Highlands, NC

Travel 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

5/5(1 area review)

While there might not be top attractions in Mirror Lake, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cullasaja River Gorge and Highlands Country Club.

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

Downtown Highlands

While there might not be top attractions in Downtown Highlands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Highlands Playhouse and Cullasaja River Gorge.

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

5/5(3 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Highlands Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places 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

While Wildwood Mountain isn't home to many top sights, Old Edwards Club and Whiteside Mountain are some notable places to visit nearby.

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

Lake Sequoyah

While Lake Sequoyah isn't home to many top sights, Bridal Veil Falls and Dry Falls are some notable places to visit nearby.

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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 525 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
SAR 525
SAR 576 total
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 our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (275 reviews)
Everything was fine

Reviewed on 26 January 2026

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Highlander Mountain House

Highlander Mountain House

3.5 out of 5
270 Main Street Highlands NC
The price is SAR 731 per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
SAR 731
SAR 803 total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Highlands. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (221 reviews)
Kind and helpful staff

Reviewed on 21 January 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 WiFi, 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 November 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 WiFi, 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 November 2025

Tripps Cabin- Quaint cabin a mile from downtown Highlands!
•Newly redecorated cozy cabin close to town•

•Newly redecorated cozy cabin close to town•

Highlands NC
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Highlands. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions The Bascom Center for ...
10/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
Great get away in Highlands at this cozy and well decorated cottage. This is a perfect retreat for two couples since the home has 2 masters with king beds. We enjoyed the screened porch as well as the outdoor fire pit. The home is stocked with everything needed for a wonderful stay.

Reviewed on 4 January 2026

•Newly redecorated cozy cabin close to town•
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 vacation home in Highlands. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Sunset Rock and Ravenel Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (151 reviews)
Had a great weekend. Excellent location. Everything was as described.

Reviewed on 20 January 2026

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