Things To Do

Old Edwards Club

Carved out of the Blue Ridge mountains, our Tom Jackson-designed course offers one of the most beautiful and challenging games of golf in Highlands, NC.

Highlands Aerial Park

Ziplining, UTV tours through the mountains, and challenge courses for the little ones. A great option for our adventurous guests!

Smokin Saddles Riding Co.

A mountainous horseback ride located about 17 min from Downtown Highlands.

Arrowmont Stables & Cabins

Horseback riding for all ages and about a 35 min drive from Downtown Highlands.

Highlands Biological Station

This nature center serves up an array of nature attractions including a botanical garden, with 450 species of trees, ferns, and flowers.

Highlands Playhouse

Highlands Playhouse, one of the country’s oldest professional summer stock theaters, offers 2-3 plays each summer and summer camp for children.

Highland Hiker

A full-service hiking, camping, and fly fishing store offering guide service as well as recommendations for area hikes and maps.

Brookings Anglers - Highlands

Brookings is a fly fishing outfitter located in Cashiers that has become a destination for anglers to experience what WNC fly fishing is all about.

Sunset Rock Trail

Sunset Rock Trail is a 1.2-mile round trip hike with views overlooking the Highlands plateau.

Whiteside Mountain Trail

Moderate 2-mile trail with the highest cliffs in Eastern North America.

Glen Falls Trail

This 2-mile roundtrip hike has 4 scenic stops along the way!

Secret Falls Trail Head

Secret Falls (also known as Big Shoals Falls) is a moderate hike to a gorgeous 50-ft. waterfall.

Dry Falls Trail

Dry Falls is a very short (.2 miles) and an easy, kid-friendly walk down to the waterfall. The trail allows you to go behind this 75 - 80 foot waterfall without getting wet!

Cashiers Sliding Rock

Located in the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina, Cashier’s Rock features a flat rock face for sliding down and a large swimming hole at the bottom for splashing and swimming.

Rainbow Falls

A moderate 3.9-mile round trip hike to the towering 150-foot Rainbow Falls, Turtleback Falls and Drift Falls through a wildflower-filled forest in North Carolina’s Gorges State Park.

Jackson Hole Gem Mine

Jackson Hole Gem Mine offers a professional yet fun experience, good for all ages.

Nantahala River Rafting

About a 1.5 hr drive from Highlands, this family-friendly whitewater rafting trip on an iconic mountain river is perfect for families and paddlers of any skill level.

Biltmore Estate

George Vanderbilt's 250-room castle is America's Largest Home and a top attraction in Asheville. Plan a visit to Biltmore House, explore 8,000 acres of grounds, or book a behind-the-scenes tour.

Blue Bike Cafe

Blue Bike Cafe is the perfect spot for a great breakfast or lunch in a casual, care-free atmosphere.

Bridge at Mill Creek

A high-end, farm-to-table atmosphere that is open for lunch and dinner!

Wild Thyme Gourmet

Wild Thyme Gourmet offers a touch of American cuisine with an Asian influence!

Madison's Restaurant

Farm to fork dining with exquisite breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. Reservations are highly recommended.

Four65 Woodfire Bistro + Bar

Chile Loco Authentic Mexican Restaurant

Our favorite spot in Cashiers for authentic Mexican!

The Ugly Dog Public House- Highlands

This pub is perfect for nightlife, casual lunch/dinner, and day drinking.

Satulah Mountain Brewing Company

Grab a draft beer at the local Brewery!

SweeTreats Craft Ice Cream

Who doesn't love ice cream?

Highlands Wine Shoppe

Perfect for a tasting, a glass, a bottle or a case!

Bryson's Food Store

Small, local grocery store.

Mountain Fresh Grocery

Mountain Fresh Grocery is a lively specialty food and wine shop/restaurant in the quaint mountain town of Highlands, NC.