Highlands Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Wonderful autumn colors in Slovakia nature. Pure landscape photography of Sulov rocks during the golden hour. Sulovske skaly
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 The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Highlands Country Club.

Mirror Lake
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 Highlands Country Club and Bridal Veil Falls.

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

Downtown Highlands

When in Downtown Highlands, you can plan a visit to The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Highlands Country Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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

Highlands Falls

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

Highlands Falls
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
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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
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$299 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$299
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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! (282 reviews)
Property welcomed pets even though I didn’t bring one. The staff was friendly and helpful with knowledge of the area. I highly recommend this hotel

Reviewed on 11 Mar 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$231 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$231
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (223 reviews)
We enjoyed our stay at the Highlander Mountain Home -spending our 25th anniversary there. We hope to return soon. Sarah was delightful and attentive. She provided answers to all of our questions. We had enjoyable conversations with the restaurant manager (and learned of her family’s long history ...

Reviewed on 8 Mar 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 ...
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 ...
Tripps Cabin- Quaint cabin a mile from downtown Highlands!
Dog-friendly home with private deck, outdoor fireplace, & immaculate interior

Dog-friendly home with private deck, outdoor fireplace, & immaculate interior

Highlands NC
Stay at this holiday home in Highlands. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Old Edwards Club and Highlands Art Gallery are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (31 reviews)
The place was in a perfect location to exploreBoth Highlands and Cashiers. It was perfect for our family of 4. It was clean and had all the amenities needed to have a relaxing weekend in the mountains!

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Dog-friendly home with private deck, outdoor fireplace, & immaculate interior
Highlands Houses For Rent

Highlands Houses For Rent

3 out of 5
65 Holt Cir Highlands NC
Stay at this cabin in Highlands. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and furnished balconies or patios. Popular attractions The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Amazing little house in the woods! We absolutely loved it. Close enough to walk to town while also feeling secluded and woodsy.

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Highlands Houses For Rent
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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