The Ultimate Guide to Summer in WNC
We are feeling the summertime weather this week in Western North Carolina! It’s time to get outside and enjoy summer in the mountains, so we’ve rounded up the best things to do this summer in WNC. How many can you check off? ⤵️
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1. The Gorge Zipline
Instagram: @thegorgezipline
Location: 166 Honey Bee Dr, Saluda, NC
The Gorge is a tree-based zip line canopy adventure with 11 zip lines, sky-bridges, and 3 free-fall rappels - dropping 1,100 feet in elevation! Designed by the leaders in the canopy tour industry, The Gorge features hands-free breaking for maximum safety and fun!
2. Hilltop Ice Cream Shop
Instagram: @hilltopicecreamshop
Location: 520 Old US Hwy 74, Fairview, NC
Fairview's only Homemade Ice Cream Shop. We feature over 30 Homemade Ice Cream flavors, including vegan and sugar-free options. As well as homemade hot fudge and hand rolled waffle cones.
3. Chow Chow
Instagram: @chowchow_avl
Join us this summer for Chow Chow: A Culinary Event Series in Asheville, North Carolina, during three weekends of events running June 23-26, August 4-7, and September 8-11. This year’s programming includes fun, delicious and educational events that celebrate the unique foodways of Southern Appalachia.
4. Navitat Canopy Adventures
Instagram: @navitat
Location: 242 Poverty Branch Rd, Barnardsville, NC
Navitat is an experienced company; here to thrill, educate, and inspire. Enjoy the ride. At Navitat, you’re in great hands.
5. The Never Ending Flower Farm
Instagram: @theneverendingflowerfarm
Location: 152 Tom Harris Trail, Barnardsville, NC
Come out and pick yourself a mountain grown bouquet in the beautiful Big Ivy community. This is a unique experience for the family, bridal parties or if you just need some flower therapy. Bring a picnic to enjoy after you've picked flowers. Check out our covered shed to rent for private parties and small gatherings.
No dogs please.
6. NC Outdoor Adventures
Instagram: @ncoutdooradventures
Location: 1173 Whitson Branch Rd, Bakersville, NC
NCOA offers 20+ adventure trips for all ages & abilities amidst the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. Trips run year-round and include tubing, kayaking, whitewater rafting, rock climbing, waterfall rappelling, Fall waterfall-foliage brewery tours, and lodging. Your next adventure starts here, explore your world!
7. Wai Mauna SUP Tours
Instagram: @waimaunasup
Location: 192 Riverside Dr, Asheville, NC
The best way to go paddleboarding on the French Broad River in Asheville! Offering guided tours, rentals, lessons, shuttles and private lake house delivery, Wai Mauna are the Asheville paddleboard specialists—join us for sunrise at 5:30am!
8. Nantahala Village Riding Stables
Location: 9400 US-19, Bryson City, NC
Located nine miles west of Bryson City NC Nantahala Village Riding Stables offers a fun family friendly horseback riding experience. If you have never ridden before , or have limited experience, we will show you the basic tips and instructions on riding before hitting the trail. Our trails are located in the Nantahala National Forest. Wooded area overlooking Fontana Lake.
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