High Thrills in the High Country
A lot of people look to the High Country as a place to relax and unwind, and it’s certainly an ideal location for kicking back. By Arielle Patterson, with updates by Julie Matthews However, others are born with a yearning for adventure, and it’s these people who look to the High Country as a place to […]
Capture the Mountains
Meet Photographer Leslie Restivo and the Beautiful places in High Country’s Mountains Throughout the Seasons By Julie Matthews / Photo above courtesy of Leslie Restivo We are beyond grateful to professional photographer Leslie Restivo for allowing us to feature her images once again as the cover photography of the High Country Visitors Guide. As a […]
Music in the Mountains 2026
The music scene in North Carolina’s High Country is hot all year long, even when the temperatures outside are at their lowest.
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.
Horseback Riding in Banner Elk
Banner Elk’s environment makes it a great destination for horseback riding.
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!
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.
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