Fall getaways at Leatherwood Mountains Resort are a memorable experience. We are one of the best North Carolina mountain resorts where kids and adults alike can experience the season’s beauty during a family vacation. Guests of all ages can delight in exploring the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains with horseback riding, hiking trails, ziplining, and more. The hidden-away feel and breathtaking scenery makes our cozy cabins a dreamy spot for romantic mountain getaways as well. Fall getaways at Leatherwood Mountains Resort create unforgettable memories that last a lifetime.
4 Ways to Enjoy Fall Getaways at Leatherwood Mountains Resort
Enjoy Scenic Drives During Fall Getaways
Due to Leatherwood Mountains Resorts’ close location to the Blue Ridge Parkway, you can fill your fall getaways with plenty of adventurous day trips. Visit Linville Falls, also known as the Grand Canyon of the Southern Appalachians. It’s a breathtaking three-tiered waterfall that cascades 2,000 feet from Grandfather Mountain into the Linville Gorge. Explore Grandfather Mountain, with rugged alpine trails and the famous Mile High Swinging Bridge. Take a drive to the historic Flat Top Manor at Moses H. Cone Memorial Park, just 19 miles away from Leatherwood Mountains Resort. For a memorable adventure, visit Mount Mitchell State Park, the highest peak in the eastern U.S., featuring hiking trails, picnic spots, and panoramic views.
Join in the Local Fall Festivals and Activities
Fall getaways in the NC Blue Ridge Mountains offer a variety of seasonal festivals and activities. Some of the local fall festivals include Tweetsie’s Ghost Train, Hickory’s Oktoberfest, and Brushy Mountain Apple Festival. There is also a lovely assortment of apple orchards near Leatherwood Mountains Resort, where you can enjoy apple picking and other fun fall activities.
Delight in Fall Getaways Filled With Outdoor Adventures
Thanks to the cooler temperatures, fall getaways at Leatherwood Mountains Resort are perfect for outdoor fun. Our resort offers thrilling activities for adventurous souls and nature lovers. You can enjoy zip-lining through the Blue Ridge Mountains and an equestrian paradise complete with horseback riding trails, lessons, equine events, and full boarding services. A great day trip from our resort during the fall is New River State Park. The park’s star attraction is the New River, one of the oldest rivers in the world. Canoeing, kayaking, or tubing down this ancient waterway is an exhilarating journey adorned in autumn hues.
Explore the North Carolina Trails Painted in Fall Foliage
During fall getaways at Leatherwood Mountains Resort, you can saturate yourself in the Blue Ridge Mountains’ autumn hues on one of our 75 miles of hiking trails. Our resort has several access points to the renowned Appalachian Trail, offering 300 miles of award-winning hiking trails featured in Backpacker Magazine and Blue Ridge Outdoors. Along the Blue Ridge Parkway, trails like Flat Rock Trail and the Green Knob Trail offer sweeping views of serene fall foliage. You can also take a trip to the nearby hiking trails in Boone, such as the Elk Knob Summit Trail and the Mountains to Sea Trail at Goshen Creek.
