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No matter when you decide to visit our magnificent mountains, you'll find plenty of things to do in and around Asheville. In winter, enjoy mild days in Asheville with easy access to the higher elevations that are dusted in snow. Then, watch the mountains awaken as spring blankets the hillsides with wildflowers.
Glorious summer brings warm days for outdoor fun and cool nights for
enjoying the hours after dark. And autumn cloaks these peaks with every shade of red,
orange and yellow imaginable.
Anytime of the year, you can discover the region's rich art and craft heritage at the
numerous art galleries and shops. Visit one of the area's historic attractions.
Explore downtown Asheville's unique restaurants and eclectic shops. Delve into the mountains' endless opportunities for outdoor excursions. Experience the real Cold Mountain.
Or take a short, yet breathtaking, ride along the Blue Ridge Parkway. And throughout the year, there are events, festivals and entertainment to spice up your visit.
Recreation
Golf
Black Mountain Golf Club 18 Ross Drive, Asheville, NC 28711, Black Mountain, 828-669-2710,
Nestled at the foot of the scenic Black Mountain Range, this championship municipal 18
hole golf course is an enjoyable experience for golfers of all skill levels. A fully
stocked pro shop and snack shop are also on site.
Brookwood Golf Club 212 Mills Gap Road, Asheville, NC 28704, Arden, 828-684-6278, This
semiprivate nine hole, par 35 valley golf course is nestled in the mountains and includes
a clubhouse, a restaurant and lounge, putting and chipping greens, and a well stocked pro
shop.
Buncombe County Golf Course 226 Fairway Drive, Asheville, NC 28805, 828-298-1867, One of
the oldest golf courses in Western North Carolina, this challenging 18 hole golf course
opened in 1927 and was designed by Hall of Fame Golf Architect, Donald Ross. A clubhouse
is on site that includes a concession area and a pro shop.
Etowah Valley Country Club & Golf 450 Brickyard Road, Asheville, NC 28729, Etowah,
828-891-7022, One of the top 50 golf destinations in the world, this championship golf
course features three nine hole courses that allow you to play a variety of 18 hole
combinations. A clubhouse, restaurant and lounge, driving range, putting and chipping
greens, pro shop, and a golf school are also on site.
Mount Mitchell Golf Club 7590 Highway 80 South, Asheville, NC 28714, Burnsville,
828-675-5454, This challenging 18 hole golf course is in a valley at an elevation of 3,000
feet below the peak of Mount Mitchell and has a pristine river that flows through it. A
clubhouse is also on site that includes a fine dining restaurant and a well stocked pro
shop.
Northwoods Golf Club 70 Old Beaverdam Creek Road, Asheville, NC 28804, 828-253-1659,
Executive nine hole golf course with mountain views that is uniquely challenging due to
the outstanding design by Karl Litten. A lighted driving range, an acre of natural grass
tees, practice greens and bunkers, and a chipping green are also on site.
Reems Creek Golf Club 36 Pink Fox Cove Road, Asheville, NC 28787, Weaverville,
828-645-4393, One of the best 18 hole golf courses in Western North Carolina, this course
has a Scottish Highland look and features beautifully manicured bent grass tees, fairways,
and greens. A fully stocked pro shop is also on site.
Hiking & Climbing
Appalachian National Scenic Trail 160 A Zillicoa, Asheville, NC 28805, 828-254-3708, This
famous and naturally beautiful 2,167-mile wilderness trail begins in Georgia and runs the
length of the Appalachian Mountain ridge lines to end in Maine. The trail is intended for
foot travel only and is perfect for serious hikers and climbers.
Climbmax Climbing Center 43 Wall Street, Asheville, NC 28805, Downtown Asheville,
828-252-9996, This full service climbing facility offers visitors a number of different
challenges with its many walls tied together inside, as well as a massive outdoor
competition wall.
Outfitters & Guides
French Broad Rafting Company 376 Walnut Drive, Asheville, NC 28753, Marshall,
828-258-6109, This rafting company offers 116 miles of spectacular river scenery perfect
for those who are interested in whitewater activities. Half-day or full-day trips are
available with an experienced guide in each raft and trips range from calm to white water
routes.
Lisa Raft 13490 Highway 25/70, Asheville, NC 28805, 828-649-0560, This outfitter offers
exciting guided rafting trips on five Southeastern rivers including the French Broad,
Nantahala, Pigeon, and Nolichucky Rivers.
Southern Waterways 521 Amboy Road, Asheville, NC 28801, 828-232-1970, A truly unique
rafting and canoeing experience, this outfitter provides quiet water kayaking, canoeing,
and rafting river float trips on the scenic French Broad River through the Biltmore Estate
property.
Wildwater Rafting 404 Heather Place, Asheville, NC 28803, 864-647-5361, Providing unique
family and group adventures on the Pigeon, Nantahala, Chattanooga, and Ocoee Rivers since
1971, this full service outfitter and guide company offers river excursions ranging in
length from half-day and full-day to overnight experiences. Top quality equipment and
highly trained guides are included.
Wolf Laurel Outdoors 41 Beauty Spot Cove Road, Asheville, NC 28754, Mars Hill,
828-680-9173, Full service recreational outfitter that offers a wide variety of guided
trips including fly fishing, hiking, team building, whitewater rafting, horseback riding,
mountain and leisure biking, canoeing, and golf trips.
Snow Sports
Wolf Laurel Slopes Route 3 Box 129, Asheville, NC 28754, Mars Hill, 828-689-4111, Skiing,
snowboarding, and snow tubing are available at this family oriented ski area that has 54
acres of skiable terrain. Slopes for beginners all the way to experts are available, as
well as night skiing. Double and quad chairlifts are on site, as well as a restaurant, a
sports shop, and a rental shop.
