Explore this journey and discover:
High Country & the Northern Mountains From ski resorts to wineries, the High Country is a rich mix of outdoor fun and great attractions.
NC Mountains Breath-taking beauty, history, heritage, crafts, music and outdoor activities beckon you at every bend in the road.
Asheville & the Central Mountains Roaring waterfalls and quiet lush forests. Urbane and artsy Asheville. This place will draw you in.
Southern Mountains Come to an outdoor paradise in the Smokies and the home of the Cherokee Indians. Oh, there's black bears too!
Appalachian Trail NC’s 88-mile section of the App Trail is among the most scenic, running along the spine of the Blue Ridge. Perfect..
Blue Ridge We bet you’ll do more stopping and "oohing" and "aahing" than driving on “America’s Favorite Drive”.
Smoky Mountains The most visited of the National Parks and one of the most diverse ecosystems on Earth. We're waiting for you.
Small Mountain Towns Make your way through the NC mountains one small town at a time. Come explore, enjoy.
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North Carolina Blueberry Festival
Jun 16, 2012
Burgaw, NC - The Festival celebrates the historic, economic, and cultural significance of blueberries in the…
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27th Annual Carolina Beach Music Festival
Jun 2, 2012
Carolina Beach, NC - Listen up all you "shaggers" and beach music aficionados, this is your chance to dance…
places of interest
Town of Spruce Pine
The Town of Spruce Pine is located in Mitchell County half way between…
NC High Country Host
Regional Welcome Center located on Blowing Rock Road in Boone. Covering…
Sparta, Town of
Sparta is the hub for community life of this northwest mountain…
Mast General Store
Listed on the National Historic Register as one of the best remaining…
Appalachian Ski Mountain
The NC High Country's first ski area. Skiing since 1962. Two quad…
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useful info & tips
what to do
Adventure Park Opens Trails
Avid mountain bikers and hikers now have a superb new venue in Western…
Mountain Trout Fishing Adventures…
Trout fishing adventures are made to order in North Carolina. Whether…
Northern Mountains: NC’s High Country
From top of the world ski resorts to Yadkin Valley wineries, the…
Grandfather Mountain Highland Games
Repeat after us: Ceud Mile Fáilte! Luckily, this phrase is…
Choose And Cut Christmas Trees
The holiday season brings families from all over the Southeast to the…
Grandfather Mountain Awakens In Early Spring
Grandfather Mountain, one of the best known landmarks of the Blue…
offers & sweeps
Grove Winery & Vineyard
Buy One, Get One Wi…
May 20, 2012 - Dec 31, 2012
The Winds Beach Resort
Seventh Night Free
Jun 1, 2012 - Aug 31, 2012
Beech Mountain To…
Weekend Hiking & Wi…
May 1, 2012 - Nov 11, 2012
Beech Mountain TDA
Summer of 79° Golf …
May 21, 2012 - Oct 21, 2012
