- Our list of the best things to do in Highlands, North Carolina, features the top 88 nearby activities — including 43 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Highlands, NC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Amusement, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 16 things to do within the city of Highlands, NC , followed by 72 popular activities in nearby cities, including Franklin, Sylva, Walhalla, Clayton, Sapphire, Cashiers, Dillard, Tiger, Long Creek, Salem and Brevard
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The towering mountain of Table Rock State Park serves as the backdrop to this 3,000-acre outdoor enthusiasts paradise. From the hiking trails that lead to waterfalls, to picnic areas and camping amenities, visit once and you will keep returning for more.
28.7 Miles
The summit of Table Rock is located 3,950 feet above sea level, and hikers can access the rock from three sides. The Cherokee Indians used the top for ceremonial purposes.
28.8 Miles
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10320 US HWY 19 So, Bryson City, NC 28713
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Bryson City's Nantahala Gorge Canopy Tours provide the ultimate forest ziplining experience. Clients whiz from tree to tree and enjoy a true birds'-eye view of the lush North Carolina wilderness.
28.8 Miles
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219 votes
10160 Highway 19 West, Bryson City, NC 28713
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Life vests and serious helmets are de rigeur at the Rolling Thunder River Company in Bryson City, North Carolina. Founded in 1977, Rolling Thunder is one of the state's leading providers of adventure vacations.
28.8 Miles
Check your nerves at the door and prepare to make memories with Wildwater Nantahala in Bryson City, North Carolina. The company also offers lodging, whitewater kayaking, zipline tours, train tourism, Jeep journeys and much more.
28.8 Miles
Smoky Mountain Jumphouse is an inflatable play center filled with several inflatable bouncers' for children to jump and play on. Smoky Mountain also features an 18 foot slide and an inflatable obstacle course.
28.9 Miles
Brevard's hottest spot for movie nights is the Co-Ed Cinema, located in the heart of the town. The theater is over 75 years old and remains steadfastly popular with residents and visitors.
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Brevard, North Carolina is home to O.P/ Taylor's, one of the largest toy stores in the United States. The company stocks a mammoth inventory of classic games, puzzles and old-fashioned hand toys, as well as new, in-demand items.
28.9 Miles
The Transylvania Heritage Museum is a small historical museum focused on preserving the history of Transylvania County. The museum maintains several permanent and temporary exhibits, offers guided tours, and hosts a variety of seasonal events.
28.9 Miles
Open since the 1940s in the downtown area, Co-Ed Cinema is a historic theater that shows the latest films and blockbuster hits. The theater has one movie playing each week.