Dupont Waterfall Tour

This area boasts simply the most amazing array of waterfalls anywhere in NC, and all within one and one-half miles of one another. Maybe that's why parts of "Last of the Mohicans" was filmed here at Dupont State Forest. For the photographer, the diversity and perspectives are second to none, and everyone will enjoy the thrill of standing beneath a waterfall or a swim beneath Hooker Falls . This tour is accessible for people of all ages and ability levels.

Highlights: Hooker, Triple, High Falls
Trip Duration: 2 hours

Ideal For: everyone

Day In Panthertown Vallery

Looking for the all-day mind-blowing hike that encompasses the essence of Western NC? Having been called the mini- Yosemite of the east, Panthertown Valley is home to nearly every geographical feature known to the southeast. This hike will leave you absolutely amazed. Countless waterfalls, mountain vistas, rockfaces, wildflowers, and wildlife dominate the scenery. In addition to your hike, possibilities at Panthertown are plentiful and include swimming, sun bathing, mountain biking, rock climbing, and fly fishing.

Highlights: Big Green Mtn. , Little Green Mtn. waterfalls and swimming holes
Trip Duration: all day

Ideal For: everyone

Appalachian Trail - Hot Springs

Hike the famous 2,100-mile Appalachian Trail . Don't stress; you and your guide will hike either four miles south bound or eighteen miles north into the town of Hot Springs . The north bound section will begin at Max Patch, a bald overlook with 360-degree views. At lunch time, enjoy a gourmet lunch on the trail. Your hike will conclude as you arrive in the small town of Hot Springs and immediately head to the Hot Springs Resort. Here, you'll soak in private, hot mineral baths overlooking French Broad River and reflect on the day.

Highlights: Max Patch, French Broad River , Hot Springs
Trip Duration: 3 hours south bound, 8 hours north bound

Ideal For: avid hikers, couples

Swimming Hole Splash

Cool off from the summer heat mountain style! We have carefully selected the best swimming holes in WNC. Sure to be the highlight of your vacation, you and your family will visit two private swimming holes and enjoy a gourmet lunch along the way. Relax and unwind as you swim in the mountain water. This is a great way to experience the Blue Ridge wilderness and escape the summer heat at the same time.

Highlights: water, nature, water
Trip Duration: 3 to 5 hours

Ideal For: families, groups, couples

Hikes and Brews

Nothing spells post hike bliss like enjoying a cold local microbrew. Asheville is quickly becoming a mecca in the south for microbreweries, boasting four within the city limits (more than any other city in the state)! Combine any of our day hikes with an afternoon visit to three local microbreweries.

Brewerys visited:
French Broad Brewing
Green Man Brewing Co.
Asheville Brewing Company

Price: call for quote: (828)-277-1528