Pilot Cove

Consider this your reminder that summer isn't over yet. 🌿

Before the school schedules, sports practices, and packed calendars take over, sneak away for one more weekend in the mountains. Think waterfall swims, bike rides through the forest, skipping rocks in the river, s'mores, and finally hearing, "Can we stay one more day?" 🌲🚣

Our updated Family Activities Guide is full of easy ways to spend quality time together 👉
https://www.pilotcove.com/what-to-do-with-your-family-in-pisgah-national-forest/

✨ Our Late Summer Savings make it even easier to say "yes" to a spontaneous family getaway. Save 20% on any 2-night stay between August 9 and September 17, 2026 when you book direct: https://www.pilotcove.com/special-offers/

🥵 Need to cool off? We've got a few ideas. 💦

When the summer heat cranks up, the mountains know how to keep things cool. Here are a few of our favorite ways to beat the heat near Pilot Cove:

🌊 Dip your toes in the Davidson River
🏞️ Feel the mist at Looking Glass Falls
🍦 Grab an ice cream cone from Dolly's Dairy Bar
💦 Make a splash at Sliding Rock
🍻 A cold drink at Ecusta Brewing

Save this list for your next adventure! 📍

🥵 Heat Wave Survival Guide:

🚗 Step 1: Drive to Pisgah.
💦 Step 2: Slide down 60 feet of natural rock into cool mountain water.
😎 Step 3: Repeat.

We've refreshed our Sliding Rock guide with insider tips, what to expect, current hours & fees, and everything you need for one of Pisgah's most iconic summer adventures.

Who's ready to take the plunge? 🌲

📖 Read the guide before you go: https://www.pilotcove.com/ultimate-guide-to-sliding-rock/