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21 Best and Fun Things To Do In Black Mountain, North Carolina


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Black Mountain, North Carolina is renowned for its breathtaking hiking and nature paths, along with its abundant forests and picturesque hills. It has been recognized as the “Most Beautiful Small Town in the United States,” and also boasts a diverse blend of cafés, eateries, shops, and art galleries.

Black Mountain may be a small town, but it has plenty to offer visitors. You can explore nearly 100 miles of forested mountain trails or take in world-class art at the Black Mountain Art Center. There are plenty of unique shops, like Clothesline Clothing Co., where you can find local jewelry and handmade goods.

There are plenty of things to do in Black Mountain without leaving the area for long. Here are our top picks

The 21 Most Popular Things To Do In Black Mountain, North Carolina

21. Swannanoa Gap

5.0 ★★★★★ (2 reviews)

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20. Burnett Reservoir

4.0 ★★★★☆ (2 reviews)

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19. Presbyterian Heritage Center

4.8 ★★★★★ (5 reviews)

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Location: 318  Terrace Montreat NC

Tel:  828 669 6556

Web Address:   http://phcmontreat.org/

18. Lake Susan

4.8 ★★★★★ (12 reviews)

17. Graybeard Mountain

4.9 ★★★★★ (16 reviews)

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16. Dr. John Wilson Community Garden

4.9 ★★★★★ (22 reviews)

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Location: 99 White Pine Dr Black Mountain NC

Tel:  828 669 2052

Web Address:   https://townofblackmountain.org/2647/Community-Garden

15. Lookout Mountain

4.6 ★★★★★ (45 reviews)

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14. The Light Center

4.9 ★★★★★ (74 reviews)

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Location: 2190 NC 9 Black Mountain NC

Tel:  828 669 6845

Web Address:   http://urlight.org/

13. Veterans Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (137 reviews)

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Location: 10 Veterans Park Dr Black Mountain NC

Tel:  828 669 2052

Web Address:   http://wncoc.org/event/orienteering-black-mountain-veterans-park/

12. Black Mountain Cider + Mead

4.7 ★★★★★ (205 reviews)

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Location: 104 Eastside Dr #307 Black Mountain NC

Tel:  828 419 0089

Web Address:   http://blackmountainciderandmead.com/

11. Robert Lake Park

4.8 ★★★★★ (323 reviews)

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Location: 317 Texas Road Montreat NC

Tel:  800 572 2257

Web Address:   https://montreat.org/recreation#rlp

10. Charles D Owen Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (393 reviews)

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Location: 875 Warren Wilson Road Swannanoa NC

Tel:  828 250 4260

Web Address:   https://buncombecounty.org/governing/depts/parks/facilities/parks/charles-owen.aspx

Our Top picks

9. Flood Gallery Fine Art Center

4.8 ★★★★★ (22 reviews)

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Location: 850 Blue Ridge Road Black Mountain NC

Tel:  828 273 3332

Web Address:   http://floodgallery.org/

8. Red House Studios and Gallery

4.7 ★★★★★ (27 reviews)

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Location: 310 W Streetate Street Black Mountain NC

Tel:  828 669 0351

Web Address:   http://svfalarts.org/

7. Town of Black Mountain: Recreation & Parks

4.4 ★★★★☆ (28 reviews)

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Location: 304 Black Mountain Ave Black Mountain NC

Tel:  828 669 2052

Web Address:   https://townofblackmountain.org/2448/Parks-Recreation

6. Mountain Nest

4.9 ★★★★★ (37 reviews)

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Location: 133 Cherry Street Black Mountain NC

Tel:  828 669 0314

Web Address:   http://mtnnest.com/

5. Swannanoa Valley Museum & History Center

4.8 ★★★★★ (40 reviews)

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Location: 223 W Streetate Street Black Mountain NC

Tel:  828 669 9566

Web Address:   http://swannanoavalleymuseum.org/

4. Lake Tomahawk

4.6 ★★★★★ (46 reviews)

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3. Seven Sisters Gallery

4.8 ★★★★★ (88 reviews)

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Location: 119 Broadway Ave Black Mountain NC

Tel:  828 669 5107

Web Address:   http://sevensistersgallery.com/

2. Black Mountain Town Square

4.7 ★★★★★ (98 reviews)

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Location: 100 E Streetate Street Black Mountain NC

Tel:  828 669 2052

Web Address:   https://townofblackmountain.org/2483/Town-Square

1. Lake Tomahawk Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (1,100 reviews)

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Location: 401 Laurel Cir Dr #3061 Black Mountain NC

Tel:  828 669 2052

Web Address:   https://townofblackmountain.org/2448/Parks-Recreation

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Black Mountain, North Carolina! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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