Madison Ibach for Tryon International

Revised August 24, 2023 (originally published August 2022)

Visit Tryon International for an unforgettable girls’ getaway for all who love horses. Situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the 1,600-acre resort is conveniently located an hour from Asheville and Charlotte, North Carolina, and Greenville, South Carolina, for endless exploration.

Offering 40-plus weeks of equestrian competition each year, Tryon International hosts some of the sport’s top athletes across multiple disciplines and welcomes horse lovers from around the world to experience the equestrian lifestyle – regardless of whether they have ever been on a horse or not. To plan a girls’ getaway to Tryon International, visit tryon.com/thisweek.

Onsite Accommodations

Tryon International’s Three & Five-Bedroom Cabins

Escape to Tryon International’s one, three, or five-bedroom onsite cabins, some tucked along the resort’s serene creekside. The cozy cabins include complimentary high-speed wifi, a washer and dryer, a fully equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and more. Tryon International’s lodging is pet-friendly as well, so your four-legged friends can join in on the fun, too. View all lodging options here.

Tryon International’s Cleghorn Gun Club and Cleghorn Golf & Sports Club

For the sportier groups, Tryon International’s Cleghorn Golf & Sports Club and Cleghorn Gun Club are located less than 10 minutes away from the venue. Swing and putt across the George Cobb-designed 18-hole golf course at the Cleghorn Golf & Sports Club, then hit the range at the Cleghorn Gun Club featuring the sporting clays course, consisting of 15 stations with four traps per station. Rentals and lessons available! Book your experience now.

Delicious Dining

From elevated dining experiences to fresh grab-and-go food, cater to everyone’s cravings at Tryon International’s onsite restaurants. Featuring authentic Italian cuisine, diner classics, premier dining experiences, fresh, artful sushi and more, every craving in your girls group can be satisfied. Discover a bit of everything in The General Store, such as travel essentials, light groceries, Starbucks Coffee, ice cream, milkshakes and pastries, plus grab-and-go meals. View all dining options here.

Shopping & Services

Shop the Tryon International Promenade where you’ll discover a wide variety of boutiques, from fashion and accessories to home goods and horse-inspired art. The Unique Boutique features artisans and designer merchants representing the Carolinas region. Shop for handmade and locally-sourced or designed home decor, lifestyle items, jewelry, breathtaking art, toys and more. Plus, enjoy services such as massage, manicures and pedicures, and treat yourself to decadent chocolate made right here onsite. View all that the Tryon International Promenade has to offer here.

Health & Fitness

Fitness Wide Open at Tryon International

For groups who love an active lifestyle, take a walk along the beautiful White Oak Course that circles the resort pond, and explore Fitness Wide Open – a recent addition to the venue offering day passes to a variety of classes and equipment.

Health and wellness applies to skincare, too! A girls’ getaway would not be complete without spa treatments, so book luxurious manicures, pedicures, and facial services at Julie’s Primp & Polish.

Fun for Horse Lovers

Offering 40-plus weeks of competition per year, Tryon International welcomes equestrian athletes of all levels to compete in Show Jumping, Hunter, Eventing, Dressage, Para-Dressage, Driving, and Vaulting disciplines. The resort’s iconic Saturday Night Lights Series is a fan-favorite, featuring the Grand Prix – the highest level of Show Jumping competition each week.

Your friend group can enjoy carnival-style concessions or a delicious meal at one of our restaurants, dance to live music, and be amazed by the jaw-dropping equestrian competition. Keep the fun going late at the Silo Bar - perfect for dancing, sipping on your favorite beverages, and relaxing on a bar stool or chair hammocks.

Earl Scruggs Music Festival

Plan your girls getaway during the Earl Scruggs Music Festival! Hosted at Tryon International September 1-3, 2023, gather your girlfriends for a weekend of live music, delicious food, shopping and special experiences in the Blue Ridge foothills. Bringing the best of Bluegrass to the venue, this celebration of music honors the life and legacy of American icon and musical legend, Earl Scruggs. Passes are on sale now, so you can start planning your music festival experience today! Learn more about the Earl Scruggs Music Festival here.

Outdoor Destinations

While there is plenty to enjoy and experience onsite at Tryon International, the venue is conveniently located to Western North Carolina’s beautiful adventures. Outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers flock from near and far to destinations such as Lake Lure, Chimney Rock State Park, DuPont State Forest, and the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Regional Access

Tryon International is conveniently located to some of the country’s top destinations including Asheville and Charlotte, NC, and Greenville, SC.

Travel west to Asheville, home to award-winning restaurants, eclectic galleries, lively music, awe-inspiring architecture, and historical monuments that can be uncovered around every corner.

To the east in Charlotte, guests can attend NASCAR races, a Carolina Panthers NFL game, Carowinds Amusement Park, or visit the wide variety of restaurants and shops in Uptown.

Head south to visit Greenville in Upstate South Carolina, named America’s 4th fastest-growing city and one of America’s hottest destinations with a quaint Main Street, bustling art scene, and bike-friendly attitude.

You can also explore the charming main streets, historic sites, and lovely culture of Tryon International’s neighboring towns, such as Rutherfordton, Shelby, Forest City, Landrum, Tryon, Spindale, and Saluda. There’s so much to explore!

Reservations

Book your girls’ getaway experience online at Tryon.com/lodging or contact the lodging office directly at 828-863-1015 or lodging@tryon.com, or plan your visit at Tryon.com/thisweek.

About Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort (Tryon International)

Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort (Tryon International) is the ultimate destination for all who love horses, outdoor living, and an active lifestyle. The 1,600-acre resort is conveniently located within an hour of Charlotte and Asheville and boasts expansive views of the Western North Carolina mountains to the west and bucolic foothills to the east.

Building on a local legacy of equestrian heritage almost a century old, TIEC hosts more than 35 weeks of multi-discipline equestrian competition annually and has welcomed riders from all 50 states and 68 countries. With fun for the whole family, guests can enjoy a variety of onsite lodging, eight restaurants, golf and gun club, spa, and a collection of boutiques and specialty shops. While horses are the core, the resort hosts non-equestrian events such as the Saturday Night Lights, North American Hobby Horse events, Oktoberfest, Winterfest, and the Earl Scruggs Music Festival. Learn more and plan your visit online at Tryon.com/thisweek or find us on social media.

A Girls’ Getaway for Horse Lovers