Delight in the lakeside landscape of Barker Heights
Enjoy the museums and other features of Barker Heights. Renowned for its lake, forests and parks, this city welcomes all visitors. Many of our holiday rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters and sometimes even a hot tub—perfect for a relaxing getaway.
Activities and attractions in and around Barker Heights
Do you want to discover attractions to visit during your stay? Venture out of your holiday home and experience everything that makes Barker Heights a one-of-a-kind holiday spot. Here are some of the major attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Burntshirt Vineyards (3.5 mi / 5.6 km)
- Elijah Mountain Gem Mine (3.7 mi / 5.9 km)
- Moonshine Mountain Snow Tubing Park (5.5 mi / 8.9 km)
- Green River Cove Tubing (8.5 mi / 13.7 km)
- Western North Carolina Agricultural Center (9.6 mi / 15.5 km)
- Saint Paul Mountain Vineyards (3.7 mi / 6 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Barker Heights
Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to appreciate the scenery, Barker Heights is a great place to spend some time outside. Here are a few of the area's noteworthy features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Biltmore Estate (17 mi / 27.4 km)
- Jump Off Rock (4.8 mi / 7.8 km)
- Lake Summit (6 mi / 9.6 km)
- Green River (8.1 mi / 13.1 km)
- Green River Cove Tubing (8.5 mi / 13.7 km)
- Pearson's Falls (9.2 mi / 14.8 km)
How to get to and around Barker Heights
The nearest airport is in Asheville Regional Airport (AVL), located 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you might consider flying into Greenville, SC (GSP-Greenville-Spartanburg Intl.), which is 31.6 mi (50.9 km) away.