Ski Resorts in the High Country

ski resorts in Boone, ski resorts in Banner Elk, ski resorts in Blowing Rock

Skiing in Boone is an incredible experience and these nationally-recognized ski resorts make the experience even more memorable.

Picture Perfect

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Seven of the Most Instagram-Worthy Sights and Landmarks in the High Country

Discover the Distinctive Shops of the High Country

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Shopping in the High Country In the High Country, you’ll find it’s easy to shop a century-old general  store and chic new boutique in the same trip. From the vibrant downtown shops of Boone to antiques in Blowing Rock and beyond, a getaway in the High Country is not complete without a keepsake from your […]

North Carolina Trout Fishing

Trout fishing in the High Country

Catching Mountain Trout in the High Country By John M. Aydlett, North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services The trout has been mythicized and immortalized by innumerable writers, outdoor sports editors and most fly-fishing storytellers. There are those who believe the only way to enjoy the gastronomical pleasures of trout is to pull one […]