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Category: High Country

High Country Hiking Trails

The High Country has hundreds of miles of hiking trails to explore with varying lengths, terrain and difficulties.

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.

Protecting High Country’s Wildlife

Wildlife Rescue Centers & Programs By Julie Matthews Western North Carolina is a nature-rich destination home to a wide variety of wildlife species including black bears, elk, eagles, river otters and many more. The region has a number of wildlife-focused organizations and programs that educate the community about species in the area and help care […]

Elk Knob State Park

Trail to the summit of Elk Knob.

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.

Embrace the Cozy Winter Magic of the High Country

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The North Carolina High Country, a trio of mountain towns that includes Boone, Banner Elk, and Blowing Rock, doesn’t just endure winter—it transforms into a landscape of postcard-perfect charm.