HCLT to conserve 100 acre tract of pristine land in Cashiers
The land will be conserved thanks to the support of generous donors. Donated photo
Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust (HCLT) is under contract on 100 acres of raw and pristine land in Cashiers. Fully surrounded by U.S. Forest Service land, this property is visible from Whiteside Mountain and protects streams in the Chattooga watershed.
Located off Bull Pen Road, it is home to many rare and endemic species of plants and animals.
Thanks to the support of a generous private foundation and HCLT’s Donors, the Twigg Tract will remain untouched and conserved forever, a huge win for conservation.
Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust is a nationally accredited nonprofit organization that has been conserving land on the Plateau since 1909, making it the oldest land trust in North Carolina and one of the oldest in the state.
Conservation is a powerful way to make a difference. Forests store carbon, reducing greenhouse gases while providing stunning landscapes, recreational opportunities, and critical habitats for wildlife. Wetlands act as natural sponges, absorbing stormwater to prevent flooding and releasing water during droughts to sustain ecosystems, improve water quality and support diverse species.
Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust is protecting forests and wetlands across the Plateau and safeguarding the natural beauty and resilience of our region. To learn how to help to create a healthier and more sustainable future for people and nature contact HCLT at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 828.526.1111.
