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These scenic overnight stays in NC’s High Country make it tempting to stay in — even with waterfalls, wineries, mile-high hikes and stunning drives nearby.
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These scenic overnight stays in NC’s High Country make it tempting to stay in — even with waterfalls, wineries, mile-high hikes and stunning drives nearby.
These scenic overnight stays in NC’s High Country make it tempting to stay in — even with waterfalls, wineries, mile-high hikes and stunning drives nearby.
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The Pineola
Which of The Pineola’s overnight options speaks to you? At the lodge, go all in with a studio that includes a full kitchen, or bring your four-legged travel buddy to a pet-friendly room. Nearby, the log cabins blend rustic charm with romantic comforts — think oversized tubs and wide porches perfect for unwinding. Looking for something unexpected? Try a night in a treehouse, tiny home or motor coach. But no matter where you land, you're just a short stroll from The Pineola Taproom, the laid-back bar that brings everyone together with live music and events.
Down By the River Campground
Open seasonally from May through October, this 55-plus RV community is the only one of its kind in the High Country. Each site is flat, paved and generously spaced for easy access and extra comfort, with most offering convenient pull-through parking. Full hook-ups (water, sewer, electric) are standard at every site, along with a picnic table for casual meals under the sky. Community firepits offer a perfect way to wind down, swap stories and soak in the mountain air. And don’t forget Fido; a fenced-in dog park is onsite.
Mountain River Family Campground
Camp with your RV directly on the North Toe River at this beloved family-owned campground that’s making a strong comeback after being destroyed by Hurricane Helene in 2024. With more than a half-mile of riverfront on the property, it’s the perfect spot for peaceful trout fishing or to grab some innertubes and float away from your campsite.
Linville Falls Campground, RV Park and Cabins
Just minutes from Linville Falls and the iconic Linville Gorge, this privately owned campground offers a mix of full hook-up, water/electric and primitive tent sites tucked among rhododendron and mountain laurel. Each site includes a grill, firepit and picnic table. Unique cabins, a dog park, laundry and a stocked camp store add convenience. With the Linville River nearby, you can also cast a line for native brook trout or simply relax in nature’s quiet beauty.
Plumtree Campground and Retreat
A rustic property in the middle of the woods, Plumtree offers RV and tent sites with water and electric, primitive tent sites, group tent sites, cabins, studio apartments and a lodge. And though you’re tucked into the forest with access to a sliding rock waterfall, moderate trails hiking trails, a trout pond, a playground and a stargazing meadow, you’re still just a short drive away to popular High Country attractions.
Banner Elk Glamping
Camping, but make it a winery getaway. Unwind in one of two luxury geodomes with vineyard views, a private hot tub and a stargazing skylight — or opt for the “Wandering Wine Wagon,” a luxe covered wagon with Wild West charm. Both stays include outdoor firepits, Blackstone grills and easy access to wine tastings at Banner Elk Winery, mountain adventures and the laid-back energy of the High Country.
Banner Elk Mountain Cabins
Six stunning cabins are the stars of the show here. Perfect for family getaways, these cabins boast amenities such as six-person hot tubs, full stone fireplaces, firepits and huge decks. Add in some unobstructed mountain views and a five-minute drive to downtown Banner Elk, and your group is set.
Cornerstone Cabins and Lodge
Cornerstone offers the kind of space and scenery that turns group gatherings into unforgettable escapes. Whether you're planning a family reunion, wedding weekend or quiet mountain retreat, this property delivers. With three pet-friendly cabins, a spacious lodge that sleeps up to 33 and a flexible event space, guests can unwind with pondside swings, peaceful creeks, crackling firepits and sweeping views.
This listicle was produced in partnership with Avery County TDA.