Outdoor Recreation

Bellflower Management

Spend Time Outside During Your

North Carolina Trip

Western North Carolina is spectacular. The landscapes are gorgeous with mountains, forests, waterways, and more. When you rent a property with Bellflower Management, you have access to all this and more. Look below to see some of our favorite recreational opportunities. To book your stay, contact us now with rentals available in 24 hours!

Options for Outdoor Recreation

Navitat


Zip through the canopies! Just 15 minutes up I-26 in Barnardsville, NC, Navitat's adrenaline-pumping zipline tours let you soar through miles of lush Appalachian forest. Expert guides lead groups as you glide along cables and navigate aerial challenges from towering platforms in this one-of-a-kind adventure.

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Blue Heron Whitewater


Ride the rapids of the French Broad River just 20 minutes north in Barnardsville, NC, where Class III-IV whitewater awaits with Blue Heron Whitewater. Whether rafting, kayaking, or stand-up paddle boarding, experience guides lead the way down spring-fed waters for thrills suited to all abilities.

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French Broad Outfitters


Downtown has prime access to tubing adventures, with French Broad Outfitters ready to shuttle groups to launch points along the gentle urban float route. Rent tubes, kayaks, or stand-up paddleboards and ride the current, soaking up skyline sights as the French Broad winds through the heart of the city.

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Lower Douglas Falls


Tucked away in Barnardsville, NC, Lower Douglas Falls hides a scenic swimming hole and cascade surrounded by lush forest. Though the trail isn't long, beware of rough terrain on the hike down to these falls. Use caution and refer to directions for this hidden gem.

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Graveyard Fields Trail


One of the most spectacular hikes off the Blue Ridge Parkway, Graveyard Fields Loop passes breathtaking vistas on a short trek suitable for all skill levels. In late summer, you can pick wild blueberries in the meadows before relaxing by the stunning waterfalls.

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