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This 10-acre non-profit nature preserve (Next to UNCA) is dedicated to preserving and displaying the native flora of the Southern Appalachians. Open daily dawn to dusk. Free; Donations welcomed. Garden themed Gift Shop.

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French Broad River

Buncombe, Transylvania and Madison counties offer 116 miles of scenic river perfect for whitewater activities. Local outfitters: French Broad Rafting Co., 800/570-7238; Southern Waterways, 800/849-1970; Zippy Boat Works, 828/684-5107

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Southern Waterways

Self-guided quiet-water river float trips through Biltmore Estate property in canoes, rafts or kayaks. Fun for all ages as young as 2 years old. Volleyball and riverside picnic facilities are available. Camping riverside now available, tubing also available. Easy highway access off I-240

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Colburn Earth Science Museum

The Colburn Earth Science Museum fosters an appreciation of the Earth and its mineral resources through exhibits, educational programming and the collection and care of specimens. Come explore Asheville'

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Things to do near Asheville, NC

Mast General Store

The southern Blue Ridge Mountains boast the Mast Store of Hendersonville. Experience the true "essence of the era" surrounde...

Boxwood Lodge

Spacious rooms with your choice of one king-size or two queen-size beds. Or, for guests who like that home away from home fee...

Bald Mountain at Rumbling Bald

Bald Mountain, the original course, was named for the rock-faced cliffs towering over the course. Bald Mountain offers a true...

Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest

Ancient hardwood forest has been preserved as a tribute to the poet of "Trees," who was killed in action during World War I. ...