High Country Articles
Stay in the know on all the High Country area attractions, things to do, rainy day activities, food, shopping plus much more!

Top 5 October 2023 Events in the High Country
Mark Your Calendar for these October Events in the High Country

Sugar Mountain Oktoberfest 2023
Oct. 7-8, 2023: Don’t Miss Sugar Mountain’s Fall Celebration

Top 5 September Events in the High Country 2023
Mark Your Calendar for these 2023 September Events in the High Country

Tweetsie Railroad Ghost Train 2023
Sept. 22-Oct. 28, 2023: Tweetsie Railroad transforms into a haunted attraction

Waterfalls with Fairly Easy Access
One amazing perk of mountain life is the abundance of waterfalls

Horseback Riding in Banner Elk
Banner Elk’s environment makes it a great destination for horseback riding.


Mountain Scenery and Culinary Excellence in the High Country
Treat your taste buds to a new adventure by indulging in some of the High Country’s local fare.

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.

Music in the Mountains 2023
The music scene in North Carolina’s High Country is hot all year long, even when the temperatures outside are at their lowest.

Drinks for any Season
Try serving these spirited summer sips to guests or making them for yourself.

High Country Restaurants
Places to eat out while on vacation or a local out and about town

Gem Mining in the High Country
With lush forests, breathtaking mountain views and a diverse community of wildlife, the High Country is rich with beauty and excitement.

Art in the Park in Blowing Rock 2023
May-October 2023: Once a month, support local artists in downtown Blowing Rock!


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

