Big Bald Tours

Photo by Michael Hawkins
Photo by Michael Hawkins
Photo by Michael Hawkins
Photo by Michael Hawkins
Photo by Michael Hawkins
Photo by Michael Hawkins
Photo by Michael Hawkins
Photo by Michael Hawkins
Set yourself a challenge and climb up Big Bald. Awe-inspiring vistas and a great sense of achievement will be the payoff!

Big Bald is free to visit, so you can give your bank card a well-earned rest. Once you've seen all you can at this steep landmass in the rural residential community of Wolf Laurel, take a look at nearby Wolf Ridge Ski Resort, Sams Gap and Wolf Laurel Stables as well.

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Bluegreen Vacations Blue Ridge Village an Ascend Resort

Bluegreen Vacations Blue Ridge Village an Ascend Resort

3 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
per person
Oct 12 - Oct 15
found 10 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
New York (LGA) to Asheville (AVL)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (860 reviews)
We really enjoyed our stay here! There are great activities for your kids and the staff are very helpful and friendly! This location is close to many attractions such as grandfather Mountain and Linville Falls. Hope to come here again.

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

Woodstock Manor

Woodstock Manor

3.5 out of 5
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per person
Oct 11 - Oct 15
found 12 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
New York (NYC) to Asheville (AVL)
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
The Windsor Boutique Hotel

The Windsor Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Downtown Asheville
per person
Oct 16 - Oct 19
found 10 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Denver (DEN) to Asheville (AVL)
9.8/10 Exceptional! (523 reviews)
We loved the quaintness of the property and how central it was to walk all over town. The staff was fantastic too. Definitely our place for when we visit.

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

Popular places to visit

Beautiful and very much isolated. This is one of 5 other waterfalls located in the park. Majority of these falls are located off "ninja" trails. Trails that are not so noticeable at first or second glance.

Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park

You can take time to visit Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park during your travels to Flag Pond.

Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park

Hatley Pointe Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Mars Hill with a visit to Hatley Pointe Ski Resort. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area, or seek out the hiking trails.

Hatley Pointe Ski Resort

Sams Gap

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sams Gap during your travels in Flag Pond.

Sams Gap

Appalachian Trail Sams Gap Trailhead

You can take time to visit Appalachian Trail Sams Gap Trailhead during your travels to Mars Hill. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the hiking trails.

Appalachian Trail Sams Gap Trailhead

Upper Laurel Community Center Park

Explore the great outdoors at Upper Laurel Community Center Park, a lovely green space in Mars Hill. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the hiking trails.

Upper Laurel Community Center Park

Cane River Park

Explore the great outdoors at Cane River Park, a lovely green space in Burnsville. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Cane River Park

Best Lodging Options Near Big Bald

Enjoy this 100+ year old cabin in the gated Wolf Laurel Resort community.

Enjoy this 100+ year old cabin in the gated Wolf Laurel Resort community.

MARS HILL
Enjoy this 100+ year old cabin in the gated Wolf Laurel Resort community.
Wolf Laurel Cabin near Big Bald. Hike the Appalachian Trail. Long Range Views.

Wolf Laurel Cabin near Big Bald. Hike the Appalachian Trail. Long Range Views.

Mars Hill
Wolf Laurel Cabin near Big Bald. Hike the Appalachian Trail. Long Range Views.
Luxury cabin located at 5000 ft STUNNING views & minutes from A.T. & ski slopes.

Luxury cabin located at 5000 ft STUNNING views & minutes from A.T. & ski slopes.

Mars Hill
Luxury cabin located at 5000 ft STUNNING views & minutes from A.T. & ski slopes.
Mountain View Getaway

Mountain View Getaway

Mars Hill
Mountain View Getaway
Mountain Top Cabin in Wolf Laurel, just North of Asheville

Mountain Top Cabin in Wolf Laurel, just North of Asheville

Mars Hill
Mountain Top Cabin in Wolf Laurel, just North of Asheville
Wolf Laurel Mountain Escape: Cozy Cabin, Fireplace, near Hatley Pointe, Secluded

Wolf Laurel Mountain Escape: Cozy Cabin, Fireplace, near Hatley Pointe, Secluded

Mars Hill
Wolf Laurel Mountain Escape: Cozy Cabin, Fireplace, near Hatley Pointe, Secluded
Cozy Cabin, Newly Updated, Mtn Views, Hot Tub, Hiking, Mountain Biking

Cozy Cabin, Newly Updated, Mtn Views, Hot Tub, Hiking, Mountain Biking

Mars Hill
Cozy Cabin, Newly Updated, Mtn Views, Hot Tub, Hiking, Mountain Biking
Bald Mountain House Inn at the Wolf Laurel Resort

Bald Mountain House Inn at the Wolf Laurel Resort

3 out of 5
85 Woodfern Lane, Mars Hill, NC
Bald Mountain House Inn at the Wolf Laurel Resort
Emerald Ridge Relax, Explore, Repeat

Emerald Ridge Relax, Explore, Repeat

Mars Hill
Emerald Ridge Relax, Explore, Repeat
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