Forest Heritage Scenic Byway
Places to Visit
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The oldest frame house in western North Carolina.
Distance from byway: On the byway Directions: On NC 280, just north of intersection with US 64.
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Big East Fork Trailhead is one of the main access points to the Shining Rock Wilderness Area. Today, visitors hike and backpack to find solitude, recreation, challenge and scenic beauty.
Distance from byway: On the byway Directions: The Big East Fork trailhead parking area marks the northern end of the byway. It is located 17.6 miles north of the Pisgah National Forest southern entrance.
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Named for a Revolutionary War soldier, Brevard is a community within the forests of North Carolina.
Distance from byway: On the byway Directions: Off of US Highway 64 or 276.
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Cradle of Forestry in America (NC)
The Cradle of Forestry is the site of the first forestry school in America – the Biltmore Forest School, founded in 1898 by Dr. Carl Schenck, chief forester for George Vanderbilt’s Biltmore Estate.
Distance from byway: On the byway Directions: In the Pisgah National Forest off US 276.
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Davidson River Campground (NC)
This popular campground upstream from the historic Davidson River Mill site offers another great way to experience the river. Hiking trails, fishing streams, and overnight camping with interpretive programs are available here. Sites, restrooms and shower facilities are accessible. This campground is open year round.
Distance from byway: On the byway Directions: Located on the west side of U.S. 276, 1.1 miles from the beginning of the byway.
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This interpretive pull-off location marks the site of homesteads from the early 1900s.
Distance from byway: On the byway Directions: Located on the east side of U.S. 276, 2.0 miles from the byway beginning.
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Resting on a half-acre plot purchased for $5 in 1860 by Reverend A.F. English , a Methodist preacher, this church was once both a school house and church to the 40 to 50 families living in the area. The aging old wooden building was rebuilt in stone by congregation volunteers in 1940.
Distance from byway: On the byway Directions: Located on the south side of U.S. 276, 1.7 miles from the beginning of the byway.
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Forest Heritage Scenic Byway Roadside Pulloff (NC)
At this road pull-off, travelers will find an exhibit showing a map of the byway. The exhibit was constructed as a “TouchAmerica” project by contributors and volunteers taking pride in America. Stretch your legs and get ready for your day on the road.
Distance from byway: On the byway Directions: This sign is found on the north side of U.S. 276, 0.2 miles west of the stone columns that mark the byway entrance.
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The City of Hendersonville, incorporated January 7, 1847, currently has a population of 12,751.
Distance from byway: 21 mi / 33.8 km Travel time: 30 minutes Directions: Take US 64 east back to Hendersonville.
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Over the past 100 years, this was the site of a Black Forest Lodge, a logging camp, a Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp, and a Boy Scout camp. Today it is home to a trout fish hatchery and a wildlife education center. A statue commemorating the CCC camp stands recognition of the site’s history.
Distance from byway: 1.4 mi / 2.3 km Directions: From U.S. 276 turn west onto FS 475 and follow the signs to the Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education and Fish Hatchery.
