Courthouse Falls

Swimming Holes Near Pisgah, Brevard, and Pilot Cove

Western North Carolina has some of the best swimming holes in the Southeast! There is nothing like cool, refreshing mountain water on a hot summer day. Within 45 minutes of Pilot Cove, you'll find many options for swimming in lakes, rivers,…
Triple Falls DuPont State Forest

Guide to Waterfalls in DuPont State Forest

DuPont State Recreational Forest, just over 15 minutes from Pilot Cove, is the home of more than 10,000 acres of forest, trails, and majestic waterfalls between Brevard and Hendersonville, North Carolina. This is your guide to the waterfalls…
guide to trails in DuPont State Forest
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Guide to Trails in DuPont State Forest

DuPont State Recreational Forest, just over 15 minutes from Pilot Cove, is home to more than 10,000 acres of forest, trails, and majestic waterfalls between Brevard and Hendersonville, North Carolina. The forest offers approximately 90 miles…
Summer Camp Guide WNC

2022 Western North Carolina Summer Camp Guide

Western North Carolina is famous for its breathtaking beauty and wide range of interesting things to do. Tourists from all over the world, not to mention the growing number of people who call these mountains home, love this area for the outdoor…
Hiking for Beginners
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Hiking for Beginners in Pisgah National Forest

Hiking is a wonderful way to connect with the outdoors, and it’s an activity that you can suit to your experience, skill level, and capabilities. With some preparation and planning, almost anyone can enjoy getting back to nature at a pace…
Hardest Trails in Pisgah National Forest
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Hardest Trails in Pisgah National Forest

The Pisgah Ranger District near Pilot Cove and Brevard, North Carolina includes a variety of hiking and mountain biking trails from easy to moderate to difficult, family-friendly to technical. This is a guide to the hardest trails in Pisgah…
Looking Glass Falls
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Easiest Trails in Pisgah National Forest

The Pisgah Ranger District near Pilot Cove includes a variety of hikes from easy to moderate to difficult, family-friendly to technical. This is a guide to the easiest trails in Pisgah National Forest near Pilot Cove.                          Looking…
Brevard NC Pisgah National Forest Best Places to Visit in the US

Smithsonian Magazine Named Brevard One of 15 Best Small Towns to Visit

Smithsonian Magazine named Brevard, NC one of the 15 best small towns to visit in 2021! Citing its 250+ waterfalls, the half-a-million acres+ of Pisgah National Forest, outdoor recreational opportunities, music and festivals, delicious eateries,…
2021 Guide to Summer in Pisgah

Guide to Summer in Pisgah

It's starting to feel like summertime in Pisgah! Beginning Memorial Day weekend, many families make their way to Brevard and Transylvania County for vacations, outdoor adventures, and summer camp excursions. It's an ideal time for travelers…

Asheville Must See: Spring Blooms at Biltmore

Spring is here! Temperatures are climbing, trees are leafing out, and flowers are blooming. An excellent way to celebrate and experience Spring is to visit the Biltmore Estate for their garden bloom displays. Visit this link for more info…
Summer Camp Guide WNC

2021 Western North Carolina Summer Camp Guide

Western North Carolina is famous for its breathtaking beauty and wide range of interesting things to do. Tourists from all over the world, not to mention the growing number of people who call these mountains home, love this area for the outdoor…