Hawksnest in Seven Devils is home to one of the country’s longest zip lines
Magical, cascading and sometimes frozen, waterfalls should also be experienced in winter
Share a wintry sunset in Nags Head with your four-legged companion
Hike Hemphill Bald Trail in the winter and you’ll experience long views and clear skies
Snag a beer or cocktail at Brewery Bhavana in Raleigh, where you can also purchase books and flowers
Take a tour of Battleship North Carolina, the most decorated battleship of World War II, in Wilmington
Cozy up at 5506’ Skybar after a run or two at Beech Mountain Resort
Warm up inside with a relaxing massage and facial at Pinehurst Resort
For a good meal on a chilly night, hit up Sam Jones BBQ near Greenville, which offers whole hog barbecue
Take a hike to Wiseman's View in the Linville Gorge

Winter

Cozy, Carefree and Captivating

Embrace the opportunities that only colder months can provide and make it a winter like never before. Head to the mountains, where six different ski resorts will greet you with snow, crisp air and adventure for all ages. Or skip the slopes and embark on lesser-known winter activities such as snowshoeing in the High Country, sandboarding on the Outer Banks or hunting for stunning frozen waterfalls. And after you’ve finished making flurries of outdoor memories, cozy up inside with good conversation and creative craft beers at any of the 300+ breweries and brewpubs all across our state.

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Trip Tips

Keep an eye out for Foothills Brewing’s popular Sexual Chocolate Russian Imperial Stout – it’s a winter favorite
Visit Fort Fisher in Wilmington in January, when re-enactors commemorate the fort’s fall in the Civil War each year
For a cozy afternoon, Salud Cerveceria in Charlotte's NoDa neighborhood doubles as a coffee shop and brewery with a relaxed vibe
Grab a permit from Jockey’s Ridge State Park's office, and head to the dunes for some sandboarding, which can only be enjoyed in the winter months
Blowing Rock’s Winterfest, Jan. 28-31, 2021, offers a Chili Challenge and a Polar Plunge
For experts: Climbing is permitted on Doughton Park's bluffs (milepost 240) even when the Blue Ridge Parkway is closed to vehicles

Winter is Better in North Carolina’s Ski Town

Let's count the ways for winter fun in Banner Elk: snow tubing, skiing, ice skating, alpine coaster rides, the Mile High Swinging Bridge, cozy lodging and more.

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