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Small, yet lovely roadside waterfall - drive under it! Such a sweet discovery.

Bridal Veil Falls

Explore the great outdoors at Bridal Veil Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's entertainment venues, or seek out its golf courses.

Bridal Veil Falls
Overlook on Hwy 64 looking towards Cashiers at Cowee Gap.

Whiteside Mountain

Explore the great outdoors at Whiteside Mountain and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's waterfalls and seek out the hiking trails.

Whiteside Mountain
Cullasaja Falls, outside of Highlands NC, and 90% frozen over from the big freeze December 2017.

Cullasaja Falls

Explore the great outdoors at Cullasaja Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's waterfalls and seek out the hiking trails.

Cullasaja Falls
The beautiful area of multiple waterfalls calls Glen Falls near Highlands, NC. View a video guide of the falls here: https://www.hdcarolina.com/episode/glen-falls

Glen Falls

Explore the great outdoors at Glen Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. In the area, take in the entertainment venues and waterfalls.

Glen Falls

Dry Falls

Explore the great outdoors at Dry Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's entertainment venues, or seek out its hiking trails.

Dry Falls

Highlands Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Highlands at Highlands Country Club. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Highlands Country Club

Jackson Hole Gem Mine

Find out about the history of Highlands when you take a trip to Jackson Hole Gem Mine. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Jackson Hole Gem Mine

Highlands-Cashiers Hospital

Though Highlands-Cashiers Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Highlands while you are here.

Highlands-Cashiers Hospital

The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts

You can make plans for a show at The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts during your stay in Highlands. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Highlands

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Mirror Lake

5/5(1 area review)

While there might not be top attractions in Mirror Lake, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Highlands Country Club.

Mirror Lake
Stream meandering through the mountains #green

Downtown Highlands

While there might not be top attractions in Downtown Highlands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Highlands Country Club.

Downtown Highlands
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Highlands Hills

5/5(3 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Highlands Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Highlands Country Club and Bridal Veil Falls.

Highlands Hills
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Highlands Falls

Highlands Falls might not have many top sights, but Whiteside Mountain and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Highlands Falls
Small, yet lovely roadside waterfall - drive under it! Such a sweet discovery.

Lake Sequoyah

While Lake Sequoyah isn't home to many top sights, Bridal Veil Falls and Dry Falls are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lake Sequoyah
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Wildwood Mountain

While Wildwood Mountain isn't home to many top sights, Old Edwards Club and Whiteside Mountain are some notable places to visit nearby.

Wildwood Mountain

Popular day trips from Highlands

Dillard

Dillard

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Cullowhee

Photo by Deidree DeHart

Mountain Rest

Cashiers

Cashiers

Frequently asked questions

Is Highlands worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Highlands is explore Bridal Veil Falls. Check this leading sight off your agenda, then discover more of this area's golfing and walking trails.
How do I spend a day in Highlands?
Begin your day with a visit to Bridal Veil Falls and Cullasaja Falls. Then, check out other areas of Highlands for tasty eats and some shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Highlands?
The top tourist attraction in Highlands is Bridal Veil Falls, so don't forget to include it on your sightseeing agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in Highlands?
Three days will be enough time to tick off many city highlights, like Bridal Veil Falls, Cullasaja Falls and Glen Falls. The average stay in Highlands is three days. If you feel the urge to extend your trip, Cherokee isn't far away.
Is Highlands a walkable city?
Some top sights in Highlands, such as Bridal Veil Falls and Glen Falls, are within walking distance. You can also discover several of the city's neighborhoods on foot. Just 2 kilometers from central Highlands is Mirror Lake and Highlands Hills is 2 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Highlands with kids?
If you are after activities and attractions for all ages, check out these fantastic ideas for what to do in Highlands with kids.

What to do in Highlands for adults?
Adults of all ages will have lots of things to do in Highlands. Whether you're into art, history, outdoor adventures or just love exploring new places, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Highlands?
One of the easiest ways to find free things to do in Highlands is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on cool neighborhoods, parks and other highlights you can visit without reaching into your pocket. Whiteside Mountain is one place that doesn't charge an entrance fee.