Cycling in Transylvania County and Brevard, NC

Brevard, North Carolina and Transylvania county are consistently rated as among the best areas for cycling in North America.  Whether your cycling interest is road biking, mountain biking, or endurance biking, you will find it in Brevard.

Road biking through the beautiful mountains of  the Transylvania County/Brevard area offers two types of rides -  rolling hills and valleys for a more relaxed ride,  as well as more challenging mountain climbs with scenic views. You can find touring maps covering different portions of the state through the NC Dept. of Transportation that will lead you through eight different routes.

One of the leading mountain bike destinations in Western North Carolina, you'll find classic single-track trails with lots of big climbs and fast descents in Pisgah National Forest and just a few miles down the road in DuPont State Forest you'll find  purpose-built trails that take you over a completely different landscape – sand, slickrock, even waterfall routes.

Endurance races are held here throughout the year. The Asault on the Carolinas offers 40K & 60K rides that will take you through the scenic river valleys of Transylvania County that can be enjoyed by riders of all skill levels, as well as a 100K ride that has beautiful scenery, fast descents, and a challenging 6mile climb up Caesar’s Head. The Pisgah Stage Race is a 5 day mountain biking race that includes some of the East’s most rugged trails and tallies 28,000 feet of climbing over 195 miles.

Brevard is  a very cycle-friendly community and with 50% of the county being National Forest and State parks, there are miles and miles of trails to enjoy.

 

 

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Brevard NC Kayaking and Canoeing

In Brevard, NC,  along with miles of amazing hiking and biking trails, you'll find many rivers, streams, lakes, and waterways ideal for canoeing, kayaking, or even whitewater rafting. Transylvania county is the headwaters of the French Broad River which flows for 213 miles from Rosman,NC, through Brevard and Asheville, and into Tennessee.  Whether you are an experienced paddler or looking to try something new, exploring Brevard by water is a truly unique and memorable experience.

Follow the bends and turns of the free flowing French Broad River in a kayak or canoe and enjoy the perfect mountain views and abundant wildlife found along its banks.  Known for its vast variety of birds, you are sure to see Great Blue Herons, Egrets and more. With  250 awe- inspiring waterfalls located here in Transylvania County,  you are able to view a few of them along your float as well.   And, if you are looking for something a bit more adventurous, there are areas along the river where you will find white-waters, from mild to the more intense.   For flat water paddlers,  beautiful Cascade Lake on the edge of DuPont State Forest, just minutes from Brevard, is a perfect destination. 

Set out on your own adventure or locate one of the many outdoor tours and guides available in the area who offer everything from single day explorations to week long excursions.  Brevard is a great setting to enjoy all the best outdoor activities.

 

 

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Transylvania County, NC - Land of Waterfalls

Located in beautiful Western North Carolina, Transylvania County is known as the “Land of Waterfalls” for good reason - there are  250 waterfalls located here amidst the Blue Ridge Mountains!  These are the Top Ten Waterfalls 2011 that should not be missed, as chosen by the readers of RomanticAsheville.com, an on line travel guide.

Sliding Rock is a 60' naturally-formed rock slide with a 6-7 foot deep pool at the base in the Pisgah National Forest near Brevard

Looking Glass Falls is one of the most visited waterfalls in North Carolina. Located along US 276 north of Brevard, you won't even have to get out of your car to see this 60-foot waterfall.

Dupont State Forest, near Brevard, has an easy, wooded trail that will take you to three magnificent Falls - Hooker Falls, a powerful 20 foot fall, the scenic Triple Falls, and High Falls.

Graveyard Fields on the Blue Ridge Parkway has an excellent loop trail that leads to two waterfalls.

Rainbow Falls is a mighty 150 foot fall found along the Horsepasture River in Nantahala National Forest

Linville Falls is located on the Blue Ridge Parkway.  This waterfall is in two sections: the upper falls and the lower falls,
follow the Erwins View Trail to find  four overlooks for this fall.

Crabtree Falls is a beautiful 70-foot waterfall, also along the Blue Ridge Parkway,  accessed by a 2.5 mile loop hiking trail.

Upper Whitewater Falls, with its 411 foot plunge,  is the highest waterfall east of the Rockies and is easily accessed from a paved trail.

Hickory Nuts Falls - follow along the Hickory Nut Falls trail in Chimney Rock Park  to the base of these 404 foot falls,  one of the highest waterfalls east of the Mississippi River.

Dry Falls - you can actually walk behind this impressive 75-foot waterfall in the Nantahala National Forest, and stay dry!

To access to most of the waterfalls requires some light hiking, so while you go in search of the waterfalls around the Brevard and Asheville area  you will experience firsthand the pristine and incredible landscape found here in Transylvania County.

 

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Level to Genltly Rolling 2.5 Acres Only 4.6 Miles to Brevard NC

Outstanding 2.5 acres thats level to gently rolling. House site & more of the property has been under brushed so you can see the true beauty! Best yet priced at only $115,00. Additional 2.5 acres for a 5 acre dream parcel is available. MLS 492295

More pictures and details available at http://www.homeinbrevard.com/index.cfm?Featured=Search&MLS=SG87493096&Details=Details 

Creek & small waterfall on the property as well as just off the property that you can hear from house site. End of road privacy, driveway built to house site. Only 4.3 miles to the courthouse & Main Street! Only 2 lots on this private driveway, fantastic price for this kind of land with improvements. Superb property & location.

This is one of the best parcels of land where buyers want to come to the mountain, but want easy to build on property, a creek as well as privacy. Best yet it's priced to sell!

Directions: From Brevard Courthouse take 64-276 6/10 mile to left on Elm Bend at light, 1.2 miles left on Wilson Rd to first right on Williams Creek Rd for 2.4 miles. Williamson Creek turns into Cherrywood to 2240 on mail box on left & Austin Drive on box to first right & see the signs. Welcome to your new home!

 

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Level to Genltly Rolling 2.5 Acres Only 4.6 Miles to Brevard NC

Outstanding 2.5 acres thats level to gently rolling. House site & more of the property has been under brushed so you can see the true beauty! Best yet priced at only $115,00. Additional 2.5 acres for a 5 acre dream parcel is available. MLS 492295

More pictures and details available at http://www.homeinbrevard.com/index.cfm?Featured=Search&MLS=SG87493096&Details=Details

Creek & small waterfall on the property as well as just off the property that you can hear from house site. End of road privacy, driveway built to house site. Only 4.3 miles to the courthouse & Main Street! Only 2 lots on this private driveway, fantastic price for this kind of land with improvements. Superb property & location.

This is one of the best parcels of land where buyers want to come to the mountain, but want easy to build on property, a creek as well as privacy. Best yet it's priced to sell!

Directions: From Brevard Courthouse take 64-276 6/10 mile to left on Elm Bend at light, 1.2 miles left on Wilson Rd to first right on Williams Creek Rd for 2.4 miles. Williamson Creek turns into Cherrywood to 2240 on mail box on left & Austin Drive on box to first right & see the signs. Welcome to your new home!

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Yo-Yo Ma at Brevard Music Center with Keith Lockhart Season Finale

The Brevard Music Center's Season Finale will feature Yo-Yo Ma performing with the Brevard Music Center Orchestra and conductor Keith Lockhart.

HAYDN: Cello Concerto No. 1 in C major
TCHAIKOVSKY: Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33
DVOŘÁK: Symphony No. 9 in E minor, Op. 95, "From the New World"

Yo-Yo Ma, one of the most famous cellists of the modern age, is a French-born American cellist, virtuoso, and orchestral composer. He is one of the most famous cellists of the modern age. Among his many honors, Yo-Yo has been awarded the Avery Fisher Prize (1978), the Glenn Gould Prize (1999), the National Medal of the Arts (2001), and the World Economic Forum’s Crystal Award (2008).

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MLS 492295

You can't go wrong with this 2.5 acre ready to build on property with creek, nearly level and only 4.6 miles to Historic Downtown Brevard NC. One of the best buys I have had in years for quality property!
MLS 492295