this hike a few years ago. A moderate 3.9 mile round trip hike out to Rainbow Falls. Go a little farther back to spot Turtleback Falls (surprise! it looks like a turtle shell). Highly recommend!
Glen Falls Trail
1019 Glen Falls Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
A 2.4 mile hike that leads you to the gorgeous, cascading Glen Falls. Moderate difficulty.
Dry Falls Trail
Dry Falls Parking, Highlands, NC 28741
Easy, 0.3 mile walking trail that leads to a giant waterfall. You can even walk underneath the falls!
Highlands Biological Station
265 North 6th Street, Highlands, NC 28741, (828) 526-2623
A nature preserve and botanical garden in Highlands
The Bascom: Center for the Visual Arts
323 Franklin Road, Highlands, NC 28741, (828) 526-4949
Main Street
Main Street, Highlands, NC 28741
Wander around the cute shops of Highlands!
Cashiers Farmers Market
78 U.S. 64, Cashiers, NC 28717, (828) 743-4334
Swing by on your way out of town to snag some local produce!
Whiteside Brewing Company
128 North Carolina 107, Cashiers, NC 28717, (828) 743-6000
Wild Thyme Gourmet
343-D Main Street, Highlands, NC 28741, (828) 526-4035
American cuisine served in a contemporary polished setting with a bar area
Wolfgang's Restaurant & Wine Bistro
474 Main Street, Highlands, NC 28741, (828) 526-3807
Cafe with a warm ambiance, deep wine list & an eclectic menu of German, American & Cajun cuisine.
Madison's
445 Main Street, Highlands, NC 28741
Seasonally influenced New American fine dining served in elegant rustic quarters in Old Edwards Inn.
Ristorante Paoletti
440 Main Street, Highlands, NC 28741, (828) 526-4906
Polished European-style venue offering refined Italian dishes & wine, with separate bar seating.
The Ugly Dog Public House- Highlands
294 South 4th Street, Highlands, NC 28741, (828) 526-8364
Casual, relaxed locale for elevated American pub grub, regional craft beer & live bluegrass music.