Family Friendly Activities
Family Friendly Activities
Quick Adventure Finder
Select the date you are interested in visiting Earthshine Lodge to see scheduled on-site adventures. You can click on the specific event to RSVP.
If you want to learn more about any of our activities, click the button below. Got specific questions? Give us a call or submit our contact form to get answers quickly!
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Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas! Hikers will learn about our famous […]
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Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas! Hikers will learn about our famous […]
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Nature Photography Retreat - Synchronous Firefly Weekend June 5 - 7, 2026 3 days/ 2 nights Join professional photographer, Nelson Stegall, […] |
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Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas! Hikers will learn about our famous […]
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Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas! Hikers will learn about our famous […]
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Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas! Hikers will learn about our famous […]
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Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas! Hikers will learn about our famous […]
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Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas! Hikers will learn about our famous […]
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Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas! Hikers will learn about our famous […]
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Earthshine Lodge’s Summer Day Pass invites families, adults, and curious adventurers to enjoy hands-on activities, guided exploration, and a delicious […]
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas! Hikers will learn about our famous […]
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Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas! Hikers will learn about our famous […]
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Experience the Blue Ridge mountains through a one-of-a-kind llama hike. Traverse private trails, learn more about your llama companion, and get all of the llama selfies and cuddles that you can handle. This memorable 1.5-hour adventure requires a reservation.
Join us for an unforgettable blacksmithing workshop where you’ll learn the art of forging hot steel! This hands-on experience gives you lots of time at the forge and is a great activity for small groups! You’ll heat, hammer, and shape rough steel into a unique knife that’s yours to take home (ages 13+/ 21+ for the brew portion).
Enjoy a short hike to Earthshine Lodge’s Cherokee village and learn how to shoot arrows and throw axes. Our instructor(s) will show you the basics, give you some pointers, and maintain a safe archery and axe throwing range. Equipment is provided.
Put on your bathing suit and water shoes and join us for a creek exploration. Embrace summer by cooling off and going on an aquatic adventure together. Highlights include gem mining along the way in the creek and an Earthshine sliding rock experience. A fun summer outing for families!
Our Blacksmithing & Brews experience has been so popular, we didn’t want to leave anyone out of the fun! Our seasoned educator has been teaching hands-on living history at Earthshine for over sixteen years. Kids and adults will all have the chance to stoke the coal fire, hammer glowing metal straight from the forge, and learn all kinds of the stories behind the craft.
Orienteering is a popular recreational activity in which the orienteer uses a map and compass to navigate quickly from point to point in unfamiliar terrain. Participants navigate through a series of checkpoints along the way. This program is designed as an orientation to using a map and compass to navigate for all ages.
Learn how to make awesome and safe campfires, then try your new favorite technique as you build your own fire with your family or friends. Of course, the best way to test your campfire is to make s’mores and we’ll have all the marshmallows, graham crackers, and chocolate you need.
A fun, guided scavenger hunt through the forest! Follow clues to find your way through the woods and learn all sorts of cool nature facts along the way. You will have to work together to decipher the clues and find the right path. Be ready for an adventure! Ages 5+. This is a great activity for families or birthday parties!
The Earthshine Lodge climbing wall is operated by experienced adventure staff and is a great intro to the basics of climbing. There are different routes to make the experience more or less challenging for climbers. This family-friendly activity is a great way to spend the afternoon.
Indulge in a leisurely afternoon of relaxation and creativity at our lodge, where family-friendly activities abound. Sip on a complimentary glass of wine or beer, while those under 21 can delight in sweet tea, hot chocolate, juice, or sparkling water. Join our skilled art teacher, M, in a guided session of nature-themed painting, suitable for couples, friends, and families alike.
Join us for a guided hike along Earthshine’s scenic trails, transforming learning into a delightful family-friendly activity. Along the way, discover fascinating and quirky nature facts that will captivate both young and old adventurers. After the hike, we’ll unveil a hidden gem – a “secret spot” – where the real magic happens.
For over three decades, Earthshine has been a pioneer in delivering educational living history encounters, making learning a family-friendly activity. Our immersive Pioneer “Hands-on History” experiences not only offer historical insights but also engage visitors with interactive activities that vividly depict life in the 1800s. It’s the perfect way for families to bond while delving into the past together.
Experience life in the 1800s! Earthshine has a 30-year history of providing educational living history experiences and our Cherokee and Pioneer “Hands-on History” experiences provide guests with historical perspective and hands-on activities. Cherokee experiences may include fire building, archery, a primitive clay project, and/or a nature walk
Nestled in the serene beauty of Lake Toxaway, Earthshine beckons you to a mountaintop retreat that seamlessly blends nature’s tranquility with yoga’s practice. Our carefully curated yoga sessions, suitable for all ages and levels, harmonize body, mind, and spirit.
Join us on a captivating nature hike through the breathtaking property of Earthshine Lodge, nestled in the enchanting landscapes of Lake Toxaway, North Carolina. Our knowledgeable and passionate guides will lead you through winding trails, unveiling the wonders of the natural world that flourish within this verdant oasis.