Elk Knob State Park
Elk Knob State Park is partially open for day-use activities following the impacts of Hurricane Helene, but certain areas remain closed due to storm damage.
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.
Destination: Banner Elk
Artsy Summers, Colorful Autumns & Snowy Winters
Welcome to North Carolina’s High Country
Refresh in North Carolina’s High Country
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
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 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
Sugar Mountain, Sweet in All Four Seasons
The mile-high resort Village of Sugar Mountain, North Carolina, is certainly a sweet spot for adventures and relaxation year-round.