Location: North Carolina Mountains < North Carolina < USA
Nearest Airport: Asheville Regional (AVL)
at 25
Miles
There is so much to do in the area that you may not know where to begin. Sightseeing, a visit to the renowned Biltmore Estate, and antique and craft shopping generally top the agendas of many visitors. Outdoor lovers may want to plan a whitewater rafting adventure, horseback riding excursion, or even a hiking or biking journey through the mountain scenery. Fishing, golf, tennis and canoing are all nearby. Time your Smoky Mountain visit to coincide with one of the many local festivals, including Belle Chere in Asheville in the summer, the summer Sourwood Festival in Black Mountain, the fall Leaf Festival at Camp Rockmont in Black Mountain, and other year-round special events all over the area. Many restaurants and pubs feature great live music amid the wonderful laid-back mountain atmosphere.