Experiences
Pick your kind of fun.
Waterfalls, hikes, lakes, rivers, scenic drives, mountain towns, festivals, and every good reason to load up the car — curated across the Southern Appalachians.
5 experiences
AnchorLakes & Rivers
Lake James State Park
Nebo, NC
Mountain lake state park with boating, swimming, hiking, paddling, and beach access.
AnchorState & National Parks
South Mountains State Park
Connelly Springs, NC
Large state park with hiking, mountain scenery, trout streams, and High Shoals Falls.
AnchorWaterfallsModerate
Catawba Falls
Old Fort, NC
Multi-tier waterfall east of Asheville.
Lakes & Rivers
Lake James
Nebo, NC
Clear foothills lake at the eastern edge of the Blue Ridge with a popular state park.
Hiking & TrailsEasy
Catawba Falls Trail
Old Fort, NC
Popular waterfall hike near Old Fort with improved trail access.
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