Downtown Highlands, NC

Highlands

Aerial view of Highlands, with the downtown area and surrounding forest
Aerial view of Highlands, with the downtown area and surrounding forest
Stream meandering through the mountains #green
The last of the evening light just before I slipped off the rock into the river. #river
Frozen morning sunrise. I dropped my cane down a cliff and had to go down after it I think it was worth it. #river

Popular places to visit

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Dry Falls

Explore the great outdoors at Dry Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's entertainment venues, or seek out its hiking trails.

Dry Falls
Sunset over Spey Valley Golf and Country Club

Highlands Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Highlands at Highlands Country Club. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Highlands Country Club
View from Whiteside Mountain in late fall

Whiteside Mountain

Explore the great outdoors at Whiteside Mountain and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's waterfalls and seek out the hiking trails.

Whiteside Mountain
Small, yet lovely roadside waterfall - drive under it! Such a sweet discovery.

Bridal Veil Falls

Explore the great outdoors at Bridal Veil Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's entertainment venues, or seek out its golf courses.

Bridal Veil Falls
Cullasaja Falls, outside of Highlands NC, and 90% frozen over from the big freeze December 2017.

Cullasaja Falls

Explore the great outdoors at Cullasaja Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's waterfalls and seek out the hiking trails.

Cullasaja Falls
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Glen Falls

Explore the great outdoors at Glen Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. In the area, take in the entertainment venues and waterfalls.

Glen Falls

Downtown Highlands Hotel Deals

Highlander Mountain House

Highlander Mountain House

3.5 out of 5
270 Main Street Highlands NC
The price is AED 716 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
AED 716
AED 786 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Highlands. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (222 reviews)
Clean room. Beautiful property.

Reviewed on 24 February 2026

Highlander Mountain House
Above a Wine Shoppe...Downtown Highlands!

Above a Wine Shoppe...Downtown Highlands!

Highlands NC
Stay at this apartment in Highlands. Enjoy a garden, concierge services, and patios. Popular attractions Highlands Playhouse and Cullasaja River Gorge are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (118 reviews)
Very nice, clean, close to downtown

Reviewed on 9 February 2026

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Above a Wine Shoppe...Downtown Highlands!
Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

4 out of 5
96 Log Cabin Lane Highlands NC
The price is AED 657 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
AED 657
AED 722 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Highlands. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (280 reviews)
The room was comfortable. A bit disappointed in the amenities But all in all, a good stay

Reviewed on 28 February 2026

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Mountain Valley Inn Dillard

Mountain Valley Inn Dillard

2 out of 5
13 Royalty Ln Dillard GA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 215 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
AED 215
AED 266 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dillard. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Eh

Reviewed on 23 February 2026

Mountain Valley Inn Dillard
Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley

Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley

2.5 out of 5
3245 US Highway 64 E Sapphire NC
The price is AED 434 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
AED 434
AED 490 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sapphire. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (733 reviews)
Such a nice clean hotel. The hot tub was a real treat

Reviewed on 19 February 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley
Bridge Creek Inn

Bridge Creek Inn

2.5 out of 5
60 S Main St Clayton GA
Stay at this hotel in Clayton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Main ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (223 reviews)
Nice stuff and room. Great location the restaurant is very good.

Reviewed on 22 February 2026

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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Highlands

Panoramic view at the lake and forest in a fall

Mirror Lake

5/5(1 area review)

While there might not be top attractions in Mirror Lake, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Highlands Country Club and Dry Falls.

Mirror Lake
Sunlight dapples the vista from the Big View Scenic Overlook along Highway 64 between Cashiers and Highlands, North Carolina in Nantahala National Forest. Whiteside Mountain is to the right.

Highlands Hills

5/5(3 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Highlands Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Highlands Country Club and Bridal Veil Falls.

Highlands Hills
Breathtaking view of Studlagil basalt canyon, Iceland, Europe.

Highlands Falls

Highlands Falls might not have many top sights, but Whiteside Mountain and Highlands Country Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Highlands Falls
Lake Sequoyah and a dam in Highlands, North Carolina.

Lake Sequoyah

While Lake Sequoyah isn't home to many top sights, Dry Falls and Bridal Veil Falls are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lake Sequoyah
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Wildwood Mountain

While Wildwood Mountain isn't home to many top sights, Old Edwards Club and Whiteside Mountain are some notable places to visit nearby.

Wildwood Mountain

Downtown Highlands, NC

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