This is a relatively moderate hike with a beautiful view of the Smoky Mountains.
There are many cute and fun boutiques in downtown Highlands, as well as delicious places to eat.
The Bascom is a multipurpose space dedicated to the arts. It consists of a public, six-acre "green" campus with a 27,500 sq. ft. main building, multiple studios devoted to a range of art media, covered bridge signature entrance, creek-side nature trail, outdoor terrace and more.
This nature center serves up an array of nature attractions including a botanical garden, with 450 species of trees, ferns, and flowers.