EXPLORE HIGHLANDS
Make space for both kinds of days: the ones that take you out into the Plateau, and the ones that bring you back to the porch.
01 / OUTSIDE
Begin with the area’s waterfalls and woodland trails. Dry Falls, Glen Falls, Sunset Rock, and Whiteside Mountain are among the places to explore around Highlands.
Choose an outing that suits your group and check current access, weather, and trail conditions before setting out.
Explore the local visitor guide ↗02 / AT THE TABLE
Plan an evening at Madison’s Restaurant, or browse Highlands’ dining scene for a leisurely lunch, a glass of wine, or a relaxed meal after a day outdoors.
Reserve directly with your chosen restaurant and confirm current hours and seasonal service.
Discover Madison’s ↗03 / MAIN STREET
Leave time for the boutiques, galleries, and independent shops around Main Street. Let a coffee stop turn into an afternoon, with no particular hurry to get anywhere.
For visual art, visit The Bascom’s campus and explore its current exhibitions and programs.
Visit The Bascom ↗04 / QUIETER MOMENTS
The Highlands Botanical Gardens offer a closer look at the native landscape. Follow garden paths and make room for the small details that are easy to miss.
Then return to your own mountain home for an unhurried evening.
Plan a garden visit ↗AN UNHURRIED ITINERARY
Morning coffee at home. A walk in the mountains. An afternoon around Main Street. Dinner in town, then back to the quiet of the residence.
Plan your Highlands stayLocal businesses and attractions are independent of the residence. Availability, access, reservations, and any admission charges are arranged directly with the provider.