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.
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We’ve been visiting North Carolina’s High Country for years, exploring Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk, and other wonderful places in Northwestern NC.
Here are some of our favorite weekend things to do in Blowing Rock and beyond, since we’ve been through the area more than a few times.
At Chetola Resort, natural beauty and world-class accommodations come together to form one of our absolute favorite places to stay in North Carolina.
Moses Cone Memorial Park (near Blowing Rock and Boone) is a High Country tribute to one of North Carolina‘s most successful entrepreneurs. Originally dubbed Flat Top Manor, the home was built for the famed “Denim King” Moses Cone and his wife Bertha as a summer retreat. Today, the home and its surroundings are preserved as … Read More
Here are all the things to do in Boone during any weekend, mixing food, outdoor fun, and attractions beyond the town’s limits.
Some of North Carolina’s most gorgeous waterfalls sit near the towns of Boone, Blowing Rock, and Banner Elk in the High Country.
Winter in Boone is a special time, thanks to great events, winter sports (including snow tubing and skiing), indoor activities, and more High Country NC fun!
Picking among all the Blowing Rock restaurants can be tough, because there are so many good ones! That’s why we’ve compiled a list of our favorites.
Rough Ridge Trail is one of the fastest and most satisfying hikes on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Here’s everything you need to know about it.
The Blowing Rock is one of North Carolina’s oldest tourist attractions, known for the glorious views and more fun that await.