Things To Do – Cradle of Forestry

The Discovery Center

The Discovery Center features a nature-themed gift shop, interactive exhibits, and a theater showing a short film about the site’s history. 

Take A Hike!

Explore some of the best trials that lead you right to the base of Anna Ruby Falls! 

Biltmore Campus Trail is a 1-mile loop that passes by most of the historic buildings. Ranger’s Dwellings, Dr. Schenck’s Office, Black Forest Lodge, Blacksmith Shop, Student Quarters, the Commissary, and the School House. 

The Forest Discovery Trail is a 1.3 mile trail that travels through the lush forest of Pisgah. It branches off of the Forest Festival Trail and eventually leads back onto it. 

The Forest Festival Trail is a 1.3 mile trail that starts from the Forest Discovery Center. It passes by the amphitheater, Trout Hatchery, Road Graders, Old Homestead, the Train, and Portable Sawmill.  

Educational Events