Pisgah National Forest

National forest · Buncombe County

Pisgah National Forest

National forest · Buncombe County

North Carolina

Highlights

Vast park boasts forests, waterfalls, peaks & rivers, with on-site camping, hiking & picnic space.

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"Pisgah National Forest is located just outside of Asheville and serves as a point of access to the Blue Ridge Parkway. The lush green forests, streams, and waterfalls, which can be reached through any number of hikes, are breathtaking. For an educational visit, the park’s Outdoor Learning Center offers many free exhibits, classes like photography, and the chance to explore historic cabins. A picnic is always a good idea, but the forest is not far from Asheville and other small towns." - MATADOR_NETWORK

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dineshkumar chokkalingam

Google

This National Forest is full of beautiful views, amazing waterfalls and peace loving nature. From Cherokee NC, it took only 15 minutes to get into this National Forest, The drive is amazing and every view point is marked and adequately parking is available for stop view and go. The waterfalls were amazing, especially Sliding Rock, Looking glass. The tranquility is immense and because it's not summer, There was not much rush which made us enjoy nature and its peace. We will be returning for Summer time so that we can take a dip in those beautiful waterfalls. There are no shops, so prepare your food and beverage to enjoy the whole day.

Danielle Neely

Google

Six months after Hurricane Helene, Pisgah National Forest has major scars. Keep this in mind when hiking trails. Roads are washed out, and trees are across many trails. Research the area before you go. Be prepared for longer hikes. Even after all the destruction, the views are breathtaking. Will be back!

Carol

Google

We had a wonderful family day in Hot Springs! We had a lovely walk with the llamas, we all enjoyed !Also enjoyed our time at the Hot Springs spa! Hot Springs N C is a lovely little town to visit! Be sure to check out the shops and enjoy the Restaurants! Beautiful scenery, plenty of hiking, waterfalls, lots of beautiful nature you won’t want to miss! I hope to get to go back again someday!

Margaret Ray

Google

Beautiful waterfall off the side of the road on Route 215 NC.

G N Johnson

Google

Western North Carolina still needs help with your tourism. Please consider a visit! You won’t regret it.

Jaden Moore

Google

Loved the waterfalls! Highly recommend the hike to looking glass falls. It’s an easy out and back. Moore cove falls is nice also

Tonya Garrette

Google

Pisgah is my absolute favorite place to go to relax, walk some trails, and view some breathtaking waterfalls. There are a lot of hidden gems inside Pisgah. I highly recommend getting an app to navigate your way through this massive forest or getting a map from the ranger station as there is absolutely no service unless you are near the ranger station. I highly recommend camping here as well. Make sure when you go you go for 3+ days to have time to enjoy God's beauty in this forest! I promise Pisgah National Forest will not disappoint!

Richard Borig

Google

Nice restaurant with a beautiful setting! We ate lunch which was quite good, especially the dark Porter beer. There is outoor seating and a nice walk to get a better view of the mountains. It's also a hotel if you would like to stay over. Will definitely visit again. Well worth a ride up the hill!