Park in Transylvania, North Carolina

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Updated October 31, 2026

Atagahi Park

Park

Brevard, NC

Atagahi Park is associated with a Connestee Falls community offering four recreational lakes, parks, playgrounds, and 20 miles of hiking trails.

  • Residents seeking walking and hiking trails
  • Outdoor recreation involving lakes, waterfalls, parks, or playgrounds
  • Residents interested in clubs and volunteer groups

Pisgah National Forest

Park

Mills River, NC

Pisgah National Forest offers Davidson River swimming holes, waterfalls, mountain trails, camping, biking, fishing, and scenic overlooks.

  • waterfall hikes
  • swimming in natural mountain holes
  • mountain biking

Silvermont Mansion and Park

Park

Brevard, NC

WNCSource has operated since 1966 and provides children's programs, housing vouchers, accessible transportation, and senior meals across four Western North Carolina counties.

  • families seeking Head Start, Early Head Start, or NC Pre-K
  • eligible households seeking Housing Choice Vouchers in Henderson or Transylvania County
  • Henderson County seniors, people with disabilities, or rural residents needing door-to-door transportation

Blue Ridge Parkway

Park

Pisgah Forest, NC

Blue Ridge Parkway provides planning tools, road-condition updates, and attraction guidance across a 469-mile scenic route.

  • Planning a multi-day Blue Ridge Parkway road trip
  • Checking closures and weather before driving
  • Finding attractions by milepost

Cove Creek Falls

Park

Pisgah Forest, NC

Cove Creek Falls offers a free, moderate 2-mile round-trip hike to a 50-foot, multi-tiered waterfall in Southern Pisgah National Forest.

  • Free waterfall outings
  • Moderate forest hikes
  • Visitors seeking a 50-foot waterfall near Brevard

Looking Glass Falls

Park

Pisgah Forest, NC

  • outdoor recreation involving waterfall scenery

Daniel Ridge Falls

Park

Brevard, NC

Daniel Ridge Falls features a 150-foot waterfall, an easy half-mile hike, and a four-mile loop in Pisgah National Forest.

  • Visitors wanting a short waterfall hike
  • Hikers seeking a longer loop with river cascades
  • Mountain bikers looking for a less-busy trail area

Southern Highlands Reserve

Park

Lake Toxaway, NC

Southern Highlands Reserve is a native plant arboretum and nature center within 120 acres protected by the North American Land Trust.

  • Exploring native plants and high-elevation Southern Appalachian forest ecology
  • Nature walks with panoramic Blue Ridge Parkway mountain views
  • Learning about threatened species preservation research

Looking Glass Falls

Park

Brevard, NC

Looking Glass Falls is a 16-foot, creek-wide, multi-ledge waterfall reached by a couple-hundred-foot bank scramble in Pisgah National Forest.

  • Visitors seeking a short approach to a 16-foot multi-ledge waterfall
  • Travelers driving along US 276 near the Blue Ridge Parkway
  • Hikers comfortable with a difficult bank scramble

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FAQ

Which park near Transylvania County is best for waterfalls and swimming?

Pisgah National Forest includes waterfall hikes and swimming holes along the Davidson River. Cove Creek Falls is another option for a 50-foot waterfall hike.

Are there admission fees for these parks?

Cove Creek Falls is listed as free. The supplied information does not state admission fees for Pisgah National Forest or the Blue Ridge Parkway.

How difficult is the Cove Creek Falls hike?

It is a moderate 2-mile round-trip hike with a steep descent to the waterfall base. The trailhead has limited parking and no restrooms.

What should I check before visiting Pisgah National Forest or the Blue Ridge Parkway?

Check current road and trail closures and weather conditions before going. The Blue Ridge Parkway provides closure and weather updates, while Pisgah may have areas inaccessible during active closures.