Best places: Nature preserves in Avery County

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The North Carolina Arboretum
Arboretum
Arboretum in a forest with mountain views, gardens & a bonsai exhibit, plus hiking & biking paths.
4.80 (6.4K reviews) (~89.24 km from centre)
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Grandfather Mountain
Nature preserve
Nature preserve with rugged peaks, alpine hiking trails, a nature museum & backcountry camping.
4.80 (5.8K reviews) (~8.4 km from centre)
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Red River Gorge Geological Area
National forest
Area of huge cliffs & sandstone arches carved by the Red River, with a visitor center.
4.90 (761 reviews) (~245.45 km from centre)
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Carolina Outfitters White Water Rafting
Raft trip outfitter
👍👍 AMAZING! Jeremy was very knowledgeable about the water and the area! We got to get out and jump into the river! Got to do awesome rock spins (Jeremy sent it a little too far and launched himself out of the boat, but he was back in the boat in record time… honestly very impressive for a near death ex...
4.90 (707 reviews) (~184.2 km from centre)
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Mile High Swinging Bridge
Tourist attraction
Built in 1952, this mile-high pedestrian bridge offers sweeping views of Grandfather Mountain.
4.80 (3.2K reviews) (~8.39 km from centre)
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Mount Jefferson State Natural Area
State park
👍👍 We went up here Saturday night to see the sunset while we were still in town and it was a very beautiful overlook. We just stayed in the parking area, but there is also a trail you can hike to another overlook. We were impressed that you can even see Grandfather Mountain in the distance, which was c...
4.90 (672 reviews) (~54.33 km from centre)
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West Columbia Riverwalk Park and Amphitheater
Nature preserve
This park on the Congaree River features an amphitheater & connects with the Three Rivers Greenway.
4.80 (2.7K reviews) (~244.73 km from centre)
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Ijams Nature Center
Nature preserve
Wetlands & rock formations fill urban nature park with 10 miles of trails plus bike & canoe rental.
4.80 (2.2K reviews) (~175.33 km from centre)
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Reedy Creek Park
Park
Creekside walks & fishing spots in woodland with picnic shelters & ruins of pioneer-era cabins.
4.80 (1.1K reviews) (~141.93 km from centre)
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Latta Nature Preserve
Nature preserve
Latta Plantation Preserve's interpretive center, with native animals, a habitat garden & gift shop.
4.80 (1K reviews) (~121.72 km from centre)
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Anne Springs Close Greenway - Lake Haigler
Nature preserve
👍👍 We are from Florida and usually don't have trails like Anne Springs Close near the city this beautiful. We took the Haigler Lake loop which is a beautiful scenic trail. We also experienced the Swinging Bridge which was fun also. If you want to enjoy a beautiful, scenic and quaint trail...this is a...
4.80 (730 reviews) (~145.51 km from centre)
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Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium
Park
This vast park with 25 miles of trails features a planetarium, a pioneer museum & fishing spots.
4.70 (2.9K reviews) (~78.07 km from centre)
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McDowell Nature Preserve
Nature preserve
This mostly undeveloped preserve with a lake has a nature center, campground, trails & play areas.
4.70 (2.7K reviews) (~135.74 km from centre)
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Conestee Nature Preserve
Nature preserve
Home to more than 200 bird species, this 400-acre wildlife preserve offers paved trails & bog walks.
4.70 (2.3K reviews) (~149.96 km from centre)
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McAlpine Creek Park
Nature preserve
114-acre county park with a lake & fishing pier, soccer fields, hiking & bike trails, & a dog park.
4.70 (1.9K reviews) (~148.48 km from centre)
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Bald Rock Heritage Preserve
Nature preserve
👍👍 Great place to hang out and take pictures in nature. Amazing view of the nearby mountain ranges like Caesar's Head! There are a few short nature trails but not much of a hike. Great for picnics or a quick get away!
4.70 (1.9K reviews) (~127.33 km from centre)
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South Carolina Botanical Garden
Botanical garden
👍👍 This is one place you have to make sure you have enough time in your day to fully enjoy this botanical garden. There are plenty of garden areas, buildings and habitats to see and walk through. The visitor center has drinks or souvenirs along with art work throughout the building. I would recommend w...
4.80 (538 reviews) (~176.16 km from centre)
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Sherman Branch Nature Preserve
Nature preserve
👍👍 One of the Best MTB Trails anywhere! Flowing through the woods with well maintained trails, I love this place!
4.80 (523 reviews) (~149.38 km from centre)
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Cedarock Park
Park
Disc golf, nature trails & a restored 19th-century farmstead with animals, plus private tours.
4.70 (1.2K reviews) (~223.27 km from centre)
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Glendale Shoals Preserve & Waterfalls
Nature preserve
13-acre natural area on the site of a former mill, with trails, a dam, waterfall & a 1928 bridge.
4.70 (1K reviews) (~126.47 km from centre)
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