is a town in Buncombe County, North Carolina. It is part of the Asheville Metropolitan Statistical Area. The downtown area has many eclectic shops, attracting seasonal tourism, a main staple of the local economy.

When you visit Black Mountain, don't leave your four-legged friends behind!
Many of the shops, galleries, restaurants, and breweries are pet-friendly. Some shops even welcome your pet with treats and water.
Black Mountain is also rockin' with activities, including annual arts and crafts festivals (Old Depot Art by the Tracks, Sourwood Festival), garden shows, concerts, art exhibits, and an annual Christmas parade. Enjoy a leisurely walk around Lake Tomahawk, a round of golf at the Black Mountain 18-hole golf course (featuring the longest par 6 in the nation), or a mountain hike (guided hikes of the area are offered by the Swannanoa Valley Museum). More...