Biltmore is Blake & Ashleys favorite place to visit. With it being 2 hours from the venue and is a great place to see and have a day trip.

Fun Fact: this is where they had their engagement photos taken as well!

Take a tour through the forests with Nantahala Gorge Canopy Tours, and NOC Adventure Park. All offer instruction and have professional guides to help you along the way.

Scenic excursions leave from Bryson City, cross Fontana Lake and travel through the Nantahala River Gorge.

Several stables are nearby for trail riding or lessons with rides into the Smoky Mountains, including Horseshoe Creek, Nantahala Village, Chunky Gal Stables, and Appalachian Trail Rides.

The Hawkesdene House lies close to some of the best trout streams known. And for lake fishing – boat rentals are available on Fontana Lake, Lake Santeetlah, Nantahala Lake and Hiawassee Lake. You can read NC Fishing regulations and even get your license online before you come to visit.

One of America’s most beautiful byways, a 40+ mile excursion that rivals the Blue Ridge Parkway.