Explore Transylvania County
Symmes Chapel - Pretty Place
The outdoor chapel at the YMCA Camp Greenville, called "Pretty Place," offers a breathtaking view from the top of Standing Stone Mountain. More than 100 couples are married each year at this chapel, which is closed to the public during weddings and camp functions.
Cedar Mountain, NC WeddingsLooking Glass Rock
Located near US 276, north of Brevard. Offering friction and face climbing, the rocky face mountain presents a wall that towers almost 500
Pisgah Forest, NC RappellingBrevard Music Center
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina, the Brevard Music Center's picturesque 140-acre campus offers more than 80
Brevard, NC ArtsLand of the Waterfalls
There are over 260 scenic waterfalls in Transylvania County, "Land of the Waterfalls." Many of the falls are easily accessible to the public because they are located in our three parklands: Pisgah National Forest, DuPont State Forest, & Gorges State Park. Following are the major falls:
Brevard, NC Natural AttractionsBrevard/Transylvania County TDA
Hours: Monday - Friday 9 - 5, Saturday 10 - 4
Brevard, NC BusinessesPisgah Center for Wildlife Education
Open daily year round. "Mountain streams, where water and life begin," is the theme of this educational facility dedicated to exploring the wonders of North Carolina's wildlife. The center is a program of the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission. Aquariums, 20
Brevard, NC Nature CentersSapphire Mountain Golf Club
Golf Digest "Places to Play" resort course 3-star award. Sapphire Mountain challenges players with a variety of elevations from tee to green. Natural rock formations, lush forests and natural vegetation frame each hole amongst a scenic backdrop.;Championship (6185 yards, 69.3 rating, 127 slope);
Sapphire, NC Golf CoursesCascade Lake Recreation Area
Campground with 7 acre lake. Canoing, Fishing, Swimming.
Pisgah Forest, NC Lakes