Trailborn Highlands
Fall in Highlands
Fall brings out the best of Highlands: cool mornings, golden afternoons, bright foliage, and waterfall trails that feel made for the season. Spend the day chasing cascades, driving mountain roads, browsing galleries, or catching a local festival, then return to Trailborn for dinner at Highlands Supper Club. It’s a mountain escape with just the right mix of adventure, color, and cozy.
Fall Experiences
Make the most of the season with experiences that lean into the cooler weather, mountain setting, and slower pace of fall. Start outside, come back warm, and leave room for dinner.
Guided Outdoor Excursions
Book a guided day outside, from fly fishing to rock climbing. Fall brings cooler air, clearer views, and just enough adventure before supper back at the cabin.
Arts & Culinary Experiences
Trade the trail for something hands-on, from painting classes to seasonal workshops and creative experiences with local makers. It’s a cozy way to spend a fall afternoon.
Back Patio & Firepit Lounging
Book the Nordic Spa or just bring a layer and settle in out back. The firepit is made for cool mountain nights, slow conversations, and one last drink under the trees.
Top Things to Do During Fall
In 48 Hours
The Fall Weekend Edit
Start early with Dry Falls, Glen Falls, or a scenic drive along Highway 64. The morning light is softer, the trails are quieter, and the cooler air makes every stop feel easy.
Spend the afternoon on a complimentary cruiser bike browsing Main Street, visiting The Bascom, or taking a short hike to an overlook. Fall is best when the day has room to wander.
Return to Trailborn for Après Hour, then make your way to Highlands Supper Club for cocktails, barbecue, and Southern comfort food in our historic log cabin.
End the day outside. Bring a layer, grab a drink, and settle in by the firepit while the mountain air cools around you.
Local Happenings
Highlands Porchfest
September
Downtown porches become open-air stages during this free community music festival. Wander between performances, explore Main Street, and enjoy a lively afternoon in the heart of Highlands.
September
Downtown porches become open-air stages during this free community music festival. Wander between performances, explore Main Street, and enjoy a lively afternoon in the heart of Highlands.
Bel Canto Recital
September
A polished Highlands tradition for music lovers, Bel Canto brings acclaimed vocal performers to the Plateau each September. Pair it with dinner at Highlands Supper Club for an elevated fall evening.
September
A polished Highlands tradition for music lovers, Bel Canto brings acclaimed vocal performers to the Plateau each September. Pair it with dinner at Highlands Supper Club for an elevated fall evening.
Dazzling Dahlia Festival
September
A colorful Highlands tradition celebrating one of the season’s most beloved blooms. Stop by The Bascom for floral displays, community events, and a bright start to fall on the Plateau.
September
A colorful Highlands tradition celebrating one of the season’s most beloved blooms. Stop by The Bascom for floral displays, community events, and a bright start to fall on the Plateau.
Highlands-Cashiers Film Festival
September
Celebrate storytelling, creativity, and community at this annual film festival in the mountains. It’s a great fall weekend anchor for guests who want culture, conversation, and time in town.
September
Celebrate storytelling, creativity, and community at this annual film festival in the mountains. It’s a great fall weekend anchor for guests who want culture, conversation, and time in town.
Fall Art & Culture Calendar
All Season
From gallery events and workshops to concerts, lectures, and performances, Highlands keeps its cultural calendar full through the season. Check the local event calendar before you arrive.
All Season
From gallery events and workshops to concerts, lectures, and performances, Highlands keeps its cultural calendar full through the season. Check the local event calendar before you arrive.
Highlands Heritage Jamboree
September
Traditional music, dancing, local history, moonshine, and mountain culture come together at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park. It’s a lively way to experience Highlands’ heritage in the heart of fall.
September
Traditional music, dancing, local history, moonshine, and mountain culture come together at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park. It’s a lively way to experience Highlands’ heritage in the heart of fall.
Fall, Well Spent
Hikes & Waterfall Weather
Highlands sits high in the Blue Ridge, which means crisp air, layered views, and a leaf season worth lingering over. Pack a sweater, leave room in the day, and take the scenic route.
Supper Club Season
Fall evenings are made for smoky cocktails, Southern comfort food, and a warm table outdoors tucked into the trees. End the day at Highlands Supper Club and let the mountain night slow down.
Offers & Packages
From dining credits to seasonal perks, our offers make it easy to turn a Fall weekend into something more. Add a Supper Club dinner, plan an experience, and let the mountain do the rest.
