Whitney’s guidebook

Whitney
Whitney’s guidebook

Hiking

This is a great local hike. It’s a bit steep, but definitely worth it! Go up Rainbow Rd for a more gradual ascent
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Lookout Mountain
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This is a great local hike. It’s a bit steep, but definitely worth it! Go up Rainbow Rd for a more gradual ascent
This is another fabulous trail that runs along a creek. 9 miles round trip
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Greybeard Trail
Greybeard Trail
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This is another fabulous trail that runs along a creek. 9 miles round trip
Beautiful hike to see 360 views of the Blue Ridge Mountains
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Craggy Pinnacle Wanderung
3641 Blue Ridge Pkwy
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Beautiful hike to see 360 views of the Blue Ridge Mountains

Food scene

Best soups and sandwiches in town!
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Veranda Cafe & Gift
119 Cherry St
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Best soups and sandwiches in town!
This is our favorite spot when we have something special to celebrate.
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Black Mountain Bistro
203 E State St
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This is our favorite spot when we have something special to celebrate.
Casual and friendly, this local spot is a combination of gear shops and great brews.
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WNC Outdoor Collective
110 Black Mountain Ave
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Casual and friendly, this local spot is a combination of gear shops and great brews.
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My Father's Pizza & Pasta
110 Cherry St
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A favorite budget-friendly place for locals and visitors alike!
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Trail Head Restaurant & Bar
207 W State St
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A favorite budget-friendly place for locals and visitors alike!
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Merry Wine Market
108 W State St
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Tucked away on a quiet street, this little bakery has all the charm!
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Four Sisters Bakery
136 N Dougherty St
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Tucked away on a quiet street, this little bakery has all the charm!
Great coffee and ambiance
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The Dripolator Coffeehouse
221 W State St
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Great coffee and ambiance
Excellent place to eat. Reservations recommended for dinner. A new favorite in town!
The Pure & Proper
Excellent place to eat. Reservations recommended for dinner. A new favorite in town!
Great place for a burger and a beer. It's outside seating right on main street.
Foothills Grange
Great place for a burger and a beer. It's outside seating right on main street.

Kids

Montreat playground is a favorite for families. Shaded and near a creek, it’s also a great place for a picnic.
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Robert Lake Park
317 Texas Rd
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Sightseeing

The 1/2 mile walk around the lake is beautiful at any time of day. There's a playground, tennis courts, and a swimming pool located here too.
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Lake Tomahawk Park
401 Laurel Cir Dr
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The 1/2 mile walk around the lake is beautiful at any time of day. There's a playground, tennis courts, and a swimming pool located here too.
Saturday morning craft and food market from May to November.
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Black Mountain Tailgate Market
130 Montreat Rd
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Saturday morning craft and food market from May to November.