Headwaters State Forest Tours and Activities

A beautiful waterfall inside the newly formed Headwaters State Forest of North Carolina. For more information about this destination and the hike to it, please visit: https://www.hdcarolina.com/episode/graveley-falls
A beautiful waterfall inside the newly formed Headwaters State Forest of North Carolina. For more information about this destination and the hike to it, please visit: https://www.hdcarolina.com/episode/graveley-falls

Popular places to visit

Blue Ridge Mountain view, Caesars Head State Park Visitor Center, Cleveland, South Carolina

Caesars Head State Park

You can take time to visit Caesars Head State Park during your travels to Cleveland. Discover the area's waterfalls and seek out the hiking trails.

Caesars Head State Park
Table Rock State Park South Carolina Blue Ridge Mountains Landscape sunrise morning scenic photography

Table Rock State Park

You can take time to visit Table Rock State Park during your travels to Pickens. Wander the riverfront or discover the waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

Table Rock State Park
Beautiful Bald Rock in the upstate of South Carolina. Another easily accessible roadside attraction that provides breathtaking views. View a video guide of Bald Rock here: https://www.hdcarolina.com/episode/bald-rock

Bald Rock Heritage Preserve

You can take time to visit Bald Rock Heritage Preserve during your travels to Cleveland. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Bald Rock Heritage Preserve
Caesars Head State Park in upstate South Carolina during the fall. Notice the telescope to view the counties of Greenville and Pickens and Table Rock Mountain.

Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area

Explore the great outdoors at Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area, a lovely green space in Cleveland. Discover the waterfalls in this relaxing area or seek out the hiking trails.

Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area
A hidden gem in the upstate of South Carolina that not a lot of people know about. This beauty is just 100ft from the road but the trail to the falls is unmarked. For a video guide of how to reach this waterfall

Eva Russell Chandler Heritage Preserve

You can take time to visit Eva Russell Chandler Heritage Preserve during your travels to Cleveland. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Eva Russell Chandler Heritage Preserve
At the foot of the Cross lies my peace... A popular place for weddings in the small open-sided chapel atop the mountain at the YMCA camp. To sit in the pews and look out on the world is a great side of peace. #cross #peace #mountains #SC #relaxing #beautifulday #outdoors #traveljunkie #ktphoenixphotography

Fred W. Symmes Chapel

You can find out about the history of Cleveland with a visit to Fred W. Symmes Chapel. Wander the lakeside and forests in this relaxing area.

Fred W. Symmes Chapel

Top Headwaters State Forest Hotel & Accommodation Deals

Secluded & Luxury 'Waterfall Cabin' Bordered By 8,000 Acre Forest, WiFi

Secluded & Luxury 'Waterfall Cabin' Bordered By 8,000 Acre Forest, WiFi

Brevard NC
Secluded & Luxury 'Waterfall Cabin' Bordered By 8,000 Acre Forest, WiFi
Spotted Rock Cabin - Hot Tub - Pets

Spotted Rock Cabin - Hot Tub - Pets

Rosman NC
Spotted Rock Cabin - Hot Tub - Pets
NC Moutain Lodge with Panoramic Views: Pisgah Mtn to the North,

NC Moutain Lodge with Panoramic Views: Pisgah Mtn to the North,

Brevard NC
NC Moutain Lodge with Panoramic Views: Pisgah Mtn to the North,
Pet friendly Little House, Fire pit, paddle boat, 2 hammocks, porch swing, grill

Pet friendly Little House, Fire pit, paddle boat, 2 hammocks, porch swing, grill

Brevard NC
Pet friendly Little House, Fire pit, paddle boat, 2 hammocks, porch swing, grill
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