Outdoor Activities for Guests of Asheville Cabin Rentals

If getting out into the Great Outdoors is your idea of a perfect vacation experience, then Asheville is for you. Vacationers staying in Asheville rentals can enjoy hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding on hundreds of miles of trails. The biggest trek can be found on the Appalachian Trail, which runs through part of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and parts of Pisgah National Forest. The Blue Ridge Parkway is also close at hand. Popular spots include Mount Mitchell, the highest peak east of the Mississippi River, Mount Pisgah, and Craggy Gardens, known for an abundance of waterfalls.

Fishing and boating fans can find plenty to keep them busy during their Asheville vacation. South of Asheville, guests of Lake Julian vacation rentals will find great fishing for bass, bream, catfish, and even imported tilapia. Sailing and canoeing are also popular lake activities. Although no boats are allowed on scenic Lake Powhatan, located in the Pisgah National Forest, there are plenty of good fishing holes and a pristine beach that appeals to tanning aficionados.

Visitors staying in Lake Lure cabin rentals, located about 25 miles southeast of Asheville, will find a sandy beach that is perfect for tossing down a towel and working on your tan. Anglers can catch bass, bream, and trout, while outdoor enthusiasts can participate in any water sport imaginable. The Lake Lure Marina will gladly rent you jet skis, wave runners, paddle boats, canoes, and kayaks, or arrange for a pleasure cruise on the lake.

The Asheville area's many mountain streams are perfect for trout fishing. When you hire a fly fishing guide in Asheville, you'll have access to all the best fishing spots. Experienced local guides and outfitters include Hunter Banks (800-227-6732), Altamont Anglers (828-252-9266), and Asheville Drifters (828-215-7379).