Best 53 things to do in Highlands, NC

Cruise Lake Jocassee or Lake Keowee on a 22-foot pontoon built for lake days

Cruise Lake Jocassee or Lake Keowee on a 90 hp pontoon

Cruise, tube, and explore waterfalls aboard a powerful double-canopy pontoon

Cruise Lake Jocassee or Lake Keowee on a shaded tritoon with room for tubing

Cruise Lake Jocassee or Lake Keowee with towing and swimming amenities

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

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

Walk with pack llamas to High Falls and Triple Falls

Pick up a kayak or paddleboard and paddle Lake Keowee for 4 hours

Paddle High Falls Park your way with a 2-hour kayak or paddleboard rental

Rent a kayak or paddleboard for a full day at High Falls Park

Rent a kayak or paddleboard for 4 hours with gear included

Rent a kayak or paddleboard for an easy hour on the water

Choose your own pace on Lake Keowee from South Cove Park

Explore Lake Keowee by kayak or paddleboard from South Cove Park

Spend a day paddling Lake Keowee from South Cove Park

Celebrate on a captain-led tiki boat cruise with island-style vibes

Explore 47 acres of vines and enjoy a glass of wine

Learn riding basics and horse care at Arrowmont Stables

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