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Two women ski downhill at Beech Mountain Ski Resort outside of Banner Elk

Things to Do

Skiing & Snowboarding

North Carolina’s mountains turn into a snow-dusted playground each winter, offering skiing, snowboarding and tubing with stunning views to match. From Beech Mountain to Sugar Mountain, it's all about crisp air, cozy après and carving your own trail on the slopes. Come discover why for more than six decades now, we've been known as the Winter Capital of the South.

Winter

From Ski Lifts to S’mores

Whether you're carving down the slopes or cozying up by the fire, winter in NC’s mountains brings adventure and cozy vibes in equal measure.

Itinerary

Grab Your Gear: Adventurous Winter Mountain Getaway

Kick cabin fever with a range of winter activities in the North Carolina mountains like hiking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and even ice climbing. A convenient base camp for launching a winter assault is Black Mountain, located just off Interstate 40 east of Asheville.
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A Winter Weekend in the NC Mountains is Calling You

Sometimes you just need to get away. Escape the winter drag and head to the North Carolina High Country for fun at ski resorts and relaxation at day spas.
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It’s Always Beech Season: Find Year-Round Activities at Beech Mountain

Beech Mountain, Eastern America’s highest town, sits in the Blue Ridge Mountains at a cool 5,506 feet above sea level. This signature elevation provides snowy winters, refreshing summers and crisp autumns — and you know what that means: all the adventures all the time.