Welcome to Swannanoa, a small mountain town in the heart of the Swannanoa Valley, about 10 minutes from both Asheville and Black Mountain. After Hurricane Helene, neighbors pulled together to bring the town back, and new shops, coffee spots and a big new park are giving folks plenty of reasons to visit. Start here to find things to do in Swannanoa.
Our easy plan for a full day in town: coffee at Short Sleeves, a walk through Beacon Village, hand-made pretzels at Blunt Pretzels, sliders at Daymakers and a look at the new Beacon Park.
Plan your day →Local coffee, bakeries, family-owned restaurants and neighborhood spots to grab a bite.
Find a place to eat →The Swannanoa River, nearby trails and the new Beacon Park bike park and walking loop.
Get outside →Concerts, markets and community happenings, including Groovin’ on Grovemont in the summer.
See what’s happening →Cabins, cozy rentals and places to rest up between days of exploring.
Find a place to stay →Black Mountain is 10 minutes away and Old Fort about 20, with plenty more within an hour or two.
Plan a day trip →