Valley History Explorer Hike: Leader's Choice (Kitsuma)

Embark on a captivating hike along the Kitsuma Trail to a stunning viewpoint with sweeping vistas of the Swannanoa Valley. On clear days, enjoy a breathtaking view of Mt. Mitchell. Ridgecrest, renowned for the Lifeway Ridgecrest Conference Center, was established in 1907 by Dr. Bernard Washington Spilman as the Southern Baptist Assembly. The center's iconic large white cross is a welcoming sight for westbound I-40 travelers cresting the Blue Ridge from Old Fort.
Cost: $40 for SVM Members, $45 for Non-Members.