Top rated Scenic spots in Asheville, United States to elevate your visit (Updated March, 2024)

Top rated Scenic spots in Asheville

Experience the best that Asheville has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 187 places from Scenic spot category.

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State Line Lookout

Scenic spot

5.00 (62 reviews) (~190 km from centre)

Shooting Creek Scenic Overlook

Scenic spot

👍👍 Was not sure what kind of scenic view there would be since you can't see it from the road. It was stunning !

5.00 (61 reviews) (~113.92 km from centre)

Rough Butt Bald Overlook

Scenic spot

5.00 (47 reviews) (~48.04 km from centre)

Panther Creek Park Overlook

Scenic spot

5.00 (31 reviews) (~104.13 km from centre)

Newfound Gap

Scenic spot

👍👍 Newfound Gap is the most visited place in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It is the lowest point of the mountain range. The 31 mile long Newfound Gap is the lowest drivable pass in the park at 5046 feet elevation. We reached there in the afternoon. The stunning view left us absolutely speechles...

4.90 (5.2K reviews) (~79.11 km from centre)

Jump Off Rock

Scenic spot

Scenic overlook offering 1 easy & 2 moderate hiking trails along with mountain views & benches.

4.90 (1.8K reviews) (~31.39 km from centre)

Ben Morton Overlook

Scenic spot

Popular roadside overlook in Great Smoky Mountains National Park featuring scenic sunset views.

4.90 (1.3K reviews) (~78.86 km from centre)

Caesar's Head Overlook

Scenic spot

👍👍 Drove here to enjoy a packed lunch with an absolutely stunning view! Also, went out to the Bald Rock scenic overlook just before getting to the Cesar's Head overlook. It's so sad that so many people have ruined the natural beauty of this gorgeous place by putting graffiti all over the rock surface....

4.90 (1.2K reviews) (~54.91 km from centre)

Wiseman's View Scenic Overlook

Scenic spot

👍👍 This was an amazing overlook of the Linville Gorge. I don't know the history, but it looks like it may have been a 1930s CCC project, with beautiful granite rock steps leading to a walled overlook area. There is also is a modicum of public amenity at the top. Namely, there's a clean outhouse, and...

4.90 (1.1K reviews) (~67.63 km from centre)

Linn Cove Viaduct

Scenic spot

A segment of the Blue Ridge Parkway, this concrete, S-shaped bridge hugs Grandfather Mountain.

4.90 (907 reviews) (~86.69 km from centre)

Chimney Tops Overlook

Scenic spot

4.90 (690 reviews) (~85.2 km from centre)

Hanging Rock

Scenic spot

👍👍 The hanging rock trail hike is a challenge. Lots of steps and rocks to climb. It is worth it for the view, but also, it is very dangerous if you are not cautious. Took about 45 minutes up and back down with my family of five with three kids 10 and under. The swim area is pleasant with lots of space...

4.90 (633 reviews) (~224.82 km from centre)

Thunder Hill Overlook

Scenic spot

Wide views of North Carolina are available from this famous stop, beloved of amateur astronomers.

4.90 (610 reviews) (~101.53 km from centre)

Powell Valley Overlook

Scenic spot

👍👍 A stunning view under the right conditions (see photos). A beautiful view/over look under most conditions. Would have to say sunrise/early mornings offer the best options in spring and summer. Daytime/winter with heavy snowfall is well worth stopping for. Wonderful photo opportunities with the fall...

4.90 (582 reviews) (~146.92 km from centre)

Chestoa View Parking Area & Viewpoint

Scenic spot

👍👍 Stop here! Walk! This is the best turn out we have seen between here and Ashville! Do not do like most people who we saw pull in, turn around, and go out! Just because you don't see the view from the large parking lot with picnic tables, it is worth getting out. Don the paved path is a split in...

4.90 (513 reviews) (~65.27 km from centre)

The Cradle of Forestry Overlook

Scenic spot

👍👍 Amazing views, especially during sunrise and sunset. One of the best overlooks on the BRP.

4.90 (492 reviews) (~31.67 km from centre)

Jumping Off Rock Overlook

Scenic spot

👍👍 Extremely well maintained area. I came back and edited after reading other reviews about the road. I'm sure the road can be tougher than it was on this trip. It is like any other Forest Service, State Park, BLM, Game Land, and Gravel Road in mountains. Be prepared, go slow, and you'll be fine. If y...

4.90 (422 reviews) (~72.09 km from centre)

Yellow Branch Falls

Scenic spot

4.90 (387 reviews) (~103.58 km from centre)

Cowee Mountain Overlook

Scenic spot

👍👍 The view was incredible during the day and I’m the evening. The sunset we watched was pure magic. Bring warm clothes (sweatpants, sweatshirt, socks, even a coat) because it gets very cold as the sun sets, even when the day was hot.

4.90 (356 reviews) (~47.72 km from centre)

Pinnacle Overlook

Scenic spot

4.90 (347 reviews) (~150.56 km from centre)

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Top rated Scenic spots in Asheville, United States