Highlands Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Dam turn into a nice waterfall. Side road waterfall u can see from the parking lot.

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Dam turn into a nice waterfall. Side road waterfall u can see from the parking lot.

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Hwy 64 in Highlands, NC
Really nice covered bridge and a beautiful drive on Hwy 64 near Highlands, NC
Stream meandering through the mountains 
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Where to stay in Highlands

Panoramic view at the lake and forest in a fall

Mirror Lake

While Mirror Lake may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cullasaja River Gorge and Bridal Veil Falls.

Mirror Lake
Aerial view of Highlands, with the downtown area and surrounding forest

Downtown Highlands

When in Downtown Highlands, you can plan a visit to Highlands Playhouse and Cullasaja River Gorge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Downtown Highlands
Sunlight dapples the vista from the Big View Scenic Overlook along Highway 64 between Cashiers and Highlands, North Carolina in Nantahala National Forest. Whiteside Mountain is to the right.

Highlands Hills

Though Highlands Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bridal Veil Falls and Cullasaja River Gorge.

Highlands Hills
Breathtaking view of Studlagil basalt canyon, Iceland, Europe.

Highlands Falls

Highlands Falls might not have many top sights, but Whiteside Mountain and Highlands Playhouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Highlands Falls
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Wildwood Mountain

Wildwood Mountain might not have many top sights, but Old Edwards Club and Whiteside Mountain are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Wildwood Mountain
Lake Sequoyah and a dam in Highlands, North Carolina.

Lake Sequoyah

While Lake Sequoyah may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bridal Veil Falls and Dry Falls.

Lake Sequoyah
Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

4 out of 5
96 Log Cabin Lane Highlands NC
The price is AU$220 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$220
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Highlands. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (271 reviews)
The staff were so sweet. Walking in the candle they had burning smelled amazing and the entire place made you feel like you were home. In the room they had music playing and everything felt so cozy. The staff really went above and beyond in making our stay amazing and told us places that we should ...

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Highlander Mountain House

Highlander Mountain House

3.5 out of 5
270 Main Street Highlands NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$306 per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
AU$306
4 Feb - 5 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Highlands. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (221 reviews)
Kind and helpful staff

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Highlander Mountain House
Tripps Cabin- Quaint cabin a mile from downtown Highlands!

Tripps Cabin- Quaint cabin a mile from downtown Highlands!

Highlands NC
Stay at this cabin in Highlands. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Highlands Country Club and The Bascom Center for the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
Adorable, authentic cabin. Modern amenities. Wonderful experience! Would stay again.

Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Tripps Cabin- Quaint cabin a mile from downtown Highlands!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Tripps Cabin- Quaint cabin a mile from downtown Highlands!

Tripps Cabin- Quaint cabin a mile from downtown Highlands!

Highlands NC
Stay at this cabin in Highlands. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Highlands Country Club and The Bascom Center for the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
Adorable, authentic cabin. Modern amenities. Wonderful experience! Would stay again.

Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Tripps Cabin- Quaint cabin a mile from downtown Highlands!
Perfect Upscale 2/2 Indoor/Outdoor Living 4100 elv. 0.8 mi to Main St. New HVAC

Perfect Upscale 2/2 Indoor/Outdoor Living 4100 elv. 0.8 mi to Main St. New HVAC

Highlands NC
Stay at this holiday home in Highlands. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Sunset Rock and Ravenel Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (150 reviews)
Had a great weekend. Excellent location. Everything was as described.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Perfect Upscale 2/2 Indoor/Outdoor Living 4100 elv. 0.8 mi to Main St. New HVAC
Walk to Town Chalet w/ Chic Live-In Art Gallery + BBQ & Wine Shop Across Street

Walk to Town Chalet w/ Chic Live-In Art Gallery + BBQ & Wine Shop Across Street

Highlands NC
Stay at this golf chalet in Highlands. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Cullasaja ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews)
Adorable cabin! Well maintained with all the necessary amenities. Close to downtown. Cannot recommend enough

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Walk to Town Chalet w/ Chic Live-In Art Gallery + BBQ & Wine Shop Across Street
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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