Campgrounds at Little Switzerland Orchard & Winery

06/25/2026

Loads of fun being had today. Come join us Monday-Saturday 10-6💎

06/25/2026

A great place to learn! ❤️

A new date has been added - July 18th
For more Information please visit:
https://www.themountainrlc.org/event/farm-event-native-bee-walk-w-john-kotab-3/

06/25/2026

Our FREE gem trail treasures are sometimes guarded by mysterious woodland creatures, but still easy to find. Stop by the winery today, Thursday June 25th, to hunt for gems and jewelry along our campground trails. Located at 477 Blue Ridge Gem Mine Rd just off Mckinney Mine Rd near Little Switzerland. Text Chrissy at 828*337*4355 for mire details.

06/24/2026

06/24/2026

06/24/2026

06/23/2026

If your ideal North Carolina day includes rolling vineyard views, a relaxed tasting room, and a llama by your side, this place delivers all three.

06/23/2026

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🌞Hours Update This Week 🌞 NC Outdoor Adventures will be closed Tuesday and Wednesday this week.

We're using these two days to be proactive and stay ahead of the drought conditions affecting rivers across the Southeast. Our team will be scouting additional adventure locations around Lake James and along the Catawba River near Marion so we can continue offering safe and memorable experiences no matter what Mother Nature throws our way.

💧 The Reality of the Drought

Low water levels are creating challenges for river outfitters all across the Southeast. While we can't control the weather, one thing that sets NC Outdoor Adventures apart is our diversity. With 25+ adventures and unique lodging options, we have the flexibility to pivot and keep the fun going!

Many of our adventures are not water-level dependent, including:

🏞️ Waterfall & Swim Hole Tours
🧗 Climbing Adventures
🪢 Waterfall Rappelling
🥾 Nighttime salamander Hikes
🌙 Neon Nights: celestial kayak trips with dinner 🍽 🌭

And here's some exciting news—if the Toe River gets too low for our Neon Nights tours, we now have an alternative location at beautiful Lake James! ✨🚣

🚣 River Conditions Update

River tubing, kayaking & +++ in Western NC Mountains is still operating!

A few things to keep in mind:

📝 Float times are a bit longer due to lower water levels.
🌊 Stay in the main current whenever possible.
👣 There are a handful of shallow spots where you'll need to walk a few steps to reach deeper water.

But these changes have created something pretty special...

🏝️ The new islands formed after Helene are full of literal hidden gems! Take a moment to explore and you may discover:

💎 Hidden gems
✨ Sparkling mica
🔮 Clear quartz crystals ("Appalachian diamonds")

The swim hole is still absolutely delightful, with crystal-clear water where you can watch fish swim beneath your feet. 🐟

If you'd like a smoother, more controlled float, we currently recommend flatwater kayaks over tubes during these lower water conditions.

🌊 And don't forget...

Our Penland Boulder Garden Whitewater Trips are still running strong! These trips include:

✔️ Learning whitewater paddling skills
✔️ Swimming in crystal-clear water
✔️ Boulder jumping
✔️ A fun little waterfall drop into a deep swimming hole

No matter the conditions, we're committed to finding ways to keep you exploring, making memories, and falling in love with these mountains all over again. ❤️🏔️

Thank you for supporting local adventure and for rolling with Mother Nature alongside us! Booking and details online....website is our company name with a . C o m at the end.