Top October 2025 Events in the High Country
Mark Your Calendar for these October Events in the High Country
Welcome to North Carolina’s High Country
Refresh in North Carolina’s High Country
Destination: Banner Elk
Artsy Summers, Colorful Autumns & Snowy Winters
Destination: Valle Crucis
Rustic, Rural Charm and Rich History
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.
Fly Fishing
Cast a Line in the Waters of the High Country
Leave Only Footprints
8 Park Etiquette Rules for Responsible Outdoor Recreation
Escape to High Country: Where Every Season is a Story
Imagine waking up to crisp mountain air, the scent of pine needles filling your senses.
Get Outside in Banner Elk
Banner Elk offers a diverse range of outdoor activities for all seasons.
Tweetsie Railroad Rides
April 5, 2025: Opening Day. Perfect for the whole family, and children of all ages.
Tweetsie Christmas 2025
Nov. 28-Dec 30, 2025: On select evenings, Tweetsie Railroad transforms into a winter wonderland
Tweetsie Railroad Deer Park Zoo
April 5 – Oct 2025: Interact with Animals at Tweetsie Railroad
Planning a Ski Trip to Blowing Rock
Before you hit the slopes, here are some tips on how to plan a family ski trip to Blowing Rock.
Tracking Slope Conditions in Boone
To make sure the slope conditions are just right, you’ll want to keep track of them depending on which ski resort near Boone you decide to visit.
High Country Restaurants
Places to eat out while on vacation or a local out and about town