Attractions
Waterfall Hikes
Travel Time: Miscellaneous
Western North Carolina is referred to by hikers as the Land of Waterfalls. There is something for everyone from beginner to advanced. HikeWNC.com and WNCWaterfalls.info will give you all you need to know about hiking our waterfalls.
Nantahala River Rafting and Ziplining
Travel Time: 15 Minutes
The River includes class II and III rapids through a beautiful and scenic gorge. The Nantahala trip takes about 3 hours and is 8 miles in length and ends with an exciting class III rapid at the Nantahala Falls.
The Great Smoky Mountain Railroad
Travel Time: 15 Minutes
There are a variety of excursions and special event trains to appeal to everyone. There are seasonal trips including the Polar Express during the Christmas season and Nantahala Gorge which is breathtaking in the Fall.
Trout Fishing
Travel Time: 15 Minutes
Western North Carolina is home to the Watauga River, Linville River, Toe River, Davidson River and the Western North Carolina Fly Fishing Trail to name just a few. Fly fishing enthusiasts and spinning rod anglers will find more than 3,000 miles of stocked and wild trout streams in our mountains.
The Biltmore and Asheville
Travel Time: 1 Hour
Asheville is known for a vibrant art scene and historic architecture including one of Mr. Kress’s very own at 19 Patton Street in Downtown. Built in 1928 as one of Mr. Kress’s original stores it is today home to the work of over 80 regional artists. The most well known architectural masterpiece is George Vanderbilt’s Biltmore Estate which is a must see on a trip through western North Carolina.
Restaurants
Boots Steakhouse
Travel Time: 15 Minutes
Featuring the best hand-cut steaks in the Smokies.
Foragers Canteen
Travel Time: 10 Minutes
Farm to table restaurant and bar. Fresh, organic and locally sourced. Humanely raised, vegetarian fed, antibiotic free and insanely delicious.
Creekside Oyster Bar
Travel Time: 15 Minutes
Creekfront eatery offering seafood and American cuisine and cocktails in a down-home atmosphere.
Haywood Smokehouse
Travel Time: 10 Minutes
Family friendly atmosphere featuring the best Texas style barbeque outside of Texas.
