Quiet trails and scenic overlooks without the crowds — a peaceful escape close to the house. 12 miles miles miles from Magnolia in the Mountains. Click to go to Google Maps.

A short, easy hike leading to a beautiful cascading waterfall — perfect for families. 15 miles miles miles from Magnolia in the Mountains. Click to go to Google Maps.

A quick hike with massive payoff views overlooking the surrounding mountains. 17 miles miles miles from Magnolia in the Mountains. Click to go to Google Maps.

Ideal for kayaking, tubing, or simply relaxing along one of the oldest rivers in the world. 19 miles miles miles from Magnolia in the Mountains. Click to go to Google Maps.

One of the most photographed hikes in North Carolina, offering stunning views with a relatively short climb. 25 miles miles miles from Magnolia in the Mountains. Click to go to Google Maps.

Easy trails, picnic areas, and a peaceful lake setting perfect for a relaxed afternoon. 27 miles miles miles from Magnolia in the Mountains. Click to go to Google Maps.

A beautiful waterfall hike located right near town with a rewarding finish. 29 miles miles miles from Magnolia in the Mountains. Click to go to Google Maps.

⛰️ Famous cliff featuring strong wind gusts that blow lightly thrown objects back to the thrower. 📍 31 miles

One of the most iconic waterfalls in North Carolina with multiple viewpoints. 32 miles miles miles from Magnolia in the Mountains. Click to go to Google Maps.

Advanced hiking trails with some of the most dramatic and rewarding views in the region. 32 miles miles miles from Magnolia in the Mountains. Click to go to Google Maps.

Panoramic hilltop views, beech forest hikes & primitive campsites, plus cross-country ski trails. 34 miles miles miles from Magnolia in the Mountains. Click to go to Google Maps.

Ends on a massive rock outcrop with panoramic views and less crowded than Rough Ridge 35 miles miles miles from Magnolia in the Mountains. Click to go to Google Maps.