Historic Orchard at Altapass
Take a family hayride back in time with story telling about "the most historically active place" along the Blue Ridge Parkway. An Appalachian cultural & historical center celebrating the people, music, art & natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. A century old, the Orchard sits astride the Parkway, preserving some of the most amazing scenery in NC. The Orchard serves products from its own apples, authentic local music, mountain arts, jams, jellies, sauces, fudge, gifts and more. Visitors pick their own mountain apples, or choose from bags of fruit hand-picked by Orchard staff. Bus tours and small groups are invited to take a hayride and gaze out at the picture-perfect views while listening to centuries of local events that have influenced our nation's destiny. Free music and special happenings every Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons. This summer we’re featuring our Super Saturdays, special Appalachian heritage activities for kids age 6-12. Each Super Saturday, kids learn how to weave a garden loom, carve figures in sweet potatoes, play a harmonica or wilderness survival. Check our website for a full schedule of activities.
Map:
Location: 1025 Orchard Road, Spruce Pine, NC 28777
Latitude: 35° 52' 33.24" N
Longitude: -82° 1' 25.6794" W
Special Directions: Exit 85 off I-40. Take US 221/NC226 north - bypass to the Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 328.3, Little Switzerland, 3 miles north of NC 226
Amenities:
- Accepts Company Checks
- Accepts Company Debit Cards
- Accepts Major Credit Cards
- Accessible for Motorcoaches / RVs
- Alcohol: Prohibited
- Banquet Facilities
- Catering
- Childrens Activities
- Donations Accepted
- Free Parking
- Gift / Retail Shop
- Group Rate Available
- Handicap Accessible
- Hiking/Walking Trail
- Hours of Operation: May-Sep 10am - 6pm; M-Sat; 12-6, Sun, closed Tuesdays; Oct open 12-6 daily
- Min # to Qualify for Group Rate: 15
- Motorcoach Parking
- Nature Center
- Pet Friendly
- Picnic Area
- Private Area for Groups
- Reservation Deposit Required
- Reservations Required for Groups
- Restaurant on-site
- Season of Operation: May - October
- Smoking: Designated Areas
- Snack Bar / Concessions
- Special Menus for Groups
- Step-On Guide Available
- Tour - Guided
- Tour Group Check-In
- Tour Group Greeter
- Tour Guide Available
Event Schedule:
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: May 22, 2013 - May 27, 2013
- Memorial Day at the Orchard: May 27, 2013 - May 27, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: May 29, 2013 - Jun 3, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: Jun 5, 2013 - Jun 10, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: Jun 12, 2013 - Jun 17, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: Jun 19, 2013 - Jun 24, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: Jun 26, 2013 - Jul 1, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: Jul 3, 2013 - Jul 8, 2013
- Annual 4th of July Celebration at the Orchard: Jul 4, 2013 - Jul 4, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: Jul 10, 2013 - Jul 15, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: Jul 17, 2013 - Jul 22, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: Jul 24, 2013 - Jul 29, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: Jul 31, 2013 - Aug 5, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: Aug 7, 2013 - Aug 12, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: Aug 14, 2013 - Aug 19, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: Aug 21, 2013 - Aug 26, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: Aug 28, 2013 - Sep 2, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: Sep 4, 2013 - Sep 9, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: Sep 11, 2013 - Sep 16, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: Sep 18, 2013 - Sep 23, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: Sep 25, 2013 - Sep 30, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: Oct 2, 2013 - Oct 7, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: Oct 9, 2013 - Oct 14, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: Oct 16, 2013 - Oct 21, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: Oct 23, 2013 - Oct 28, 2013
- Live Music & More at The Historic Orchard at Altapass: Oct 30, 2013 - Oct 31, 2013
Email: altapass.orchard@gmail.com
Business: (828) 765-9531
Fax: (828) 766-9455
Toll Free U.S.: (888) 765-9531
Business: http://www.altapassorchard.org
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