Elizabeth & Brian

May 19, 2024 • Highlands, North Carolina

Elizabeth & Brian

May 19, 2024 • Highlands, North Carolina

Things to Do

Golf

Old Edwards Club

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688 Highlands Cove Drive, Cashiers, NC 28717, USA
(828) 526-1783

Old Edwards Club features an 18-hole, Tom Jackson-designed championship golf course on over 200 stunning acres, cascading along one of the highest ridges on the East Coast. Old Edwards Club is a private club accessible to members and guests of Old Edwards Inn and 200 Main.


The Club includes The Grill Room with a grand dining porch, a sun porch, a fitness center with locker rooms, an outdoor heated mineral pool, clay tennis courts, and a fully stocked golf shop.

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The Saddle at GlenCove

Named for the beautiful terrain between two mountain ridges, The Saddle at Glen Cove is a lighted, 12-hole, par-3 walking course for all ages and skill levels with a putting course and short-game practice area. Inside the Entertainment Barn, the state-of-the-art golf simulator lounge will be a favorite spot for getting your game on with friends while not on the course. The Saddle allows golfers to play in larger groups outside traditional foursomes.


FEATURES:​

Short game practice area

World-class putting course

Lighted 12-hole, par-3 golf course

Convenient and easily accessible to Highlands and Cashiers

Rental clubs are available

Golf Pro Shop

PGA instruction

The Spa at Old Edwards Inn

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16 Church St Box 2130, Highlands, NC 28741, USA
(828) 526-9887

Due to high demand, we suggest you make spa reservations upon booking your room to ensure availability. Book Online or call 828-526-9887 to book.

Hiking

Whiteside Mountain Trail

Length: 1.9mi loop

Difficulty: Moderate

Dog Friendly: Yes

Kid Friendly: Yes


Whiteside Mountain Trail is located just 10 minutes outside of Highlands. You would never guess it’s so close to the town when your on this hike. The jaw-dropping cliff walls exceed 700ft!


You can choose to hike this one clockwise or counterclockwise since it’s a loop. If you hike it clockwise (by going up the stairs), you’ll start with a pretty steep ascent up the mountain and then your descent will be a lot more gradual. It’s just the opposite if you hike it counterclockwise (by going up the road to the left).

Silver Run Falls

Length: 0.2mi out & back

Difficulty: Easy

Dog Friendly: Yes

Kid Friendly: Yes


If you find yourself in need of a backup plan due to the parking situation at Whiteside (there’s a decent amount of parking but it’s a popular spot so it’s not uncommon for the parking lot to be full), finish up at Whiteside and want something else to do, or simply want to go on a quick waterfall adventure, check out Silver Run Falls!


The parking area is a small pull-off along NC Highway 107. There’s a large sign for the trailhead at the righthand side of the parking lot, so it’s impossible to miss. Follow this trail and in just minutes, you’ll be standing in front of a this 20ft waterfall.

Brookings Anglers - Highlands

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273 Spring St, Highlands, NC 28741, USA
(828) 482-9444

Highlands is Fly Fishing country. Let one of our local outfitters show your team the ins and outs. Choose a fly fishing trip, casting clinic or fly tieing lesson – with optional picnic with wine.

Outdoor Lawn Games & Other Fun Activities

Ask about Old Edwards' various team activities such as Volleyball, Cornhole, Bocce Ball, Badminton, Horseshoes and Karaoke.

828-787-2625