Amenities Book Digital

RECREATION
The mild Western North Carolina climate and the defined four seasons in Henderson
County allow for year-round outdoor activities at nearby attractions among the
beautiful mountains.
DuPont State Forest is the most visited state forest in North Carolina, with six
outstanding waterfalls and several lakes. The forest offers over 80 miles of trail, nearly
all of which is open to both equestrians and mountain bikers. It is also interesting to
note that the recent blockbuster hit The Hunger Games was filmed here.
Pisgah National Forest is a great place for those interested in camping, picnicking,
swimming, fishing, hunting, canoeing, rock climbing, rafting, tubing, and bird and
butterfly watching.
The Great Smoky Mountain National Park, one America's most visited parks, offers
many acres of forest, hiking trails, waterfalls, and a diversity of plant and animal life.
The Blue Ridge Parkway, "America's Favorite Drive" is filled with outstanding scenery
and recreational opportunities such as campgrounds, picnic areas, trails and lodges.
Chimney Rock Park, in Lake Lure, NC is located at a soaring elevation of 2,280 feet with
75-mile views.
The North Carolina Arboretum is a wonderful resource for education and conservation,
offers classes, workshops and nature walks.
The Carl Sandburg National Historic Site offers a guided house tour, a dairy goat barn
and five miles of trails with over 500 species of vascular plants.
The French Broad River meanders through the area and provides opportunities for
rafting, canoeing, kayaking, fishing and simply enjoying the surrounding forests of
flowering dogwoods, poplars, and mossy sycamores.
Year-round Golf! Pleasant summer days and mild winters allow golfers to enjoy the
pastime all 12 months of the year. Our 10 local golf courses offer everything from lavish
golf communities to open-after-dark par 3's, with many private and public, semi-private
and resort options.
Champion Hills Golf Club *Crooked Creek Golf Club *Cummings Cove Golf & Country
Club *Etowah Valley Country Club & Golf Lodge *French Broad Golf Center
*Hendersonville Country Club *High Vista Country Club *Kenmure Golf Club *Orchard
Trace Golf Club
Fitness Centers:
Henderson County Family YMCA Since 1961, the Henderson County Family YMCA has
been a vital part of our community with a tradition of providing a safe environment for
all ages who seek a healthy lifestyle through programs and activities. The YMCA is your
destination to make friends and reach your personal fitness goals.