All About Western NC’s Hellbender

Deep beneath the cool, clear waters of mountain streams in Western North Carolina lurks a creature shrouded in myth and intrigue: the hellbender. This…
Wildflowers in Pisgah National Forest

Exploring the Trees of Pisgah National Forest

Pisgah National Forest, nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, is a hiker's paradise, a photographer's dream, and a treasure trove for anyone…
Pilot Cove Winter Adventure Package

Pilot Cove Winter Getaway Special! | Dec 2021 – Feb 2022 | 20%-33% off 3 Nights or More

From the team at Pilot Cove, we would like to invite you to take advantage of our winter getaway special! We can think of no better way to enjoy a quick…
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Summer Camp Guide WNC

2021 Western North Carolina Summer Camp Guide

Western North Carolina is famous for its breathtaking beauty and wide range of interesting things to do. Tourists from all over the world, not to mention…
John Rock

Hike of the Week: John Rock Trail

One of our favorite recommendations for a Winter hike in Pisgah National Forest, John Rock trail is a 5-mile loop with a wonderful summit at 3,320 feet.…
Pisgah National Forest

COVID-19 Update From Pilot Cove

WE ARE OPEN! It's needless to say, yet we will anyway! If you're sick or not feeling well, don't come. If you've been around anyone who is sick or hasn't…
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Winter Guide to Pisgah National Forest & Brevard NC! 2024-2025

The winter season brings a wonderful mystique to Pisgah National Forest and Brevard NC. This amazing land covering more than 500,000 acres offers incredible…

HIDDEN RIVERS | A Film and Concert Event | Saturday Nov 2 at Pilot Cove!

CLICK HERE FOR TICKET PURCHASE LINK Please join us at the Pilot Cove Amphitheater under a canopy of peak Fall color for a fun day of music and a film!…
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Pilot Cove Winter Adventure Package

Pilot Cove Winter Getaway Special! | Dec 2019 – Feb 2020 | One Night Free!

From the team at Pilot Cove, we would like to invite you to take advantage of our winter getaway special! We can think of no better way to enjoy a quick…
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FALL CELEBRATION! | Pilot Cove | Featuring: Jeff Sipe, Freeway Jubilee, & Aaron Burdett | Saturday October 26, 2019

Freeway Jubilee’s Fall Fandango: A WNC Musical Showcase SHOW HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO SUNDAY NOVEMBER 3rd! Tickets purchased for the October 25th…
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