Buncombe County River Parks
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- Buncombe County River Parks – services 7 river parks located throughout the Asheville area.
- The river parks offer grills, picnic tables, trails and access to the French Broad River
Fishing
- Kayaking
- Tubing
- Swimming
- Fishing
- Boating
- Pool
- Indoor Pool
- Marina
- Rafting
- Paddling
- Guides
- Boat Rentals
- River Access
- Fishing Pole Rental
- Swimming Pool
Danny’s Fish-n-Camp
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- Offers 2 different pond
- Fresh water Rainbow Trout, Bass and Catfish
- Fishing Rod Rental Available
- Primitive campsites
Davidson River Outfitters
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- Offers guided fishing trips
DB Bar D Outfitters
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- Offers guided and semi-guided fishing, hunting, and other outdoor experiences
- Weekend camp outs
DuPont State Recreational Forest
High Falls parking lot, 1300 Staton Rd
Cedar Mountain, NC
Cedar Mountain, NC
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DuPont State Recreational Forest encompasses 10,268 acres in Henderson and Transylvania counties that include waterfalls and 80 miles of roads and trails wandering through mountainous terrain. Open to the public for hiking, mountain biking, swimming, and horseback riding. Fishing is allowed with a valid NC fishing license. Hunting is by special permit only. Many scenes from the 2012 hit movie, The Hunger Games and the 1992 film, The Last of the Mohicans were shot in DuPont State Recreational Forest. The Hunger Games were filmed entirely in North Carolina. Download the Hunger Games film locations.
Hooker Falls on Little River has become a popular swimming hole, dropping off a 13-foot high natural ledge before flowing into Cascade Lake.
- Bicycle Trails
- Nature Trails
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Picnic Area
Open Year-Round
Headwaters Outfitters
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- Fishing Trips
- Paddling
- Tubing
- Guided Tours
Lake James State Park
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- Reservations or Fees
- Nature Trails
- Swimming
- Boating, Canoeing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Picnic Area
- Camping
Open Year Round
Lake Julian Park & Recreation Area
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Lake Julian Park is a family recreational facility located on the banks of 300-acre Lake Julian in Arden, off of Long Shoals Road.
- Reservations or Fees
- Nature Trails
- Playground
- Boating, Canoeing
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- Open Year-round
Lake Lure Beach, Marina & Water Park
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The Lake Lure 27 miles of shoreline was selected by National Geographic as one of the Ten Most Spectacular man-made lakes in the World. The lake offers a marina, boat rentals & tours and a sandy beach. Located 14 miles east of Hendersonville
- Reservation or Fees
- Dog Parks
- Swimming
- Basketball Court
- Playground
- Tennis
- Boating, Canoeing
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- Open May – September
Lake Powhatan Recreation Area & Campground
375 Wesley Branch Rd
Asheville, NC 28806
Asheville, NC 28806
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Lake Powhatan offers a sandy beach, swimming, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, picnic area, campground, trails, and educational programs. Lake Powhatan is located just minutes from Asheville.
- Bicycle Trails
- Reservations or Fees
- Nature Trails
- Swimming
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Picnic Area
- Camping
- Glamping
Open year-round
Nantahala Outdoor Center
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- Whitewater Rafting
- Paddling
- Kayaking.
- Fishing
- Guided Tours
- Bike Rentals
North Carolina Fishing Requirements
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- Fishing License
Children under 16 years of age do not require a North Carolina fishing license but must be accompanied by a licensed adult or possess the license of a parent or guardian. License can be obtained by calling 1-888-2HUNTFISH or at various local retail outlets. (License not required at privately owned trout ponds/farms where admission is charged) http://www.ncwildlife.org - Henderson County NC Hunting & Fishing License Outlets
Carolina Ace Hardware
911 Greenville Hwy., Hendersonville, NC 28792
828-697-2237 - Five Points Grocery
26 Stepp Mill Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28792
828-685-7456 - Walmart
250 Highlands Square Dr, Hendersonville, NC 28792
828-696-8285
North Mills River Recreation Area & Campground
5289 N Mills River Road
Horse Shoe, NC 28742
Horse Shoe, NC 28742
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North Mills River Recreational Area is located in Henderson County, just 13 miles from Downtown Hendersonville.
- Bicycle Trails
- Reservation or Fees
- Nature Trails
- Swimming
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Picnic Areas
- Camping (reservations required)
- Tubing (bring your own tube)
- Horseback riding trails
Open Year Round
In Season Facilities Open April 1 – October 31
Pisgah National Forest
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The Pisgah National Forest’s 501,691 acres stretches across the eastern edge of Western North Carolina’s mountains. he closest section to Hendersonville is the Pisgah Ranger District, which includes attractions such as Looking Glass Falls, Sliding Rock, Pisgah Forest State Fish Hatchery, Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education, The Cradle of Forestry and the North Mills River Recreational Area.
- Hiking Trails
- Fishing
- Camping
- Picnic Sites
- Waterfalls.
Southern Appalachian Anglers LLC
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- Offers a professional, full-service, guided waded fly fishing and float trips.
- Specializing in small mouth bass, musky, and trout in the rivers of Western NC.
- They are a licensed and insured fishing guide outfitter.
- All guides are CPR and First Aid certified.
Up Close Outfitters, LLC
1906 Sugarloaf Mountain Rd.
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Hendersonville, NC 28792
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- Offering professional North Carolina fly fishing guide service
- Wade and float trips available
