Where to View the Fall Colors in Banner Elk

When you visit Banner Elk during fall, be sure to take in the views from these locations.
High Country Fall Colors

Your Guide to Seeing the High Country Fall Foliage
Where to View the Fall Colors in Boone

Fall is a popular time of year to visit Boone. The cool crisp air is great for outdoor activities and the view is incredible.
High Country’s Best Attractions & Activities

Beyond the delectable dining and delightful sips, the High Country is a vibrant tapestry of attractions and activities, just waiting to be explored!
High Country’s Best Restaurants

High Country Eats & Treats: Your Ultimate Guide to Mountain Living!
Appalachian Mountain Brewery

Appalachian Mountain Brewery aims to serve the community in more ways than just pouring a pint.
Moving Forward After the Storm

The High Country community has banded together and reopened for business since the havoc Hurricane Helene wreaked in September 2024.
Music in the Mountains 2025

The music scene in North Carolina’s High Country is hot all year long, even when the temperatures outside are at their lowest.
Gem Mining A Modern Day Treasure Hunt

A Modern Day Treasure Hunt
Destination: West Jefferson

Escape the hustle and embrace a relaxed pace in West Jefferson
Destination: Valle Crucis

Rustic, Rural Charm and Rich History
Middle Fork Greenway

Naturally Connecting the Communities of the High Country By Julie Matthews The Middle Fork Greenway, a Blue Ridge Conservancy project, is a significant community endeavor in progress in North Carolina’s High Country. With the goal of “Connecting Blowing Rock to Boone Naturally,” the multi-use recreational trail is currently in development with initial segments already open […]
The Four Seasons of High Country

North Carolina’s High Country, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, is a place full of beauty, adventure and fun year-round.
Shopping in the High Country

Discover the Distinctive Shops of the High Country
A Taste of High Country Cuisine

Serving Up Mountain Scenery and Culinary Excellence