Best 73 things to do in Hendersonville, NC

Scenic drive to two vineyards outside Asheville

Discover edible plants and mushrooms with expert guides and enjoy a trail-side tasting.

Meet 10–12 edible wild plants on a 1.5-hour stroll near downtown Asheville

Explore 47 acres of vines and enjoy a glass of wine

Explore a sacred Cherokee summit with Smoky Mountains stops by van

Paddle the Upper French Broad with an easy Class I, self-guided 8-mile route

Float the Upper French Broad River with a guided tubing setup

Rent a canoe, kayak, SUP, or tandem kayak for a 24-hour or weekly outing

Float-fish for smallmouth bass with a guide on an 8-hour river trip

Fish Western North Carolina lakes and rivers with a licensed bass guide

Self-guided 4-hour paddle on the Upper French Broad River (Tuesdays only)

Meet and interact with special animals in a private guided setting

Cruise Lake Bowen on a 24-foot pontoon with launch, briefing, and easy return assistance

Cruise Lake Bowen on a 24-foot pontoon with launch, retrieval, and an on-water briefing handled for you

Private calm-water rafting for up to 5, with a guide on the French Broad River

Try hot glass basics and make 1–3 pieces in a 3-hour workshop

Try hot glass basics in a small-group, 3-hour workshop

Paddle a full day along the French Broad River, passing Biltmore Estate and vibrant arts studios.

Discover lush trails and hidden cascades with certified guides ensuring safety and local insights.

Wade private waters on a half-day guided trout fly fishing trip

Wade private Western North Carolina waters with a full-day trout fly fishing guide

Fish public waters for trout with a 4-hour guided wade trip

Float a Western North Carolina river and fish from a guided drift boat

Wade Western North Carolina public waters with a fly fishing guide