2008 Biltmore Visit Planner

Area Attractions DILLSBORO Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Climb Aboard for Rail Adventure! That’s an invitation to a delightful train journey through the Western North Carolina Mountains. Travel along rushing rivers, cross Fontana Lake on a high trestle, and cruise through green valleys and rolling farmlands. Operating year round; choose from several half-day scenic rail excursions from depots in Dillsboro and Bryson City, North Carolina. Join us on select Friday evenings for a rousing performance aboard the Mystery Theatre Dinner Train or on Saturday evenings board the Gourmet Dinner Train for a four-course meal served in the fine tradition of railroad dining. Popular train and raft trips treat you to a train ride and a two-hour rafting trip with seasoned guides. Premier Special Events include: The Little Engine that Could™, Day Out with Thomas™, Railfest, Peanuts™ Pumpkin Patch Express, and Polar Express™. Depots in Dillsboro and Bryson City. P.O. Box 1490 • Bryson City, NC 28713 • 8oo-872-4681 code BE • 828-586-8811 code BE • www.gsmr.com CHIMNEY ROCK Chimney Rock State Park Our list of things to discover stretches as far as the eye can see. If new visitors know anything about us, they know Chimney Rock — the epic, ancient bit of granite that stands majestically over some of the most beautiful terrain you’ll find. The views it offers across Hickory Nut Gorge are jaw-dropping. But what draws folks back is everything else they find. Like our friendly, knowledgeable staff. Hiking options perfect for families or a little time alone. Guided wildflower hikes, bird walks, and rock climbing instruction. And what seems like an almost infinite variety of interesting plants and animals. It’s the best of the mountains in one easy-to-get-to place. Special events include Easter Sunrise Service, “Bark in the Park” and “Race to the Rock.” Located in Chimney Rock Village just 25 miles SE of Asheville and Biltmore. Open all year. Live it up! Highway 64 ⁄ 74-a • Chimney Rock, nc 2872o • 8oo-277-9611 • 828-625-9611 • www.chimneyrockpark.com Official estate ticket distributor http://www.gsmr.com http://www.chimneyrockpark.com

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Getting Here Planning Your Visit New This Year Insider Tips Biltmore House Gardens Winery River Bend Farm Specialty Tours and Outdoor Activities Dining Shopping Lodging Special Events Calendar

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