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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…


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,…

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…

Guide to Spring in Pisgah National Forest and Brevard NC
Spring has sprung, as they say, in Pisgah National Forest! This is one of the best seasons to vacation in Brevard and Transylvania County, whether it’s for wildflower viewing, hiking, fly fishing, kayaking, festivals, or other outdoor…

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…

Winter Guide to Pisgah National Forest & Brevard NC! 2022-2023
The winter season brings a wonderful mystique to Pisgah National Forest and Brevard NC. This amazing land covering more than 500,000 acres offers incredible hardwood forests, waterfalls and plentiful trails. In fact, Transylvania County…


Pilot Cove Winter Getaway Special!
From the team at Pilot Cove, we'd like to wish you and yours a wonderful upcoming Holiday season! Also we invite you to take advantage of our Winter getaway special. We can think of no better way to enjoy a quick winter getaway than to visit…

Winter Guide to Pisgah National Forest & Brevard NC! 2018-2019
The winter season brings a wonderful mystique to the Pisgah National Forest and Brevard NC. This amazing land covering more than 500,000 acres offers incredible hardwood forests, waterfalls and plentiful trails. In fact, Transylvania County…