While we love summer, it can be hot! So, we’ve gathered up a few ways to cool off this summer in Asheville.
Waterfalls in Asheville
Take a dip or take a photo of one of many Asheville waterfalls that inhabit this area. From waterfalls you can slide down to waterfalls that can be admired from afar, visit these waterfalls in Asheville.
Sliding Rock
On a hot summer day will see dozens of visitors sliding down the gentle cascades and splashing into the pool of water below, at Sliding Rock. Not exactly a place to go for solitude – unless it’s a weekday in the off-season – but a fantastic choice for family fun and staying cool this summer.
Looking Glass Falls
The most beautiful waterfalls in Pisgah National Forest happens to be easily accessed from the road, so there’s no work required to enjoy nature’s splendor. Stone stairs lead to the base of the falls where you can get a better view. Parking can be tough on a busy day, but a stop here is a must!
Cedar Rock Falls
Looking for some nice waterfalls and a short, easy hike? Then check out Cedar Rock Falls. The 20-foot falls can be reached in less than one-half mile via the Cat Gap and Butter Gap trails, which begin at the Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education.
Catawba Falls
The headwaters of the Catawba River drop down with nearly a dozen waterfalls along a popular hiking trail near Old Fort. Two of those waterfalls are named Catawba Falls and Upper Catawba Falls. Both are fantastic but be sure to also keep your eye for all the other little falls along the 1.6-mile trail.
Visit these other waterfalls to complete your summer in Asheville.
Kayaking and canoeing
With the area’s numerous mountain streams and rivers, kayaking in Asheville, NC is another popular outdoor activity enjoyed by locals and visitors alike. Choose from slow and gentle streams or challenge yourself with fast-moving water rapids for an unforgettable adventure.
One of the best opportunities for kayaking in Asheville, NC is along The French Broad River Paddle Trail. This water trail connects more than 140 miles of waterways, camping spots, and beautiful scenery for all to enjoy.
Fishing
Asheville fishing, particularly, fly fishing, is a favorite outdoor activity that can be enjoyed year-round. With its plentiful mountain streams and well-stocked ponds, Asheville is a haven for both novice and expert fly fishers. For quick access to excellent trout fishing, the Nantahala and Pisgah National Forests are good places to start your fishing adventure.
When you stay at Asheville Cabins of Willow Winds, enjoy access to our fully stocked ponds for a relaxing afternoon of fishing. Our stocked trout pond is available to guests without a fishing license. Catch and release or keep up to five fish per cabin/a day.
Stay at Asheville Cabins of Willow Winds
Of course, one of the best ways to experience summer in Asheville is with a stay at Asheville Cabins of Willow Winds. Summer is an ideal time to visit our Asheville cabin resort. Our landscape becomes a luscious green scene, with blooming daylilies and beds of inpatients and begonias adding color to the landscape.
The daytime temperatures in the mountains tend to be 10 degrees cooler than those of urban areas at a lower elevation, making for a great escape when temperatures get a little too hot. The evening temperatures are especially enjoyable for relaxing on our large decks and porches. Summer is also a great time to enjoy our on-site activities, such as the water balloon station (great for water war), bocce ball, horseshoes, playground, and fishing in our trout pond.
Come spend your summer with us and book your stay with us today!
