Highlands and the Waterfalls of US 64
There are many scenic drives and viewpoints in Western North Carolina's mountains. Drives that highlight rapid rivers, scenic vistas, and various outdoor activities. Then there are the waterfalls; Western North Carolina is home to over 300 waterfalls. The Waterfall Scenic Byway is a 98-mile adventure from Rosman to Murphy through Transylvania, Jackson, Macon, Clay, and Cherokee Counties. For this feature, we'll take a look at US 64's ride through Macon County from Highlands to the Cullasaja Gorge. US 64 through Macon County - Highlands and the Waterfalls along US 64 are marked. (Adam Prince) Highlands: Downtown Highlands on a busy October Saturday. We'll start our trip in Highlands. At over 3,800 feet, Highlands is a mountain retreat for many Southerners during the hot and humid summer months. Home to seven golf courses and located near many hiking and fishing spots, Highlands can serve as a base for a weekend or week-long adventure. Shops along Main ...
