20 minute read
CULTURAL PURSUITS
Art on Main, an outdoor art and fine crafts fair features works from artists across the region.
Discover the Arts & Culture
From renowned art exhibits to nationally recognized theater productions, from a local film society to musical organizations that welcome community participation, Hendersonville and Henderson County offer many cultural opportunities and events throughout the year.
ARTS
ARTS COUNCIL OF HENDERSON COUNTY
828-693-8504 ACofHC.org
Arts Council of Henderson County promotes, advocates for and nurtures the arts in Henderson County and Western North Carolina. The Arts Council partners with multiple organizations to present visual art exhibitions featuring local and regional artists and art of the county’s students and art teachers. The Arts Council also presents visual and performing arts events throughout the year including Art on Main, an outdoor fine art and fine crafts fair now in its 62nd year; Art and Architecture tours of downtown Hendersonville; Bring Us Your Best; and the Mentors and Students Art Exhibit. To celebrate its 50th year, the Arts Council introduced the La Vie En Rosé Art & Wine Festival on June 12 and 13, 2021 featuring art, musical performances by local nonprofit arts organizations, plein air painting classes and wine. The Arts Council is a designated County Partner with the North Carolina Arts Council, administering grants to Henderson County nonprofit arts organizations and regional artists. The Arts Council also serves Henderson County children through the Artists-in-Schools program funded in part by Henderson County as well as donations from members of the community. The Arts Council also offers after school performing and visual arts classes as well as spring break and summer classes. The Arts Council offers memberships to local artists and art enthusiasts which include quarterly Artist Meetups and networking events, discounts for art exhibits and other opportunities.
continued on page 70
Arts Council of Henderson County offers performing and visual arts classes throughout the year.
ART LEAGUE OF HENDERSON COUNTY
828-490-5639 ArtLeague.net
As Western North Carolina’s allinclusive art group for more than 25 years, the Art League of Henderson County fosters, encourages and develops public appreciation of all forms of visual arts. ALHC provides opportunities for members to enjoy the fellowship of other artists and art lovers; exchange professional views; develop new ideas and techniques; participate in educational lectures and demonstrations; take or teach classes and workshops; exhibit original work in many events sponsored by ALHC; contribute to local public art programs; and support local school programs. ALHC offers art classes and workshops through its Art Education Initiative in which non-members also can participate. ALHC members can show their artwork at monthly rotating shows at the Henderson County Public Library and at special exhibits throughout the county. The ArtScape Banner Project in downtown Hendersonville, coordinated by an ALHC Committee, unveils a new set of banners each April. Monthly ALHC programs feature demonstrations and presentations by members and guest artists.
MUSIC
CAROLINA CONCERT CHOIR
828-393-5737 CarolinaConcertChoir.org
The Carolina Concert Choir is a 50-member choir under the direction of Artistic Director and Conductor Dr. Michael Lancaster with Richard Riccardi serving as accompanist. Composed of auditioned singers from Hendersonville, Asheville, Sylva, Brevard and upstate South Carolina, the choir’s repertoire includes a mix of classical choral and choral/ symphonic compositions and lighter fare, including popular favorites at their concerts. The Carolina Concert Choir will perform a joint Prayers and Remembrance concert with the Asheville Symphony Chorus on Oct. 29 and 30, 2021 at the Arden Presbyterian Church in memory of the 20th anniversary of 911 and those who died from COVID-19. A holiday sing-along is planned for the first weekend of December 2021 and a spring concert will be held the third weekend of April 2022. Rehearsals and these performances will be at Grace Lutheran Church in Hendersonville. The choir also periodically performs with the Hendersonville Symphony and Brevard Philharmonic orchestras. The Carolina Concert Choir sponsors the annual All-County Honors chorus for aspiring middle and high school students which concludes with a concert the third weekend in November.
The Carolina Concert Choir sponsors the annual All County Honors Chorus.
FOUR SEASONS CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
828-270-4119 4SeasonsOrchestra.org
The Four Seasons Chamber Orchestra is Western North Carolina’s newest orchestral ensemble, presenting one concert each season of the year around Hendersonville and beyond. Its mission is to present inspiring music in intimate settings and raise funds and awareness at every concert in support of causes and organizations in the community. The 4SCO is composed of diverse professional, amateur and student musicians with programming that ranges from historic masterpieces of the symphonic tradition to new art and popular music and beyond. The 4SCO is led by director and conductor Eric Scheider, a cellist and educator who has been active in the region since 2004.
HENDERSONVILLE CHORALE
HendersonvilleChorale.com
This group of approximately 50 sings all varieties of music from classics to show tunes. Singers include every age group and skill level. The chorale prides itself on its welcoming camaraderie and shared love of song. Directed by Michael Stephen Brannon, the chorale prepares and performs two concerts each year, one in the spring and another in the fall.
HENDERSONVILLE COMMUNITY BAND
HCBMusic.com
The Hendersonville Community Band has been committed to playing and sharing music with the community since 1991. HCB consists of 75 amateur and professional musicians of all ages. Led by Conductor and Musical Director Winford Franklin, the band performs four concerts a year in the fall, at holiday time and in the spring and summer, with occasional guest appearances by local ensembles and artists. In late Spring 2022, the HCB will premier a piece that was commissioned to celebrate the organization’s 30th season. HCB also encourages music education through scholarships available to Henderson County music students.
The all-volunteer Hendersonville Community Band includes adults of all ages.
Winner of 2020’s Arts Council of Henderson County’s Bring Us Your Best, “Yama” by artist Courtney Hoelscher.
HENDERSONVILLE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
828-697-5884 HendersonvilleSymphony.org
Celebrating more than 49 years, the Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra is one of the area's leading cultural organizations. The orchestra of professional musicians performs five concerts a year, often featuring guest artists from around the country. All main season performances are held in the Blue Ridge Conference (Concert) Hall at Blue Ridge Community College. Season subscription and single concert tickets are available throughout the season, which runs from September through April. The Hendersonville Symphony considers the musical enrichment and education of young people a major priority. Youth programs include the Hendersonville Symphony Youth Orchestra, Hendersonville Symphony Youth Chorus, Young Artist Competition, Education Concerts for local, school-aged children and a Youth Scholarship program. Volunteers with Friends of the Hendersonville Symphony help produce the Symphony’s fundraisers each year.
HENDERSONVILLE SWING BAND
828-696-8031 HendersonvilleSwingBand.org
This 17-piece band has been a musical fixture in Hendersonville for 25 years. Staying true to the original masters of swing, the band performs music by The Dorsey Brothers, Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington, Count Basie and more. Led by trombonist-conductor Jerry Zink, the band plays benefit concerts several times a year for local service organizations and charities.
THEATRE
FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE
2661 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock 828-693-0731 FlatRockPlayhouse.org
North Carolina’s State Theatre opened its curtain more than 60 years ago in Flat Rock and continues to provide the region with the highest level of professional entertainment. Throughout the year, about 90,000 patrons enjoy a variety of musicals, comedies, contemporary dramas, a family series and concerts that entertain and enlighten, break new ground and celebrate local talent, as well as internationally renowned artists.
HENDERSONVILLE COMMUNITY THEATRE
229 S Washington Street, Hendersonville 828-692-1082 HendersonvilleCommunityTheatre.org
For more than 50 years, Hendersonville Community Theatre (formerly Hendersonville Little Theatre) has been the Official Community Theatre of Hendersonville. The theatre’s purpose is to enrich, stimulate and entertain the community by providing high quality performing arts experiences and participatory instruction in all phases of theater production. HCT presents a varied season of plays, musicals and performing arts on its two-stage facility. The theatre is run mainly by volunteers and welcomes people with a desire to join their family of dedicated performing art enthusiasts.
Kayakers on the French Broad
The Great Outdoors
Henderson County and its neighboring Western North Carolina counties boast beautiful, nationally recognized places for exploring the great outdoors.
Year round opportunities abound throughout the region for hiking, mountain biking, cycling, backpacking, camping, fishing, hunting, skiing, snowboarding, tubing, paddling and other outdoor activities in conservation areas, forests and other natural settings.
BEARWALLOW MOUNTAIN
Off Bearwallow Mountain Road Hendersonville ConservingCarolina.org/BearwallowMountain and VisitHendersonvilleNC.org/ Scenic-ToursHikes
Bearwallow Mountain is in eastern Henderson County at an elevation of 4,232 feet above sea level. Both the Bearwallow Mountain Trail and the Trombatore Trail start from the same parking lot on Bearwallow Mountain Road. Parking is limited so consider carpooling. The one-mile-long Bearwallow Trail features a grassy meadow at its summit along with a historic fire tower and a 360° view that includes such area landmarks as downtown Hendersonville, Mt. Pisgah, Mt. Mitchell, Hickory Nut Gorge and upstate South Carolina. The Trombatore Trail is a 2.4mile hike through a forest with significant changes in elevation and panoramic views of Hickory Nut Gorge and Bearwallow Mountain.
DUPONT STATE RECREATIONAL FOREST
Henderson Co/Transylvania Co Line 828-877-6527 NCForestService.gov/Contacts/DSF.htm or DupontForest.com
Stretching from Stone Mountain in Henderson County to Rich Mountain in Transylvania County, the 10,400acre DuPont State Recreational Forest contains a variety of plant communities including rich hardwood coves, groves of white pine, upland oaks, spray cliff plants and sedges on granite domes. The forest features four spectacular waterfalls – Hooker Falls, Triple Falls, High Falls and Bridal Veil Falls – all within a three-hour walk along the Little River. In addition, Grassy Creek Falls, Wintergreen Falls and several mountain lakes can be found along the trails. The forest has approximately 80 miles of roads and trails open to hiking, biking and horseback riding. Visitor parking is available in six access areas located around the perimeter of the forest. Interior forest roads are not open to motorized vehicles. As part of the NC Wildlife Resources Commission’s Game Lands program, parts of the forest are open to deer, turkey and small game hunting on certain days and by permit only. For fishing, DuPont features impoundments, warm-water streams and cold-water streams. A state fishing license is required. For more information about hunting or fishing, visit NCWildlife.org or call 888-248-6834. DuPont State Recreational Forest is open yearround during daylight hours. There is no public camping. Support for the forest also comes from the Friends of DuPont Forest, a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to the forest’s preservation.
HOLMES EDUCATIONAL STATE FOREST
1299 Crab Creek Road, Hendersonville 9AM to 5PM, Tue-Fri and 11AM to 6PM, Sat & Sun, March-Oct 9AM to 5PM, Tue-Fri, Nov-Feb Closed designated NC state holidays 828-692-0100 NCESF.org/Holmes.html
Holmes Educational State Forest features five miles of well-tended trails that vary in length and difficulty. The trails showcase a variety of native trees marked for identification and 125 varieties of wildflowers. Displays and selfguided tours teach about nature, ecology and forest management. Along the unique, easy, half-mile “Talking Tree Trail,” the trees themselves tell passersby why their type of tree is important to the forest. Amenities include picnic shelters that can be reserved and picnic areas that can be used by people using wheelchairs.
WILDCAT ROCK TRAIL
3823 Gerton Hwy, Gerton 828-697-5777 ConservingCarolina.org/ Wildcat-Rock-Trail/
Formerly known as the Little Bearwallow Falls Trail, Wildcat Rock Trail is a strenuous out-andback 3-mile hike (6 miles total) that features a waterfall, views from a rock outcrop and a meadow along the ridge line. This trail can be customized for a short or long hike. After one-mile of hiking you reach these three natural features. The Wildcat Rock Trail was formerly known as the Little Bearwallow Falls Trail.
CYCLING AND MOUNTAIN BIKING
Blue Ridge Bicycle Club BlueRidgeBicycleClub.org Downtown Asheville Racing Club DARCCycling.com North Carolina Bike Routes NCDOT.gov/BikePed/ NCBikeways Pisgah Area SORBA PisgahAreaSORBA.org HIKING
Carolina Mountain Club CarolinaMountainClub.org Conserving Carolina ConservingCarolina.org High Country Hikers HighCountryHikers.org Pisgah Hikers PisgahHikers.org
UPPER HICKORY NUT GORGE TRAILHEAD
3836 Gerton Hwy, Gerton 828-697-5777 ConservingCarolina.org/Hickory-NutGorge-Trail or ConservingCarolina. org/Florence-Nature-Preserve or HendersonCountyNC.gov/Recreation/ Page/Upper-Hickory-Nut-Gorge-Trailhead
Located on Highway 74 in the northeastern corner of Henderson County, this property is a trail access point. This trailhead park offers parking and access to hiking trails that lead to the Florence Preserve and the Upper Hickory Nut Gorge. Upper Hickory Nut Gorge Trailhead covers an area of 26 acres.
MORE OUTDOOR ADVENTURE SNOW SKIING, SNOWBOARDING AND TUBING
Hikers, mountain bikers, horseback Asheville Ski Club riders, backpackers, campers and AshevilleSkiClub.com water sports enthusiasts will find even more outdoor fun just beyond Henderson County, making its location ideal for day trips and weekend getaways to such public lands, conserved spaces and private attractions as: • Appalachian Trail: NPS.gov/Appa • Bent Creek Experimental Forest: SRS.FS.USDA.gov/BentCreek • The Biltmore Estate: Biltmore.com • Blue Ridge Parkway: BlueRidgeParkway.org • Chimney Rock State Park: ChimneyRockPark.com • Gorges State Park: NCParks.gov/Gorges-State-Park • Grandfather Mountain: Grandfather.com • Great Smoky Mountains National Park:
Members of the Pisgah Chapter of Trout Unlimited NPS.gov/GRSM/index.htm 74
Anglers have bountiful opportunities in local rivers and lakes for fishing – including fly fishing – and public game lands offer hunting by permit. For more information, visit:
The Hendersonville Visitor Center’s page with local fishing resources at VisitHendersonvilleNC.org/ Western-North-CarolinaFishing-Information.
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission for information about required licenses and permits, rules and regulations, hunting seasons and where to fish and hunt at NCWildlife.org.
Pisgah Chapter of Trout Unlimited with fishing maps, hatch charts, programs and more at PisgahTU. org.
The USDA Forest Service for information about fishing and hunting in national forests at FS.USDA.gov/ Activity/NFSNC/Recreation/ Fishing and FS.USDA.gov/Activity/ NFSNC/Recreation/Hunting.
• Lake James State Park:
NCParks.gov/
Lake-James-State-Park • Mount Mitchell State Park:
NCParks.gov/
Mount-Mitchell-State-Park • Nantahala National Forest:
FS.USDA.gov/NFSNC • The North Carolina Arboretum:
NCArboretum.org • Panthertown Valley:
Panthertown.org • Pearson’s Falls & Glen:
PearsonsFalls.org • Pisgah National Forest:
FS.USDA.gov/NFSNC
The Blue Ridge Parkway offers many scenic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
The Park at Flat Rock offers a scenic trail for walking or jogging.
Parks & Recreation in Henderson County
Parks, playgrounds, trails and indoor facilities throughout Henderson County offer a plethora of recreational fun for all ages.
PLAYGROUNDS, PARKS AND BALLFIELDS
HENDERSON COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION
Parks & Recreation Department 828-697-4884 HendersonCountyNC.org/Recreation
BLANTYRE PARK
120 Grove Bridge Road, Hendersonville HendersonCountyNC.gov/Recreation/ Page/Blantyre-Park
This park near the Transylvania County line offers parking and a canoe port to the French Broad River, a state-designated watercraft trail.
DANA COMMUNITY PARK
2879 Upward Road, Flat Rock HendersonCountyNC.gov/Recreation/ Page/Dana-Community-Park
The park offers a community building and picnic shelter, an open field, a walking trail with benches, a playground and a basketball hoop.
EAST FLAT ROCK PARK
107 Blue Ridge Road, East Flat Rock HendersonCountyNC.gov/Recreation/ Page/East-Flat-Rock-Park
This park offers a picnic shelter, a gazebo, a playground, swings, walking trails and recreational fields.
ETOWAH PARK
449 Etowah School Road, Etowah HendersonCountyNC.gov/Recreation/ Page/Etowah-Park
This 18-acre park includes a walking trail, tennis courts, a shelter, picnic tables, a playground, sports fields, batting cages, a shuffleboard court and a Frisbee golf course.
JACKSON PARK
801 4th Avenue E, Hendersonville
Covering 220 acres, Jackson Park features walking trails, a playground, multi-purpose fields for soccer and events, baseball/softball fields, tennis courts, playgrounds,
basketball courts, a dog park, a disc golf course, a mountain bike skills park and picnic shelters.
TUXEDO PARK
1299 Old US Highway 25, Zirconia HendersonCountyNC.gov/Recreation/ Page/Tuxedo-Park
This park includes walking trails and a playground and covers more than six acres.
WESTFELDT PARK
83 Old Fanning Bridge Road, Fletcher HendersonCountyNC.gov/Recreation/ Page/Westfeldt-Park
Located along the French Broad River, this 15-acre park not far from Asheville Regional Airport offers a picnic area, river access, a canoe/ small boat launch ramp and an open field area.
HENDERSONVILLE CITY PARKS
HENDERSONVILLE CITY PARKS
828-697-3084 HendersonvilleNC.gov/Parks
BERKELEY MILLS PARK
69 Balfour Road
This 60-acre park features an historic baseball field and a pavilion for rent. Berkeley Mills Park joins the Oklawaha Greenway by way of a trail connecting it to the county’s Jackson Park.
BOYD PARK
840 N Church Street HendersonvilleNC.gov/Parks/ Mini-Golf-Boyd-Park
This park at the north end of downtown Hendersonville has two tennis courts and the Laura E. Corn Mini-Golf course. The tennis courts have an asphalt surface with standard tennis court lines, pickleball lines and lighting.
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. MEMORIAL PARK
398 N Grove Street
This city park near downtown provides greenspace with benches, picnic tables and a granite memorial.
FOUR SEASONS ROTARY PARK
804 W Allen Street
This park features a pavilion with two picnic tables, a paved walking trail with park benches along the trail and an equipped playground.
LENOX PARK
901 Lenox Park Drive
Composed of one-half acre, this park has picnic tables and a historic natural spring.
Find out about area dog parks by turning to the Pets section on page 88.
Hendersonville is known for being a pet friendly community. Henderson County – A Welcoming Place for Pets and Their People Visitors and residents alike find that Henderson County is a welcoming place not only for them but also for their animal companions. 88 Any day along the streets of downtown Hendersonville, people can be seen strolling with their dogs and relaxing with their four-legged friends outside at restaurants, coffeehouses and breweries. For the comfort and safety of animals and to help keep downtown Hendersonville enjoyable for everyone, the city requires that pet owners keep pets leashed and under control and that they clean up and dispose of pet waste. PETS AND DOWNTOWN EVENTS Hendersonville hosts downtown community celebrations throughout the year. At the majority of these events – such as Garden Jubilee Nurseries & Orchards Tour, the Rhythm & Brews concerts, Monday Night Live!, the summer Street Dances, the Music on Main Street series and the North Carolina Apple Festival during Labor Day weekend – pets are not allowed. At the Tails in Town event, however, dog lovers and their furry friends take center stage and are encouraged to attend. The autumn celebration includes exhibitors, vendors, food trucks, a costume pageant and educational sessions. Learn more at WTZQ.com/Tails-in-Town. For more about how Hendersonville appeals to people and their pets, visit VisitHendersonvilleNC.org/Pet-Friendly. DOG PARKS Pets are welcome at public parks throughout Hendersonville and Henderson County. In the interest of safety and sanitation, pet owners need to keep them leashed and clean up after them. Hendersonville also has a park specifically for dogs – Pets' Own Place on Seventh Avenue. This fenced dog park at 1019 Seventh Avenue East has two separate sections for small and large dogs. The park is across Mud Creek at the Oklawaha Greenway trailhead and has a waste bag dispenser, a trash receptacle and a water spigot. continued on page 90
Hendersonville Magazine 2021–2022
PATTON PARK
1730 Asheville Highway HendersonvilleNC.gov/Parks/Patton-Pool YMCAWNC.org/Patton-Park-and-Pool
The City of Hendersonville is partnering with the Hendersonville Family YMCA to manage all recreational space at Patton Park except for the skate park. Patton Park’s 19 acres include a football field, baseball fields, basketball courts, racquetball courts, a lighted walking trail, picnic pavilions, gazebos, tennis courts with pickleball lines and a playground. The park’s Olympic-size outdoor pool at 114 E Clairmont Drive is open seasonally.
SULLIVAN PARK
713 Martin Circle
This five acre park includes basketball courts, playground and picnic tables. An asphalt connector joins Sullivan Park with the Oklawaha Greenway Trail.
TOMS PARK
318 W Allen Street
Toms Park’s five acres include 27 shuffleboard courts and several picnic tables.
INDOOR RECREATION
HENDERSON COUNTY ATHLETICS & ACTIVITY CENTER
708 S Grove Street, Hendersonville 828-697-4884 HendersonCountyNC.gov/Recreation/ Page/Athletics-Activity-Center-AAC
This indoor facility offers many gymnasium activities and programs for youth, adults and senior citizens.
On its 212 acres, Jackson Park caters to just about every outdoor sport.
Everyone Can Shop, Anyone Can Join!
Come see us to discover all the wonderful, healthy items you can find in our store, from local produce to helpful vitamins and supplements. You don't have to be a member/owner to shop, but you might want to find out about the benefits.
HENDERSONVILLE FAMILY YMCA
810 W 6th Avenue, Hendersonville 828-697-9622 YMCAWNC.org/Hendersonville
The Hendersonville Family YMCA offers group exercise classes, personal training, swim lessons and other fitness and communitybuilding programs. Membership includes access to amenities such as a wellness center and indoor pool.
MORE OUTDOOR FUN IN THE COUNTY
BILL MOORE COMMUNITY PARK
85 Howard Gap Road, Fletcher 828-687-0751 FletcherNC.org/Departments/Parks-andRecreation/BillMooreCommunityPark
Bill Moore Community Park features playground, multi-purpose and baseball/softball fields, soccer fields, miles of scenic walking paths and trails, arboretum gardens, access to Cane Creek, a picnic area with a pavilion, a disc golf course, a dog park and an outdoor fitness circuit.
1039 Randall Circle, Hendersonville 828-697-4752 Facebook.com/ HvilleInclusivePlaygroundProject HCPSNC.org/HES
Located on the grounds of Hendersonville Elementary School, this inclusive playground was envisioned by the Hendersonville Inclusive Playground Project (HIPP) which was formed to create a playground with safe, stimulating and accessible features for children with diverse physical, mental and developmental abilities.
JUMP OFF ROCK PARK
4501 Laurel Park Highway, Laurel Park 828-693-4840 LaurelPark.org/JumpOff
Jump Off Rock is the scenic overlook atop Echo Mountain which can be reached by driving all the way up Laurel Park Highway. The park includes a trail system. Jump Off Rock provides a panoramic view of rolling pastures and the Blue Ridge and Pisgah mountain ranges.
KATE’S PARK
Library Road, Fletcher 828-687-0751 FletcherNC.org/Departments/Parks-andRecreation/KatesPark
Adjacent to the Fletcher Library, this ADA-accessible park features a playground, paved walking trail, green open space and a picnic shelter.
MORE PLACES TO WALK IN HENDERSON COUNTY
Blue Ridge Community College BlueRidge.edu Blue Ridge Mall (Inside) ShopBlueRidgeMall.com Bullington Gardens BullingtonGardens.org Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site NPS.gov/Carl Historic Johnson Farm HistoricJohnsonFarm.org Main Street Walking Tour in Downtown Hendersonville VisitHendersonvilleNC.org/ WP-Content/Uploads/ Main-St-Walking-Tour.pdf Perry N. Rudnick Nature Trail BlueRidgeHeritageTrail.com/ Explore-a-Trail-of-HeritageTreasures/The-Perry-NRudnick-Art-Nature-Trail
LAUREL GREEN PARK
440 White Pine Drive, Hendersonville 828-693-4840 LaurelPark.org/LaurelGreen
This 4-acre parcel of level land is enclosed by a perimeter of planted berms and a stream. The park includes a playground, walking paths, a pond and a gazebo.
MILLS RIVER PARK
Town Center Drive & Haywood Road, Mills River 828-890-2901 MillsRiver.org/Parks-and-Recreation.html
Maintained by the Town of Mills River, this park includes a multi-use trail, playground with sunshade, dog park, picnic shelter, tennis/ pickleball courts, handicapped accessible fishing pier and a launch for non-motorized watercraft such as canoes and kayaks.
OKLAWAHA GREENWAY TRAIL
Jackson Park to Patton Park, Hendersonville FriendsofOklawaha.org
Following Mud Creek, which also is known as Oklawaha Creek, the 3.5mile Oklawaha Greenway Trail runs from Jackson Park through William H. King Memorial to Sullivan Park to Patton Park and out to Berkeley Mills Park. The trail is handicapped accessible, relatively flat and suitable for walking and cycling. Water access for launching tubes, kayaks and canoes is available at both the Seventh Avenue parking area and at Berkeley Mills Park. Highlights along the way include a wetland area with native trees and shrubs and an observation deck allows for watching and listening to songbirds.
THE PARK AT FLAT ROCK
55 Highland Golf Drive, Flat Rock 828-697-8100 FlatRockNC.GovOffice3.com
Located in the French Broad watershed on the site of a former golf course, the Village of Flat Rock owns and manages this 66-acre park which features open green spaces, a variety of local flora and fauna, scenic trails, a picnic pavilion, a welcome center with a community room meeting space and two playgrounds. The nonprofit Flat Rock Park and Recreation Foundation, Inc. helps support The Park at Flat Rock.
RHODODENDRON LAKE NATURE PARK
321 Primrose Lane, Hendersonville 828-693-4840 LaurelPark.org/RLNP
Managed by the Town of Laurel Park, this 10-acre park features Rhododendron Lake which was built in 1909. The park includes walking paths, fitness stations, a catch-and-release fishing pond and a picnic area.
Oklawaha Greenway Trail runs through Jackson Park
