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Waterfalls & White Squirrels

Living in Brevard, NC is an experience like no other. Situated within the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, the town is surrounded by lush forests and sparkling streams. The people of Brevard are friendly and welcoming and there’s always something to do or explore in this quaint mountain town. Whether it’s taking a stroll through one of the many historic sites or shopping downtown, there’s something for everyone. The locals pride themselves on their unique culture and are always eager to share it with others. From its thriving music scene to the abundance of outdoor activities, living in Brevard means never being bored!

Celebrated as North Carolina’s Land of Waterfalls, Brevard and Transylvania County have much more than gorgeous cascades. Their All-American Main Street is full of local shops, galleries, and great restaurants. A stately courthouse sits on the square with a gazebo where community concerts are held. Located between Pisgah National Forest, DuPont State Recreational Forest and Gorges State Park, Brevard affords visitors endless outdoor adventures, including hiking, mountain biking, waterfall hunting, fly fishing and much more.

Home to 19 thousand species and 2/3 size of a state.

Like twin jewels to the north and south of the Blue Ridge Parkway, Shenandoah National Park and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park offer the perfect augment to your parkway experience. The Great Smokies straddle the North Carolina and Tennessee lines making up...

Going down around town.

There are almost 900 caverns and caves in North Carolina, most of which are located in either the mountains of Western North Carolina or the NC piedmont. But only a few of them are open to the public. That being said, the accessible caves in NC are an impressive...

A History of Brevard

Brevard the seat of Transylvania County, is a town like none other. It has all the wholesome, small town charm of times long past, but its diversity never ceases to surprise visitors: extraordinary live music, fantastic restaurants, irresistible antique shops,...

What can I do here in the winter

Take a Hike One advantage of winter hikes? You can see everything. The subtle contour of the mountains. Long range views of neighboring states. And the ever-present green of our mountain rhododendron. In short, winter hikes are a favorite winter time activity in...

Music of the Mountains

Symphonies. Hoedowns. Jams. Festivals. Whatever tickles your ear, we’ve got the perfect accompaniment. From bluegrass jams to classical concerts, you can find an amazing diversity of live music every night in Transylvania County. Music also takes center stage at many...