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WHAT IS THERE TO DO?
PLACES TO VISIT, TRAILS TO HIKE & PLACES TO DINE

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Please check the websites or call numbers listed below for any closures or changes to hours of operation.

PLACES TO VISIT:

CRADLE OF FORESTRY

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The Cradle of Forestry, open to visitors everyday from mid-April to early November, provides an opportunity to "explore the past, present, and future of environmental sustainability and stewardship through paved interpretive trails, interactive exhibits, film, music, drama, guided tours, nature programs, craft demonstrations, and special events." A sustainably designed Forest Discovery Center with its gift shop and café welcomes visitors to the historical structures and a relaxing walk through the woods. Located just 20 minutes (8.5 miles) from White Pine Cabin.
Location: 11250 Pisgah Hwy, Pisgah Forest NC 28768
PHONE: 828.877.3130 | DIRECTIONS
​OPEN | WED - MON 10am-5pm (closed Tuesdays)
ADMISSION: $6 / AGES 5-12 $3 / AGES 4 & Under FREE
ALERT!The Cradle of Forestry will be undertaking a major roof renovation for the remainder of the 2021 season. Although we will be open, this may impact your experience at the Cradle. Renovations will NOT be held on weekends. Thank you for your patience as we work to beautify this amazing historic gem!

MOUNTAIN BIKING

BIKING IN PISGAH NATIONAL FOREST
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CLICK HERE
BIKING AT DUPONT FOREST
CLICK HERE
THE BIKE FARM
CLICK HERE

DuPONT STATE FOREST

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DuPont State Recreational Forest is located between Hendersonville and Brevard with 86 miles of trails.. In addition to the well-known three-mile roundtrip hike featuring three waterfalls (Hooker, Triple and High Falls) there is so much more on the 10,000 acres. Read more on romanticasheville.com site to find out more.

WHEELS THROUGH TIME MUSEUM

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Wheels Through Time Museum​ "will sweep you back in time with its magnificent presentation of vintage all-American motorcycles and automobiles" with the world's premier collection of rare American motorcycles, memorabilia, and a distinct array of unique "one-off" American automobiles. Located just 5 miles off the Blue Ridge Parkway in Maggie Valley, NC this museum houses a collection of over 300 rare machines.
Location: 
62 Vintage Ln, Maggie Valley, NC 28751
PHONE: 828.926.6266 | DIRECTIONS
OPEN | Thurs - Mon 10am-5pm
ADMISSION: Adults $15 / Seniors $12 / Kids $7

SNOW TUBING

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Seasonal (obviously you need snow!) Tube World, located in Maggie Valley across from Ghost Town in the Sky, is a great place to snow tube in the winter!  Groomed slopes are made for riding specially designed inner tubes.  You’ll ride our moving carpet lift to the top of the hill, then tube your way down the snow-covered run. Sessions are one hour and 45 minutes long and run every two hours.  There is a 42″ minimum height requirement.  Only Tube World equipment may be used and reservations are recommended.
Location: 4821 Soco Rd, Maggie Valley NC
PHONE: 855.926.0285 | 
DIRECTIONS: DO NOT use your GPS or IPhone Map app to bring you to the ski area or Tube World and DO NOT use any mapping that includes the words SCENIC VIEW DR. or ROAD NAMES HEMPHILL ROAD OR YELLOW PATCH ROAD.  Use the directions on the website​.

LOOKING GLASS FALLS

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Looking Glass Falls is a popular 60-ft tall roadside waterfall in Pisgah National Forest located on Hwy 276 less than 30 minutes (about 13 miles) from White Pine Cabin. You can enjoy the view from the parking area along the road or take steps down to get a closer look. The best time of day to take photos is in the afternoon or on a cloudy day.  The name "Looking Glass" comes from Looking Glass Rock, where water freezes on its sides in the winter and then glistens in the sunlight like a mirror or looking glass. No admission and always open. 

NAVITAT CANOPY ADVENTURES

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Navitat's Mountaintop Tours offer an unprecedented mountaintop adventure that will have you soaring higher, faster, and longer than you ever imagined! Huge side-by-side ziplines, jaw-dropping speeds, and incredible views make this an experience unlike any other - suitable for first-timers and experienced thrill-seekers alike.
Location: 
242 Poverty Branch Rd. Barnardsville, NC 28709 (North of Asheville)
PHONE: 855.628.4828 | DIRECTIONS
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OPEN | 7 DAYS a WEEK 8am-6pm
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

TRAILS TO HIKE: (click on the name below for more information)

Follow the LEAVE NO TRACE Seven Principles

BIG EAST FORK TRAIL

MT PISGAH

BLACK BALSAM KNOB

NC ARBORETUM HIKES

DEVIL'S COURTHOUSE

PINK BEDS

FRYINGPAN TOWER

SAM KNOB HIKE

GRAVEYARD FIELDS HIKE

SHINING CREEK TRAIL

LOOKING GLASS ROCK


PLACES TO DINE: **Call for hours and to see if reservations are required.

ANGELO's FAMILY PIZZA & PASTA​

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CLOSED MONDAY / 828.452.1886

BOOJUM BREWING COMPANY/TAPROOM

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CLOSED TUESDAY / 828.246.0359

THE CHEF'S TABLE

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CLOSED SUNDAY / 828.452.6210

FUEGO FOOD TRUCK

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HOURS & LOCATIONS CHANGE - CHECK FB LINK

JUKE BOX JUNCTION

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CLOSED MON & SUNDAY / 828.648.4546

ORCHARD COFFEE

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CLOSED WEDNESDAY / 828.246.9264

THE SWEET ONION

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CLOSED MON & SUN / 828.456.5559

WATAMI SUSHI & NOODLES

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828.246.6888

BIRCHWOOD HALL SOUTHERN KITCHEN

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CLOSED MONDAY / 828.246.6111

THE BUTTERED BISCUIT

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CLOSED TUESDAY / 828.246.6446

CHURCH STREET DEPOT

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CLOSED SUNDAY / 828.246.6505

HAYWOOD SMOKEHOUSE

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CLOSED MON,TUES&SUNDAY / 828.456.7275

MAGGIE'S GALLEY SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

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CLOSED TUES & WED / 828.456.8945

PISGAH INN RESTAURANT

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828.235.8228

THIRD BAY - FILLING STATION

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CLOSED SUNDAY / 828.246.6868

AREA BREWERIES:

BearWaters Brewing Company
101 Park Street
Canton, NC 28716
​818.237.4200
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Boojum Brewing
50 North Main Street
Waynesville, NC 28786
​828.454.5664

Frog Level Brewing
56 Commerce Street
Waynesville, NC 28786
828.454.5664
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