An Overview of Brevard  |  Antique Hunting  |  Arts and Crafts  |  Calendar of Events
Cultural Activities  |  Dining  |  Fishing  |  Forest Activities  |  Golf  |  Guide Services  |  Herbs, Flowers
Hiking, Rock Climbing  |  Historical Attractions  |  Horseback Riding  |   Mountain Biking
Ropes and Zipline Courses  |  Spas  |  Sightseeing  |  Tennis  |  Watersports
 

An Overview of Brevard

Looking Glass Falls - Brevard NC Area things to do!

The Land of Waterfalls!

Tucked away in a corner of western North Carolina, Transylvania County is a scenic wonderland. The name itself, meaning "across the woods," is very apt. Over 80% of the county's 379 square miles is lush, green forest land, with sparkling waterfalls scattered throughout. It is said that there are some 250 falls, though some are on private property and some are (almost) inaccessible. But there are enough beautiful, shining falls to take your breath away.

Arts and Crafts
Stores and studios to visit:

Calendar of Events
Call the Brevard Chamber of Commerce at (828) 883-3700 or visit their web site at http://www.brevardncchamber.org/

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Cultural Activities

BREVARD COLLEGE CHAMBER ORCHESTRA - 3 concerts presented yearly.
Spring, Fall and Winter.

BREVARD COLLEGE - Faculty and Student recital and Brevard mutual Concert Series, Dunham Music Hall. The Chelf Mineral and Gem Collection display open to public -- without charge in foyer of Science Building. Art Exhibits - Visit Syms Art Center.

BREVARD LITTLE THEATRE - Four popular plays presented. Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer.

BREVARD MUSIC CENTER - Presents concerts daily starting last weekend in June through second
weekend in August. Orchestra, bands, chorus, opera, chamber music, outstanding guest artists. Festival and music camp for junior high school through college. College credit for music study. Box 592, Brevard, NC 28712. (828) 884-2019.

FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS - A week of outstanding events for the entire family. Country and western concert, orchestral and choral programs, dramatic productions, craftsmen's fair, art show, museum exhibitions, flower show, forest tour, and much more. Almost all are free. Something new each year! Starts July 4th! (828) 884-ARTS.

GALLERY #7 - Transylvania County Arts Council

GALLERY - Brevard Chamber of Commerce: Exhibits - Arts & Crafts - Local artisans, 35 W. Main St., Brevard, NC 28712

JAZZ AT BREVARD

TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY ART GUILD - PO Box 655, Brevard, NC 28712

TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY HANDCRAFTERS - PO Box 352. Brevard, NC 28712

THE ALLISON DEAVER HOUSE - The oldest framed house in Western North Carolina (828) 884-5137 Open Friday 1-4 PM, Saturday 1-4PM

THE JIM BOB TINSLEY MUSEUM AND RESEARCH CENTER (828) 884-2347

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Dining

Fishing
The State Fish Hatchery and Center for Wildlife Education (828) 877-4423

FISHING TACKLE SUPPLIERS
Davidson River Outfitters: (828) 887-4181
Harmony Korner: (828) 884-5993
Kmart: (828) 884-6024
One Stop III: (828) 884-8989
Marcum's Buck & Bass: (828) 883-8332
Shook's Field & Stream Outfitters and Guides: (828) 887-4574
Wal-Mart: (828) 885-7900

STOCKED LAKE FISHING
Back Road Fishing Hole: (828) 884-7123
Double D's Catfishing Resort: (828) 884-6823
Morgan Mill Trout Fishing Resort: (828) 884-6823

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Forest Activities
Pisgah National Forest Ranger Station Visitors Center - for basic information on forest activities and attractions (828) 298-0398

Cradle of Forestry (828) 877-3130

Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education
Next to Fish Hatchery, Pisgah National Forest
PO Box 1600
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
(828) 877-4423
Daily presentations, group programs, special events

A listing of areas in the Pisgah National Forest

Sycamore Flats Area
(US 276, near the entrance from the community of Pisgah Forest) Includes Sycamore Flats Picnic Area, Ranger Station/Visitor Center, Forest Heritage Scenic Byway, Schenck Job Corps Center, Davidson River Campground, English Chapel, White Pines Group Camp and Coon Tree Picnic Area.

Looking Glass Rock Area
(the area formed by the loop of US 276, Forest Road 475 and Forest Road 475B) Includes Looking Glass Rock, Looking Glass Falls, Sliding Rock, Pisgah Fish Hatchery, Wildlife Education Center.

Pink Beds Area
(US 276, about 2 miles south of the Blue Ridge Parkway) Includes the Cradle of Forestry in America Forest Discovery Center.

Blue Ridge Parkway Area
following the Pisgah Ridge to the Balsam Mountains, this is one of the highest elevation regions of the Parkway. Includes Mt. Pisgah, Graveyard Fields, Shining Rock Wilderness, and Devil's Courthouse.

Lake Powhatan Area
(accessed from NC 191 near where it crosses the Blue Ridge Parkway) Includes Lake Powhaten day-use area and campground.

North Mills River Area
(accessed from NC 1345 off of NC 191/280 near the community of Mills River) Includes North Mills River campground and picnic area.

Sunburst Area
(NC 215 north of the Blue Ridge Parkway) Includes Middle Prong Wilderness and Sunburst Campground.

Cove Creek Area
(access from NC 215, between Rosman, NC and Blue Ridge Parkway)

Pisgah District Forest Ranger Station
for basic information on forest activities and attractions (828) 877-3265

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Golf
Golfing in the mountain region of North Carolina was established by the early 1900's. Many vacationers and health spa visitors helped spread the word about the cool and pleasant summer climate. The mountainous terrain is reminiscent of the Scottish Highlands where golf originated.
 
Place yourself on a lushly landscaped course surrounded by over 100 mountain ridges over a mile high, natural waterfalls, brooks and impressive rock outcroppings. You won't just enjoy the sport but the awesome wonder of mountain vistas.

Compared to "flatland" golfing, the courses are pleasantly challenging. You'll have an opportunity to practice your narrow fairway strategy as well as hard drive power golfing.  

Guide Services

Rock Climbing Guide Services
Climbmax Climbing Center (828) 252-9996
Looking Glass Outfitters (828) 884-5854
High Mountain Adventures (828) 696-7955

Waterfall tours
Millers Waterfall Tours 800-809-1401, 828-884-8982 www.tourwaterfalls.com

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Herbs, Flowers

Gaia Herb Farm Tours a 2 hour walking tour (828) 883-4074	Extended Garden Herb Farm (828) 883-5656
Owens Orchids (828) 877-3313 back to top >>	Master Gardeners (828) 884-3239

Hiking, Rock Climbing
 

Hiking Outfitters Looking Glass Outfitters (828) 884-5854 back to top >>

Backcountry Outdoors (828) 884-4262

Historical Attractions

Carl Sandburg National Historical Home (828) 693-4178

Jim Bob Tinsley Museum and Research Center (828) 884-2437

The Allison Deaver House - The oldest framed house in Western North Carolina (828) 884-5137
Open Friday 1-4 PM, Saturday 1-4 PM

The Biltmore House, Asheville (828) 274-6333

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Horseback Riding
 

Augur Hole (828) 966-4801	Earthshine Mountain Lodge (828) 883-8258
Etowah Valley Stables (828) 891-3304	Pisgah Forest Stables (828) 883-8258
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Mountain Biking

Comments from "Mountain Biking in NC"

Mountain biking in the Pisgah National Forest, North Carolina

Pisgah is HUGE!
I had a chance to go ride there recently and was only able to ride a minuscule amount of it, but what I did ride...was awesome. First off, pick up a book entitled "Off the Beaten Track: Volume II A Guide to Mountain Biking in Western North Carolina" by Jim Parham. This book gives a detailed account of Pisgah and the trails.

More information is at The Pisgah Ranger Station Pisgah Ranger District

1001 Pisgah HWY
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
(828) 877-3265

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Pisgah Forest Trails
 

Avery Creek 3.2 miles Bear Branch 1.3 miles Bennet Gap 2.9 miles Big Creek 4.9 miles Black Mountain 9.8 miles Bradley Creek 5.1 miles Buckhorn Gap 4.6 miles Buckwheat Knob 1.5 miles Butter Gao 2.7 miles Campground Connector 0.7 miles Caney Bottom Loop 2.0 miles Cantrell Creek 1.9 miles Old Cantrell Creek Lodge 7.2 miles Case Camp Ridge 1.7 miles Cemetery Loop 1.2 miles Daniel Ridge 4.0 Miles Deerfield Loop 0.8 miles Homestead 1.0 miles Horse Cove Gap 0.8 miles Ivestor Gap 2.0 miles Laurel Creek 1.8 miles Laurel Mtn. 7.4 miles Laurel Mtn. Connector 1.0 miles Long Branch 2.5 miles Middle Fork 1.8 miles Mullinax 1.2 miles North Mills River 2.0 miles North Slope 4.5 miles

Perry Cove 1.2 miles Pilot Cove Slate Rock Loop 5.3 miles Pilot Rock 3.6 miles Pine Tree Loop 2.0 miles Pine Beds Loop North 2.5 miles Riverside 3.1 miles Explorer Loop 3.0 miles Farlow Gap 3.1 miles Flat Laural Creek 3.7 miles Fletcher Creek 2.4 miles Grass Road 1.0 miles Graveyard Ridge 1.0 miles Sleepy Gap 1.0 miles South Mills River 12.1 miles Spencer Branch 2.3 miles Spencer Gap 1.6 miles Squirrel Gap 7.5 miles Summey Cove 2.0 miles Sycamore Cove 3.2 miles Thrift Cove 3.8 miles Trace Ridge 3.1 Miles Turkey Pen Gap 5.5 miles Upper Avery Creek 1.0 miles Vineyard Gap 3.3 miles Wash Creek 1.0 mile

Asheville is a very cycle-friendly community. A number of bike shops are located right in town, and there are plenty of local riders as well as a general acceptance of cycling among the driving public. It's easy to start a ride downtown and just minutes later find yourself in vastly different rural and scenic surroundings. Access to the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway is easy and virtually immediate. The
weather, the views, the local flora and the traffic all change with the seasons, so the same route may be experienced quite differently depending on when it is ridden.

It would be impossible to describe cycling in the Asheville area without devoting some space to the topography. There are flat rides, there are rolling rides and there are mountainous rides, but don't forget -- this is the heart of the Blue Ridge. Elevations start at around 1,600 feet and range to as high as 6,500 feet. Rides local cyclists consider "flat" are sometimes quite hilly and challenging to those used to level, lowland riding. An equally important aspect of the Asheville area is its climate. You can ride on the road year-round, as there are few very hot or very cold days. Temperatures range widely throughout the year and can vary dramatically with changes in altitude. Sunny, 60 to 70 degree days may occur anytime throughout the winter, although the 30 to 40 degree range is more common, and a few deep freezes are always expected. Spring and fall are generally moderate and summers can be quite warm with a notable increase in humidity, but the area is significantly less humid than the surrounding lowlands. You can also expect isolated thunderstorms in spring and summer, even on sunny days. They are most common in late afternoon -- appearing out of nowhere and usually passing just as quickly.

Autumn, with its cooler days, makes for delightful riding. It's also very popular with touring motorists. The "leaf season" lasts several weeks, because the changes in altitude result in color changes starting early and ending much later. An autumn ride may start in green trees and ascend through brilliant colors, topping out at bare-branches in the upper elevations. However, extra caution for riding is require since so many additional autos are on the roads and drivers are sometimes concentrating on the foliage as much as the driving.

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Ropes Courses and Zipline Courses

Earthshine Mountain Lodge
Route 1, Golden Road
Lake Toxaway, NC 28747
(828) 862-4207

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Spas:
Brevard Athletic Club and Day Spa (828)-883-3005 Website: http://www.BrevardAthleticClub.com 

Rainbow Lake Resort guests have access to the Brevard Athletic Club, only ten minutes away, for $5.00 per person per day. It offers 5 gyms, indoor and outdoor pools, steam, sauna, Jacuzzi, and more. Tennis, racquetball, massage, facials and full day spa amenities for additional fees.

Grove Park Inn Resort and Spa, Asheville (828)-252-2711 Website: http://www.Groveparkinn.com

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Sightseeing

Pisgah National Forest (also see: Forest Activities)

Parks in Brevard:
Davidson River Picnic Areas
Hap Simpson Park
Champion Park
Franklin Park
The Blue Ridge Parkway

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Tennis:

Brevard Athletic Club (828) 883-3005, see "Spas"

Public tennis vourts at Silvermont Mansion
Transylvania Department of Parks and Recreation (828) 884-3156

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Watersports

Swimming Brevard Athletic Club - indoor and outdoor pools, see "Spas"

Brevard Municipal Pool - Franklin Park Pool (828) 884-6959
County-Champion Park Pool - Rosman (828) 884-7977

Brevard College indoor pool - college gym

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Rafting/Canoeing/Tubing:

Headwaters Outfitters (828) 877-3106

Whitewater rafting services:

Adventurous Fast Rivers Rafting (800) 438-7238	Carolina Outfitters (800) 468-7238
Cherokee Adventures (800) 455-7238	French Broad Rafting (800) 842-3189
Nantahala Outdoor Center (800) 232-7238	Southern Waterways (800) 232-1970
USA Raft (in NC) (800) 872-7238 (outside NC) (800) USA-RAFT

RIVER CLASSIFICATIONS

Class I: Small rapids with low waves. Passages clear and course easily determined.

Class II: Frequent rapids of medium difficulty. Course is easily determined with passages clear.

Class III: Large waves up to four feet numerous but available. Rapids with narrow but clear passages. Scouting usually needed.

Class IV: Long rapids that require intricate maneuvering. Powerful, irregular waves and dangerous rocks. Course is hard to determine. Scouting is necessary.

Class V: Long and violent rapids. Large waves that are unavoidable and irregular. Extremely complex course. Scouting is essential.

Class VI: Extremely difficult. Nearly impossible and very dangerous. Class V carried to extremes. Involves risk of life.

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