- 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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Specializing in serving a tapas style menu and a bar stocked with a variety of curated wine and beer choices, the Cork & Barrel Lounge offers guests a casual dining experience. The establishment also regularly features live music on weekends.
10.5 Miles
Ride the historic Cherokee Footpath on horseback, following in Daniel Boone's footsteps at the Whitewater Equestrian Center, or stay behind and mine for gems in their family friendly barn. On the ride, trail guides discuss local folklore, history, and ecology.
10.6 Miles
Old Orchard Farm is a working farm and equestrian facility offering a variety of horse related services. Example services include: horseback riding lessons, birthday parties, natural horsemanship clinics & horse anatomy, and care and maintenance classes.
11.4 Miles
Offering professional outfitting and guided expeditions, Chad Bryson Fishing specializes in fly fishing in the Southern Appalachians. The company offers a variety of trip options, including day trips and overnight camps.
11.6 Miles
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2504 Highlands Road, Franklin, NC
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Turning Stones Fly Fishing, LLC Day Tours is a full-service fly fishing tour company that takes visitors on expeditions in the mountains of western North Carolina. The company offers float trips and wade trips, all led by experienced guides.
11.6 Miles
One of the highest waterfalls east of the Rockies, Whitewater Falls plunge 411 feet into the Jocassee Gorge. A paved walkway leads to an upper overlook, while a lower view is located at the bottom of a 154-step staircase.
12.0 Miles
Dillard House Stables takes both the beginner and advanced rider through scenic mountain trails. Patrons will be guided, on horseback, alongside the Little Tennessee River and will travel through lush forests, cascading waterfalls and mountain views.
12.0 Miles
Visitors can enjoy scenic views of the creek while warming up to a fireplace at Warwoman Dell Recreation Area. The surrounding forest contains trails for hikers to explore. There is also an old trout hatchery on the grounds.
12.1 Miles
An 18-hole mountain course, Sapphire National Golf Club offers scenic views and varying elevations. The club, which offers instruction and a pro shop, is open to the public or through membership.
12.1 Miles
Accessible through Gorges State Park, the Horsepasture River area is home to several waterfalls and hiking trails. Turtleback Falls is popular for rock sliding, although it is at the person's own risk.