Mill Spring Travel Guide

The community of Mill Spring boasts a picturesque landscape complete with mountain views and a strong sense of community values. It's located 108 miles from Columbus, making it an ideal location for those wanting to explore the Columbus area but also get away from big city life.

Things to Do in Mill Spring

Visitors coming to Mill Spring after hearing about its fine wine won't be disappointed, as Mill Spring is home to Parker-Binns Vineyard, which offers wine tastings, fresh fired pizza, and bottles of wine for purchase. Outdoor enthusiasts won't be bored either, with the city offering the scenic Bradley Nature Preserve where guests can hike on miles of wooded trails or spend some time bird watching. They can also spend the afternoon at the Brights Creek Golf Course, fishing in Laughter Pond, swimming or kayaking on Lake After, and exploring the Mill Spring landscape on horseback with Brights Creek Equestrian Center or the Tryon International Equestrian Center.

Best Places to Stay in Mill Spring

There is a large selection of dog friendly vacation rentals in Mill Spring. They are mostly located on the outskirts of the community, so along with welcoming your furry friend, they also offer a great deal of privacy and space.

Best Time to Visit Mill Spring

The best time to visit Mill Spring is during the spring before it becomes crowded with tourists from Columbus, and when the weather is warm and the flowers are in bloom.

Food in Mill Spring

Good food is a way of life in Mill Springs. The city offers a number of great places to eat. To satisfy chicken cravings, visitors can go to Champs Chicken, while those looking forward to a hearty Italian meal can get a table at Giardini Trattoria. Roger's Diner is the best place in town for a homemade breakfast.

Best Events in Mill Spring

Located within proximity of Columbus, Mill Springs residents and guests can benefit from the festivities of the larger city by attending its annual events. A few of the best events in the area include the Polar Bear Plunge, Blooms and Butterflies, and Riverfest. Blooms and Butterflies- one of Columbus’ most unique events- features thousands of butterflies being released from their cocoons, filling the sky with pops of color.

Things to Do for Families in Mill Spring

For a day of family fun in nearby Columbus, visitors and their families can visit the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, which boasts a plethora of animals, an African animal exhibit, giraffe feeding, and a touch pool. In the summer, they can go across the street to Zoombezi Bay to cool off in the wave pool. Another fun family activity is zip lining through the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Lake Lure with Canopy Ridge Farms.