40 Wonderful Places To Visit In The High Country (Boone, Blowing Rock, And More!)
We’ve been visiting North Carolina’s High Country for years, exploring Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk, and other wonderful places in Northwestern NC.
Banner Elk
20+ Wonderful Things To Do In Banner Elk (Events + Food)
If you’re not already hooked on this Avery County town, let us take you through all the fun things to do in Banner Elk and its surroundings in the High Country.
20 Beautiful Waterfalls near Boone, Blowing Rock, and Banner Elk
Some of North Carolina’s most gorgeous waterfalls sit near the towns of Boone, Blowing Rock, and Banner Elk in the High Country.
20 of the Best Day Trips from Boone (Within a 2-Hour Drive)
Some wonderful day trips from Boone await just two hours from this awesome NC small town. Hop in your car and check out these awesome spots!
6 Wonderful Ski Resorts in North Carolina (Snow Tubing Parks, Too!)
Whether it’s winter or summer, it’s always time to explore ski resorts in North Carolina! Find out the best skiing and snow tubing resorts to spend your winter!
Amazing Hikes near Boone and Blowing Rock (45 of the Best!)
The High Country is packed with amazing natural beauty and much of it can be witnessed by hiking trails near Boone, Blowing Rock, and Banner Elk.
Otter Falls Trail: A Fun Hike to One of the High Country’s Most Beautiful Waterfalls
The Otter Falls Trail was created by a wonderful group of locals. Thanks to them, you can access one of the best High Country waterfalls. It all sits inside the resort community of Seven Devils, North Carolina, which is really cool hiking trail to explore if you have more time. But for now, let’s stick … Read More
Beacon Heights: a Quick and Easy Blue Ridge Parkway Hike (MP 305)
Beacon Heights is a short yet steep half-mile loop hike that leads to a couple of Western North Carolina’s best mountain overlooks.
Lee Rankin from Apple Hill Farm in Banner Elk
Lee Rankin is the person behind Apple Hill Farm in Banner Elk and a wonderful person, who I hope you’ll get to meet someday.