"I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth."

Psalm 121: 1-2

Brevard, North Carolina is home to Ella's family and where she spent many summers at “Nana Camp.” It’s also where T.J. was unofficially welcomed into the family by going down Sliding Rock in the December cold.

With over 250 waterfalls, hiking, charming downtown spots and famous white squirrels, Brevard offers plenty to explore, and we hope you enjoy making a weekend of it with us. Check out our recommendations below!

Shop around Main Street and art galleries in downtown Brevard, hike Looking Glass Rock, John Rock, and trails within DuPont State Recreational Forest and Pisgah National Forest, explore Looking Glass Falls, take a slide down Sliding Rock, guided fishing through Davidson River Outfitters, & canoeing and kayaking through Headwaters Outfitters.

The Bohemian, Falls Landing, Wild Morel, Rocky's Grill & Soda Shop, The Square Root, Bracken Mountain Bakery, Pisgah Inn, Oskar Blues Brewery, Ecusta Brewery, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co, & Dolly's Dairy Bar.

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Highlands and Cashiers are a 45-minute to 1-hour drive from Brevard, making for a fun day trip.

Shop downtown Highlands, explore the Shops at Cashiers Commons, Cashiers Farmers Market, Whiteside Mountain Trail, Dry Falls, & Silver Run Falls.

Madison's Restaurant, Ristorante Paoletti, The Ruffed Grouse, Four65 Woodfire Bistro and Bar, Canyon Kitchen, The Fix Restaurant Bar and Lounge, Oak Steakhouse Highlands, Whiteside Brewing Company, Buck's Coffee Cafe.