Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport 1 hr 43
River Arts District (34 min) Art Craggy Gardens Visitor Center (56 min) Information center offering history guides maps & mountain views close to trails & a picnic spot. Douglas Falls (1 hr 39) Waterfall Catawba Falls (31 min) Mossy & shady forest trail leading to a series of waterfalls on the Catawba River. Mount Mitchell State Park (1 hr 11) 1 946-acre park on the highest peak east of the Mississippi with camping hiking & panoramic views. Botanical Gardens At Asheville (33 min) A half-mile trail meanders through these gardens that feature 600 species of Appalachian plants. Folk Art Center (27 min) Galleries of traditional & modern Southern Appalachian crafts with a library & gift shop. Great Craggy Mountains (55 min) Mountain range & recreation spot known for hiking seasonal rhododendron gardens & striking views. Blue Ridge National Heritage Area (29 min) Heritage region known for its many recreational & cultural activities from nature walks to museums. Thomas Wolfe Memorial (31 min) Memorial museum in the childhood home of writer Thomas Wolfe with exhibits & educational programs. Western North Carolina Nature Center (29 min) A zoo exploring flora & fauna of the Southern Appalachian region with more than 60 animal species. Craggy Pinnacle (56 min) |