Visit Waterfalls Travel Planner by Dena Snyder

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the perfect backdrop for your next adventure. This guide is designed to help you discover all the natural wonders, exciting attractions, historic sites and unique events that await you in Transylvania County. We look forward to your visit!

Contents Outdoor Adventure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Arts & Culture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Downtown Brevard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Wildlife . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Accommodations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Campgrounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Outdoor Directory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Arts & Culture Directory . . . . . . . . . . 28 Summer Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Special Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 About the Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Waterfall Hunting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . 32

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Over fifty percent of the land in Transylvania is publicly owned and protected, ensuring that you’ll have the chance to enjoy some of the Southeast’s most extraordinary natural landscapes. There’s no better base camp for your outdoor adventure. Pisgah National Forest

Outdoor Adventure

Gorges State Park Straddling the high ledges of the Jocassee Gorge, this lush park is actually a temperate rain forest that supports an impressive roster of rare plant and animal species. Recent improvements have made Gorges more accessible, making it easier for visitors to explore its breathtaking waterfalls and dramatic topography.

Encompassing over 88,000 acres in Transylvania County, Pisgah National Forest serves as the gateway for outdoor adventurers of every stripe. Don’t miss such memorable destinations as Looking Glass Rock, Looking Glass Falls and Sliding Rock.

DuPont State Forest Spanning over 10,000 acres of rolling hills and rocky crags, DuPont is home to some of Transylvania County’s most exciting climbing, biking and hiking opportunities. DuPont also features such dramatic waterfalls as High Falls, Triple Falls and Bridal Veil Falls. 4

Outdoor Adventure

Rock Climbing Simply put, we offer some of the best climbing in the Southeast, whether you’re a novice or an experienced climber. The massive granite face of Looking Glass Rock, one of the largest monoliths in North America, offers two- to eight-stage climbs of up to 600 feet. Another great spot is Cedar Rock, offering one- to threepitch climbs of up to 400 feet.

Biking Transylvania County is home to some of the finest cycling in North America. But don’t take our word for it. Eavesdrop on any conversation between serious bikers and you’ll hear Transylvania mentioned with the same reverence as Whistler and Moab. Between Pisgah and DuPont you can explore hundreds of miles of single-track. Road bikers will enjoy plentiful chances to hit the asphalt on a variety of twisty, challenging roads.

Fishing Brook Trout. Brown Trout. Rainbow Trout. Small-mouthed Bass. Musky. You don’t have to be a zoologist to admire the fish swimming through our lakes, rivers and streams, but you’ll need a rod to catch one. Local outfitters offer private streams and solitude for those seeking a trophy fish, while multiple public locations provide beginners and experts alike material for their next whopper of a fish tale.

FOX MOUNTAIN GUIDES & CLIMBING SCHOOL We offer rock climbing adventures for absolute beginners through advanced with all equipment provided. Open year round for full and half day climbing and rappelling trips in the Brevard area. We cater to individuals, families and groups. The Southeast’s only AMGA Accredited Guide Service. 3228 Asheville Highway, Pisgah Forest, NC 28768 1-888-284-8433 • foxmountainguides.com

Hiking Our 1000+ miles of trails give hikers of all ages and skill levels the chance to take a turn on the road less traveled. These trails and footpaths meander through the pristine forests and ridges of Gorges, DuPont and Pisgah. Maps and guidebooks are recommended so you can determine whether your walk in the woods will involve camping gear and a serious climb or a picnic basket and a casual ramble.

Horseback Riding There’s no better place to saddle up than Transylvania County. Equestrians return year after year to the beautiful trails and roads in Pisgah, DuPont and Gorges. For a fun new family adventure, check out our list of local stables.

HAMPTON INN BREVARD At Hampton Inn Brevard, we make sure you get a clean, comfortable room, and still have plenty left over for that shopping spree. When the fun is done, fuel up all over again at our free breakfast bar. Free, don’t you just love that word? Now offering free wireless high speed internet. 275 Forest Gate Dr., Pisgah Forest, NC 28768 1-800-HAMPTON • www.hamptoninnbrevard.com

Outdoor Adventure

Canoeing, Kayaking & Tubing For those looking to get their feet wet, Transylvania County’s many rivers, streams, lakes and waterways can cast you off onto a whole other avenue of adventure. The swift waters of the French Broad allow paddlers to follow the river as far as the current and their paddles will take them. For those looking for a rockier ride, Transylvania’s tributary rivers offer exciting whitewater during high water.

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES

Camping Transylvania County’s hundreds of thousands of acres of protected park and forest lands house numerous campsites. From intimate glens deep in the forest to largescale public campgrounds with ample parking, picnic areas and hot showers, we’ve got your ideal spot under the stars.

OP TAYLOR’S

Suites are available with kitchenettes, microwaves, jacuzzi, refrigerators, coffee makers, hair dryers, irons and ironing boards. Newly renovated 2010!

“Coolest Toy Store on the Planet”

•Free hot breakfast bar •Fitness room

828-883-2309 • www.optaylors.com

•Free local calls

•Heated pool

•Free wireless high speed internet 2228 Asheville Hwy, Brevard, NC 28712 1-800-HOLIDAY • www.hiexbrevard.com

Now in 3 locations, Visit the original location at 2 South Broad Street, Brevard, NC 28712

Arts & Culture Arts & Culture

From the first brilliant brushstroke on a local painter’s canvas to the stirring conclusion of a grand symphony, Transylvania County’s artists and performers provide visitors countless opportunities to enjoy a level of creativity as exceptional and varied as its mythic landscape. There’s a little something for everyone, whimsical, studied or sublime, no matter where your flight of fancy may lead you. Scenic 276 South Fine Art & Craft Corridor This corridor encompasses a 13-mile stretch beginning just south of Brevard and ending at the NC/SC line. Showcasing art galleries, working and teaching studios, shops, charming lodgings, home-style dining and fresh local produce, Scenic 276 South is a great way to discover the artistry inspired by our mountains. 10

Arts & Culture

Brevard Music Festival For 75 years, The Brevard Music Center has brought together today’s most celebrated musical talents and tomorrow’s brightest stars for seven weeks on its lush 150-acre campus. The results are legendary. Each year, the Festival features over 80 incomparable performances ranging from jazz to Broadway musicals to opera.

Paul Porter Center for the Performing Arts Nestled on the idyllic campus of Brevard College, the Porter Center is an acoustic marvel of a theater with a regular schedule of top-tier events. The Porter Center stage spotlights the Brevard College Theater and Music Departments, the Brevard Philharmonic, the Transylvania Choral Society and concerts affiliated with the Brevard Music Festival.

GLASS FEATHER STUDIO GALLERY Established in 1982. An unforgettable mountaintop shopping adventure in an enchanted forest. Come feel the Magic! glassfeather.com • 828-885-8457 200 Glass Feather Dr., Brevard/Cedar Mountain, NC 28718

Sculpture Walk Brevard’s public sculpture project celebrates animals of the region and showcases the artists who created the distinctive pieces. Throughout downtown Brevard, 16 lifesize sculptures depict native animals in a variety of materials.

MAIN STREET LTD Experience our dazzling array of treasures, delights and imaginative gifts. We are your must-stop shopping showcase in Brevard! Open 7 days a week! Our customized camp care packages offer the latest & greatest trends in “Kid Fun.” We specialize in care packages for all occasions. Send your love today with a Camp Pac! 147 E. Main St, Brevard, NC 28712 • 828.884.4974 • www.camppacs.com

Downtown Brevard

Hit the streets of downtown Brevard and you’ll see all the familiar touchstones of a classic small town. The old-fashioned soda shop. The 1930s-era movie theater. The locally-owned hardware store. But you’ll also find cutting-edge galleries, boutiques and bistros that would feel right at home in SoHo. In fact, Brevard was recently named the “newest arts hub in Western North Carolina” by Blue Ridge Country. So take a stroll. And discover how hip a small town can be.

MORGAN MOUNTAIN RETREAT 50 secluded (but not remote) heavily-forested acres, with a beautiful waterfall…perched on the top of Morgan Mountain (outside Rosman, NC). 1,500 sqft home with fully equipped kitchen, central heat and A/C, internet, 46” HDTV, DirecTV and more. 717.926.0342 • morganmountain.com • info@morganmountain.com

Fourth Friday Gallery Walks There’s no better way to get a feel for downtown Brevard than through this monthly celebration of art, food, music and wine. These popular Gallery Walks happen every fourth Friday from April through December, with galleries remaining open until 9 pm. It’s a great way to see the work of local artists and meet new friends!

D.D. BULLWINKEL’S Discover casual clothing for mountain living, outdoor gear, handcrafted pottery, jewelry, gifts and local souvenirs. 828-862-4700 www.ddbullwinkels.com

M OOSE TRACKS Footwear, travel & accessories! 828-862-4720 • 22 W. Jordan St., Brevard www.Moosetracksnc.com

ROCKY’S SODA SHOP

Sit at our old-fashioned lunch counter and enjoy authentic 1950s Americana! Sandwiches, salads, soups and ice cream! 828-877-JERK • 50 South Broad St., Brevard, NC 28712 • www.Rockysnc.com

History

A sense of place often derives from a sense of its past. Transylvania County’s history brings together Native American folklore and the stalwart spirit of early mountaineers with some of the great visionaries of the gilded age. The various historical sites and museums throughout the county attest to the indelible imprint these men and women made upon the heart, soul and spirit of the community. From the carefully collected artifacts of the Transylvania Heritage Museum to the grand ideas about conservation that grew out of the Cradle of Forestry, visitors may find the seeds of the future in the relics of our past. Transylvania Heritage Museum

History

Located in Downtown Brevard, this museum works to preserve the historical heritage of Transylvania County and its families through educational programs, collections of artifacts, and heritage/cultural activities.

Cradle of Forestry This is where the first forestry school in America was founded in the early 1900s, thanks to the vision of George Vanderbilt. Walk down lush forest trails to historic cabins, climb aboard a real logging train and, at the Forest Discovery Center, learn how the modern forest conservation movement took root by exploring hands-on exhibits and watching a fascinating new film.

The Allison-Deaver House

BRADLEY CREEK FALLS “For a mountain top experience” •Bed & Breakfast •Weddings •Vacation Rentals •Family Reunions •Conference Room •Corporate Retreats We accommodate up to 42 people and we have a conference room/event center that can seat 70 people along with outdoor seating areas up to 150. (352) 267-9189•925 Pine Shore Dr. Brevard, NC 28712 www.bradleycreekfalls.com

Nestled in the Pisgah National Forest on NC 280, the historic Allison-Deaver House provides visitors a rare glimpse into the life in Transylvania in the early 19th Century. Its grounds and gardens offer picnic spots and event spaces throughout the year.

The Silvermont Mansion This gracious 33-room Greek Revival Mansion is located four blocks east of the courthouse on Main Street. The Silvermont Mansion makes a great place to relax with its manicured grounds, gazebo, playground, walking paths and Thursday night bluegrass jams on its ample front porch from 7:30-10:00pm.

Wildlife Brevard’s legendary white squirrels might have earned their own personal festival, but they’re certainly not the only wildlife inhabiting the fields, forests, rivers and streams of Transylvania County. Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education Located in Pisgah National Forest, the center offers a fascinating look at how wildlife and the natural environment relate to human events and activities. The center’s exhibits include wildlife conservation areas and aquariums containing regional aquatic species. The Center also offers a wide variety of workshops and programs throughout the year.

Bobby N. Setzer State Fish Hatchery

DAVIDSON RIVER OUTFITTERS The Southeast’s premier fly fishing outfitters as featured on ESPN, The Sportsman’s Channel, and the Outdoor Life Network. Davidson River Outfitters is a full service fly shop, outfitting all of your needs for freshwater, saltwater and destination fly fishing adventures. Offering float and wade trips for smallmouth, trout and musky. Beginner to advanced on-the-water instruction over half, full and multiple days. Located at the entrance to Pisgah National Forest 95 Pisgah Hwy, Pisgah Forest, NC 28768 • 828-877-4181• 888-861-0111 • davidsonflyfishing.com

Wildlife

The state’s largest trout hatchery is right next door to the Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education and gives visitors a chance to see how brook, brown and rainbow are transformed from “fingerlings” to a fly fishermen’s obsession. A fun and educational stop for all ages.

PISGAH CENTER FOR WILDLIFE EDUCATION Tour our Exhibits Walk our Trails Feed the Fish Wildlife education programs for the public and groups are also available. For more information visit our website at ncwildlife. org or call 828-877-4423. Open Mon. - Sat., 8 am - 4:45 pm Free admission Located in Pisgah National Forest

Dining Innovative fusion cuisine. Classic WNC barbecue. Rich, Charlestoninspired fine dining. Fresh local rainbow trout. Milkshakes from an old-fashioned drive-in. Our mouthwatering options will tempt your taste buds and please your palette. Asian Cuisine Fuji Yama: 828-884-4002 New China Restaurant: 828-884-8958 Pad Thai: 828-883-9299 SORA Japanese Restaurant: 828-883-9808 Twin Dragons Grand Buffet: 828-883-3197

Barbeque Hawg Wild Bar-B-Que: 828-887-4404 Old Hickory House: 828-862-5832

Cafés, Pastry Shops & Sandwiches

Brown Trout Mountain Grille: 828-877-3474 Falls Landing Restaurant: 828-884-2835 Hob Nob: 828-966-4662 Jordan Street Café: 828-883-2558 Marco Trattoria: 828-883-4841 Osteria Del Monte (opens in May): 828-883-2551 Overlook Dining Room: 828-884-5622 The Pisgah Inn (late March - Nov. 1): 828-235-8228 The Quarry: 828-877-2244 The Square Root: 828-884-6171 Toxaway House Family Restaurant: 828-966-9226

Dining

Bracken Mountain Bakery: 828-883-4034 Blue Ridge Bakery: 828-883-8444 Brighter Day Coffee: 828-884-2739 French Broad Café: 828-884-9983 Hallelujah Natural Foods & Deli (May - Sept.): 828-884-3777 Mayberry’s: 828-862-8646 Poppies Market Café: 828-885-5494 Quotations: 828-883-8966 Sunrise Café: 828-884-3331

Fine Dining

Homestyle Cooking & Steakhouses

APPALACHIAN HAVENS Offering the finest in rustic lodging. Secluded mountain cabin and barnhouse cabin. 6 miles to downtown Brevard. Close to all the fun mountain activities: hiking, horseback riding, fly fishing, shopping and more. Cabins are 2BR/2BA (sleeps 6), with satellite TV, DVD, gas fireplace, gas grill, fully equipped kitchen, porches, WiFi, and access to pool, gym, golf course & lakes. 305 Piney Woods Dr, Brevard, NC 28712 • 828-884-6712 www.appalachianhavens.com • alaurelhaven@yahoo.com

Country Skillet, Rosman: 828-884-7605 Gatekeeper’s Table: 828-877-2200 Grammy’s Restaurant: 828-884-5272 Homestyle Chicken Express: 828-884-2731 Pisgah Fish Camp: 828-877-3129 Sagebrush Steakhouse: 828-966-4767

Ice Cream Parlors Central Station Express: 828-884-2731 Daggie’s: 828-884-7433 Dolly’s Dairy Bar: 828-862-6610 Kiwi Gelato: 828-877-4659 Love That Yogurt: 828-884-7600 Rocky’s Soda Shop: 828-877-5375

Irish Cuisine Dugan’s Pub: 828-862-6527

Mexican Cuisine Cielito Lindo: 828-884-5757 Crazy Donkey Mexican Grille: 828-862-8091 El Chapala: 828-877-5220 El Ranchero: 828-883-4000 Pescado’s Burritos: 828-884-5559 3 Caballeros: 828-883-8115

Pizza Big Mike’s: 828-884-3663 Domino’s Pizza: 828-883-3070 Jet’s Pizza: 828-883-2888 Pizza Hut: 828-884-4041 Riverside Pizza: 828-862-4223

Short Order & Fast Food

CABINS AT SEVEN FOXES

Dining

Arby’s: 828-883-8328 Brevard Delicatessen: 828-877-3663 Burger King: 828-884-6002 Cardinal Drive-In: 828-884-7085 The Clock: 828-884-4010 Daggie’s: 828-884-7433 Galloway’s Subs & More: 828-966-9300 The Grill Room at Connestee Falls: 828-877-3977 Harmony Korner: 828-884-5993 Henry’s: 828-884-8658 Huddle House: 828-884-2726 Julie’s Subs & More (Brevard): 828-884-4718 Julie’s Subs & More (Rosman): 828-884-4777 McDonald’s: 828-884-2244 Rocky’s Soda Shop: 828-877-5375 Sonic Drive-In: 828-883-8228 Subway, Rosman Highway: 828-884-7827 Subway of Pisgah Forest: 828-885-7958 Taco Bell: 828-883-5838 Wendy’s: 828-884-7901 Zaxby’s: 828-884-7071

ADVENTURE VILLAGE Magical Mountain Experience! More than you expect! Beautiful private wooded setting Open year round Pet friendly

Seven Foxes Lane off of Slick Fisher Rd • PO Box 123, Lake Toxaway, NC 28747 828-877-6333 • www.sevenfoxes.com • cabins@sevenfoxes.com

From Camping Cabins to Jacuzzi Suites. Affordable accommodations and outdoor adventure all in one.

•Cabins •Playground •Swimming Pool

•Biking & hiking •Camping •Fishing

Adventure Village And Lodgings Please visit our website for more information: 828-862-5411• www.theadventurevillage.com 129 Israel RD Brevard, NC 28712

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Resorts Earthshine Mountain Lodge 1600 Golden Rd., Lake Toxaway, 28747 • 828-862-4207 • earthshinelodge.com Greystone Inn Greystone Lane, Lake Toxaway, 28747 • 828-966-4700 • greystoneinn.com

Hotels & Motels Hampton Inn 275 Forest Gate Dr., Pisgah Forest, 28768 • 828-883-4800 hamptoninnbrevard.com Holiday Inn Express 2228 Asheville Hwy., Brevard, 28712 • 828-862-8900 • brevardexpress.com Mt. Toxaway Motel & Cottages 18825 Rosman Hwy., Sapphire, NC • 28774 • 828-966-4582 The Pisgah Inn Milepost 408.6 Blue Ridge Pkwy. • 828-235-8228 • pisgahinn.com RODEWAY INN 210 Asheville Hwy., Brevard, 28712 • 828-862-4200 • rodeway1.com Sunset Motel 415 South Broad St., Brevard, 28712 • 828-884-9106 • thesunsetmotel.com

Bed & Breakfasts

BRADLEY CREEK FALLS B&B 925 Pine Shore Rd., Brevard, 28712 • 352-267-9189 • bradleycreekfalls.com Inn at Brevard 315 East Main St., Brevard, 28712 • 828-884-2105 • theinnatbrevard.com The Inn on Main Street 243 W Main St., Brevard, 28712 • 828-884-4770 • theinnonmainstreet.com Key Falls Inn 151 Everett Rd., Pisgah Forest, 28768 • 828-884-7559 • keyfallsinn.com Pines Country Inn 1780 Hart Rd., Pisgah Forest, 28768 • 828-877-3131 The Red House Inn 266 W. Probart St., Brevard, 28712 • 828-884-9349 brevardbedandbreakfast.com Red Lion Inn 4259 Pickens Hwy, Rosman, 28772 • 828-884-6868 The Sassy Goose 1844 Reasonover Rd., Cedar Mountain, 28718 • 828-966-9493 • sassygoose.com

5 Stoney Brook Cottage Stoney Brook Lane, Penrose, NC 28786 • 888-868-1779 cranmorecottages.com/Stoney_Brook.html 6 Driftwood Cottage 828-884-4429 • bear8.com 22 Times Arcade 22 Times Arcade Alley, Brevard, 28712 • 828-553-5070 homeaway.com/229911 A Bear’s Rest 534 Moons Rest Lane, Brevard, 28712 • 863-660-7772 • abearsrest.net A Lakefront Mountain Retreat 561-582-5214 • vrbo.com/143907 A Loft at the Heart of Brevard 26 S. Broad St., Brevard, 28712 • 828-553-3236 • aloftinbrevard.com A Mountain Loft 8394 Greenville Hwy., Brevard, 28712 • 828-808-5767 A Partridge Nest 828-884-7892 • thepartridgenest.com A Serenity Mountain HOUSE WITH STREAMS & WATERFALL 864-980-3349 • vrbo.com/134081 Adele’s In-Town Retreat 434-981-6756 • vrbo.com/231105 ADVENTURE VILLAGE CABINS 129 Israel Rd., Brevard, 28712 • 828-862-5411 • theadventurevillage.com Annie’s Russelin’ Leaves Cabins 344 Talley Rd., Penrose, 28766 • 828-553-5147 • russelinleaves.com Appalachian havens Brevard, NC. • 828-884-6712 • appalachianhavens.com Ash Grove MOUNTAIN Cabins & Camping 749 East Fork Rd., Brevard, 28712 • 828-885-7216 • ash-grove.com At the Ridge Fishing Cabin 563 N.C. 215, Balsam Grove, 28708 • 828-877-2172 • attheridge.com Barton’s River Bungalow 828-736-2173 • Brevard, NC BEST OF ALL WORLDS 448 Three Mile Knob, Pisgah Forest, 28768 • 786-586-8665 homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p246787 Big Branch Cabins, LLC 15 Briar Patch Lane, Brevard, 28712 • 828-885-2972 • bigbranchcabins.com BILL’S CREEK MOUNTAIN RETREAT Penrose area • 828-691-5301 Blue Arrow Cottage 59 Arrowhead Trail, Rosman, 28772 • 336-599-3358 •vrbo.com/228487 Blue Ridge Vistas 5475 East Fork Rd., Brevard, 28712 • 828-553-8879 • blueridgevistas.com Bradley Creek Falls Lodge & EVENT CENTER 925 Pine Shore Dr., Brevard, 28712 • 352-267-9189 • bradleycreekfalls.com Cabin at Bunyan Gap 542 Seldon Emerson Rd., Cedar Mountain, 28718 • 803-419-6694 Cabin at Jensen Mill 828-553-4517 • vrbo.com/172276 Cabin in the treeS Rosman • 843-412-8748 • vrbo.com/292486

Accommodations

Boulder Ridge 74 Lazy Branch Rd., Pisgah Forest, 28768 • 828-577-1848 boulderridgebedandbreakfast.com

Vacation Rentals

Cabins at Seven Foxes Seven Foxes Ln. off Slick Fisher Rd., Lake Toxaway, 28747 • 828-877-6333 sevenfoxes.com Cabins in Willoughby Woods 1800 Happy Acres Rd., Brevard, 28712 • 828-877-6247 cabinsinwilloughbywoods.com Canoe Point Lodge 44 Atsadi Court, Connestee Falls • 828-884-8847 • vrbo.com/118570 CHARLAIRE Connestee Falls Community, Brevard, 28712 • 703-356-7771 • vrbo.com/249214 CHEROKEE LODGE Lake Toxaway Golf Course • 404-664-1279 • vrbo.com/285671 Cherryfield Manor 514 Cherryfield Loop Rd. Brevard, 28712 • 828-966-9663 •cherryfieldmanor.com Circa 1850 Hubbard House East Fork Rd., Brevard, 28712 • 828-885-2227 • vrbo.com/13545 Condo on the Falls Lake Toxaway, Unit #2 • 941-792-5240 • vrbo.com/55621 Creekside Cottage Rosman, 28772 • 321-276-0746 • vrbo.com/72932 Deerwoode Lodge & Cabins 269 Riversedge Rd., Brevard, 28712 • 828-553-2597 • deerwooderentals.com Down to Earth Cottages 113 Starlight Circle, Brevard, 28712 • 828-884-7572 • downtoearthcottages.com Falls View at Toxaway 443-864-3440 • vrbo.com/79425 Getaway in Toxaway Laurel Hills Subdivision, Lake Toxaway, 28774 • 770-358-6592 laketoxawaylogcabin.com Grandmama’s House 1400 Old Hendersonville Hwy., Brevard, 28712 • 828-553-9677 brevardnc.net/grandmamas Greene Acre 1574 Becky Mountain Rd., Brevard, 28712 • 828-885-8212 • vrbo.com/181969

Homestead Farm South 1911 Everett Rd., Pisgah Forest, 28768 • 828-862-8286 • pisgahforestnc.com Key Falls Cabin 151 Everett Rd., Pisgah Forest, 28768 • 828-884-7559 • keyfallsinn.com/cabin Little Panther Tail 13 Little Panther Tail Rd., Lake Toxaway, 28747 • 828-966-4919 McCrary Cabins at DuPont State Forest DuPont Forest• 828-329-7709 • mccrarycabins.com Meadowside 2235 See Off Mountain Rd., Brevard, 28712 • 202-669-1329 brevardvacationrentals.com MOONSTRUCK Chalet Connestee Falls Community, Brevard, 28712 • 904-233-3924 Morgan Mountain Retreat 1180 Morgan Mountain Rd., Rosman, 28772 • 717-926-0342 • morganmountain.com Mountain Meadow Guest Cottage 3484 Pickens Hwy, Rosman, 28772 • 828-862-3396

Mountain Song 386-437-6403 • mountainsong.org Newhart Camp at Lake Toxaway Lake Toxaway, 28747 • 770-359-8558 • vrbo.com/53328 Once Moore 90 Surrey Lane, Sherwood Forest • 843-838-7913 • vrbo.com/115893 Point of View Becky Mountain Rd., Brevard, 28712 • 828-553-2456 • vrbo.com/166960 Rainbow Lake Resort 280 Rainbow Lake Dr., Brevard, 28712 • 828-862-5354 •rainbowlake.com River House 72 Poplar Lane, Pisgah Forest, 28768 • 828-884-7559 • keyfallsinn.com Rushing Water Cabins 40 Rushing Water Ln., Brevard, 28712 • 828-885-2226 • rushingwatercabins.com Spirit of the Mountains 828-885-8353 • spiritofthemountains.com Streamside Cabin 462 Streamside Dr., Brevard, 28712 • 828-490-4589 • vrbo.com/20503 TOXAWAY LAKEFRONT MOUNTAIN RETREAT 1-800-229-3629 ext.102 • toxawaylake.com Treehouse at Golden Pond 888-729-7329 • whitesquirrelshoppe.com Trout House Falls Vacation Rentals 704-691-2131 • trouthousefalls.com Valley View Cabin White Hickory Ln. (near DuPont State Forest) • 828-696-8779 828-233-1140 • valleyviewcabin.com

Rental Agencies Deer Ridge Property Management 7737 Greenville Hwy., Brevard, 28712 • 828-862-8134 • deerridgepm.com Hazel Fisher & ASSOCIATES 976 Blue Ridge Rd., Lake Toxaway, 28747 • 828-966-9012 • lake-toxaway-estates.com Hummingbird Realty Ltd. 425 Hwy. 64W, Sapphire, 28774 • 828-966-4737 • hummingbird-realty.com Lake Toxaway Company 100 Waterfall Cir., Lake Toxaway, 28747•800-443-0694• 828-966-4260 • laketoxaway.com Lake Toxaway Realty PO Box 189, Lake Toxaway, 28747 • 828-966-4029 • lake-toxaway.com/rentals.htm

Accommodations

Hilltop Cabin 462 Streamside Dr., Brevard, 28712 • 828-490-4589 • vrbo.com/20503

MountainS & MeadowS at Turkey Pen 350 Generation Pass, Pisgah Forest, 28768 • 828-329-8430 • mountainmeadownc.com

MOUNTAIN RENTALS 5388 Greenville Hwy., Brevard, 28712 • 828-884-8847 • tinyurl.com/mountainrental MOUNTAIN ViSTA REALTY Connestee Falls & Sherwood Forest • 828-883-2938 • mountainvistarealty.biz Residential Property Management & SALES 123 E. Main St., Ste 204B, Brevard, 28712 • 800-480-7761 • donnaterhune.com Susan Breedlove Properties 16096 Rosman Hwy., Lake Toxaway, 28747 • 828-966-4026 • breedloveproperties.com Toxaway Views, Inc. Toxaway Views #307, Lake Toxaway, 28747 • 828-966-9444 Into camping? See our listings on the next page.

Campgrounds Adventure Village: 828-862-5411 Ash Grove Mountain Cabins and Camping: 828-885-7216 At the Ridge Campin’ and Fishin’: 828-877-2172 Black Forest Family Camping Resort: 828-884-2267 Cascade Lake Campground: 828-877-4475

Ropes Course / Zip Line Davidson River Campground: 828-862-5960/877-444-6777 Lazy J Campground: 828-966-3834 Our 100 Acre Woods Campground: 828-398-0968 Outdoor Resorts of North Carolina: 888-466-9350 Panther Ridge RV Park: 828-966-9367 River Bend RV Park: 888-738-0092

Outdoor Directory Biking

Hiking & Camping

Blue Ridge Outdoor Rental: 828-577-5031 Pura Vida Adventures: 772-579-0005 Sycamore Cycles: 828-877-5790 The Hub: 828-884-8670

Backcountry Outdoors: 828-884-8670 Looking Glass Outfitters: 828-884-5854 Miller’s Land of Waterfalls Tours: 828-884-8982 Pura Vida Adventures: 772-579-0005

Educational Programs Cradle of Forestry: 828-877-3130 Earthshine Mountain Lodge:

828-862-4207 Gorges State Park: 828-966-9099 Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education & Fish Hatchery: 828-877-4423

Fishing

Guide Services: Davidson River Outfitters: 888-861-0111 Headwaters Outfitters: 828-877-3106 Fee Fishing: At the Ridge Campin’ and Fishin’ (trout): 828-877-2172 Salmonid Farms: 828-966-4604

Gem Mining Whitewater Equestrian Center: 828-966-9646 Log Cabin: 828-966-4273

Pisgah Forest Riding Stables: 828-883-8258 Whitewater Equestrian Center: 828-966-9646

Kayaking, Canoeing & Tubing Blue Ridge Outdoor Rental: 828-577-5031 Davidson River Rafting: 828-243-0522 Headwaters Outfitters: 828-877-3106 Pura Vida Adventures: 772-579-0005

Outdoor Clothing Backcountry Outdoors: 828-884-4262 D.D. Bullwinkel’s: 828-862-4700 Moose Tracks: 828-862-4720 Sports Spot: 828-877-6585

Parks & Forests Pisgah National Forest Ranger Station: 828-877-3265 Gorges State Park: 828-966-9099 DuPont State Forest: 828-877-6527

Rock Climbing Appalachian Mountain Institute: 828-553-6323 Brevard Rock Gym: 828-884-7625 Fox Mountain Guides & Climbing School: 888-28-GUIDE Looking Glass Outfitters: 828-884-5854 Pura Vida Adventures: 772-579-0005

Skate Park Zero Gravity Skatepark: 828-862-6700

Tennis, Golf & Pools Brevard Health & Raquet Club: 828-883-3005 Champion Park Pool (Public in Rosman): 828-884-7977 Connestee Falls: 828-885-2005 Glen Cannon Country Club: 828-883-8175

Waterfall Tours Miller’s Land of Waterfalls Tours: 828-884-8982 Pura Vida Adventures: 772-579-0005

Arts & Culture Directory Art Classes & Supplies

Studios & Galleries

Brush & Palette: 828-883-2160 Carwile-Dodson Studio: 828-884-5771 Charlotte’s Fibers Inc: 828-862-6886 Dave’s Stained Glass: 828-862-8554 Glass Feather Studio Gallery: 828-885-8457 Hemlocks Studio: 828-885-2831 Transylvania Community Arts Center: 828-884-2787

Brevard Community Band: 828-885-5456 Brevard Music Center: 828-884-2011 Brevard Orchestra Association: 828-884-4221 Brevard Philharmonic: 828-884-4221 Paul Porter Center: 828-884-8330 Transylvania Community Arts Center: 828-884-2787

Art & Soul Marketplace: 828-883-2787 Bluewood Gallery: 828-883-4142 Canter Woodworks: 828-885-2808 Carwile-Dodson Studio: 828-884-5771 Cedar Mountain Art Works: 828-884-5258 Cedar Mountain Pottery: 828-883-8347 Dave’s Stained Glass: 828-862-8554 Drew Deane Gallery: 828-877-5272 Duckpond Pottery: 828-883-4536 Gallery on Main: 828-885-7299 Glass Feather Studio Gallery: 828-885-8457 Gravy: 828-862-4900 Handcrafted Furniture by Kenneth Ayers: 828-883-3610 Mountain Forest Studio: 828-885-2149 Mud Dabbers Pottery: 828-884-5131 Muir Fine Arts & Restorations: 828-885-2787 Number 7 Fine Arts & Crafts Cooperative: 828-883-2294 Ray Byram Studio: 828-877-6509 Red Wolf Gallery: 828-862-8620 Spiers Gallery at Brevard College: 828-884-8188 Transylvania Community Arts Center: 828-884-2787 Twin Willows Studio: 828-877-4714

Art Organizations

Theatre

Museums & Historic Sites Allison Deaver House: 828-884-5137 Cradle of Forestry Forest Discovery Center: 828-877-3130 Transylvania Heritage Museum: 828-884-2347 Transylvania Historic Society: 828-884-5137 Silvermont Mansion: 828-884-3166

Music

Transylvania County Handcrafters Guild: 828-862-8554 Transylvania Community Arts Center: 828-884-2787

Brevard Little Theatre: 828-884-2587 Brevard Music Center: 828-884-2011 Coed Cinema: 828-883-2200 Paul Porter Center: 828-884-8330 Transylvania Community Arts Center: 828-884-2787

Outdoor & arts and Culture directories

Equipment & Licenses: Davidson River Outfitters: 828-877-4181 Headwaters Outfitters: 828-877-3106 K-Mart: 828-884-6024 Marcum’s Buck & Bass: 828-883-8332 McNeely’s Store - Ace Hardware & Rental: 828-966-4484 Wal-Mart: 828-885-7900

Horseback Riding

Earthshine Mountain Lodge: 828-862-4207

Franklin Park Pool (Public; in Brevard): 828-884-6959 Lake Toxaway Country Club: 828-966-4661 Mountain Range Golf Center: 828-885-2722 Sherwood Forest Golf Club: 828-884-7825 Transylvania Parks & Recreation: 828-884-3156

Summer Camps

For nearly 100 years, kids have arrived here armed with rucksacks, footlockers and stationery to spend their summers at one of our many noteworthy camps. So beloved are these summertime homesaway-from-home that many former campers return decades later to seek out the sacred spots where they first learned to dive, shoot an arrow, ride a horse, paddle a canoe and conquer homesickness. Coed Camps: Brevard Music Center, www.brevardmusic.org, 828-862-2100 Camp Buc, www.bucandfellowship.org, 864-288-5774 Eagle’s Nest Camp, www.enf.org, 828-877-4349 Gwynn Valley Camp, www.gwynnvalley.com, 828-885-2900 Ridge Haven, www.ridgehaven.org, 828-862-3916 The Wilds Christian Camp, www.wilds.org, 828-862-3916

Girls’ Camps:

Boys’ Camps: Camp Carolina, www.campcarolina.com, 828-884-2414 Camp Chosatonga, www.twofuncamps.com, 828-884-6834 Deep Woods Camp, www.deepwoodscamp.com, 828-885-2268 Camp High Rocks, www.highrocks.com, 828-885-2153

White squirrels, old-time music, vampires & witches. These are just a few of the things Transylvania County likes to celebrate. Everyone likes a good party and you’d be hard pressed to find a place quite as enthusiastic about throwing one. For specific dates & times, go to visitwaterfalls.com • Valentine’s Day Weekend Getaway (February) • Banff Mountain Film Festival (March) • Pisgah Fly Masters Fly Fishing Tournament (March) • Assault on the Carolinas Bike Ride (April) • 4th Friday Gallery Walks (April - December) • Tailgate Market (April - December) • Annual White Squirrel Festival (May) • Annual Squirrel Box Derby (May) • Arts & Culture Week (June/July) • Brevard Music Center Festival (June-August) • SAWA Pro Lumberjack Meet (June) • Summer Songcatcher Series at the Cradle (July) • Old Time Street Dances (July - September) • Fourth of July Festival & Fireworks (July) • Smokey Bear’s Birthday Party at the Cradle (August) • Porter Center for Performing Arts Season (August - May) • Scenic 276 South Studio Stroll (April and September) • Farm Fair (September) • Pisgah Mountain Bike Stage Race (September) • Mountain Song Festival (September) • Founder’s Day Festival (September) • Homecoming Weekend at Brevard College (October) • Halloweenfest in Downtown Brevard (October) • Old Time Music Competition (October) • Annual Christmas Parade & Twilight Tour (December)

Camps & Festivals

Camp Illahee, www.campillahee.com, 828-883-2181 Camp Kahdalea, www.twofuncamps.com, 828-884-6834 Camp Pisgah, www.girlscoutswnc.org, 828-862-4435 Keystone Camp, www.keystonecamp.com, 828-884-9125 Rockbrook Camp, www.rockbrookcamp.com, 828-884-6151

Special Events

About the Area A Thriving Community. Transylvania County is a growing community, popular with people of all ages. Visit and you’ll see why Rand McNally, the Wall Street Journal and National Geographic Traveler consistently name Transylvania County and Brevard as one of America’s top places to live, work and play. We’re just 30 miles southwest of Asheville, NC; 20 miles southwest of Hendersonville, NC; and just 60 miles north of the Greenville, SC area. The Asheville airport is just a 25-minute drive from Brevard via NC 280.

Waterfall Hunting Guide

Use the fold-out map in the back of this book to locate the spectacular waterfalls described in these pages.

Waterfalls In & Near DuPont State Forest 1. Hooker Falls GPS: 35.201944 N / 82.623889 W

Medical Resources:

Park at the Hooker Falls lot on Staton Rd. Walk around the gate and along the road. Bear left at the fork and proceed parallel to the river. Soon you’ll approach Hooker Falls on your left, one of the most well-known and accessible waterfalls in DuPont. The falls is at the site of a former grist mill, where Little River drops off a 13-foot ledge into Cascade Lake.

Conveniently located in Brevard, Transylvania Regional Hospital is a full service hospital, open 24/7. Over 100 active and consulting physicians serve the residents of Transylvania County. Call 828-884-9111.

Education: The Transylvania County School District includes four elementary schools, two middle schools, two high schools and one alternative school. Brevard is also home to Brevard College, a 4-year liberal arts college. Blue Ridge Community College provides occupational technical training and transfer programs. Both schools offer continuing education classes.

Geography and climate:

Population:

County land area: 379 sq. mi. Natl. Forest land area: 136 sq. mi. Lowest elevation: 1,265 ft. Highest elevation: 6,045 ft. Dntn. Brevard elevation: 2,200 ft. Annual average temp.: 54.9F Average January temp.: 37.9F Average June temp.: 71.9F Annual average rainfall: 80.0” Annual average snowfall: 6.2”

Transylvania County: 31,095 City of Brevard: 7,170 Town of Rosman: 593

2. Triple Falls GPS: 35.198889 N / 82.617500 W

From the Hooker Falls parking lot, cross over Staton Road, watching for traffic. Walk along the shoulder, cross the bridge and look for stepping stones that will take you down to the Little River. Take the trail running parallel to the river and hike upstream. The trail bends to the right and ascends 1000 feet up a steep slope. Triple Falls is on the left.

Property taxes: State: No state property tax. Transylvania Cty: $.540 per $100 City of Brevard: $.495 per $100 Town of Rosman: $.460 per $100 7.75% Sales Tax 4% Occupancy Tax on Lodging

3. High Falls GPS: 35.192778 N / 82.614444 W

From Triple Falls, High Falls is about a 15 minute walk upstream. Continue up the same trail until it intersects with High Falls Trail. Turn left and walk about 2000 feet parallel to the river. Go right at the next intersection (still High Falls Trail) and continue up the slope to High Falls. There is a trail at the bottom left of the falls. Steps to the right lead to High Falls shelter.

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4. Grassy Creek Falls GPS: 35.19518 N / 82.60858 W

From the Buck Forest parking on Sky Valley Road, walk up the road to the covered bridge and stay on Buck Forest Road for about .5 miles, passing the right turn for Conservation Rd. Cross Grassy Creek and turn left on Lake Imaging Trail (road). Continue for short distance to Grassy Creek Falls Trail on the left and follow it to the top of the falls.

5. Bridal Veil Falls

10. Slick Rock Falls GPS: 35.176944 N / 82.620833 W

Accessible from Hooker Falls parking lot, via High Falls or Reasonover Rd at the Fawn Lake parking lot. From High Falls shelter, continue to Covered Bridge Trail and turn left, then left on Buck Forest Rd Trail. Cross bridge. Turn right on Conservation Rd Trail. Walk 1.5 miles. Turn right on Bridal Veil Falls Trail, which ends near the falls in about ½ mile. From Reasonover Rd, park in the Fawn Lake lot. Walk Conservation Rd Trail to the airport runway. Continue on Conservation Rd Trail parallel to runway as it bears right toward Lake Julia. Pass barn on left. Take Bridal Veil Falls Trail to the falls. 4-mile round trip.

GPS: 35.293056 N / 82.797500 W

Drive 3.5 miles north from the Ranger Station to the first left (FS 475). Travel 1.5 miles to the gravel road intersection just beyond the Fish Hatchery. Turn right on Headwater Road (FS 475B). Travel 1.1 miles to a small pull-off on the right, at a trailhead with a bulletin board. Walk up steps and go 25 yards up trail to this 35-foot-high waterfall.

11. Cove Creek Falls GPS: 35.29454 N / 82.81773 W

6. Connestee Falls

Drive 3.5 miles north from the Ranger Station to the first left (FS 475; sign reads “Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education & Pisgah Forest Fish Hatchery”). Travel 1.5 miles to the gravel road intersection just beyond the Fish Hatchery. Follow this road to a parking area 1.5 miles past the Fish Hatchery. Follow the trail up stream and past meadow. Falls are on the right.

GPS: 35.163611 N / 82.731667 W

Travel south 5.5 miles from Brevard on US 276, where you will find a parking lot on the right. Walk to the back of the lot and follow a short path to the observation deck where you can view this impressive “double” falls, which has two sets of breathtaking cascades.

Pisgah National Forest Waterfalls

From Pisgah Ranger Station follow US Hwy. 276 North

7. Looking Glass Falls GPS: 35.296389 N / 82.768056 W

Follow US 276 north from the Ranger Station approximately 4 miles to one of the most photographed waterfalls in the United States. Parking is provided on the right side of the road. Steps lead to an observation deck at the bottom of the falls.

8. Moore Cove Falls GPS: 35.31297 N / 82.77875 W

Travel 5 miles north from the Ranger Station on US 276 to a concrete bridge with an adjoining wooden footbridge and bulletin board. Park on the paved right shoulder. Cross the stream via the footbridge and follow yellow blazes to this 50-foot cascade over a ledge. The hike is approximately 1 miie round trip.

9. Sliding Rock Falls GPS: 35.31815 N / 82.79151 W

Travel 6 miles north on US 276 from the Ranger Station. Turn left into the parking lot at the “Sliding Rock Recreation Area” sign. Sliding Rock cascades over a broad, smooth rock into a natural pool, making it one of Mother Nature’s most exciting thrill rides. Minimal usage fee.

12. Daniel Ridge Falls From the intersection of US 276/64 and US 280, drive north on US 276, entering Pisgah Forest. Go 5.2 miles. Turn left onto FS 475. Drive past the Pisgah Center For Wildlife Education and at 3.9 miles, you’ll find a large parking lot on the right. Go around gate and follow the road for .1 miles, crossing the Davidson River on the way. The trail forks to the left while the road makes a sharp turn right. Follow the road to the right. The road goes up, then levels out 100 yards before the falls.

BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY 13. Upper Falls, Second Falls & Yellowstone Falls Upper Falls: 35.318056 N / 82.867500 W Second Falls: 35.321667 N / 82.845278 W Yellowstone Falls: 35.323611 N / 82.841111 W

Drive 14 miles north from the Ranger Station on US 276. Travel south on the Blue Ridge Parkway for about 7 miles to Graveyard Fields Overlook just before MM419. The trailhead is at the north end of the parking lot. This 3.2-mile loop trail features the scenic Yellowstone Prong stream and enters Graveyard Fields with the Upper Falls, then passes over Second Falls and exits through Yellowstone Falls.

Highway 215

GPS: 35.221389 N / 82.861111 W

14. Courthouse Falls GPS: 35.27172 N / 82.89373 W

Drive 3.5 miles north from the Ranger Station to the first left turn (FS 475). Drive ~9.5 miles west on FS 475, SR 1327 and SR 1328 to NC 215. Turn right and go 2.6 miles on NC 215. Just before a small bridge, turn right on FS 140. Go 3 miles up FS 140 to Summey Cove trailhead, a small pull-off just beyond a creek crossing. Follow Courthouse Falls Trail .3 miles to the falls, which features a 45-foot drop into a large pool.

15. Lemon Falls

18. Bird Rock Falls From French Broad Falls and Mill Shoals, take the path leading downstream about .5 miles. You will pass many small falls and shoals on the way, so take the paths that lead down to the river as often as possible. Near the bottom of the trail, duck through the rhododendron and laurel to get back to the river. You will see Bird Rock Falls to your right. The flat area in front of the falls is a great place to sit and rest. Be careful as the rocks are slippery. This is private property. Living Waters Ministry maintains the trail and allows public access.

Toxaway Sapphire Area Take US 64 out of Brevard for 8.9 miles and turn right on NC 215. Go 6 miles and turn left on Macedonia Church Road. Drive .6 miles and pull off the road to the left on a grassy shoulder. The falls are hidden from view, but there is a short path down a steep embankment. Exercise caution as you negotiate the many moss-covered boulders to the stream bed.

19. Toxaway Falls GPS: 35.123333 N / 82.930833 W

From the intersection of Highways NC 215 and US 64, travel west on 64. Cross over the top of this 123 foot high waterfall just below Toxaway Dam.

16. Diamond Creek Falls Take US 64 west out of Brevard 8.9 miles. Turn right on NC 215. Go .8 miles and turn left on Diamond Creek Road (no sign). A high-clearance or 4-wheel drive vehicle is recommended since this gravel road has a small stream that crosses it at approximately .7 miles. Go a total of 1.4 miles on Diamond Creek Road to view the falls on left side of road.

20. Turtleback, Rainbow and Stairway Falls GPS: 35.090556 N / 82.966111 W

17. French Broad Falls and Mill Shoals GPS: 35.223541 N / 82.861719 W

Take US 64 west out of Brevard 8.9 miles. Turn right on NC 215. Living Waters Ministry is located on the left in about 7.8 miles. Just before the Ministry, there is a pulloff on the left beside a pile of rocks. Pull off the road and look for a path between the rocks that goes down the bank. Coming to a bigger path, go right work your way to the river to a viewing area among the boulders. French Broad Falls is on the main river; Mill Shoals is to the right next to the mill. Be respectful, as this is private property.

A strenuous 1.5-mile hike. Travel west on US Hwy 64, past Toxaway Falls. Turn left on Whitewater Rd (NC 281 South) and go about Â˝ mile. Turn left at Gorges State Park. Follow the road to Grassy Ridge Trailhead parking.

21. Upper Whitewater Falls GPS: 35.071111 N / 82.886944 W

Take US 64 west from Brevard 18 miles. Turn left onto Whitewater Road (NC 281). Continue 8 miles to park entrance on left where you will find ample parking and restrooms. Follow a short paved path to view the tallest waterfall east of the Mississippi make its spectacular plunge through a lush gorge.

County Border Parking Visitors Center

Forest Service State Park/Forest Waterfall Summit

Picinic Area

Ranger Station

Fish Hatchery

Camping

Trailhead

Canoe Launch

Designates waterfall located on private property. Please be respectful.

For additional maps and information, visit the Transylvania County Tourism Welcome Center at 175 E. Main Street, Brevard, NC 28712 1-800-648-4523 â&#x20AC;˘ www.visitwaterfalls.com

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