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High Country Host Discover Heritage Treasures Here! Nort h Carolina's HighMountain Country Vacation Planner Banner Elk ~ Beech Mountain ~ Blowing Rock Boone ~ Jefferson ~ Newland ~ North Wilkesboro ~ Sparta Spruce Pine ~ West Jefferson ~ Wilkesboro North Carolina’s High Country Host Discover Heritage Treasures Here! Deep within the mystical Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina you’ll discover heritage and cultural treasures that can’t be found anywhere else in the world. Treasures that off er authentic cultural travel experiences, such as the mountain music that is unique to the region, authentic Appalachian craft , ancient Cherokee heritage, and centuries-old farming traditions. Discover these treasures and you’ll know why the region bears a national badge of honor: the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area. Visit www.blueridgeheritage.com to learn more about the treasures you may uncover on your visit here. Blue Ridge National Heritage Area Blue Ridge Parkway, MP 384, 195 Hemphill Knob Rd., Asheville 828-298-5330 www.blueridgeheritage.com 2 800-438-7500 Mountain Vacation Planner Chambers of Commerce Contents & Tourism Bureaus Birding, Backpacking & More . 4 Alleghany County Chamber & Visitor Center Touring the High Country . 6 58 S. Main St, Sparta Create Your Memorable Journey . 7 800-372-5473 • www.sparta-nc.com See our ad on page 42 Drive Times . 13 Ashe County Chamber & Visitor Center High Adventure . 16 01 N. Jefferson Ave, Ste. C, West Jefferson Performing Arts . 20 888-343-2743 • www.ashechamber.com Accommodations . 24 See our ad on page 42 Map . 28 Avery County Chamber & Visitor Center 4501 Tynecastle Hwy, Unit #2 Create a Family Tradition . 40 Tynecastle Shopping Center, Banner Elk Events of the High Country . 43 800-972-2183 • www.averycounty.com Directory . 47 Beech Mountain Chamber/TDA Blue Ridge Parkway . 53 403-A Beech Mountain Pkwy, Beech Mountain _________________________ 800-468-5506 • www.beechmtn.com www.beachmountainchamber.com Host Members Blowing Rock Chamber & Visitor Center 7738 Valley Blvd, Blowing Rock Arts & Entertainment . 21 877-750-4636 • www.blowingrock.com Banks . 52 Blowing Rock TDA Campgrounds . 25 PO Box 47, 28605 • Blowing Rock Chambers of Commerce . 52 877-750-4636 • www.blowingrock.com Conference Centers & Retreats . 25 See our ad on page 42 Day Trips . 48 Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Events & Activities . 46 208 Howard St, Boone Family Fun & Attractions . 49 800-852-9506 • www.boonechamber.com Fishing . 5 Mitchell County Chamber & Visitor Center Golf Courses . 5 79 Parkway Maintenance Rd, Spruce Pine Horseback Riding . 15 800-227-3912 • www.mitchell-county.com Orchards, Farms & Wineries . 40 Northwest NC Rest Area/Visitor Center Real Estate . 48 2121 E. Hwy. 421, North Wilkesboro Recreation & Relaxation . 5 336-667-1259 • www.nwncvisitorcenter.com Recreational Activities . 48 The Village of Sugar Mountain Restaurants . 50 251 Dick Trundy Ln, Sugar Mountain Rock Climbing . 15 828-898-9292 • www.seesugar.com Scenic Drives & Tours . 19 Watauga County TDA Services . 51 815 W. King St, Ste 10, Boone Shopping . 22 800-852-9506 • www.exploreboonearea.com Spas . 25 See our ad on page 23 Tourism Development Assoc . 13 West Jefferson TDA Whitewater Rafting, Canoeing . 15 01 S. Jefferson Ave, West Jefferson Winter Sports Equip ./Attractions . 18 866-607-0093 • www.visitwestjefferson.org Wilkes County Chamber of Commerce 717 Main St, North Wilkesboro 336-838-8662 • www.wilkesnc.org www.explorewilkes.com On the cover: Rafting photo courtesy of High Mountain Expeditions, Rhododenron's on Grandfather courtesy of Grandfather Mountain , The Linn Cove Viaduct by Hugh Morton , Skiing photo courtesy of Sugar Mountain Ski Resort www.mountainsofnc.com 3 North Carolina’s High Country Host Birding, Backpacking, And Bicycling, Backwaters More! hether your idea of outdoor recreation is observing the nesting habits of a Dark-Eyed Junco, floating down the world's second oldest river inW an inner tube, marveling at the scenery from a difficult par 3, challenging yourself with steep ascents that inspired Lance Armstrong’s return to cycling, or experiencing the backcountry in one of our many state parks, the High Country has something for you. Photo by Jesse Pope Five Audubon Society Important Bird Areas are located in the High Country along with 24 stops on the NC Birding Trail. Birders gather in the fall at Phoenix Mountain, near West Jefferson, and at Mahogany Rock, near Sparta, to watch the southern migration of many species of hawks. Still others enjoy expanding their birding knowledge on an early morning's walk around Valle Crucis Park with the area's local Audubon representative. With elevations ranging from 6,000 feet atop Grandfather Mountain to the depths of the Linville Gorge, ornithologists will find species not seen this far south – more than any other Eastern mountain destination. Miles of hiking trails cover varied terrain throughout the High Country, from long-range views at state parks like Mount Jefferson and Stone Mountain to blueways leading into the New River State Park. If you’re looking for more of an adrenaline rush, take flight and zip through a canopy of trees and across valleys on the Hawksnest Zipline. Zippers as young as five will enjoy new perspective on their mountain vacation. Feel the rush and cool off with a whitewater rafting trip on the Watauga River (perfect for families) or the Nolichucky River with its Class II-IV rapids. Cyclists take on the challenge of many century rides scheduled throughout the year including the Blue Ridge Brutal 100, the Bridge to Bridge Incredible Challenge, Blood, Sweat, and Gears, and the Assault on Mount Mitchell. For mountain bike enthusiasts, the Dark Mountain trails in Wilkes County have terrain perfect for beginners and challenging single-track routes for more experienced riders. Photo by Todd Bush Adventure doesn't end in the winter. Hikes along mountain trails expose long- range views not visible at any other time of year. The Blue Ridge Parkway is an ideal venue for cross country skiing or snowshoeing. Experience snow tubing at Hawksnest, the largest tubing resort on the East Coast. With dynamic ski runs, creative terrain parks, and outdoor ice skating at three premier ski resorts – Appalachian Ski Mountain, Sugar Mountain, and Beech Mountain – the High Country is truly the Ski Capital of the South. Come and elevate your next adventure in North Carolina's High Country! 4 800-438-7500 Mountain Vacation Planner RECREATION & RiverGirl Fishing ➤ Horseback Riding RELAXATION Company Fly-fishing lessons, wade trips, Clear Creek fishing boats, kayaking, canoeing ➤ Guest Ranch Fishing and tubing the New River, custom Rustic luxury resort with rod building and educational Elk Creek Outfitters spectacular view. Horseback trips of the New River by fisheries riding, hayrides, fishing, hiking, Professional guide service biologist/conservationist Kelly tubing, whitewater rafting, special providing full-day float trips, McCoy, owner. Monthly river children’s activities, cookouts, line wilderness walk trips, fly- clean-up of the New River. dancing. All lodging, meals and fishing schools and overnight 4041 RR Grade Rd, 28684 ranch activities included in rates. trips for trout, musky and Todd • 336-877-3099 100 Clear Creek Dr, 28714 smallmouth bass. www.rivergirlfishing.com Burnsville • 800-651-4510 1560 Hwy 105, 28607 www.clearcreekranch.com Boone • 828-264-6497 See our ad on page 15 www.ecoflyfishing.com ➤ Golf Courses Foscoe Fishing Dutch Creek Trails Company & Boone Golf Club Offering horseback rides on Outfitters Located on Fairway Drive, just beautiful mountain trails. off Hwy 321 S. One of the South’s Horseback rides leave every Located in the heart of Foscoe two hours starting at 10 a.m., and surrounded by more than outstanding championship courses. April–November. Open Monday–Saturday. 300 miles of creeks and streams, 793 Rubin Walker Rd, 28679 we offer local wade trips as well to the public. 433 Fairway Dr, 28607 Vilas • 828-297-7117 as float trips down the renowned www.dutchcreektrails.com South Holston and Watauga rivers. Boone • 866-532-4653 www.boonegolfclub.com 8857 Hwy 105 S, 28607 Category continued on Page 15 Boone • 828-963-6556 www.foscoefishing.com Mountain Aire See our ad on this page Golf Club Foscoe Fishing Co. Public golf course. Discover the & Outfitt ers Grandfather challenge, savor the breathtaking Trout Farm views of our championship Our three trout ponds are stocked course. Located in unspoiled to the brim with Rainbow Trout. Ashe County just 30 minutes No license needed and you only from Boone. We feature pay for what you catch. We supply spectacular views, reasonable rod and reels, bait and towels, ice rates and a friendly atmosphere. and bags. Something for the whole 1104 Golf Course Rd, 28694 8857 Hwy 105 S, Boone family! Open year-round and no West Jefferson • 336-877-4716 reservations required. www.mountainaire.com 828-963-6556 10767 Hwy 105 S, 28604 See our ad on this page www.foscoefi shing.com Banner Elk • 828-963-5098 www.grandfathertroutfarm.com Mountain Aire Golf Club Mountain Aire Golf Club is an unbelievable place to golf and live. Th is well-maintained public course is located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in Ashe County, just 25 miles from Boone. 18 holes of changing elevations and spectacular views will make this one of your favorite places to visit. 336-877-4716 • www.mountainaire.com • 1104 Golf Course Rd, West Jeff erson www.mountainsofnc.com 5 North Carolina’s High Country Host Touring the North Carolina High Country Spend a day or more touring the places that make the High Country spectacular. The tours below are listed according to category, north to south. General Store Tour Arts & Crafts Tour › Northwest Trading Post, Glendale Springs Plan your tour around performances at the › Mast General Store, Valle Crucis Blowing Rock Stage Company, An Appalachian › Fred’s General Mercantile, Beech Mountain Summer Festival, Forum Arts & Lecture Series, and ASU Performing Arts Series.
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