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A Destination for Generations… Hot Springs, NC, a resort destination for almost 200 years, has long been renowned for its healing hot mineral springs, scenic mountain setting, and abundance of natural resources. Recently voted the Best Small Mountain Town from Georgia to West Virginia by readers of Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine, you will find we have a welcoming small town feeling. Hot Springs, NC is just 40 minutes north of Asheville. We are located at the junction of the Appalachian Trail and the French Broad River in a valley surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Pisgah National Forest. Hot Springs is the only North Carolina town where the Appalachian Trail runs directly down the main street.
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Hot Springs
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A Destination for Generations… Hot Springs, NC, a resort destination for almost 200 years, has long been renowned for its healing hot mineral springs, scenic mountain setting, and abundance of natural resources. Recently voted the Best Small Mountain Town from Georgia to West Virginia by readers of Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine, you will find we have a welcoming small town feeling. Hot Springs, NC is just 40 minutes north of Asheville. We are located at the junction of the Appalachian Trail and the French Broad River in a valley surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Pisgah National Forest. Hot Springs is the only North Carolina town where the Appalachian Trail runs directly down the main street.

Food scene

Good choice for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Mom and Pop type diner food with extra flare. The most popular restaurant for locals with a casual atmosphere. This restaurant does a lot to support our community in donating meals to those less fortunate. A great meat lovers pizza too!
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Smoky Mountain Diner
70 Lance Ave
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Good choice for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Mom and Pop type diner food with extra flare. The most popular restaurant for locals with a casual atmosphere. This restaurant does a lot to support our community in donating meals to those less fortunate. A great meat lovers pizza too!
Iron Horse restaurant offers an upscale atmosphere located in an historic inn dating from 1929. Great house salads and prime rib specials too!
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Iron Horse Station
24 Andrews Ave S
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Iron Horse restaurant offers an upscale atmosphere located in an historic inn dating from 1929. Great house salads and prime rib specials too!
The Tavern is a favorite of locals and visitors alike. It has extensive outdoor seating on a screened porch overlooking Spring Creek. They serve burgers, fish and chips, pizzas, craft beer, and jalapeno poppers.
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Spring Creek Tavern
145 Bridge St
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The Tavern is a favorite of locals and visitors alike. It has extensive outdoor seating on a screened porch overlooking Spring Creek. They serve burgers, fish and chips, pizzas, craft beer, and jalapeno poppers.
Hot Springs first craft brewery that includes outdoor seating! Taco's are the only Menu choice.
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Big Pillow Brewing
25 Andrews Avenue North
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Hot Springs first craft brewery that includes outdoor seating! Taco's are the only Menu choice.
Currently serving a daily hot soup and hand-made sandwiches to go! You will find fine wines and local craft beer, coffee, soda waters, tonic and kombucha! They also have a small grocery section with gourmet frozen foods, Thai dishes, ice cream, homemade pimento cheese, local meats, vegan protein, charcuterie, cheeses, seafood, crackers, canned delicacies: squid, clams and cockles, sweets, fermented foods and homemade pimento cheese!
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Vaste Riviere Provisions, LLC
158 Bridge St
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Currently serving a daily hot soup and hand-made sandwiches to go! You will find fine wines and local craft beer, coffee, soda waters, tonic and kombucha! They also have a small grocery section with gourmet frozen foods, Thai dishes, ice cream, homemade pimento cheese, local meats, vegan protein, charcuterie, cheeses, seafood, crackers, canned delicacies: squid, clams and cockles, sweets, fermented foods and homemade pimento cheese!
Great Burgers, Fries and Milkshake Restaurant. Location : 13075 NC 209 Hwy, Hot Springs, NC 28743 (Community center building) 828-622-0001 www.daves209.com Indoor and outdoor seating
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Dave’s 209
13075 NC-209
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Great Burgers, Fries and Milkshake Restaurant. Location : 13075 NC 209 Hwy, Hot Springs, NC 28743 (Community center building) 828-622-0001 www.daves209.com Indoor and outdoor seating

Shopping

Bluff Mountain Outfitters: Hiking and outdoor equipment (tents, backpacks, sleeping bags, stoves, etc.); clothes, accessories books, toys, gifts, natural foods, hiking foods, and cold drinks.
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Bluff Mountain Outfitters
152 Bridge St
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Bluff Mountain Outfitters: Hiking and outdoor equipment (tents, backpacks, sleeping bags, stoves, etc.); clothes, accessories books, toys, gifts, natural foods, hiking foods, and cold drinks.
Gentry’s Hardware: Family owned since 1946, Gentry’s is an old-timey hardware store. Services include key cutting, chainsaw sharpening, glass cut etc.; general hardware and heating supplies, housewares, fishing, camping, & garden supplies. Large selection of knives, tools, plumbing/electrical supplies.
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Gentry Hardware
124 Bridge St
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Gentry’s Hardware: Family owned since 1946, Gentry’s is an old-timey hardware store. Services include key cutting, chainsaw sharpening, glass cut etc.; general hardware and heating supplies, housewares, fishing, camping, & garden supplies. Large selection of knives, tools, plumbing/electrical supplies.
Artisun Gallery and Cafe: Browse through the gallery of local artists while grabbing a coffee, chocolate, drinks, baked goods, and ice cream also represent our passion for our local region.
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Artisun Gallery and Cafe
16 Andrews Ave S
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Artisun Gallery and Cafe: Browse through the gallery of local artists while grabbing a coffee, chocolate, drinks, baked goods, and ice cream also represent our passion for our local region.
Hillbilly Market & Deli 43 NW 25/70 Hwy, Hot Springs, NC 28743 828-622-3532 Visit our Grocery & Deli for fresh cut meats, fresh produce, jams & jellies, local made breads, pies, cakes, fresh made subs, pizza, hot dogs, BBQ. Fresh made subs and sandwiches, soft serve ice cream, fresh meats and vegetables.
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Hillbilly Market
43 US-25
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Hillbilly Market & Deli 43 NW 25/70 Hwy, Hot Springs, NC 28743 828-622-3532 Visit our Grocery & Deli for fresh cut meats, fresh produce, jams & jellies, local made breads, pies, cakes, fresh made subs, pizza, hot dogs, BBQ. Fresh made subs and sandwiches, soft serve ice cream, fresh meats and vegetables.
General Store, Gas, Food and Snacks.
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Trust General Store & Café
14535 NC-209
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General Store, Gas, Food and Snacks.
Small General Store, Hot Dogs, BBQ Sandwiches, Snacks
Meadow Fork Campground
5995 Meadow Fork Road
Small General Store, Hot Dogs, BBQ Sandwiches, Snacks

Personal Care

Hot Springs Resort and Spa Location: 315 Bridge St, Hot Springs, NC 28743 Phone: 843-622-7676 Natural Hot Mineral Waters. Heated deep within the earth, these crystal clear carbonated waters are world famous for their mineral content and legendary healing powers. The water is piped into modern outdoor jetted hot tubs that are drained and sanitized after each use.
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Hot Springs Resort And Spa
315 Bridge St
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Hot Springs Resort and Spa Location: 315 Bridge St, Hot Springs, NC 28743 Phone: 843-622-7676 Natural Hot Mineral Waters. Heated deep within the earth, these crystal clear carbonated waters are world famous for their mineral content and legendary healing powers. The water is piped into modern outdoor jetted hot tubs that are drained and sanitized after each use.
Essential Element, Massage Therapist (Toni) Location: 13075 NC 209 Hwy, Hot Springs, NC 28743 828-622-9565 or Email: toni.coradetti22@gmail.com Massage for relaxation, improved immunity and circulation. Bodywork for the reduction of pain and improved mobility. All sessions are customized for each individual's need- it's a team effort!
Spring Creek Community Center
13075 North Carolina 209
Essential Element, Massage Therapist (Toni) Location: 13075 NC 209 Hwy, Hot Springs, NC 28743 828-622-9565 or Email: toni.coradetti22@gmail.com Massage for relaxation, improved immunity and circulation. Bodywork for the reduction of pain and improved mobility. All sessions are customized for each individual's need- it's a team effort!
Manicure, Pedicure and Haircut Services. Location: 13075 NC 209 Hwy, Hot Springs, NC 28743 (Community Center Building) 828-622-3558 A full service hair and nail salon for men, women and children. We believe in full service, quality hair and nail care for all at a fair price.
Salon 209 at Spring Creek LLC
13075 North Carolina 209
Manicure, Pedicure and Haircut Services. Location: 13075 NC 209 Hwy, Hot Springs, NC 28743 (Community Center Building) 828-622-3558 A full service hair and nail salon for men, women and children. We believe in full service, quality hair and nail care for all at a fair price.

Activities

Rafting and Tubing on the French Broad River
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Hot Springs Rafting Co.
81 Bridge St
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Rafting and Tubing on the French Broad River
Horseback Riding Location: Sandy Bottom Trail Rides, 1459 Caney Fork Rd, Marshall, NC 28753 Phone: 800-959-3513 or 828-649-3464
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Sandy Bottom Trail Rides
1459 Caney Fork Rd
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Horseback Riding Location: Sandy Bottom Trail Rides, 1459 Caney Fork Rd, Marshall, NC 28753 Phone: 800-959-3513 or 828-649-3464
Location: Smoky Mountain Trail Rides, 1959 Walnut Creek Rd. Marshall, NC 28753 Phone: 828-768-9339 About Smoky Mountain Trail Rides: With close to thirty horses to choose from, we can find the right one for you. More the better! Come and enjoy the petting zoo and also views of our beautiful mountain range and the Bison grazing the property. Our trails are second to none! We also offer wagon rides and overnight camping with appointment.
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Smoky Mountain Trail Rides
1959 Walnut Creek Rd
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Location: Smoky Mountain Trail Rides, 1959 Walnut Creek Rd. Marshall, NC 28753 Phone: 828-768-9339 About Smoky Mountain Trail Rides: With close to thirty horses to choose from, we can find the right one for you. More the better! Come and enjoy the petting zoo and also views of our beautiful mountain range and the Bison grazing the property. Our trails are second to none! We also offer wagon rides and overnight camping with appointment.
Rafting, Ziplines, Climbing, and Canyoneering Location: French Broad Adventures, 9800 US Hwy 25/70, Marshall NC 28753 Phone: 800-570-7238 https://www.navitat.com/asheville-nc/
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French Broad Adventures
12 Good Adventures Ln
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Rafting, Ziplines, Climbing, and Canyoneering Location: French Broad Adventures, 9800 US Hwy 25/70, Marshall NC 28753 Phone: 800-570-7238 https://www.navitat.com/asheville-nc/
Fowler Farm Sporting Clays Location: 490 Fowler Farm Rd, Hot Springs, NC 28743 Phone: 828-622-0177 Hours: Thursday - Saturday: 9 AM – 7 PM About Fowler Farm Sporting Clays: Sporting clay shooting is the newest and fastest growing shotgun sport in the USA. The course and shots are designed to simulate challenging shots during hunting. The Fowlers have among the best Sporting Clay ranges in the Southeast!!!
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Fowler Farms Sporting Clays & Game Preserve
490 Fowler Farm Rd
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Fowler Farm Sporting Clays Location: 490 Fowler Farm Rd, Hot Springs, NC 28743 Phone: 828-622-0177 Hours: Thursday - Saturday: 9 AM – 7 PM About Fowler Farm Sporting Clays: Sporting clay shooting is the newest and fastest growing shotgun sport in the USA. The course and shots are designed to simulate challenging shots during hunting. The Fowlers have among the best Sporting Clay ranges in the Southeast!!!

Hiking

Rocky Bluff Camp Ground It is closed now but you can park at the entrance and walk into the campground and there are three trails, the Spring Creek Nature Trail (1.2 miles) circles the campground, Spencer’s Overlook Trail and the longer Van Cliffs Loop trail (2.6 miles; difficult)
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Rocky Bluff Campground
2145 NC-209
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Rocky Bluff Camp Ground It is closed now but you can park at the entrance and walk into the campground and there are three trails, the Spring Creek Nature Trail (1.2 miles) circles the campground, Spencer’s Overlook Trail and the longer Van Cliffs Loop trail (2.6 miles; difficult)
Lovers Leap Once in Hot Springs, the road changes to US 25/70. Go over the bridge that crosses over the French Broad River and make a Left on Silvermine Road. Once the road T’s, turn left and the road goes under the bridge. You will see parking along the river on the right. FISHING AND SWIMMING: River access is available for swimming and fishing in this area. The Trail: Since the famous Appalachian Trail (AT) goes through the tiny town of Hot Springs, you can hike from the center of downtown for a very scenic 2-mile loop. Find free public parking for hikers along Andrews Avenue (turn right from Bridge Street after you cross the railroad tracks). From the parking along Andrews Avenue, walk on Bridge Street (which is the Appalachian Trail) across the railroad tracks. Continue across the bridge over the French Broad River for the view above. You will want to stay on the Right Side of the Bridge. Immediately after crossing the French Broad River, there will be a guardrail with a path to the street below. Turn right and go down the stairs to stay on the AT. Follow that street up river about 50 yards until you cross a wooden bridge. Continue along the river by white blazes marking the Appalachian Trail. After a few hundred yards, see Surprise Falls, a beautiful rapid. The trail continues along the river for a short distance past camping spots. Then the trail heads up the ridge via several switch-backs to ease the climb. The trail is well-marked and well-established. Atop the ridge, you'll find three rock promontories along the trail with great views of the river, valley and town. Lover's Leap is the second rock outcropping. Take a short but steep walk down to reach the point - be very careful walking on loose rock to the edge. It's a great stopping point for snacks and water. The rocks are jagged, but you can find some spots to sit and enjoy the view. Return to the trail and continue up the ridge to the third outcropping. Just past it, take a left from the Appalachian Trail to stay on the Lover's Leap trail to Silver Mine. You will walk down the back side of the ridge to the Silver Mine parking area. Take a left on the road to walk back to the bridge where you began the hike (passing by some shabby shacks). For a longer hike, continue on the Appalachian Trail to Tanyard Gap (where the trail crosses US Highways 25 and 70 east about 3 miles by car). It's a challenging uphill hike of 5.9 miles. If you have two cars, leave one in Hot Springs and drive to Tanyard Gap and hike downhill for 5.9 miles.
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Lover's Leap Hiking Trail
138 Silvermine Rd
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Lovers Leap Once in Hot Springs, the road changes to US 25/70. Go over the bridge that crosses over the French Broad River and make a Left on Silvermine Road. Once the road T’s, turn left and the road goes under the bridge. You will see parking along the river on the right. FISHING AND SWIMMING: River access is available for swimming and fishing in this area. The Trail: Since the famous Appalachian Trail (AT) goes through the tiny town of Hot Springs, you can hike from the center of downtown for a very scenic 2-mile loop. Find free public parking for hikers along Andrews Avenue (turn right from Bridge Street after you cross the railroad tracks). From the parking along Andrews Avenue, walk on Bridge Street (which is the Appalachian Trail) across the railroad tracks. Continue across the bridge over the French Broad River for the view above. You will want to stay on the Right Side of the Bridge. Immediately after crossing the French Broad River, there will be a guardrail with a path to the street below. Turn right and go down the stairs to stay on the AT. Follow that street up river about 50 yards until you cross a wooden bridge. Continue along the river by white blazes marking the Appalachian Trail. After a few hundred yards, see Surprise Falls, a beautiful rapid. The trail continues along the river for a short distance past camping spots. Then the trail heads up the ridge via several switch-backs to ease the climb. The trail is well-marked and well-established. Atop the ridge, you'll find three rock promontories along the trail with great views of the river, valley and town. Lover's Leap is the second rock outcropping. Take a short but steep walk down to reach the point - be very careful walking on loose rock to the edge. It's a great stopping point for snacks and water. The rocks are jagged, but you can find some spots to sit and enjoy the view. Return to the trail and continue up the ridge to the third outcropping. Just past it, take a left from the Appalachian Trail to stay on the Lover's Leap trail to Silver Mine. You will walk down the back side of the ridge to the Silver Mine parking area. Take a left on the road to walk back to the bridge where you began the hike (passing by some shabby shacks). For a longer hike, continue on the Appalachian Trail to Tanyard Gap (where the trail crosses US Highways 25 and 70 east about 3 miles by car). It's a challenging uphill hike of 5.9 miles. If you have two cars, leave one in Hot Springs and drive to Tanyard Gap and hike downhill for 5.9 miles.
Rich Mountain Lookout Fire Tower Hike to Rich Mountain: Turn left for a small parking area just before road turns left over the highway. Take the Appalachian Trail north for 2.4 miles to Rich Mountain (don't cross the bridge over the highway - hike the opposite direction - look for white blazes). The AT enters the forest at a small sign. It's an uphill hike, gaining about 1,400 feet in elevation. If you go south on the AT, Hot Springs is 5.9 miles’ hike. If you hike from the town of Hot Springs - it's 5.9 miles to Tanyard Gap with a 2,200+ foot in elevation gain. Drive to Rich Mountain: To drive to the top of Rich Mountain, turn right on the paved, former two-lane highway that is now overgrown a bit. Drive downhill a short distance to the road's end. Turn left on the gravel road and drive six miles up to the tower. There is very little traffic on this curvy, mountain road. But it's a one-lane road with two-way traffic, so go slow! We recommend a high clearance car since there are usually some bumpy parts. Usually, 4-wheel drive is not necessary. After traveling five miles, you reach the Tennessee state line for Cherokee National Forest at Hurricane Gap. Turn left here to drive the last mile to Rich Mountain. At the top, there's a circle drive around the summit. There is no parking area, but there's enough room to pull to the side of the road at the end.
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Rich Mountain Fire Tower
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Rich Mountain Lookout Fire Tower Hike to Rich Mountain: Turn left for a small parking area just before road turns left over the highway. Take the Appalachian Trail north for 2.4 miles to Rich Mountain (don't cross the bridge over the highway - hike the opposite direction - look for white blazes). The AT enters the forest at a small sign. It's an uphill hike, gaining about 1,400 feet in elevation. If you go south on the AT, Hot Springs is 5.9 miles’ hike. If you hike from the town of Hot Springs - it's 5.9 miles to Tanyard Gap with a 2,200+ foot in elevation gain. Drive to Rich Mountain: To drive to the top of Rich Mountain, turn right on the paved, former two-lane highway that is now overgrown a bit. Drive downhill a short distance to the road's end. Turn left on the gravel road and drive six miles up to the tower. There is very little traffic on this curvy, mountain road. But it's a one-lane road with two-way traffic, so go slow! We recommend a high clearance car since there are usually some bumpy parts. Usually, 4-wheel drive is not necessary. After traveling five miles, you reach the Tennessee state line for Cherokee National Forest at Hurricane Gap. Turn left here to drive the last mile to Rich Mountain. At the top, there's a circle drive around the summit. There is no parking area, but there's enough room to pull to the side of the road at the end.
Laurel River Trail and Store The Trail (also good for mountain biking): Laurel River Trail is a 7 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Hurricane, North Carolina that features a river and is good for all skill levels. You can turn around at any point in your hike if the young’un’s get tired. The trail is an old railroad bed which used to carry logs to the Runion sawmill in the 1920's, and as such, is mostly level. However, it's rocky and rooty in spots, so do bring the boots. A few small streams flow across the trail at various points, and bluffs tower over the river making the valley narrow and enclosed with precipitous slopes on either side. Huge boulders choke the gorge forming raging rapids in places, and a few deep holes’ invite strong swimmers to take the plunge in warm weather. The trail nears its end at the former logging town of Runion. In its heyday, Runion was home to more than 1,000 people. Brick chimneys and crumbling foundations still remain - one of the few "ghost towns" in North Carolina. The trail crosses the railroad at the confluence of the Big Laurel and French Broad, and ends on the other side of the tracks at a tranquil riverside flat. Trespassing on railroad property is dangerous, so just follow the trail straight across (after looking and listening for trains - this is an active line!) and do not attempt to cross Big Laurel Creek on the railroad bridge like some have in the past.
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Laurel River Store
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Laurel River Trail and Store The Trail (also good for mountain biking): Laurel River Trail is a 7 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Hurricane, North Carolina that features a river and is good for all skill levels. You can turn around at any point in your hike if the young’un’s get tired. The trail is an old railroad bed which used to carry logs to the Runion sawmill in the 1920's, and as such, is mostly level. However, it's rocky and rooty in spots, so do bring the boots. A few small streams flow across the trail at various points, and bluffs tower over the river making the valley narrow and enclosed with precipitous slopes on either side. Huge boulders choke the gorge forming raging rapids in places, and a few deep holes’ invite strong swimmers to take the plunge in warm weather. The trail nears its end at the former logging town of Runion. In its heyday, Runion was home to more than 1,000 people. Brick chimneys and crumbling foundations still remain - one of the few "ghost towns" in North Carolina. The trail crosses the railroad at the confluence of the Big Laurel and French Broad, and ends on the other side of the tracks at a tranquil riverside flat. Trespassing on railroad property is dangerous, so just follow the trail straight across (after looking and listening for trains - this is an active line!) and do not attempt to cross Big Laurel Creek on the railroad bridge like some have in the past.

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Hot Springs Resort and Spa

Make sure to book your Hot Tub or Massage in advance, weekends and Holiday can be booked a month out!
Costumbres y cultura

Country Living

You are in the middle of the country! You may hear/see all types of wildlife, livestock, hunting dogs, free range dogs, neighbors talking in the middle of the road, etc. No need to be alarmed your just in the country, enjoy!
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Check the Local Weather

Our Mountain weather changes daily! We can have cool nights, hot days, high winds, down pours, and heavy snow all in the same week!!!
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Curvy Roads

Lots of 2 lane curvy mountain roads in our area. Arriving during daylight hours is easier. Give yourself extra time to get everywhere and enjoy the drive, it's amazing year round!
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In Vision, Sacred Art Journeys

Self-Hypnosis, Reiki, Tarot, Mindful Art Creations, Intuitive Art Lagniappes. In House appointments! Message for contact information.