This attraction is only 5 minutes from the wedding venue and about a 2.5 hour trip down the river. There are guided and unguided options for rafting. A lot of fun, but plan to have to paddle and get wet. This isn't exactly a relaxing float down a stream.

This hike's trailhead/parking area is 20 minutes from the wedding venue. There are tons of hiking opportunities if you search for them in the area, but this one has a great payoff of wide ranging views at 'the pinnacle'. The hike is up to 7 miles total. Hiking here and parking is free, but you must fill out a permit at the trailhead or online before setting off on the hike.

Poteet Park has plenty of tables and benches for visitors to relax and enjoy the great outdoors. The park features a playground and basketball court, making it a great spot for families to spend an afternoon. This park is ~ 12 minutes away from the wedding venue

This relatively inexpensive bowling place is only 12 minutes from the venue. In addition to bowling, they have an arcade area featuring air hockey, pool, and more. However, do keep in mind that they are closed on Sundays.

This is approximately 1 hour from Whittier in Asheville, NC (our home town). The Biltmore Estate is the largest privately owned residential home in the US. You can get a tour of the residence, eat at any one of their restaurants, or get a grounds pass to explore the acres of trails and gardens they have on site.

This is a current art display taking place at the Biltmore Estate about an hour from Whittier. Dale Chihuly’s work has been featured in museums and gardens around the world.

"Specially curated for Biltmore, a new experience of the world-renowned artist’s iconic creations awaits your discovery within the intimate gallery setting of Amherst at Deerpark"

If you are flying into the Asheville Airport, the Sierra Nevada Taproom & Restaurant is a great place to grab a meal. Aside from alcohol, they have great food and a nice outdoor space to explore. There are tons of brewing companies and tap rooms in Asheville (aka Beer City, USA), but this is personally my favorite for food and atmosphere.