Turtleback Falls, NC

Watch the fun at Turtleback Falls in Pisgah National Park, a super summer swimming hole in the North Carolina mountains. Hike from Gorges State Park. It's a 3.5-mile roundtrip moderate hike to the cascading waterfall that creates a natural water slide. A short distance down the river is gorgeous Rainbow Falls. Located about 55 miles from Asheville near the scenic US 64 Highway. For more info, go to www.romanticasheville.com/turtleback-falls.

Lake Glenville, NC

Take a tour of beautiful Lake Glenville, high in the North Carolina mountains near Cashiers. Located in Jackson County, the lake features a beach, islands and waterfalls to explore. Rent a pontoon boat at Signal Ridge Marina for a relaxing day on the water, surrounding by mountain scenery. Read more: www.romanticasheville.com/lake_glenville.htm

Roan Mountain, NC - Appalachian Trail Hike

Hike with us on the Appalachian Trail across the balds of Roan Mountain on the North Carolina and Tennessee state line. It's one of most scenic sections of the entire AT. Right now, see the massive displays of rhododendron in bloom. See panoramic mountain views as you hike across several balds, with the first peak just 3/4 of a mile from the parking area! Take a picnic. This is definitely one of our favorite hiking trips in the Asheville area. See many details: www.romanticasheville.com/roan.htm