Location: Sapphire
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The 5 Best Outdoor Activities in Sapphire, North Carolina (NC)
Sapphire is an unincorporated community in Transylvania County, North Carolina, United States. Sapphire is 5.5 miles (8.9 km) east of Cashiers. Sapphire has a post office with ZIP code 28774.
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1. Horsepasture River and Nature Trails
2. Whitewater Equestrian Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 59 reviews
Come ride our Gypsy Vanner signature horse, Sir Maverick on a guided walking informational tour on horseback through the National Rainforest. You will learn about the rich Indian history as well as their medicinal uses as told by our Cherokee Indian guide, Virginia. The 1 hour ride is $60 per person and the 1-1/2 hour ride is $80 per person. Children can also ride with a parent or on their own horse with a guide walking beside them at no extra cost. We keep families together! All levels of experience can ride. Our horses came from the children’s camp and are gentle and mild-mannered. Call to schedule your reservation today as we book up very quickly! We look forward to seeing you!
Reviewed By Hwolf1976 - Neptune Beach, United States
So much fun. We took our 8 & 9 year old boys on a one hour trail ride. Our guide was a great storyteller and very knowledgeable horse rider. Afterwards we stayed back and enjoyed some cold drinks and snacks on the deck and then did the gem mining. We upgraded to the $30 bucket and was pleased with selection of polished stones they retrieved plus each got a Indian Head in their mix. Met the owner and chuckled at his stories too. Fabulous time and great people!
3. Sapphire National Golf Club
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 56 reviews
Sapphire National Golf Club, conveniently located in the Sapphire Valley and Cashiers Plateau Resort area, boasts premier playing conditions, tranquil mountain views and dramatic elevation changes. Sapphire National Golf Club is the only golf course in the Highlands, Cashiers, and Sapphire region that is open to the public. Recipient of the prestigious 4 ½ star golf course rating from Golf Digest; the golf course also recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation. Sapphire National Golf Club offers the ultimate memorable experience for all avid golfers, from its dramatic par 4, 13th hole that is nestled beside a majestic waterfall, to the postcard Par 3, 15th hole that hosts an island green. For more information regarding Sapphire National Golf Club call:
4. Sapphire Valley Ski Resort
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By SusieKHazan - Hollywood, United States
Our family from Florida had a great time at Sapphire! Key to success is arriving early with the printable online forms complete in order to get your tickets and gear quickly. Our kids’ ski school instructor Marsha was so kind, patient and did an amazing job preparing them for the big slope. We read so many bad reviews on other local ski resorts and were honestly afraid to even try Sapphire and not even bother skiing in NC. But this place was honestly clean, organized, and put together nicely for a small ski resort. Highly recommend!
