Highlands
Travel Guide
Visit Highlands
Where to stay in Highlands
Downtown Highlands
When in Downtown Highlands, you can plan a visit to Highlands Playhouse and Cullasaja River Gorge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Mirror Lake
While Mirror Lake may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Cullasaja River Gorge.
Highlands Hills
Though Highlands Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bridal Veil Falls and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts.
Highlands Falls
Highlands Falls might not have many top sights, but Whiteside Mountain and Highlands Biological Station are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Lake Sequoyah
While Lake Sequoyah may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bridal Veil Falls and Dry Falls.
Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
"Very nice and relaxing stay"
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026
The Skyline Lodge
"There is little space in the room and the TV is on a side wall not facing the beds. There is NO microwave. No breakfast which is a disgrace after paying exorbitant fees to stay. There is NO view from room and a small view from dining for some people. The food at the dining was so salty we couldn't ..."
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026
Outpost Inn
"Cool place, nice atmosphere short walk to the center of Highlands reasonably priced comfortable rooms and quiet"
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026
Tripps Cabin- Quaint cabin a mile from downtown Highlands!
"Cute cabin, a little rustic but close to town and easy to get to."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
One bedroom cabin in Highlands, NC on a creek close to everything!
"Great property; hidden in the mountains for a quiet, serene setting…except for the beautiful sounds of the creek! Clean property, advertised correctly, easy check-in, and good communication with owners.It is located about 20 minutes from Highlands."
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026
2 Living Areas + Fireplace: Mirror Lake Cottage!
"3 bedrooms but every one has only full size beds, not even queens as you would expect for this price.Outside patio is very nice, with waterfall system. However parts not covered get slippery when damp due to mold.Kitchen is great!Tv do not have hi def cable so picture is poor."
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026
