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Coleman BoundaryLong known by locals as the Coleman Boundary, the upper reaches of the Ivy River in northern Buncombe County, North Carolina are protected by the Pisgah National Forest. The Blue Ridge Parkway courses across the ridges of the Great Craggy Mountains, to the east of which lies this area. It's peaks top out at over 6000' while the valley floor is around 2500', making for a wide variety of elevations for differing species of plants and animals and varied terrain for hiking as well. The forest growing here is especially rich, having unique geologic origin for its soils.
Douglas Falls is an excellent family hike from the easy side, or a great strenuous day trip if you come down from the Parkway. Either way, it's well worth a visit!
One of the area's most popular features is Douglas Falls. This spectacular, 70' free-falling waterfall makes an excellent destination for an easy family hike from the bottom, or a difficult, day-long outing if approached from the Blue Ridge Parkway above. However you reach it, it's well worth a visit.
Those who approach from below will pass several other interesting features along the 8-mile gravel access road. You'll see some smaller falls - notably Walker Falls which cascades directly beside the road - and the high cliffs of Snake's Den Rock, a popular climbing spot. The drive is almost as scenic as the hike.
Camping is allowed anywhere within the Forest, as long as you are 500 feet from designated trails and roads and streams. There are several marked campsites along FR 74 which travels up to Douglas Falls. There are no developed campgrounds in the area.
Apple Blossom Cottage
Mountain biking, road riding and hiking galore are only minutes from Apple Blossom Cottage. We're 5 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway (milepost # 405.5), 10 minutes from Pisgah National forest, 20 minutes from Bent Creek trails and 20 minutes from downtown Asheville! Come back to the cottage after a fun filled day...wash and then store your bikes in the basement, enjoy a cool one on either the front or back porch, then head to the hot tub where you can sit and relax while gazing overhead at the stars and moon while enjoying the luminance of the fireflies! And don't forget...we're PET FRIENDLY!
http://www.ashevillecabinscottagesandmore.com/
Dry Ridge Inn
Most important to your Asheville getaway is a warm welcome and courteous attention. This is what you will receive at the Dry Ridge Inn, located in Weaverville, NC. Our historical three story home has eight rooms and all include private baths, gas fireplaces, and Cable TV and DVD Player. Some can be combined to make suites for large families. Our bed and breakfast country inn is just a short drive from the Blue Ridge Parkway - ideal for recreation or simply to enjoy the enchantment of the Blue Ridge mountains. The Biltmore Estate and downtown Asheville are also just 10 minutes away, and the Coleman Boundary area is a scenic 20 minute drive. The inn provides a wonderful getaway for those romantic special occasions: honeymoons, an anniversary, or any other time when romance is in the air! Our desire is that your stay with us at our bed and breakfast accommodation be a comfortable, happy, and memorable one. You will find our home comfortable, food delicious and our spacious grounds inviting and relaxing. Enjoy a book on the porch swing or gaze into the water garden and let the waterfall soothe you.
http://www.dryridgeinn.com
Wolf Branch Cabin
This cabin is located 34 miles (or a 40-minute drive) north of downtown Asheville, on 25 private acres surrounded by trees & water. The cabin is about 12 miles from the Appalachian Trail where it crosses Sam's Gap at the NC/TN state line. Enjoy soaking in the hot tub on the deck while listening to the creek, which runs right in front of the cabin. This cabin has 2 bedrooms. The main BR is in the loft with a skylight over the bed - great for stargazing! The kitchen & 1.5 baths are fully equipped. Amenities include a gas grill, satellite TV, XM radio, extensive movie, book & CD collection, gas fireplace, W&D, privacy, and much more. Linens are provided plus Pets are Welcome!
http://www.accandm.com
From Asheville, take US 19-23 north/I-26 West for about 11 miles. Take exit 15 for Jupiter/Barnardsville (NC 197). Turn right toward Barnardsville and follow NC 197 (2-lane highway) about 6 miles to the town of Barnardsville. Turn right onto Dillingham Road just past the fire station. It's about 6 miles to the National Forest - stay on Dillingham Road. You will cross a one-lane bridge and the road will turn into gravel FR 74, which marks the Forest Service boundary. It's 8 miles from there to the Douglas Falls parking area.
