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10 Best Sunset Spots near Brevard NC
It’s no surprise that a visit to Western North Carolina, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and Pisgah National Forest promises some of the most scenic vistas and landscapes of your life. But if you’re looking for the best sunset spots near Brevard,…

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
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…

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
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…

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.
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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,…

Hike of the Week: John Rock Trail
One of our favorite recommendations for a Winter hike in Pisgah National Forest, John Rock trail is a 5-mile loop with a wonderful summit at 3,320 feet. The John Rock hike starts at the Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education. You’ll pass Cedar…