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What to Do with Your Family in Pisgah National Forest
Pilot Cove is your gateway to unforgettable family adventures in the heart of Pisgah National Forest. Nestled among breathtaking scenery and abundant natural wonders, Pilot Cove offers a perfect blend of comfort and excitement for families seeking…

Easiest Waterfalls to Get to in and around Pisgah National Forest
Nestled near Pilot Cove's stunning forest lodging in Brevard, NC, you'll find a plethora of stunning waterfalls waiting to be explored. While some waterfalls require a challenging trek, there are several nearby cascades that offer breathtaking…


10 Reasons an Off-Season Visit Makes for an Unforgettable Vacation
Is winter a good time to visit Brevard NC and Pisgah National Forest? Most visitors come to the Brevard area during the summer for warmer temperatures, outdoor recreation activities, swimming holes in the cool mountain water, and summer camps.…

Ultimate Guide to Sliding Rock
Located just 7.6 miles from Pilot Cove inside Pisgah National Forest near Brevard and Asheville, North Carolina, Sliding Rock has been a favorite of generations of visitors to the area. The waterfall is a slick, natural 60-foot rock slide into…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

Winter Guide to Pisgah National Forest & Brevard NC!
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…