Warm Weather Calls for a Relaxing Scenic Drive

Beginning tomorrow, the forecast eases back into spring with warm temperatures and sunny skies. Indulge your spring fever with a scenic drive around Asheville. We’ve mapped out the best routes that combine driving pleasure with Western North Carolina’s natural beauty.

Our shorter drives to the North Carolina Arboretum, Beaver Lake and Botanical Gardens and Town Mountain and Elk Mountain are great for quick lunch-break escapes. You can feel the wind in your hair and smell the first blooms of the season, yet still make it back for your afternoon meeting.

Longer jaunts such as Graveyard Fields have fun opportunities mapped into the drive. The route to Graveyard Fields includes spots for a quick hike or leisurely picnic.

Check out all our recommended scenic drives.