Asheville 2009 Official Visitor Guide - (Page 31) Madison County Visitor Center, 72 S. Main St., Mars Hill (17 miles from Asheville), 877.262.3476, visitmadisoncounty. com. A recreational paradise! Whitewater rafting, hiking on the Appalachian Trail, mountain biking, horseback riding, hot mineral springs and skiing. See Our Ad on this page. Jewel of the Blue Ridge Recreation, culture and history abound just north of Asheville. Visit Hot Springs, an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise with the Appalachian Trail, whitewater rafting and canoeing on the French Broad River and North Carolina’s only hot mineral baths. In Mars Hill, stop in at the Rural Life Museum or take in a play at the Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre. Ski or board at the Wolf Laurel Resort. 46299 Tweetsie Railroad As Carolina’s original family theme park, Tweetsie Railroad is a unique attraction that allows children and families to explore their imaginations and a whole lot more. Be a cowboy, cowgirl, Indian or an engineer. Shop along Main Street, pan for gold or visit the deer and goats in The Deer Park. Tweetsie has amusement rides for all ages and live entertainment throughout the park. And, of course, hop aboard our historic train for a fun-filled threemile Wild West journey through the scenic mountains. Located in Blowing Rock, NC. 47153 what to do Museum of the Cherokee Indian 589 Tsali Blvd., Cherokee (45 miles from Asheville), 828.497.3481, cherokee-nc.com. The museum tells the Cherokee story through its award-winning interactive displays, artifacts and other materials that offer a thought-provoking glimpse at a culture more than 10,000 years old. Visit the Web site for seasonal hours. Madison County Tourism 877.262.3476 www.visitmadisoncounty.com 800.526.5740 www.tweetsie.com Oconaluftee Indian Village US 441 N., Cherokee (45 miles from Asheville), 828.497.2111, 866.554.4557, cherokee-nc.com. Experience what life was like among the Cherokee in 1750 as you amble through their living Grandfather Mountain Grandfather Mountain is known for its fantastic 360-degree views and Mile High Swinging Bridge, but there’s so much more. Rugged hikes and easy-going nature walks; picnic areas and restaurant; native wildlife in natural habitats, nature museum, nature programs with expert naturalists. There’s an adventure here for everyone. Open all year, weather permitting; 1.5 hours northeast of Asheville. Blue Ridge Parkway, Exit MP305 Linville, NC 800.468.7325 828.733.4337 www.grandfather-mtn.com 47429 Historic Hendersonville & the Village of Flat Rock Historic Hendersonville and the Village of Flat Rock invite you to explore the many activities and events just 22 miles south of Asheville. Make your reservations at the state theatre of North Carolina, Flat Rock Playhouse. Tour the beautiful waterfalls, mountain biking and hiking trails of the Dupont State Forest and Pisgah National Forest. Visit the Western North Carolina Air Museum, Historic Johnson Farm, Jump Off Rock Park, Holmes Educational State Forest, Carl Sandburg Home NHS and the Historic Districts of Hendersonville and the Village of Flat Rock. You’re so close to so many vacation activities. Visitors Center 201 S. Main St. Hendersonville, NC 28792 800.828.4244 www.historichendersonville.org/avg 45970 ExploreAsheville.com 31 http://www.visitmadisoncounty.com http://www.visitmadisoncounty.com http://www.tweetsie.com http://www.grandfather-mtn.com http://www.historichendersonville.org/avg http://www.ExploreAsheville.com
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