Pisgah Inn - “Peak of the Parkway”, elevation 5,000 ft., Milepost 408 on Parkway. Open March thru early November. Mountain handicrafts. Delicious food. Featuring Country Ham and Mountain Trout. Delightful overnight accommodations, with panoramic view. P.O. Drawer 749, Waynesville, NC 28786. (828) 235-8228.
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Wagon Road Gap. US 276 Crossover. South 18 mi. to Brevard, north 8 mi. to Cruso, 22 mi. to Waynesville. Looking Glass Rock. So named because it reflects light brilliantly when water and ice are on the rock’s granite face.
CANTON, NC A few miles off the Parkway, exit at MP 412 or 423.2. Laurel Bank Campground - 350 Campers Lane. Canton NC. 7 miles from MP 412 on pristine Pigeon River. Follow US 276 North. Full hookups & tent sites. Laundry & hot showers. Open May 1st Oct 15th www.facebook.com/LaurelBankCampground (828) 235-8940. Sunburst Campground - 9 primitive campsites. 8820 Lake Logan Rd., Canton, NC. Enjoy swimming, hiking and biking. www.cfaia.org (877) 444-6777.
TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY, NC Enchanted forests, exhilarating mountains, adventurous rivers, & more than 250 magical waterfalls. Escape from the world in a cool, quiet wonderland. It’s only natural for your family vacation. www.visitwaterfalls.com Call (800) 648-4523.
BREVARD AND PISGAH FOREST, NC 18 miles south of Parkway, exit Milepost 412.
FOOD, LODGING, & CAMPING Cascade Lake Recreation Area - 100+ sites w/ hookups, L R Campground Rd., Pisgah Forest NC, M.P. 412. Near DuPont State Forest, 2 lakes, fishing, swimming. www.cascadelakerecreationarea.com (828) 877-6625. Cove Creek Upper and Lower Group Campsites - Near Davidson River and Brevard. Occupancy: 60 people per campsite, spacious. www.cfaia.org (877) 444-6777. Cradle of Forestry Historic Site - Enjoy our trails, hands-on exhibits, movie, programs, gift shop. Cafe serves lunch. Visit cabins, explore Adventure Zone. April-Nov. www.CradleofForestry.com (828) 877-3130. Davidson River Campground - 160 campsites. One Davidson River Circle, Pisgah Forest, NC. M.P. 412. Open year round - enjoy swimming, fishing, & tubing. www.cfaia.org (877) 444-6777.
Transylvania County/Brevard, NC
Land of Waterfalls
Exit the Blue Ridge Parkway at Mile Marker 412 and discover pure adventure. Wind your way down US 276 through Pisgah National Forest and enter some of Transylvania County’s most iconic landscapes. Along the way, you’ll pass the family-friendly Cradle of Forestry, Sliding Rock and Looking Glass Falls. The lush foliage and spectacular waterfalls may recall a storybook fantasy, but the opportunities for adventure and relaxation are very real and include world class mountain biking, hiking, climbing and camping. In all, Transylvania County is home to over 100,000 acres of public lands, encompassed by Pisgah National Forest, DuPont State Grassy Creek Falls, DuPont State Recreational Forest. Recreational Forest and Gorges State Park. Just beyond the forest is the charming historic city of Brevard, voted one of the “Coolest Small Towns in America,” by Budget Travel. Here you’ll find vibrant local art, culture, outstanding restaurants and the soaring melodies of the Brevard Music Center.
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