Things To Do
The Biltmore
Explore the 8,000-acre estate, including the 250-room Biltmore House, 75 acres of beautiful gardens, the nation's most-visited winery, shopping, dining, four-star accommodations, hiking trails and more!
The North Carolina Arboretum
Nestled in the Southern Appalachian Mountains just south of Asheville, The North Carolina Arboretum offers acres of cultivated gardens and groomed trails featuring some of the most beautiful, botanically-diverse plants in the region!
Downtown Asheville
Blue Ridge Parkway
The Blue Ridge Parkway Association has compiled a handy interactive map for planning the drive which will allow you to filter the route by access points, restaurants, and accommodations along the way. https://www.blueridgeparkway.org/parkway-map/
Max Patch
This 4,600-ft. bald mountain was cleared and used as pasture in the 1800s. Today, it's a 350-acre tract of open land on a high knob with 360-degree views. It's one of the most spectacular settings you'll experience in the Blue Ridge! Max Patch is deep in Pisgah National Forest, best not to rely on your GPS. Directions via I-40 from Asheville: Take I-40 West about 40 miles to exit 7 (Harmon's Den). Take a right on Cold Springs Road, and the road almost immediately becomes gravel. This usually well-graded road climbs steadily but never steeply 6.2 miles to SR-1182 (Max Patch Road). 4WD recommended in winter and wet weather. Turn left and drive 1.5 miles to the Max Patch parking area on the right. Allow an hour to drive.