High Falls parking lot, 1300 Staton Rd
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
111 E Main St.
Saluda, NC 28773
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- Located in the beautiful Green River Gorge near Saluda.
- Guided Whitewater Trips
- Kayaking
- Waterfall Treks
- Swimming Hole Hikes
- Water Rappelling
- All Ages & Skills
2724 Memorial Hwy
Lake Lure, NC 28746
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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
375 Wesley Branch Rd
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
5289 N Mills River Road
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
114 E. Clairmont Drive
Hendersonville, NC
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- Reservation or Fees
- Nature Trails
- Swimming Pool (open 7 days during summer season)
- Athletic Field
- Racquet Ball
- Basketball Court
- Playground
- Tennis
- Picnic Area
- Open Year Round
7851 Pisgah Highway
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
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- Parking fees during summer season (Memorial Day – Labor Day), and on weekends until end of October
- Restrooms available when park is staffed (see above)
- Located 7.6 miles from the junction of US Highways 64 and 276
- 60-foot smooth rock face natural water slide that leads down into a 7-foot deep pool
- Lifeguard on duty May – September, as well as Saturdays & Sundays until the end of October from 10am – 6pm
- Personal Flotation Devices available when park is staffed ($5)
See website for rules and regulations!
70 Court Plaza
Asheville, NC 28802
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- Interactive dancing water fountains located in Pack Square in Downtown Asheville
- 21 jets of water that run in 12 combinations.
- The fountain usually operates from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. 7 days a week from April through September.
