- TripBuzz found 63 things to do with kids in or near Highlands, North Carolina, including 53 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Franklin, Sylva, Walhalla and Sapphire.
- From Dry Falls to Glen Falls, the Highlands area offers 85 different types of family activities, including: Waterfalls, Walking Trails, Movie Theaters and Botanical Gardens.
- Located on a plateau in the southern Appalachian Mountains, the city of Highlands, North Carolina is a popular residential and tourist destination. Located within the Nantahala National Forest, locals and visitors enjoy the scenic views, outdoor recreation and the artistic culture. Summer activities include the cities many festivals, hiking and fishing, while the winter months are popular for taking in a show at one of the areas four theatres.
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45.7 Miles
A traditional bowling center, Tarheel Lanes Family Recreation Center is suitable for open bowling, league play and birthday parties. The center offers automatic scoring, a game room and a snack bar with food, drinks and adult beverages.
45.8 Miles
Featuring a river and a creek, Meeks Park can be used for fishing, picnics, hiking and sports including baseball, softball, tennis and disc golf. The park provides a canine recreation area, swimming pools, a skate park and open fields.
45.8 Miles
36%
11 votes
Nantahala National Forest, Murphy, NC 28906
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Visitors can enjoy hiking, biking, and a variety of other recreational activities at Hanging Dog Recreation Area. The area offers access to Hiwassee Lake where visitors can also enjoy fishing and boating.
45.8 Miles
A city park that spans 19 acres, Patton Park has an aquatic center with an Olympic-sized swimming pool, a skate park, basketball, tennis, and racquetball courts, and pavilions and picnic areas that can be reserved.
46.0 Miles
91%
1594 votes
100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC 28806
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Visit the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville, North Carolina to enjoy lush gardens, exotic plants and other treats for the senses. Photography is allowed and encouraged. Wear comfortable shoes and plan to spend several delightful hours here.
46.0 Miles
85%
13 votes
450 Cherokee Valley Way, Travelers Rest, SC
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A par-72 course in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Cherokee Valley Golf Club offers excellent views, including a waterfall on the 5th hole. A private clubhouse, and cottage rentals contribute to the experience of a longer stay.
46.2 Miles
75%
4 votes
765 Murphy Hwy, Blairsville, GA 30512
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North Georgia's Premier Fishing Guide Service offer full and half day trips on the local lakes where patrons can fish and enjoy the mountains and wildlife, including bald eagles. They supply all the necessary equipment, bait and knowledge.
46.4 Miles
86%
29 votes
1340 E Gilbert St, Hendersonville, NC
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The Western North Carolina Air Museum showcases how passenger flying used to be with a historic arrangement that allows guests to get close to the planes. There is an on-site active airport with the traditional grass pathways and antique airplanes on display.
46.4 Miles
83%
6 votes
487 Brookside Camp Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28792
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Featuring biodegradable paintball ammunition, Wolverine Paintball Park offers refereed, group paintball outings on fields including wooded areas, inflatables and other obstacles. Several game scenarios are provided as well as open practice and tryout sessions.
46.5 Miles
38%
34 votes
Anderson Sports & Entertainment Center, Anderson, SC 29625
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If you need to provide your kids with a few hours of entertainment, look no further than Kid Venture Playground in Anderson. This large wooden playground features castles, climbing ropes, swings and slides, and places for parents to sit and relax while the kids play.