Things To Do
Highlands is a beautiful mountain town with lots of great waterfalls, hikes, a cute downtown and some solid restaurants. Hopefully you'll be spending most of your time with us, but here are some recommendations for how to spend your time when you're not!
Waterfalls of Highlands
Highlands, NC
There are a ton of great waterfalls in and near Highlands that are worth a visit, here are some of our favorites below: Nantahala National Forest Glen Falls Trail (Moderate hike - 2.4 miles, 784 ft elevation gain. Sunset Rock (1.4 miles, 236 ft elevation gain) is a wonderful place to watch the sunset. Secret Falls Sliding Rock
Highlands Wine Shoppe
269 Oak Street, Highlands, NC 28741
Madison's Restaurant
445 Main Street, Highlands, NC 28741
Mountain Fresh Grocery
521 Main Street, Highlands, NC 28741
Upscale grocery store with a bakery, deli, and pizzeria. Great place to grab snacks or a casual meal.
The Spa at Old Edwards Inn
16 Church Street, Highlands, NC 28741
We love this spa! Great if you're in need of some relaxation
Brookings Anglers Fly Fishing
273 Spring Street, Highlands, NC 28741, 828-482-9444
Brookings is a fly shop and they also offer guided fly fishing trips. Please visit their website for more info.
Whitewater Equestrian Center- Horseback Riding + Gem Mining
6420 Whitewater Road, Sapphire, NC 28774
Whitewater offers guided horseback riding (1 and 1.5 hour rides) and gem mining.
For all the days along the way