Highlands Aerial Park

Arts And Entertainment

Scaly Mountain, NC

Highlands Aerial Park combines 3,000-foot mountain ziplining with 8 ziplines, 17 aerial elements, UTV tours, and family courses.

  • families needing activities for different ages and challenge levels
  • mountain ziplining with lines up to 1,550 feet long
  • children ages 5 and older seeking a shorter treetop course

Tellico Gap

Arts And Entertainment

Macon County, NC

Highlands Mountaintop Art & Craft Show

Arts And Entertainment

Highlands, NC

Highlands Mountaintop Art & Craft Show brings 120 regional artisans to downtown Highlands with free admission, live entertainment, and children's activities.

  • Shopping for regional handmade art and crafts
  • A free family-friendly weekend activity
  • Combining artisan shopping with live music and local food

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FAQ

Are there arts and entertainment activities in Macon County that are free?

The Highlands Mountaintop Art & Craft Show offers free admission, with donations supporting local children's programs and Rotary community grants.

Are there family-friendly adventure activities near Macon County?

Highlands Aerial Park offers a shorter treetop course for children ages 5 and older, along with activities for adults and grandparents.

Do zipline activities have age or physical requirements?

Participants must meet the park's posted height, weight, and minimum-age requirements and be able to stand for up to two hours, climb stairs, cross moving bridges, and manage zipline braking.

Do groups receive discounts at Highlands Aerial Park?

Groups of six or more receive a 10% discount and a complimentary full photo package.

When is the Highlands Mountaintop Art & Craft Show held?

The show is a biannual summer event held on scheduled June and August weekends in downtown Highlands, rather than a year-round arts market.