State Forests

Holmes Educational State Forest

A managed forest designed to promote better understanding of the value of forests through exhibits, audio stations (talking trees), signs and ranger-conducted classes. Picnic and hiking trails. Free. Open: Mid-March through Mid-NovemberHours of Operation: Tues – Fri 9-5 Sat/Sun 11-8

Plan Your Visit

Getting There & Details

Address
1299 Crab Creek Road Hendersonville, NC 28739
Phone
(828)692-0100
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Upcoming Events

Events in Hendersonville

Apr
25
Annual Meltdown Classic Motorcycle Show
May
7
Annual Bearfootin’ Art Walk Reveal
May
14
Rhythm and Brews Concert Series
May
23–24
Annual Garden Jubilee Festival
Jun
5–19
Music On Main Street
Jun
6–9
Annual Antique & Vintage Show
Jun–Jul
26–24
Carolina Mountain Car Club Classic Car Show
Jun–Jul
26–24
Carolina Mountain Car Club Classic Car Show
Outdoors

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