Cameron and Angie’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Tweetsie Railroad is a one of a kind wild west theme park experience where you'll meet cowboys, cowgirls, and even some outlaws. Take a ride on the historic steam locomotive No. 12, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Enjoy some mountain dancing with the famous Tweetsie Clogger, the Dear Park Zoo, or take a whirl on the country fair rides. Take your turn in the Shooter's Arcade or ride the chairlift to Miner's Mountain. Several seasonal events include the Ultimate Dog Show, Riders in the Sky, Ghost Train, and Tweetsie Christmas. Open April through October, plus Thanksgiving-Christmas.
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Tweetsie Railroad
300 Tweetsie Railroad LnTweetsie Railroad is a one of a kind wild west theme park experience where you'll meet cowboys, cowgirls, and even some outlaws. Take a ride on the historic steam locomotive No. 12, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Enjoy some mountain dancing with the famous Tweetsie Clogger, the Dear Park Zoo, or take a whirl on the country fair rides. Take your turn in the Shooter's Arcade or ride the chairlift to Miner's Mountain. Several seasonal events include the Ultimate Dog Show, Riders in the Sky, Ghost Train, and Tweetsie Christmas. Open April through October, plus Thanksgiving-Christmas.
Grandfather Mountain, is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge. Main attractions include the Mile High Swinging Bridge (5,305 feet elevation), environmental habitats for black bears, river otters, cougars, eagles and bear cubs, the nature museum, more than 12 miles of maintained hiking trails, and an indoor theater featuring nature movies filmed within the environs of Grandfather Mountain. Several events take place at Grandfather. including the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games in July. Open daily, weather permitting, except major holidays.
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Parc Estatal de la Muntanya del Gran Pare
Grandfather Mountain, is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge. Main attractions include the Mile High Swinging Bridge (5,305 feet elevation), environmental habitats for black bears, river otters, cougars, eagles and bear cubs, the nature museum, more than 12 miles of maintained hiking trails, and an indoor theater featuring nature movies filmed within the environs of Grandfather Mountain. Several events take place at Grandfather. including the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games in July. Open daily, weather permitting, except major holidays.
Located directly off the Blue Ridge Parkway in Blowing Rock is Moses Cone Manor. This 13,000-square-foot mansion with 20 rooms was built in 1901 and former country home of the prosperous textile magnate, conservationist and philanthropist of the Gilded Age, Moses Cone. The 3,500-acre estate features 25 miles of carriage trails for walking, hiking, and horseback riding. It is now the home of the Parkway Craft Center, one of five shops of the Southern Highland Craft Guild that feature handmade crafts such as turned bowls, ceramic tableware, woven garments, and more. Admission is Free. Open year round, Milepost 294 on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
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Moses Cone Manor
Located directly off the Blue Ridge Parkway in Blowing Rock is Moses Cone Manor. This 13,000-square-foot mansion with 20 rooms was built in 1901 and former country home of the prosperous textile magnate, conservationist and philanthropist of the Gilded Age, Moses Cone. The 3,500-acre estate features 25 miles of carriage trails for walking, hiking, and horseback riding. It is now the home of the Parkway Craft Center, one of five shops of the Southern Highland Craft Guild that feature handmade crafts such as turned bowls, ceramic tableware, woven garments, and more. Admission is Free. Open year round, Milepost 294 on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Shopping
Tanger Shoppes on the Parkway is an upscale outlet center with many brand name stores, including Banana Republic Factory Store, Chico's, Columbia Factory Outlet, Talbots, Gap, and Vera Bradley. There is also a Kilwins, who serves up its famous homemade fudge, ice cream, and confections.
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Tanger Outlets Blowing Rock
278 Shoppes on the Parkway RdTanger Shoppes on the Parkway is an upscale outlet center with many brand name stores, including Banana Republic Factory Store, Chico's, Columbia Factory Outlet, Talbots, Gap, and Vera Bradley. There is also a Kilwins, who serves up its famous homemade fudge, ice cream, and confections.
Located in Valle Crucis and Boone. Established in 1883, the Mast General Store is listed on the Natural Register of Historic Places. For over 125 years, Mast has been outfitting Appalachians with quality outdoor gear, comfortable clothing, rugged footwear, and mercantile good. Both locations also feature casual clothing and outdoor wear by Woolrich, Royal Robbins, Columbia, North Face and a variety of other excellent brands. The Candy Barrel, which features a huge variety of “retro” candies, has locations in the Boone and Valle Crucis stores. Open year round.
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Mast General Store Boone
630 W King StLocated in Valle Crucis and Boone. Established in 1883, the Mast General Store is listed on the Natural Register of Historic Places. For over 125 years, Mast has been outfitting Appalachians with quality outdoor gear, comfortable clothing, rugged footwear, and mercantile good. Both locations also feature casual clothing and outdoor wear by Woolrich, Royal Robbins, Columbia, North Face and a variety of other excellent brands. The Candy Barrel, which features a huge variety of “retro” candies, has locations in the Boone and Valle Crucis stores. Open year round.
Main St, Blowing Rock, NC 28605, Estats Units d'Amèrica
Many local shops along Main Street.
Boone Mall
1180 Blowing Rock Rd
W King St, Boone, NC 28607, Estats Units d'Amèrica
Many shops in and around ASU.
Food scene
Located in Boone and Banner Elk, this is a great spot for country style BBQ in a casual setting. The Pedalin’ Pig, offers southern style with a gourmet flair on ribs, pulled pork, brisket, and chicken among other delicious options. Their food is locally sourced with a fine selection of western NC microbrews and regional wines.
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The Pedalin' Pig
4235 NC-105Located in Boone and Banner Elk, this is a great spot for country style BBQ in a casual setting. The Pedalin’ Pig, offers southern style with a gourmet flair on ribs, pulled pork, brisket, and chicken among other delicious options. Their food is locally sourced with a fine selection of western NC microbrews and regional wines.
Well known for its interesting and delicious interpretations of southern classics, the Gamekeeper Restaurant and Bar was one of the first restaurants in the area to embrace the farm to table philosophy. They specializes in local sourced and fresh ingredients. This restaurant is very close to our Lance Crossing properties and the menu changes seasonally blending the traditional with the exotic, satisfying both meat and veggie lovers. They are open Wednesdays through Sunday at 3005 Shulls Mill Rd, Boone, NC 28607.
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Gamekeeper Restaurant
3005 Shulls Mill RdWell known for its interesting and delicious interpretations of southern classics, the Gamekeeper Restaurant and Bar was one of the first restaurants in the area to embrace the farm to table philosophy. They specializes in local sourced and fresh ingredients. This restaurant is very close to our Lance Crossing properties and the menu changes seasonally blending the traditional with the exotic, satisfying both meat and veggie lovers. They are open Wednesdays through Sunday at 3005 Shulls Mill Rd, Boone, NC 28607.
Gideon’s Ridge in Blowing Rock is a true favorite and very hard to get reservations, so plan ahead! Their intimate European styled dining room has long range mountain views. The menu changes daily, which gives their Culinary Team the ability to use only the best ingredients available from local farms and small batch purveyors located right here in the Blue Ridge Mountains. When the weather is nice, definitely choose a table on their patio; the food is exceptional.
202 Gideon Ridge Rd, Blowing Rock, NC 28605 (828-295-3644).
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Gideon Ridge Inn
202 Gideon Ridge RdGideon’s Ridge in Blowing Rock is a true favorite and very hard to get reservations, so plan ahead! Their intimate European styled dining room has long range mountain views. The menu changes daily, which gives their Culinary Team the ability to use only the best ingredients available from local farms and small batch purveyors located right here in the Blue Ridge Mountains. When the weather is nice, definitely choose a table on their patio; the food is exceptional.
202 Gideon Ridge Rd, Blowing Rock, NC 28605 (828-295-3644).
Located in downtown Blowing Rock, at the corner of Main Street and Highway 221. Enjoy delicious Appalachian fare, warm hospitality, some good wine, craft beer or spirits. Lots on tap like fresh IPAs, clean lagers, complex wild ales, balanced sours, seasonal rosés, high-acid reds, crisp whites, and grower bubbly selections. They have something for everyone with the option of indoor or outdoor seating. Live music on Thursdays from 6-8pm. Please note this restaurant closes daily between 3-5pm. Located at 922 Main Street Blowing Rock, NC 28605, (828) 295-9819, info@thespeckledtrout.com
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Blowing Rock Cigar Company and Club
1179 Main StLocated in downtown Blowing Rock, at the corner of Main Street and Highway 221. Enjoy delicious Appalachian fare, warm hospitality, some good wine, craft beer or spirits. Lots on tap like fresh IPAs, clean lagers, complex wild ales, balanced sours, seasonal rosés, high-acid reds, crisp whites, and grower bubbly selections. They have something for everyone with the option of indoor or outdoor seating. Live music on Thursdays from 6-8pm. Please note this restaurant closes daily between 3-5pm. Located at 922 Main Street Blowing Rock, NC 28605, (828) 295-9819, info@thespeckledtrout.com
Bistro Roca
143 Wonderland TrailThe Village Cafe
146 Greenway CtNice menu and outdoor seating.
Local menu with plenty of regional beers on tap.
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The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle Shop
922 Main StLocal menu with plenty of regional beers on tap.
Coyote Kitchen
200 Southgate DrCasual Mexican/Caribbean flare
Stick Boy Bread Company
345 Hardin StKilwin's Chocolates
1103 Main StA must stop for something sweet.
Local Lion
791 Blowing Rock RdFresh made donuts daily.
The Penny Path Blowing Rock
278 Shoppes on the Parkway RdSweet or savory fresh crepes
Dan'l Boone Inn
130 Hardin StIconic local family-style restaurant.
Hiking and Adventure
For shorter, easier hikes with maximum views, try the popular Beacon Heights Trail or Rough Ridge Trail, both located off the Blueridge Parkway near mile markers 303 and 305 respectively.
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Beacon Heights Overlook Trail
Beacon Heights TrailFor shorter, easier hikes with maximum views, try the popular Beacon Heights Trail or Rough Ridge Trail, both located off the Blueridge Parkway near mile markers 303 and 305 respectively.
For a delightful casual walk, go to Bass Lake in Blowing Rock for a flat, one-mile loop suitable for baby strollers (fishing is allowed, but no bicycles or horses). Point your GPS to Bass Lake Loop Drive, Blowing Rock, NC 28605. If you get inspired, you can also take the 4-mile loop up to Moses Cone Manor and back.
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Bass Lake Trail
1 Bass Lake DrFor a delightful casual walk, go to Bass Lake in Blowing Rock for a flat, one-mile loop suitable for baby strollers (fishing is allowed, but no bicycles or horses). Point your GPS to Bass Lake Loop Drive, Blowing Rock, NC 28605. If you get inspired, you can also take the 4-mile loop up to Moses Cone Manor and back.
Don’t forget mountain biking! Rocky Knob Mountain Bike Park is prime real estate, with trails designed specifically for bikes. Located at 285 Mountain Bike Way, Boone, NC 28607, the park is right off 421, just east of Boone. Lees McRae in Banner Elk has some fantastic trails to ride.
For bike rentals, try Magic Cycle
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Rocky Knob
285 Mountain Bike WyDon’t forget mountain biking! Rocky Knob Mountain Bike Park is prime real estate, with trails designed specifically for bikes. Located at 285 Mountain Bike Way, Boone, NC 28607, the park is right off 421, just east of Boone. Lees McRae in Banner Elk has some fantastic trails to ride.
For bike rentals, try Magic Cycle
Linville Caverns lies about 30 miles away but is a great way to experience the beauty of these age-old mountains from the inside. A guided tour through a subterranean world, giving you the history of the caverns and allowing you to view the grand work of nature. Located at 19929 US-221, Marion, NC 28752, 828~756~4171, info@linvillecaverns.com
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Coves de Linville, Inc.
19929 U.S. 221Linville Caverns lies about 30 miles away but is a great way to experience the beauty of these age-old mountains from the inside. A guided tour through a subterranean world, giving you the history of the caverns and allowing you to view the grand work of nature. Located at 19929 US-221, Marion, NC 28752, 828~756~4171, info@linvillecaverns.com
Hebron Falls is located on the strenuous 5-mile loop of the Boone Fork Trail. The trailhead is located on the Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 296.4 at Julian Price Park Picnic Area. As you travel the Boone Fork Trail you will hike through an ancient lake bed where rich soil supports a variety of flora and fauna. The field is great for bird watching! The trail will lead you to the 25-foot Hebron Falls rushing and falling over car-sized boulders.
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Hebron Falls Trail
Hebron Falls TrailHebron Falls is located on the strenuous 5-mile loop of the Boone Fork Trail. The trailhead is located on the Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 296.4 at Julian Price Park Picnic Area. As you travel the Boone Fork Trail you will hike through an ancient lake bed where rich soil supports a variety of flora and fauna. The field is great for bird watching! The trail will lead you to the 25-foot Hebron Falls rushing and falling over car-sized boulders.
Rough Ridge Lookout - Grandfather Mountain, NC.
3218 Blue Ridge Pkwy
Beacon Heights Trail, North Carolina 28646, Estats Units d'Amèrica
Boone Fork Trail, North Carolina 28605, Estats Units d'Amèrica
Wineries and Breweries
There is nothing quite as relaxing as sitting on the banks of the Watauga River in the shadow of the beautiful Grandfather Mountain, enjoying an award-winning wine at Grandfather Vineyard! With seasonal music and food trucks, this delightful setting is ideal for a picnic or leisurely afternoon. They offer a variety of wines ranging from dry, sweet, sparkling and dessert style in flights, glasses, or bottles. Open Wednesday - Monday.
225 Vineyard Lane Banner Elk, NC 28604 (828.963.2400)
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Grandfather Vineyard & Winery
225 Vineyard LaneThere is nothing quite as relaxing as sitting on the banks of the Watauga River in the shadow of the beautiful Grandfather Mountain, enjoying an award-winning wine at Grandfather Vineyard! With seasonal music and food trucks, this delightful setting is ideal for a picnic or leisurely afternoon. They offer a variety of wines ranging from dry, sweet, sparkling and dessert style in flights, glasses, or bottles. Open Wednesday - Monday.
225 Vineyard Lane Banner Elk, NC 28604 (828.963.2400)
The artisan brewing scene has come alive in North Carolina's high country. After a long day of hiking or outdoor activities, take a moment to relax at the Booneshine Brewing Company. An area favorite, brewing high quality beer while connecting with people and the community of Boone. They have a beautiful tasting room and along with great outdoor seating that offer a wide selection of beer styles as well as a small, creative menu for lunch and dinner. Open Tuesday through Sunday.
465 Industrial Park Drive, Boone, NC, 28607 (828.266.0025)
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Booneshine Brewing Company
465 Industrial Park DrThe artisan brewing scene has come alive in North Carolina's high country. After a long day of hiking or outdoor activities, take a moment to relax at the Booneshine Brewing Company. An area favorite, brewing high quality beer while connecting with people and the community of Boone. They have a beautiful tasting room and along with great outdoor seating that offer a wide selection of beer styles as well as a small, creative menu for lunch and dinner. Open Tuesday through Sunday.
465 Industrial Park Drive, Boone, NC, 28607 (828.266.0025)
Blowing Rock Brewing Company
152 Sunset DrBanner Elk Winery & Villa
60 Deer RunLinville Falls Winery
9557 Linville Falls HwyBooneshine Brewing Company
465 Industrial Park DrThe Appalachian Mountain Brewery
163 Boone Creek DrLost Province Brewing Co.
130 N Depot StSkiing and tubing
Appalachian Ski Mtn
940 Ski Mountain RdBeech Mountain Ski Resort
1007 S Beech Mountain PkwySugar Mountain Resort, Inc
1009 Sugar Mountain Dr