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A short 2 hour drive from Atlanta, the Highlands in North Carolina feels like a world away from metro Atlanta. Maybe it is the ~4,100+ elevation, a warm wood burning fire, the views of the Appalachian mountain range…or just the champagne
There is just something special about being in the mountains during the spring time.
There is plenty to do in and around the Highlands. What’s your favorite thing to see, experience or place to eat in this area?
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Which part exactly?
That part of Carolina is gorgeous. I’d see Blue Ridge parkway if it isn’t too far away
My family has had a mountain home in Highlands for 15 years now. I absolutely love that area. So many great hiking trails and downtown Highlands and Cashiers are such cute towns!! Suggest this place to anyone who wants a beautiful, quiet mountain get away! Usually don’t comment but could not resist seeing this post and not giving a shout out to my second home 😉 p.s. Ask Mommy Points about it. She been there several times with me and loves it!
Where is baby flyer’s glass? 🙂
Man last night Freddie Awards with Delta Points and tonight all the way up there! You are quick.
Thanks all.
Hi Jettyboy – Baby Weekly Flyer had own “bottle” all to self (not pictured) and had already retired.
Love western North Carolina! I have family in the Franklin area and we regularly head towards highlands as well. Highlands has some great hiking and waterfalls. We usually visit the Nature Center and botanical gardens. If you are up for an adventure (and a bit of a drive) we also love to go rafting on the Nantahala or tubing at Deep Creek, both about an hour away in the Bryson City area. But, you may want warmer weather for those cold water options.
Western North Carolina is my favorite part of my home state. Enjoy!