Guidebook for Weaverville
Parks & Nature
Iparke yaseMount Mitchell
2388 NC-128Waterfalls, hiking trails, wonderful views and take your swimsuit there are even spots for splashing and wading.
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Isitsha saseDupont State
Staton RoadWaterfalls, hiking trails, wonderful views and take your swimsuit there are even spots for splashing and wading.
Take a day and drive the Blue Ridge Parkway North or South thru Asheville. The drive is amazing anytime but has to be seen to be believed in October with all the changing colors.
Several scenic spots where you can park for pictures and a few Ranger stations for questions.
Numerous places to park along the road for hiking through the woods along with several spots where a hike will get you to a waterfall to enjoy.
Blue Ridge Parkway
Blue Ridge ParkwayTake a day and drive the Blue Ridge Parkway North or South thru Asheville. The drive is amazing anytime but has to be seen to be believed in October with all the changing colors.
Several scenic spots where you can park for pictures and a few Ranger stations for questions.
Numerous places to park along the road for hiking through the woods along with several spots where a hike will get you to a waterfall to enjoy.
Iphondo lomhlaba loMntanasekazi
Chimney Rock kwi Chimney Rock State Park
431 Main StreetWalk a quarter-mile paved trail (accessible for wheelchairs or scooters) to see the mighty Upper Whitewater Falls across the valley, plummeting 411 feet. Also, take a staircase down to a second overlook. It’s located in the Nantahala National Forest, about 60 miles from Asheville.
Upper Whitewater Falls Trail Access
Walk a quarter-mile paved trail (accessible for wheelchairs or scooters) to see the mighty Upper Whitewater Falls across the valley, plummeting 411 feet. Also, take a staircase down to a second overlook. It’s located in the Nantahala National Forest, about 60 miles from Asheville.
One of the most beautiful waterfalls in the mountains is also the easiest to experience. Just 45 minutes from downtown Asheville, this 75-foot waterfall is located along the very scenic U.S. Highway 276 in Pisgah National Forest. Admire it from the roadside observation deck or take the stairs down for a closer look. When the water level is low, it’s a great place to wade and splash.
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Looking Glass Falls
U.S. 276One of the most beautiful waterfalls in the mountains is also the easiest to experience. Just 45 minutes from downtown Asheville, this 75-foot waterfall is located along the very scenic U.S. Highway 276 in Pisgah National Forest. Admire it from the roadside observation deck or take the stairs down for a closer look. When the water level is low, it’s a great place to wade and splash.
This stunning swimming hole is a short hike from the Blue Ridge Parkway. Take a half-mile trail to an idyllic setting of multiple cascades with several pools for diving or soaking in the refreshing mountain waters.
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Skinny Dip Falls
Blue Ridge ParkwayThis stunning swimming hole is a short hike from the Blue Ridge Parkway. Take a half-mile trail to an idyllic setting of multiple cascades with several pools for diving or soaking in the refreshing mountain waters.
Shopping
Asheville Outlets
800 Brevard RdBiltmore Village was built as a community for the workers building Biltmore Estates and was modeled after an English Village. Now it is home to many shops and restaurants while still maintaining the look and feel of that original village.
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Biltmore Village
Biltmore Village was built as a community for the workers building Biltmore Estates and was modeled after an English Village. Now it is home to many shops and restaurants while still maintaining the look and feel of that original village.
The Antique Tobacco Barn
75 Swannanoa River RdWonderful antique store.
Sightseeing
Black Mountain
Interesting little touristy place. Cute little shops and cafes. Mostly, it's just a good reason to head north on the Blue Ridge Parkway for a nice, beautiful drive.
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Little Switzerland
Interesting little touristy place. Cute little shops and cafes. Mostly, it's just a good reason to head north on the Blue Ridge Parkway for a nice, beautiful drive.
Arts & Culture
Birthplace of NC Gov. Zebulon B. Vance (1830-1894) The homestead is a five-room two-story log cabin with six log outbuildings: the corn crib, springhouse, smokehouse, loom house, slave house, and toolhouse. Buildings are furnished to evoke the period from 1795- 1840, including a few original pieces from the homestead. Admission is free, donations are accepted and appreciated.
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Vance Birthplace
911 Reems Creek RdBirthplace of NC Gov. Zebulon B. Vance (1830-1894) The homestead is a five-room two-story log cabin with six log outbuildings: the corn crib, springhouse, smokehouse, loom house, slave house, and toolhouse. Buildings are furnished to evoke the period from 1795- 1840, including a few original pieces from the homestead. Admission is free, donations are accepted and appreciated.
Not really a museum but more a representation of how life was in the early 1900s. Built by George Vanderbilt, the <a href="http://www.biltmore.com/visit/biltmore-house-gardens/estate-history">house</a> was designed by architect Richard Morris Hunt and Frederick Law Olmsted (designer of Central Park) was the landscape architect. The estate was modeled after estates in England to be self sustaining and included both indoor plumbing and electricity. Extensive gardens and miles of trails are just part of this 8000 acre estate.
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Biltmore House
78 Starnes AveNot really a museum but more a representation of how life was in the early 1900s. Built by George Vanderbilt, the <a href="http://www.biltmore.com/visit/biltmore-house-gardens/estate-history">house</a> was designed by architect Richard Morris Hunt and Frederick Law Olmsted (designer of Central Park) was the landscape architect. The estate was modeled after estates in England to be self sustaining and included both indoor plumbing and electricity. Extensive gardens and miles of trails are just part of this 8000 acre estate.
Food Scene
Well-Bred Bakery & Cafe
232 Reems Creek RdTwisted Laurel
10A S Main StGreat food.
Glass Onion
18 N Main StEntertainment & Activities
Just outside of Weaverville, Reems Creek Golf Club is a semi-private Par-72 course 'reminiscent of the look and feel of the Scottish Highlands.'
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Reems Creek Golf Club
36 Pink Fox Cove RdJust outside of Weaverville, Reems Creek Golf Club is a semi-private Par-72 course 'reminiscent of the look and feel of the Scottish Highlands.'
Essentials
Ingles Markets
140 Weaver Blvd