Brevard

Experience a real home-town feeling in Brevard, the county seat of the “Land of Waterfalls,” Transylvania County. Brevard is a charming community with a rich mountain heritage that’s also a vibrant hub for the arts. Brevard lies at the crossroads between Pisgah National Forest, Dupont State Forest, Gorges State Park, and Bracken Mountain Nature Reserve — all exceptional places for outdoor recreation, including rock climbing and over 200 miles of biking trails.

Home to the famous white squirrels, the downtown is host to several annual festivals and special events, including the White Squirrel Music Festival, the Squirrel Box Derby, and the Old Time Music Competition. The town is also home to the Brevard Music Center, one of the nation’s preeminent summer music teaching and performance institutions.