Bear Lake Reserve is located on nearly 6 miles of shoreline on Bear Creek Lake, one of the last undeveloped lakes in Western North Carolina. Though comfortably distanced from the harried world, it is near Cashiers, Sylva, Highlands, and Brevard — neighborly little towns that invite you over to explore quaint shops, dine, tour galleries, and take in a change of scenery. A little farther down the road are Asheville’s renowned Biltmore Estate, fine restaurants, entertainment venues, and year-round festivals. In addition to local happenings, Bear Lake Reserve offers lots of activities to choose from, without ever having to leave the property.