Explore Black Mountain, NC: "America's Prettiest Small Town

Black Mountain, located just 15 miles from Asheville, North Carolina, is a charming small town, complete with a vibrant walkable downtown, a thriving arts and crafts scene, and access to incredible outdoor adventure. Readers of TripAdvisor have even named Black Mountain "The Prettiest Small Town Vacation in America!"

The town was once home to Black Mountain College, one of the most highly-respected and innovative experimental art colleges in the U.S. Today it remains an artist mecca with multiple galleries showcasing some of the region’s best southern Appalachian arts and crafts. You will find plenty of things to do in Black Mountain. Downtown streets are lined with independent shops, restaurants, art galleries, artisan eats, music halls, and breweries.