Mountain GardensYou'll find gardens here with bursting blooms of magenta rhododendron, white mountain laurel, multicolored annuals and a palette of perennials. Read more »
9 Mountain Activities for Kids and TeensHere are 10 ideas for getting you up, moving and learning. Soar along a zip line, pan for gemstones, go on a scenic hayride and much more.Read more »
Mountain Biking in the High CountryThe High Country offers some of the best mountain biking trails in the state. With peaks of 5,500 feet, the thrill of biking here is hard to beat.Read more »
Nature’s Pool Party: North Carolina Swimming HolesTaking a splash in one of our state’s many, natural swimming holes, from the mountains to the coast, is guaranteed to make you feel like a kid again.Read more »
Mountain WeddingsThe mountains of North Carolina lend a beautiful backdrop to your wedding day.Read more »
Shop Local and Bring Home Keepsakes from Your TravelsWhether you’re visiting the coast, one of our cities or the mountains, local gift shops and specialty stores offer lasting mementos from your trip.Read more »
North Carolina Is Home to Legendary Outdoor DramasThe Lost Colony, Unto These Hills, and Horn in the West have been major summertime attractions delighting audiences for more than 65 years.Read more »
Dream 18: Top-Rated Golf Courses You Can PlayThe North Carolina Golf Panel annually ranks the state’s top courses to help guide your choices when you come here to test your skills.Read more »
Adventure at North Carolina State ParksWith 41 state parks and recreation areas to visit, you’re never far from stargazing, fishing, camping, horseback riding and rock climbing.Read more »
Each Season Brings New Adventures to Banner ElkMountain views, gourmet meals, cozy B&Bs and outdoor adventure abound in Banner Elk, where colorful springs and falls separate snowy winters and mild summers.Read more »
Whitewater River Rafting in the MountainsWhether you’re looking for a white-knuckle rafting experience or a relaxing day with the family, our rambunctious rivers are ready to roll.Read more »
Beat the Heat with Cool Adventures in the MountainsThe peak of summer travel season is also the peak of high temperatures. Here's how to have some cool fun in the North Carolina mountains.Read more »
Visit Farms in the MountainsWinding down a dirt road to get to your destination is part of the fun of learning how food is grown and bringing home delicious treats. Read more »
Mountain HikesHike up mountain trails for expansive views of the tallest peaks in the East while exploring unique ecosystems and engineering feats.Read more »
Bluegrass Music Across North CarolinaBluegrass music traditions have rung out in our mountains for hundreds of years. Start mapping your journey with this sampling of settings.Read more »
Stay on a Farm in North CarolinaWhether you’re looking to stay in the mountains, on the coast or somewhere in between, here you’ll find working farms eager to welcome you.Read more »
Go Outdoors and Back in Time with These DramasMany of these summertime shows reflect our rich heritage, but you'll also find performances of some of Shakespeare’s favorite plays.Read more »
15 Coffee Shops and Cafes You’ll Like a LatteNorth Carolina is filled with locally owned coffee shops, each offering a bit of homegrown flavor and insight into the cultures of our towns and cities.Read more »
Zip Your Way Through a Vast North Carolina CanopyWith mountain peaks, rolling hills and an abundance of waterfalls, North Carolina is a natural choice for zip lines day, night and year-round.Read more »
10 Perfect Places to Watch the SunriseNorth Carolina is packed with adventures, so start exploring early. You’ll find perfect sunrise views at these spots, from beaches to mountaintops.Read more »
Plan Your Romantic Getaway to the Yadkin ValleySpend a three-day weekend with your significant other, and treat yourselves to wine tastings, gourmet meals, country drives and secluded accommodations.Get planning »
Take a Tour of One-of-a-Kind Museums and FestivalsThese quirky, one-of-a-kind attractions are often their towns’ claims to fame, which is why you have to see them to believe.Get planning »
Take a Farm-Fresh Tour of Western North CarolinaThis three-day trip starts in Asheville and ends outside of Boone, featuring farm visits, local wine, farm-to-table dining, alpacas and more.Get planning »
A Girls’ Getaway to the North Carolina High CountryGather your best girlfriends for a trip that will leave you all rejuvenated, thanks to the epic scenery and activities in the mountains.Get planning »
Film Sites from Bull Durham to the Blue Ridge ParkwaySee some of our great film sites and performing arts venues while enjoying the history of their picturesque settings in this five-day itinerary.Get planning »
Relax with a High Country Winter GetawayYou'll feel reinvigorated after a few days enjoying the quaint shops and cafés, charming inns and peaceful hikes of Boone, Blowing Rock and Banner Elk.Get planning »
Follow Cues from Max Movie to Sniff Out AdventureVisit several of the locations where Max was filmed, and you’ll experience some of North Carolina’s most beautiful natural attractions.Get planning »
Arts Tour from Statesville to the High CountryTake an arts tour that includes Ben Long's famous frescoes, Appalachian arts and culture, outdoor drama, North Carolina wine country and more.Get planning »
A Winter Weekend in the Mountains Is Calling YouSometimes 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.Get planning »
Discover Natural Wonders While Camping in the MountainsA trip to the mountains can be both fun and unpredictable, which makes it even more exciting, and camping is a great way to experience it all.Get planning »
Hang Gliding, Zip Lining and Hiking to New HeightsFrom a coastal lighthouse to the highest peak, a daredevil zip line or a breathtaking roller coaster, you’ll see North Carolina from a new perspective.Get planning »
Watch Nature Come Alive When Biking in the MountainsSeeing the season take shape in the mountains is breathtaking, and the speed at which you ride helps you take it all in.Get planning »
Country Stores in the MountainsAt Mast General Store and other country stores in the High Country, there's an old-time hospitality that keeps locals and visitors coming back.
A Variety of Mountain Biking Trails at Beech MountainMountain bikers will rejoice during a visit to the town of Beech Mountain. Enjoy scenic views and downhill trails at Beech Mountain Resort, and ride eight miles of trails along the town’s Emerald…
A New Twist on Moonshine at Call Family DistillersNorth Carolina has a rich history of producing moonshine, and Call Family Distillers in Wilkesboro is helping lead the revitalized - and now legal - trend.
Snow Tubing at HawksnestHawksnest offers 20 lanes of lighted snow tubing in the High Country and is the largest snow tubing park on the East Coast.
Horn in the WestThis popular outdoor drama in Boone dramatizes the settlement of western North Carolina.
MerleFestThis April music festival in Wilkesboro has hosted artists including The Avett Brothers, Alison Krauss, Steve Martin, Zac Brown Band and more.
High Gravity Adventures Is a Playground in the SkyThis aerial park, next to Tweetsie Railroad in Blowing Rock, will catch your eyes. And with a maze of cargo nets, aerial bridges, tight-rope walks and floating platforms, High Gravity Adventures will…
Blue Ridge Music TrailsDiscover the captivating sounds of the music born and bred along the Blue Ridge Music Trails
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Annual New River Blues FestivalGrassy Creek September 3 High in North Carolina’s beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains on the banks of the pristine New River, there is a day devoted to world-class blues.
Fly-In Social with the Wilkes Flying ClubNorth Wilkesboro September 9 , October 14 Fly in or drive to the Wilkes County Airport (UKF) to learn about the Wilkes Flying Club, the Wilkes County Airport and more.
Bleu Moon Productions Presents..."Moonshine and Thunder" The Junior Johnson StoryWilkesboro September 14 , September 15 (9) dates in all … The multi media outdoor drama Moonshine & Thunder - The Junior Johnson Story, tracks NASCAR all the way back to its spirited beginnings running moonshine in Wilkes County.
Simplicity at The Mast Farm InnValle Crucis (0.00 ) American Almost all foods at Simplicity's are handcrafted and homemade. Our gourmet and organic menus vary seasonally so we can best showcase the wonderful produce and products available locally.
Appalachian Mountain BreweryBoone (0.00 )AMB serves up fresh, flavorful beer. Although our craft is beer, AMB is much more than a brewery.
Stoney Fork Campground and Bed & BreakfastFerguson (0.00 )Stoney Fork Campground and B&B is a 28-acre homestead with a 100+-year-old farmhouse bordering Stoney Fork Creek, nestled in the northeastern foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in North Carolina.
Carolina Cabin RentalsBlowing Rock (0.00 )Carolina Cabin Rentals offers more than 60 rental cabins and vacation homes in Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk, and Beech Mountain.
A & W Mountain RentalsBanner Elk (0.00 )Property management and vacation rentals; lodging and accommodations in the Banner Elk, Beech Mountain and surrounding areas.