The 3rd Annual Highlands Pickleball on the Plateau returns September 25–27 to raise funds for local youth programs.

The Rotary Twilight 5K steps off at 6:00 P.M. on August 15, sending runners through familiar in‑town streets for a community‑minded race that supports the Gordon Center for Children.

More than 250 endemic species thrive on the Highlands‑Cashiers Plateau, underscoring its remarkable biodiversity and the vital conservation work of the Highlands‑Cashiers Land Trust.

Standing Indian blends Cherokee legend, sweeping Appalachian Trail views, and easy access into one rewarding half‑day hike.

Summer brings our black bears back into view, a charming reminder that living well in the mountains means sharing the landscape with intelligence, curiosity, and a few important common‑sense habits that keep both people and wildlife safe.

A quick, kid‑ and dog‑friendly trail leads to Minnehaha Falls, a beautiful 60‑foot cascade best enjoyed on quiet weekday mornings or evenings.

A master of the high canopy, the Scarlet Tanager brings color, song, and a touch of mystery to our summer woods.

Highlands native Alex Osteen turned a Peace Corps assignment in Honduras into Highlander Farms Coffee, a mission‑driven venture that supports a community
he now considers family.

The Rotary Twilight 5K brings neighbors, families, and visitors together August 15 for a spirited race that fuels local child development efforts.