This Small Town in North Carolina's 'Land of Waterfalls' Has Great Live Music and Art Scenes-and Famous White Squirrels

"In many ways, western North Carolina destinations-like Asheville, Highlands, Hot Springs, and Waynesville, to name just a few-are quite similar. There's typically a genuine appreciation of art, music, food, and craft beer, and life tends to revolve around the great outdoors. And why shouldn't it? The Appalachian Mountains have created a lush, green paradise in this region, complete with stunning views, amazing hikes, and plenty of fresh air."

"The small town (with just under 8,000 residents) is located in Transylvania County, otherwise known as the " Land of Waterfalls." Travelers from around the world make their way to this area to experience the 250-plus waterfalls-all within a few miles of each other. Brevard is also home to Brevard College, the renowned Brevard Music Center, and a population of unusually colored squirrels."

Brevard sits in the Appalachian foothills of western North Carolina and shares the region's strong appreciation for art, music, food, craft beer, and outdoor life. The town has just under 8,000 residents and lies in Transylvania County, nicknamed the "Land of Waterfalls," with more than 250 waterfalls within a few miles. Brevard hosts Brevard College and the Brevard Music Center and supports a lively local music and art scene. The area provides endless hiking and mountain bike trails, miles of trout streams, and an unusual population of white squirrels that are a memorable local feature.

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