Attractions

Oconaluftee Visitor Center, 1194 Newfound Gap Rd, Cherokee, NC 28719

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is located along the border of North Carolina and Tennessee. It is renowned for its rich biodiversity, ancient mountains, and cultural history, making it the most visited national park in the U.S. The park offers stunning scenic views, hiking trails, wildlife viewing, and opportunities to explore Southern Appalachian culture. Visitors can experience attractions like Cades Cove, waterfalls, backcountry camping, and the famous synchronous fireflies event.

🚘 Distance: 307.8 miles away

431 Main St, Chimney Rock, NC 28720

Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park is a premier outdoor destination in western North Carolina, located approximately 25 miles southeast of Asheville. The park's centerpiece is the iconic 315-foot granite monolith known as Chimney Rock, which offers visitors panoramic 75-mile views of the Hickory Nut Gorge and Lake Lure. Accessible via a 26-story elevator or the Outcroppings Trail featuring over 500 steps, the summit provides breathtaking vistas of the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains. In addition to the Chimney Rock itself, the park boasts a variety of hiking trails suitable for all skill levels, including paths leading to the 404-foot Hickory Nut Falls—one of the tallest waterfalls east of the Mississippi River. The park's diverse ecosystems support over 90 rare plant species and offer opportunities for wildlife viewing.

🚘 Distance: 315.1 miles away

2802 Bahama Road Bahama, NC 27503

Lake Michie Boathouse is located within Lake Michie Park and Marina in Bahama, NC, offering a range of outdoor activities, including boating, fishing, and picnic areas. Visitors can enjoy largemouth bass fishing and rent motorboats, canoes, and kayaks to explore the scenic lake. The facility features ADA-accessible amenities, such as a boathouse, dock, and canoe/kayak launch. The lake is open seasonally from mid-March to early November and provides a peaceful environment for outdoor recreation. Additionally, campsites are available in the nearby Spruce Pine Lodge and Holly Grove areas for those seeking a more immersive nature experience.

🚘 Distance: 345.4 miles away

6254 Satterwhite Point Road, Henderson, NC, 27537

Experience the natural beauty of Kerr Lake State Recreation Area, spanning two counties along the Virginia border. This 50,000-acre reservoir paradise features eight access areas with multiple boat ramps and hundreds of campsites. Enjoy premium fishing in one of the East Coast's top lakes, along with modern amenities including community buildings and beach access. Camping options range from basic tent sites to full-service RV hookups, with fees from $15 to $145 nightly.

🚘 Distance: 349.8 miles away

5030 Kerley Road, Durham, NC 27705

Waller Family Farm, located in Durham, is a working farm offering a variety of fresh, locally grown produce, including strawberries, honey, eggs, and flowers. During the season, visitors can pick their own produce directly from the fields. The farm also sells homemade goods such as pound cake and strawberry jam. Established in 1943, Waller Family Farm has shifted its focus from tobacco to strawberries, while still maintaining livestock. The farm remains a family-operated business, and the farm’s owners encourage customers to check for updates on weather and availability before visiting.

🚘 Distance: 350.4 miles away

338 Wesley Dr Chapel Hill, NC

Breadbox Farm is an urban homestead and rabbitry located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The farm specializes in raising high-quality Netherland Dwarf rabbits, known for their excellent temperament, and is a member of both the American Rabbit Breeders Association (ARBA) and the American Netherland Dwarf Rabbit Club (ANDRC). The farm also focuses on sustainable living practices, providing educational resources on topics like rabbit care, nutrition, and health. It offers a range of services including kid’s classes, events, and the adoption of rabbits as companion animals. Breadbox Farm promotes responsible pet ownership and the benefits of a human-animal relationship.

🚘 Distance: 351.8 miles away

420 Anderson St., Durham, NC, 27705

The Sarah P. Duke Gardens consist of approximately 55 acres of landscaped and wooded areas at Duke University. There are 5 miles of allées, walks, and pathways throughout the gardens. The gardens are divided into four areas, the Historic Core and Terraces, the H.L Blomquist Garden of Native Plants, the William Louis Culberson Asiatic Arboretum, and the Doris Duke Center Gardens (including the Page-Rollins White Garden). The gardens are a memorial to Sarah Pearson Duke, mother of Mary Duke Biddle and wife of Benjamin N. Duke, one of Duke University's benefactors. There is a small shop and cafe available. While admission is free, parking fees apply.

🚘 Distance: 351.9 miles away

520 S Duke St, Durham, NC 27701

Explore scenic nature preserves featuring shaded forest trails, peaceful creeks, wetlands, wildlife habitats, open meadows, and beautiful seasonal landscapes across the Triangle. Triangle Land Conservancy preserves offer free year-round access to some of the region’s most relaxing and less-crowded outdoor spaces for hiking, nature walks, and exploration.

🚘 Distance: 353.1 miles away

706 Gilbert Street, Durham, NC 27701

Founded in 1994, SEEDS is a two-acre urban garden and kitchen classroom in the heart of Durham. SEEDS develops the capacity of young people to respect life, the earth, and each other through growing, cooking, and sharing food. We offer classes and workshops for adults and children, summer camp, volunteer opportunities, youth internships, festivals, field trips and educational outreach, community garden beds and support, and rental spaces. Or, if you simply want to use the garden as a space to relax and get away from the world, that's fine too. Check out our website for everything that's available! Come out and visit us! Hours: Tuesday - Thursday: 9 am - 2 pm Friday: 9 am - 12 pm Saturdays and Sundays: Check our calendar for select open hours

🚘 Distance: 353.7 miles away

100 Old Mason Farm Rd., Chapel Hill, NC, 27517

The North Carolina Botanical Garden inspires conservation and appreciation of plants through its gardens and programs, promoting sustainable relationships between people and nature.

🚘 Distance: 354.2 miles away

364 Leigh Farm Rd., Durham, NC, 27707

The Piedmont Wildlife Center in Durham features outdoor raptor exhibits and offers educational programs focused on wildlife conservation in its natural park setting.

🚘 Distance: 354.5 miles away

13304 Creedmoor Rd., Wake Forest, NC, 27587

Escape to tranquility at Falls Lake State Recreation Area, spanning 26,000 acres of pristine woodland surrounding a 12,000-acre lake. This outdoor paradise offers seven distinct recreation areas perfect for camping, boating, swimming, and hiking. The park features segments of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail and provides excellent opportunities for environmental education. Modern campground facilities accommodate various camping styles, with nightly rates starting at $26.

🚘 Distance: 359.6 miles away