Looking to explore the outdoors during your stay at Roamly Getaways? You’re in the perfect location! Brevard, NC is a hiker’s paradise, offering everything from challenging summit climbs to family-friendly waterfall walks.
Our friend Cate from Cate’s Compass has put together an incredible comprehensive guide to hiking in the Brevard area. As someone who’s spent countless hours exploring these trails, she’s compiled her top 17 favorites that showcase the best of what our area has to offer.
Trail Highlights Near Roamly Getaways:
For the Adventure Seekers:
- Looking Glass Rock (5.6 miles) – An iconic Carolina landmark with stunning summit views
- John Rock (4.7 miles) – A less crowded alternative with equally impressive vistas
- Daniel Ridge Loop (4.6 miles) – Features Cate’s favorite swimming hole
For Waterfall Lovers:
- Triple Falls Trail (2.7 miles) – Two waterfalls in one hike, including a swimming spot at High Falls
- Rainbow Falls (3.9 miles) – One of North Carolina’s most beautiful cascades
- Moore Cove Falls (1.2 miles) – Walk behind this unique waterfall
For Quick Adventures:
- Black Balsam Knob (1.4 miles) – Our pick for best short hike with incredible views
- Looking Glass Falls (0.3 miles) – Easily accessible iconic waterfall
- Graveyard Fields (1.3 miles) – Beautiful in both spring and fall
For Swimming & Cool-Offs:
- Courthouse Falls (2 miles) – Perfect for a refreshing cold plunge
- Wintergreen Falls (3.1 miles) – A quieter spot with a 4-5 ft deep pool
- Cove Creek and Caney Bottom (4.6 miles) – Multiple swimming spots along the trail
Whether you’re seeking panoramic views, refreshing waterfalls, swimming holes, peaceful forest walks, you’ll find it all within a short drive of Roamly Getaways.
Check out Cate’s complete guide with detailed trail descriptions, parking tips, and insider advice at Cate’s Compass →
After a day on the trails, you’ll appreciate our crystal clear hot tubs at Roamly Getaways! We are the perfect basecamp for your Brevard outdoor adventures!
