Madison & Grant
Things To Do
Waterfalls and Hiking Map
Popular day hikes to waterfalls and overlooks in the Sylva/Dillsboro/Cashiers area!
Hiking near Sylva
Hiking is one of our favorite things to do together. Here’s a list of some trails in the area- go check them out!
Blue Ridge Parkway
Enjoy the fall colors and take a scenic drive along "America's Favorite Drive". The Balsam Gap Entrance is only 15 min from Sylva!
Dillsboro River Company
Boat rentals available for rafting trips on the fun class II rapids of the Tuckasegee River. Choose from self-bailing guided rafts and inflatable kayaks, sit-on-top kayaks, and new tubes.
Innovation Brewing Company
Whether you are looking for live music or a fresh brew to enjoy on our patio, Innovation has you covered. With food trucks serving burgers and pizza and over 30+ house beers, you can’t go wrong with this fun atmosphere!
Lazy Hiker Brewing - Sylva Taproom
We’re brewing great craft beer in the mountains of Western North Carolina. In our little town of Franklin, we have a beautiful new brewery in the 5-bay garage out behind our comfortable taproom. Step outside and you need only look around to see the high mountains of the Southern Appalachians stretching out before you.
Frog Level Brewing Co
We are a working micro-brewery offering 21 taps, indoor and outdoor areas for enjoyment, live music from Spring until Fall, while also providing pub fare favorites to satisfy any appetite. Our unique outdoor beer garden (and music venue) is right on the creek, and Frog Level is proud to boast of its casual, family and pet friendly vibe – a true Downtown Waynesville favorite for locals and tourists alike.
Balsam Falls Brewing Co.
Located in the heart of historic downtown Sylva offering our own hand crafted freshly brewed beers and cider, as well as regional beers from WNC. Tours and live music at various times throughout the year. Darts, arcade games and fun!
The Paper Mill Lounge
Welcome to a cocktail lounge with New Orleans style ambiance, hand crafted cocktails and awesome entertainment that is cleverly dramatic and always delicious!
The Cut Cocktail Lounge
The cut cocktail lounge is an eclectic downtown Sylva establishment housed in a former barber shop full of atmosphere. This lounge specializes in craft cocktails, cheap beer, and fancy late night bites. The cocktail mixes and food are all made from scratch using local ingredients.
Dillsboro Chocolate Factory
The best cup of joe with the nicest people! We're located in the heart of North Carolina’s famed Smoky Mountains and offer a wide selection and variety of hand-dipped chocolates, home-made fudge, gourmet coffee from around the world, Jelly-Bellies, Handmade Truffles, gifts and more.
City Lights Cafe
We provide a wide array of crepes, paninis, soups, salads, desserts, beer, wine & coffee. Many of our ingredients and menu items are locally sourced and organically produced. Located in the heart of downtown Sylva!
Lulu's On Main
Lulu's on Main is known for its out-of-the-ordinary eclectic fare, great service, and consistency, provided in an edgy, retro atmosphere. Embracing its place in the heart of the downtown Sylva, North Carolina since 1989, the restaurant reflects the local atmosphere and welcoming spirit that makes Sylva hum.
Guadalupe Cafe
Farm-to-table tropical fusion restaurant featured in Gourmet magazine. Artisanal beer & wine, organic, house-made desserts and locally roasted espresso available.
Haywood Smokehouse
Haywood Smokehouse knows barbecue! We are proud to serve the best Texas-style barbecue outside of Texas. Not a boast, just the truth! Our premium specialty meats; fresh, house-made sausages, house-made sauces and fall-off-the-bone ribs and smoked brisket will have you coming back again and again. Our family-friendly place features daily lunch and dinner specials that will knock your socks off.
Boots Steakhouse
Step back in time with laid back, old western feel of Boots Steakhouse. We take pride in offering our guests the freshest, highest quality food available on the market. The perfect date night!
Speedy's Pizza
Speedy’s Pizza has been featuring classic American Italian Cuisine. Come enjoy salads, sandwiches, pastas, pizza, calzones, stromboli, seafood, and chicken entrees, plus beer and wine.
The Funkatorium
Madison & Grant's Favorite Asheville Brewery! Located in the South Slope of Asheville, the Funkatorium is the East Coast’s first sour beer dedicated taproom. Featuring over a dozen varieties of these styles on draught, visitors can expect a full immersion into the old world way of experiencing and appreciating beer along with a creative food menu including Roman-style pizza.