Looking Glass Rock Tours

Eager to take a hike? From awesome views to the thrill of adventure, Looking Glass Rock won't disappoint. You'll feel on top of the world when you're standing on its peak!

This steep landmass is often on the itineraries of visitors to Balsam Grove. But Looking Glass Rock isn't the only drawcard in the area. Brevard College, Looking Glass Falls, and Sliding Rock are some other worthwhile attractions nearby.

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Fairway Forest

Fairway Forest

3.5 out of 5
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Jan 13 - Jan 16
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Miami (MIA) to Asheville (AVL)
17.6/10 Exceptional! (293 reviews)
We've stayed here a number of times. Always friendly and a pleasure to deal with. The renivated rooms were a nice surprise too!

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

Cedar Crest Inn

Cedar Crest Inn

3.5 out of 5
Kenilworth
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Denver (DEN) to Asheville (AVL)
18.8/10 Exceptional! (373 reviews)
Clean. Comfortable. Great breakfast. Very close to The Biltmore Estate and convenient to shopping and restaurants.

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Asheville Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Asheville Downtown

3 out of 5
Downtown Asheville
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Denver (DEN) to Asheville (AVL)
18.4/10 Exceptional! (895 reviews)
Very nice helpful staff.

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025

Popular places to visit

Sliding Rock which includes a river or creek and forests as well as a large group of people

Sliding Rock

4.5/5(289 reviews)

Skim down the gentle slope and drop into the mountain swimming hole at western North Carolina’s beautiful natural water slide.

Sliding Rock
#TakeAHike

Moore Cove Falls

Explore the great outdoors at Moore Cove Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Pisgah Forest. Amble around this relaxing area's lush forest, or seek out the hiking trails.

Moore Cove Falls
Pisgah Forest featuring a cascade and forests

Looking Glass Falls

4.5/5(47 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Looking Glass Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Balsam Grove. Amble around this relaxing area's lush forest, or seek out the hiking trails.

Looking Glass Falls
The Art Loeb Trail and the Cold Mountain Spur Trail is my all time favorite hike in the Appalachian Mountains. Awesome 360 degree views of the Balsam Mountains from Cold Mountain are well worth the efforts.

Shining Rock Wilderness

You can take time to visit Shining Rock Wilderness during your travels to Canton. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Shining Rock Wilderness
A beautiful and remote waterfall with a nice swimming hole at the base. Visit this in the colder seasons and you might have the place all to yourself. Video guide of the falls: https://www.hdcarolina.com/episode/courthouse-falls

Courthouse Falls

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Courthouse Falls during your travels in Balsam Grove. Amble around the area's forest, or seek out its hiking trails.

Courthouse Falls

Slick Rock Falls

4/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Slick Rock Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Balsam Grove. Amble around this relaxing area's lush forest, or seek out the hiking trails.

Slick Rock Falls

Best Lodging Options Near Looking Glass Rock

Comfort Inn & Suites Brevard North

Comfort Inn & Suites Brevard North

2.5 out of 5
2228 Asheville Hwy Brevard NC
Comfort Inn & Suites Brevard North
Holiday Inn Express Brevard City Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Brevard City Center by IHG

2.5 out of 5
185 Old Hendersonville Hwy Brevard NC
Holiday Inn Express Brevard City Center by IHG
Hampton Inn Brevard

Hampton Inn Brevard

2.5 out of 5
275 Forest Gate Dr. Pisgah Forest NC
Hampton Inn Brevard
Pet friendly enclosed yard and close to town

Pet friendly enclosed yard and close to town

Brevard NC
Pet friendly enclosed yard and close to town
NEW VRBO!! CREEKSIDE HOUSE NEAR PISGAH FOREST ENTRANCE AND BREVARD

NEW VRBO!! CREEKSIDE HOUSE NEAR PISGAH FOREST ENTRANCE AND BREVARD

Brevard NC
NEW VRBO!! CREEKSIDE HOUSE NEAR PISGAH FOREST ENTRANCE AND BREVARD
Pilot Cove Forest Lodging

Pilot Cove Forest Lodging

2 out of 5
319 Gateway Junction Dr Pisgah Forest NC
Pilot Cove Forest Lodging
*Ella��’s Chalet* Is tucked away in Brevard NC, also known as “Land of waterfalls”

*Ella’s Chalet* Is tucked away in Brevard NC, also known as “Land of waterfalls”

Brevard NC
*Ella’s Chalet* Is tucked away in Brevard NC, also known as “Land of waterfalls”
~Chandler’s Chateau in the Heart of Brevard ~

~Chandler’s Chateau in the Heart of Brevard ~

Brevard NC
~Chandler’s Chateau in the Heart of Brevard ~
Pisgah Forest Retreat: True mountain luxury with mountain views & hot tub!

Pisgah Forest Retreat: True mountain luxury with mountain views & hot tub!

Balsam Grove NC
Pisgah Forest Retreat: True mountain luxury with mountain views & hot tub!
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