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Henry River Mill Village
Begin your journey in Hildebran, just an hour from Charlotte, where the Henry River Mill Village served as District 12 in “The Hunger Games.” This once-abandoned textile village was transformed into the home of Katniss Everdeen, complete with the Mellark family bakery and the Everdeens’ shanty. Take a guided tour, attend a special event or stay overnight in a restored cabin for a true Panem experience.
Craggy Pinnacle Trail
The North Fork Reservoir, where the Cornucopia scenes were filmed, is off limits to the public, but you can see the lake from the Craggy Pinnacle Trail, accessed at the Craggy Gardens visitors center on the Blue Ridge Parkway northeast of Asheville. Follow the law and stick to the established trail to minimize damage to the environment.
Lower Douglas Falls
Filmmakers went to Pisgah National Forest’s Coleman Boundary area (aka Big Ivy) to shoot pre-Games scenes of Gale and Katniss. No guarantee this is the exact spot, but it’s a good place to channel the characters’ connection to the teeming wilderness.
Please exercise caution and obey all rules and warnings posted at mountains, waterfalls, forests and parks.
Navitat Canopy Tour
Think of Rue soaring through the treetops as you attach the zip line harness for a three-hour eco-adventure at Pisgah’s edge. Josh Hutcherson (Peeta) made the trip three times (once at night and once with then-girlfriend Vanessa Hudgens), and six other Tribute players soared here too.
Wasabi
Check into Hotel Indigo or the DoubleTree by Hilton Biltmore, where cast members stayed. Then, enjoy dinner at Wasabi, a sushi hotspot where the Tributes often gathered.
Nantahala Outdoor Center
Note: Katniss spent years learning the skills that helped her survive. Begin your own training with wilderness survival courses and workshops at Nantahala Outdoor Center in Bryson City (a little more than an hour west of Asheville).
Early Girl Eatery
Start your morning at Early Girl Eatery, where Entertainment Weekly interviewed Hutcherson for its “Men of The Hunger Games” spread. Before heading out, browse Malaprop’s Bookstore/Café, which championed “The Hunger Games” books before the films took off.
DuPont State Forest
Drive to DuPont State Recreational Forest, a magnet for mountain bikers, hikers and nature lovers. In the dramatic landscapes of waterfalls, hideaway lakes and fishing streams, try to spot both Katniss’ pond and the place where Peeta camouflaged himself. Triple Falls, Bridal Veil Falls and the covered bridge at High Falls are among the visual highlights, and sharp eyes might spot black bear, deer or wild turkey. Sightings of tracker jackers and mutant wolves are unconfirmed.
Brevard
After a day of exploring, head to Brevard, a charming mountain town known for its live music, arts scene and white squirrel population. Brevard features a compact downtown with irresistible shopping (OP Taylor's, Theophilus, DD Bullwinkel's), galleries (Number 7 Arts), culinary treats (The Square Root, Bracken Mountain Bakery) and Brevard Brewing. Brevard might be off the Panem radar, but you can bet Rue would be drawn to the music that rings out almost every night.
Pleasant City Wood Fired Grill
Drive 80 miles east to Shelby, where the Reaping and Hob scenes were filmed in private warehouse spaces near downtown. This small town embraced its Hunger Games fame, with Lafayette Street shops selling film-inspired finds. Enjoy lunch at Pleasant City Wood Fired Grill, a cast favorite.
NoDa District
After checking into the Ritz-Carlton or Dunhill Hotel, follow the actors’ lead and explore the lively NoDa neighborhood. Grab dinner at Cabo Fish Taco or Boudreaux’s Louisiana Kitchen, then stop by Amélie's French Bakery, where Woody Harrelson played chess with locals in the former location.Charlotte’s NoDa District
Knight Theater
Caesar Flickerman would thrill to Uptown Charlotte’s modern architecture and urban sheen. Yet even in the shadow of corporate towers and art-filled plazas, the Capitol’s flamboyant fashionistas drew gapes as costumed extras entered Knight Theater for filming. The theater, Charlotte Convention Center and other venues might not be routinely accessed, but depending on events, you might get inside.
US National Whitewater Center
Imagine the Gamemakers creating the world’s largest recirculating whitewater river, a canyon to cross and a 46-foot rock to climb. Tributes could actually train here — the center offers extensive skills and survival classes. On a visit to ascend the wall, Woody Harrelson offered a glimpse of Haymitch’s capabilities in the Arena, perfect to prepare for Suzanne Collins new book, "Sunrise on the Reaping."
River’s Edge Bar & Grill
After an action-packed day, relax at River’s Edge Bar & Grill, overlooking the whitewater course. Enjoy a well-earned meal and reflect on your journey through the real-life landscapes of Panem.
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Your Trip at a Glance
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Henry River Mill Village
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Craggy Pinnacle Trail
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Lower Douglas Falls
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Navitat Canopy Tour
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Wasabi
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Nantahala Outdoor Center
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Early Girl Eatery
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DuPont State Forest
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Brevard
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Pleasant City Wood Fired Grill
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NoDa District
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Knight Theater
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US National Whitewater Center
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