Things to do in Canton

Mount Pisgah's summit trail rewards hikers with breathtaking 360-degree views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy seasonal dining at the mountaintop Pisgah Inn after your 1.3-mile ascent.

Graveyard Fields Falls features cascading waterfalls in a landscape shaped by historic fires and windstorms. Hike through meadows with summer blueberries or autumn foliage to reach the refreshing swimming hole.

Nestled in the North Carolina mountains, Lake Logan offers pristine waters for peaceful kayaking and fishing. Enjoy the serene atmosphere with a lakeside picnic surrounded by lush forest and mountain views.

Made famous by the novel and film, Cold Mountain's 6,030-foot summit rewards hikers with panoramic wilderness views. The strenuous trail through Pisgah National Forest showcases diverse Appalachian flora and fauna.

Named for its striking white quartz outcrop, this 18,000-acre wilderness offers challenging unmarked trails through pristine forest, rewarding hikers with panoramic mountain vistas and Appalachian wildlife.

This intimate museum preserves Canton's heritage through artefacts from the Champion Paper Mill and local veterans' memorabilia. Browse Civil War cannonballs and items from notable locals in this former library building.

This 1932 Art Deco gem transformed from historic cinema to versatile cultural venue after its 2006 renovation. Enjoy intimate performances in the 300-seat auditorium or attend film festivals throughout the year.

Traverse 25,711 acres of pristine wilderness that inspired "Cold Mountain." Hike challenging trails to the summit for panoramic Appalachian views and glimpses of black bears in their natural habitat.