Brevard is nestled in the heart of Transylvania County and the North Carolina mountains. Just a short 45-minute drive from Asheville, Brevard has something for everyone! It’s home to a thriving art, outdoor, and adventure scene! With over 250 waterfalls, you’re bound to see some water. Walk, hike, bike, or even climb your way through Brevard and try to see if you can all that the area has to offer. Here are some fun weekend things to do in Brevard, though we definitely think you’ll want to stay for longer!
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Weekend Things to Do in Brevard
Stay Somewhere Cozy
You can never go wrong with the Holiday Inn when choosing your Brevard hotel. However, we think it’s best to soak up as much nature as possible and the best way to do that is by staying at a Bed and Breakfast, especially if the weather in Brevard isn’t cooperating. That way you can sit back and enjoy a nice view if you’re staying at the right place. Our jumping-off point for weekend things to do in Brevard is The Pines Country Inn. That place is great and not just for its magnificent views from the main house. They also offer an incredible breakfast. Honestly, the grits at The Pines are still the best we’ve ever had!
The Pines Country Inn ranked among our favorite hotels in North Carolina. If you can’t get in there, check here for the best prices on Brevard NC hotels!
Scope Out the Downtown
What should you do first of all the weekend things to do in Brevard? Walk around Downtown. It’s fairly small and Highway 64 cuts right through, temporarily turning into Broad Street while doing so. It’s a cozy place for walking and there are plenty of fun places to visit. You’ll find a lot of kitschy little shops that compliment the town’s art scene and businesses.
Keep Up on Events in Brevard
There’s also a steady year-round Brevard event calendar that can keep any visitor busy throughout the year. Many people come out for the July 4th and Halloweenfest Celebrations, but Memorial Day Weekend’s White Squirrel Festival is the best-known game in town.
Explore Restaurants in Brevard
Rocky’s Grill and Soda Shop.
Brevard has a nice food scene and while walking around Downtown, you should stop by Rocky’s Grill & Soda Shop (above, left) for an old-fashioned milkshake, fountain cherry coke, and a hot dog! If you find yourself outside of the town and are craving some of that traditional western North Carolina barbecue, Hawg Wild has some incredible ribs and pulled pork!
Drink Well
There are also some nice places to grab a drink or pint in town, including Brevard Brewing Company. Of course, you can’t leave Brevard without a brew from Oskar Blues Brewery! Enjoy a pint of their famed Dale’s Pale Ale or the lesser known Hotbox Coffee IPA. Sit under their large outdoor carport with a bucket of peanuts and make friends around you!
Sure, you had to know we’d include Oskar Blues in our weekend things to do in Brevard but we also mentioned it on NC Tripping in our
Find a Waterfall
Brevard is known as the “Land of Waterfalls,” so naturally, chasing them is the top weekend thing to do in Brevard when it’s nice! Many are found within Pisgah National Forest, though you can find more at nearby Nantahala National Forest and Dupont State Forest. Sliding Rock is a natural waterslide that attracts many tourists! Grab your swimsuit and $3 for admission and slide your heart away!
Key Falls. Moore Cove Falls.
While Sliding Rock is the most popular destination, there are plenty of hidden gems to get you out from all the crowds. Some waterfalls like Looking Glass Falls are accessible right off the road. Others like Moore Cove (below, right) require a bit of a hike. Either way, it’s worth the journey to marvel at the gushing water!
Getting to Moore Cove Falls is one of the best ways to enjoy fall hiking in North Carolina, too!
Find More Brevard Waterfalls
If you have some extra time and want to see the most epic waterfall around- head south to Upper Whitewater Falls (above, left). It claims to be the tallest waterfall east of the Mississippi River, though there seems to be some controversy surrounding that.
Another great waterfall to catch on your way out of town to the Blue Ridge Parkway is French Broad and Bird Rock Falls. These falls are technically on private property, but the community of Living Waters Ministry allows people to access the falls. Park on the side of the road and just remember to be respectful of the environment as you marvel at the epic view!
We’ve also included these Brevard area waterfalls more that you can’t miss here.
Go Beyond Waterfalls
If you want to get outside not specifically to see waterfalls, Silvermont Park surrounds the beautiful Silvermont Mansion and is a nice way to spend a morning or afternoon. For cycling in Brevard, many folks come for the Parkway Loop, and there’s all the route that runs from Downtown to Pisgah Visitors Center. There are also opportunities for horse riding if that’s what you’d like to do when visiting. Golfers will look to Connestee Falls Golf Club first, as it’s a pretty highly regarded place to tee off.
Our Thoughts and Yours, Too!
I hope you can visit this wonderful spot in western North Carolina. If you have, what did you think of it? If not, where would you start your Brevard weekend? Regardless of whether you’ve been or planning to visit Brevard, we’d love to read your thoughts in the comments section below!
This article was originally created on December 1,
That small town feel combined with stunning nature make for a fabulous combination guys. I love it. NC has tons to offer.
Thank you, Ryan. Totally agree on all fronts. Hope you can make it to this part of the state soon:)