Saluda
is a small town of less than 1,000 residents located just thirty minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway southeast of Asheville. It's nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains, a quiet, slow-paced community near many recreational opportunities and attractions. Saluda began as a railroad town, and although trains no longer climb the steep Saluda Grade and pass through the village, it's still obvious how important the railroad was to this historic little community. Tree-lined streets shade lovely old Victorian homes, and many shops and restaurants can be found along the main street of town. Many of the buildings were constructed long ago and Saluda has been registered as a National Historic Landmark. The Saluda Train Depot, which once welcomed seasonal visitors to the area, has been restored to its' original charm and character. It sits in an area called Saluda Station, which also contains a genuine 19th century caboose from the Southern Railway line. The old depot houses several shops, and local musicians often entertain visitors outside in the "open air listening room" between the caboose and neighboring buildings. Attractions near Saluda include the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, the Nantahala National Forest and the Pisgah National Forest. Recreation in the area consists of everything from hiking and mountain biking to white water rafting and kayaking.
Surrounding areas: Tryon, North Carolina (6.5 mi), Hendersonville, North Carolina (8.5 mi), Columbus, North Carolina (8.7 mi), Chimney Rock, North Carolina (14.7 mi), Lake Lure, North Carolina (16.0 mi), Cedar Mountain, North Carolina (17.8 mi), Pisgah Forest, North Carolina (19.9 mi)
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Saluda Vacation Rentals
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Saluda Weather & Climate
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The foothills near Asheville, has a climate that is often hard to predict, but can generally be called mild. The elevation of the region is about 2,200 feet. Temperatures are warmer in winter than the High Country, and cooler in summer than the low lying areas and Piedmont Region. Spring has mild days and cool nights with some rainy days. Summer is warm and humid with scattered afternoon thunderstorms, but temperatures rarely rise above 90 degrees. Conditions cool down a little by October, but days are still warm and nights are cool. It's perfect weather for viewing the spectacular fall foliage. In winter, the high mountains protect the area and there is seldom a major snowfall. Highs even in the middle of winter range in the 40s and 50s.
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| Month |
High Temp |
Low Temp |
Rainfall |
Ocean Temp |
| January |
51°F |
30°F |
5.81 in. |
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| February |
56°F |
32°F |
5.11 in. |
- |
| March |
65°F |
39°F |
6.66 in. |
- |
| April |
73°F |
45°F |
4.75 in. |
- |
| May |
80°F |
54°F |
5.77 in. |
- |
| June |
86°F |
62°F |
5.62 in. |
- |
| July |
89°F |
66°F |
5.26 in. |
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| August |
87°F |
65°F |
6.18 in. |
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| September |
81°F |
59°F |
5.56 in. |
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| October |
73°F |
48°F |
4.95 in. |
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| November |
63°F |
39°F |
4.91 in. |
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| December |
54°F |
32°F |
4.85 in. |
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Saluda Map & Transportation
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The closest airports in the area are the Asheville Regional airport (AVL) located about 17 miles northwest of Saluda in Asheville, North Carolina, the Greenville Spartanburg International airport (GSP) located approximately 24 miles south of Saluda in Greer, South Carolina, the Donaldson Center airport (GYH) located roughly 33 miles south of Saluda in Greenville, South Carolina, and finally the Shelby Municipal airport (EHO) located around 42 miles east of Saluda in Shelby, North Carolina.
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Saluda Attractions
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| | | Amusement and Theme Parks |
| Ghost Town in the Sky | Maggie Valley | NC | 46.5 mi. | | | Cherokee Fun Park | Cherokee | NC | 56.9 mi. | | | Santa's Land | Cherokee | NC | 56.9 mi. | | | Dollywood | Pigeon Forge | TN | 77.9 mi. | | | Rockin' Raceway | Pigeon Forge | TN | 77.9 mi. | | | NASCAR SpeedPark | Sevierville | TN | 81.0 mi. | | | Paramount's Carowinds | Charlotte | NC | 85.1 mi. | |
| | | Water Parks |
| Paramount's Carowinds-Water Works | Pineville | NC | 83.1 mi. | |
| | | Golf Courses |
| Crooked Creek Golf Club | Hendersonville | NC | 8.6 mi. | | | Cummings Cove Golf & Country Club | Hendersonville | NC | 8.6 mi. | | | Orchard Trace Golf Club | Hendersonville | NC | 8.6 mi. | | | Red Fox Country Club | Tryon | NC | 12.0 mi. | | | Links O Tryon | Campobello | SC | 14.3 mi. | | | Lake Lure Municipal Golf Course | Lake Lure | NC | 15.4 mi. | | | Broadmoor Golf Links | Fletcher | NC | 15.9 mi. | | | Village Greens Golf & Country Club | Gramling | SC | 16.9 mi. | | | Lake Lure Golf & Beach Resort | Lake Lure | NC | 17.0 mi. | | | High Vista Country Club | Arden | NC | 17.9 mi. | | | Brookwood Golf Club | Arden | NC | 18.9 mi. | | | Connestee Falls Golf Course | Brevard | NC | 21.4 mi. | | | Glen Cannon Country Club | Brevard | NC | 21.4 mi. | | | Sherwood Forest Golf Club | Brevard | NC | 21.4 mi. | | | Greer Golf & Country Club | Greer | SC | 22.4 mi. | | | Willow Creek Golf Course | Greer | SC | 22.4 mi. | | | Hillandale Golf Course | Greenville | SC | 23.2 mi. | | | Cleghorn Plantation Golf & Country Club | Rutherfordton | NC | 24.1 mi. | | | Meadowbrook Golf Club | Rutherfordton | NC | 24.1 mi. | | | Rutherfordton Golf Club | Rutherfordton | NC | 24.1 mi. | | | River Falls Plantation | Duncan | SC | 24.3 mi. | | | Willow Springs Country Club | Wilson | NC | 24.8 mi. | | | Devils Ridge Golf Club | Holly Springs | NC | 25.4 mi. | | | Black Mountain Golf Course | Black Mountain | NC | 25.9 mi. | | | Buncombe County Municipal Golf Course | Asheville | NC | 26.5 mi. | | | Bonnie Brae Golf Club | Greenville | SC | 26.8 mi. | | | Furman University Golf Course | Greenville | SC | 26.8 mi. | | | Summersett Golf Club | Greenville | SC | 26.8 mi. | | | Verdae Greens Golf Club | Greenville | SC | 26.8 mi. | | | Forest City Municipal Golf Course | Forest City | NC | 27.5 mi. | |
| | | Ski Areas |
| Ski Wolf Laurel | Mars Hill | NC | 42.4 mi. | | | Cataloochee | Maggie Valley | NC | 46.5 mi. | | | Scaly Mountain | Scaly Mountain | NC | 56.9 mi. | | | Ski Beech | Banner Elk | NC | 69.5 mi. | | | Sugar Mountain Ski Area | Banner Elk | NC | 69.5 mi. | | | Hawksnest Golf & Ski Resort | Seven Devils | NC | 70.0 mi. | |
| | | State Parks |
| Pleasant Ridge State Park | | SC | 12.5 mi. | | | Caesars Head State Park | | SC | 17.5 mi. | | | Paris Mountain State Park | | SC | 20.6 mi. | | | Table Rock State Park | | SC | 24.4 mi. | | | Keowee Toxaway State Park | | SC | 37.2 mi. | | | Mount Mitchell State Park | | NC | 37.3 mi. | | | Croft State Park | | SC | 38.8 mi. | |
| | | Museums |
| Bob Jones University Museum & Gallery | Greenville | SC | 26.7 mi. | (Art) | | South Carolina Gold Museum | Pickens | SC | 31.7 mi. | (Miscellaneous) |
| | | Zoos and Aquariums |
| Greenville Zoo | Greenville | SC | 26.7 mi. | | | Western North Carolina Nature Center | Asheville | NC | 27.7 mi. | | | Knoxville Zoological Gardens | Knoxville | TN | 101.6 mi. | | | Riverbanks Zoological Park and Botanical Garden | Columbia | SC | 113.6 mi. | |
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