
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES IN HAYWOOD COUNTY
From stargazing to swimming in waterfalls, to cruising on the famous Blueridge Parkway, return to sanity in the great outdoors of the North Carolina mountains. Welcome to Haywood County.

Find fresh perspective in National Parks
Haywood County packs in so much to do. The Great Smoky Mountains, Blue Ridge Parkway, and Pisgah National Forest all converge here, bringing trails, waterfalls, and views that stop you in your tracks.


hiking in western nc
Explore easy day hikes
Stroll along a gentle path along the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, perfect for families and leisurely mountain views.
One-of-a-kind outdoor moments
The great outdoors pull their own weight in Haywood. Rivers beg for a cast, backroads dare you to pedal harder, and forest trails wind their way to quiet clearings and surprise elk sightings.
All outdoor activities in Haywood County

LEAVE NO TRACE
Respect the mountains
We’re lucky to call the NC Smokies home. Like any good neighbor, we work hard to keep our mountains clean and cared for.

































