WNC Attractions
Moose Crossing Log Cabin Rentals is YOUR location for fun in Western North Carolina. On the edge of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and two national forests, Waynesville offers numerous outdoor activities. Hiking, Biking, Whitewater Rafting and Horseback Riding, Golfing, Skiing, Tubing. Gem Mining. View and photograph the Elk in Cataloochee Valley of the Great Smokies National Park. Successfully reintroduced the herd has grown to 150+ individuals. The Art scene in Waynesville is a joy. 100s of artist make Waynesville their home and your hosts the Metzger’s have the largest single artist gallery in the area. Custom Burl Furnishings made of 100% American woods. The finest live edge woods. expertly crafted in to works of art for your home. Our family makes dreams come true. Let us create a master piece for Your home or office, We offer and Museums are Come and Enjoy!!
Blue Ridge Parkway
Outstanding scenery and recreational opportunities make the Blue Ridge Parkway one of the most popular facets of the National Park System. “America’s Favorite Drive” winds its way 469 miles through mountain meadows and past seemingly endless vistas. Take lunch for a high altitude picnic at your favorite pull out.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Ridge upon ridge of endless forest straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. World renowned for the diversity of its plant and animal life, it is a Biosphere Reserve. Explore and Enjoy this National treasure. Put on your hiking boots, ride a horse to the back country, or cruise the road with many pullouts for phhotography.
The Wheels Through Time Museum is the world’s premier collection of rare American Vintage Motorcycles. Over the mountain, 10 minutes from Waynesville in beautiful Maggie Valley. NC, this All-American motorcycle museum houses over 300 of America’s rarest and most historic classic motorcycles.
Cataloochee Ski Area
Cataloochee Ski Area is known for southern hospitality on the slopes. Generations of snow-loving families make Cataloochee a winter tradition. Your winter playground nestled in the Great Smoky Mountains. Take in the VIEW of surrounding peaks –Wow! What a ride riding the chairlift has never been more rewarding.
Tube World Maggie Valley
Ride the crest of the latest wave in outdoor winter fun and Tubing! Tube World now brings this exciting fun-packed family experience to Maggie Valley, North Carolina. With Cataloochee’s famous snow making expertise your assured a good time no matter what the weather.
Biltmore Estate & Winery
Four of the most fascinating acres at Biltmore Estate are all under one roof. America’s largest home boasts 250 rooms, 65 fireplaces, an indoor pool, bowling alley, priceless art and antiques. Many of the grapes that go into our award-winning wines are handpicked from our own lakeside vineyards and carried to our state-of-the-art winery. Under the watchful eye of our French winemaker, great wine is becoming a new Biltmore tradition.
General Information:
Blue Ridge Parkway Great Smoky Mountain Nat’l Park
Activities/Museums/Crafts:
Cataloochee Ski Resort Wheels Through Time HART Theater Harrah’s Casino Biltmore House Estate Smoky Mountain Railway Chimney Rock Park Flat Rock Playhouse (Theater) Shelton House (Historical) Folkmoot USA Cherokee Indian Reservation Cherokee Craft Center Folk Art Center NC Arboretum Ghost Town in The Sky
Hunting & Fishing:
WNC Trout NC Trout Unlimited State CouncilYou are invited to visit our Burl Wood Gallery, downtown Waynesville. Custom, one of a kind furniture pieces, designed for your home. Hand crafted of American salvaged wood. We specialize in fine and rare burled wood. Cut, designed and crafted here, in Waynesville, NC. 184 North Main Street, Waynesville, NC 28786