AREA ACTIVITIES
You’ll find lots of recreational activities and attractions around the
Blue Ridge Mountains in Hot Springs North Carolina including:
hiking, rafting, fishing, sightseeing, and festivals.
French Broad River
The Hot Springs area is popular for many outdoor activities:
hiking– Appalachian Trail passes through town, and is also
accessible at Max Patch Bald
rafting– several rafting companies host rafting trips on the French Broad River
fishing– many streams are stocked with trout including Spring Creek which is a mile fromWilderness Lodge.
Other fishing options are the French Broad River, and Laurel River near Hot Springs.
sightseeing– the mountains are scenic, and rich with history.
Just driving and stopping at various scenic spots can be an enjoyable day.
You might even see a bear like the one shown below that was across from my home!
geocaching– a treasure hunt-like adventure
Bear in Spring Creek
Other attractions and activities that you may want to consider while staying at
Wilderness Lodge include:
Biltmore Estate/Asheville
Largest privately owned home in the U.S.
Cherokee Reservation & Harrah’s Casino/Cherokee
Native American reservation with shops, and activities; casino
www.visitcherokeenc.com
Horseback riding in Madison County
Sandy Bottom Trail Rides
Great Smoky Mountain Railroad
Day trips through the scenic mountains
Blue Ridge Parkway
Drive- enjoy the scenery, stop- hike, dine- at the Pisgah Inn
Hot Springs Spas
Maybe after a day of hiking a soak in a hot tub
of naturally heated spring water would be soothing, or maybe a massage!
~ Reservations on weekends, holidays,spring & summer should be booked 2 weeks in advance ~
Fowler Farms Sporting Clays
Clay shooting in Spring Creek. Fun for the experienced or novice shooter.
www.fowlerfarmssportingclays.com
Split Mountain Quail & Preserve
Quail hunting in Spring Creek; seasonal
www.splitmtnquailandpreserve.com
~ Brochure for activities, attractions, restaurants are available at Wilderness Lodge ~
Music/sound effect:
Nature Sounds- Easy Listening