Cliffside Lake Recreation Area Tours

Go for a walk or picnic under a shady tree at Cliffside Lake Recreation Area. You can choose your own adventure at this sprawling recreational area.

This outdoor recreational space is located in Highlands. Once you've done all you can at Cliffside Lake Recreation Area, pay a visit to nearby Old Edwards Club, Whiteside Mountain, and Scaly Mountain Outdoor Center.

Plan a trip to see Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

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Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin

2 out of 5
Price was $198, price is now $155 per person
$155
per person
Jan 11 - Jan 14
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Miami (MIA) to Asheville (AVL)
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
The staff were very friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

Grand Bohemian Lodge Asheville, Autograph Collection®

Grand Bohemian Lodge Asheville, Autograph Collection®

4.5 out of 5
Biltmore Village
Price was $1,737, price is now $1,374 per person
$1,374
per person
Dec 29 - Jan 2
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Miami (MIA) to Asheville (AVL)
18.4/10 Exceptional! (889 reviews)
Hotel is clean , charming and cozy. It is perfectly located and the staff are courteous , professional and impeccably dressed I might add. Dining at the Red Stag was a memorable experience , very relaxed , exquisite cuisine and friendly service. A definite must !

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025

The Highlands at Sugar

The Highlands at Sugar

3 out of 5
Price was $1,179, price is now $934 per person
$934
per person
Dec 19 - Dec 25
found 6 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Miami (MIA) to Asheville (AVL)
8.2/10 Very Good! (744 reviews)
Very quiet Lovely location

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025

Popular places to visit

Small, yet lovely roadside waterfall - drive under it! Such a sweet discovery.

Bridal Veil Falls

4/5(16 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Bridal Veil Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's entertainment venues, or seek out its golf courses.

Bridal Veil Falls
The beautiful area of multiple waterfalls calls Glen Falls near Highlands, NC. View a video guide of the falls here: https://www.hdcarolina.com/episode/glen-falls

Glen Falls

5/5(6 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Glen Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. In the area, take in the entertainment venues and waterfalls.

Glen Falls
Cullasaja Falls, outside of Highlands NC, and 90% frozen over from the big freeze December 2017.

Cullasaja Falls

5/5(10 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Cullasaja Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's waterfalls and seek out the hiking trails.

Cullasaja Falls
Overlook on Hwy 64 looking towards Cashiers at Cowee Gap.

Whiteside Mountain

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Whiteside Mountain and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's waterfalls and seek out the hiking trails.

Whiteside Mountain

Dry Falls

4.5/5(62 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Dry Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's entertainment venues, or seek out its hiking trails.

Dry Falls

Highlands Country Club

4.5/5(20 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Highlands at Highlands Country Club. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Highlands Country Club

Best Lodging Options Near Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

The Skyline Lodge

The Skyline Lodge

2 out of 5
470 Skyline Lodge Road, Highlands, NC
The Skyline Lodge
Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

4 out of 5
96 Log Cabin Lane, Highlands, NC
Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Luxury 4BR Mountain Home Near Downtown Highlands, Surrounded by Nantahala Forest

Luxury 4BR Mountain Home Near Downtown Highlands, Surrounded by Nantahala Forest

Highlands
Luxury 4BR Mountain Home Near Downtown Highlands, Surrounded by Nantahala Forest
⛰ Luxurious Highlands Mountain home/studio apartment. Perfect for families & pet

⛰ Luxurious Highlands Mountain home/studio apartment. Perfect for families & pet

Highlands
⛰ Luxurious Highlands Mountain home/studio apartment. Perfect for families & pet
Sequoyah Lakeside Lodge | Spacious Lakefront Home with Kayaks directly on Lake Sequoyah

Sequoyah Lakeside Lodge | Spacious Lakefront Home with Kayaks directly on Lake Sequoyah

Highlands
Sequoyah Lakeside Lodge | Spacious Lakefront Home with Kayaks directly on Lake Sequoyah
Cozy mountain home with foosball, ping-pong, private deck & wood-burning firepla

Cozy mountain home with foosball, ping-pong, private deck & wood-burning firepla

Highlands
Cozy mountain home with foosball, ping-pong, private deck & wood-burning firepla
La Chatelaine, BEAUTIFUL LAKEFRONT FRENCH CHATEAU IN HIGHLANDS, NC

La Chatelaine, BEAUTIFUL LAKEFRONT FRENCH CHATEAU IN HIGHLANDS, NC

Highlands NC
La Chatelaine, BEAUTIFUL LAKEFRONT FRENCH CHATEAU IN HIGHLANDS, NC
Flat Mountain Estates with long range views and beautiful decor

Flat Mountain Estates with long range views and beautiful decor

Highlands NC
Flat Mountain Estates with long range views and beautiful decor
Beautiful Highlands cabin! 8 min to town-Pet friendly-lots of outdoor space

Beautiful Highlands cabin! 8 min to town-Pet friendly-lots of outdoor space

Highlands
Beautiful Highlands cabin! 8 min to town-Pet friendly-lots of outdoor space
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