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Brevard Information

Brevard is a small town located in western North Carolina with a population of about 7600 people. It is about a two-and-a-half hour drive from Brevard to Charlotte, and a three-hour drive to Atlanta, so it is close to major cities but has a distinct getaway feeling. Brevard is known worldwide for its amazing natural beauty, and was ranked by National Geographic as one of the “50 last best places in the world”.

In Brevard, the outdoor activities are endless, whether it be hiking, running, walking, biking, or just relaxing by one of the 200 waterfalls in the area. Some of Brevard’s best recreational hotspots include Pisgah National Forest, Gorges State Park, French Broad River, and Davidson River. Brevard also has fantastic accommodations for children, as the area is perfect for hosting summer camps. Because of its beautiful outdoors, Brevard has received national recognition from Outside magazine and The Sierra Club. Along with the numerous outdoor excursions nearby, Brevard is also a place with a rich culture. The city hosts three annual bike races as well as six annual festivals with live music, food, and entertainment. Due to the city’s location in Transylvania County, Halloween is celebrated with enthusiasm every year and features the annual Halloweenfest. Here, many activities and recreational competitions are held such as dancing, pumpkin carving contests, and anything else to satisfy one’s Halloween day needs. In August every year, Hunger Games filming tours are held in the woods of Transylvania County, in which tourists can walk in the footsteps of their favorite characters. Along with the outdoor and cultural activities that the town has to offer tourists, Brevard also has many different great restaurants, and is home to many world class chefs. Some of the best restaurants include Marco Trattoria, Square Root, Hobnob, and many more American and non-American options. Brevard is also a shopping hub, and its rich history of the arts contributes greatly to that experience, where there are seven fine art galleries in town and some galleries just outside of it.

If you love animals, Brevard is widely known for its White Squirrels. Theories about how these squirrels came to the region involve an overturned carnival truck and an escaped pet squirrel breeding with native squirrels. Brevard encourages local volunteers to help monitor the population of White Squirrels at the annual White Squirrel count. Anybody can help monitor their endangered population and make sure they stay healthy. In addition to the joys of being a squirrel enthusiast, be sure to take a hike along one of the many waterfall trails! Brevard has so much to offer tourists from outdoor activities, to wildlife, to nearby big cities, and culture. It is no wonder how they get so much national attention and praise.

Tripping.com features 90 rentals in Brevard so travellers can enjoy flexibility and a fantastic selection! Look for accommodations near North Broad Street if you want to be within walking distance from the best restaurants and cafes.

Because Brevard is a town of very small population and size, transportation options are fairly limited compared to the big cities. Brevard has a daily taxi and transit service that can take you wherever you need to go every day. However, if you’d like to explore nature to the fullest, consider renting a car.