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Welcome to the Boone, North Carolina! Please use the Official Boone Area Visitor's Guide published by VistaGraphics, Inc. to help you plan your family vacation adventures during your North Carolina vacation. Come explore the Boone area for a true mountain experience like no other. From the majestic peaks of the Blue Ridge Mountains to the scenic vistas of the Blue Ridge Parkway, you will delight in the splendor of nature's beauty. Discover your family vacation in the High Country of North Carolina.
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800-852-9506ExploreBoonecom
2016 OFFICIAL BOONE AREA VISITORS GUIDE
STEPOUTSIDE
YOURSELF
WELCOME TO BOONE NC
Are you ready for a true mountain adventure like no other From the breathtaking vistas of the Blue Ridge Parkway to the inviting forests and streams of the Blue
Ridge Mountains Boone gives you a million ways to step away from your everyday routine and step outside yourself While it is the hub of commerce in North Carolinarsquos High
Country the main streets of downtown Boone have retained the nostalgic feel of the townrsquos early days Our shops restaurants galleries and boutiques give downtown Boone an old-fashioned feel while the architectural buildings of Appalachian State University serve as a modern backdrop for this vibrant mountain town Therersquos even a 40-foot climbing wall in the middle of downtown So when we say therersquos adventure waiting around every corner we mean it In Boone accommodations span the price range There are
romantic bed amp breakfasts situated in bustling villages and secluded in mountain valleys Luxurious modern hotels are conveniently located throughout the area Our wide variety of mountain cabins cottages and condos provide the comforts and conveniences of home while immersing you in distinctly different surroundings No matter where you stay yoursquoll experience the mountain hospitality that keeps people coming back for generations
Airports Servicing the Boone AreaCharlotte
Douglas (CLT)2 Hours
Greensboro Triad (GSO)
2 Hours
Tri-Cities TN (TRI)
15 Hours
Asheville NC (AVL)
2 Hours
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Distances From Surrounding CitiesCITY DISTANCE TIME
Charlotte NC 102 miles 2 hours
Raleigh NC 192 miles 3 hrs 15 mins
Greensboro NC 114 miles 2 hours
Greenville SC 158 miles 2 hrs 49 mins
Columbia SC 185 miles 35 hours
Atlanta GA 301 miles 5 hrs 10 mins
Roanoke VA 185 miles 3 hrs 6 mins
Knoxville TN 160 miles 3 hours
ColumbiaAtlanta
Roanoke
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321 4077
22140
40
GreensboroGreensboro
Winston-SalemWinston-SalemBooneBoone
Raleigh
CharlotteAsheville
Raleigh
CharlotteAsheville
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SPRING IN BOONE
As winter melts into spring our mountains begin their annual awakening and renewal One of the nationrsquos most
unique ecosystems explodes in blooms on the Blue Ridge Parkway Explore trails and valleys for rare birds and scenic vistas unhidden by summer leaves In fact Grandfather Mountain is home to one of the most diverse bird breeding grounds in the US
The melting snow and occasional spring showers enhance the flow of our rivers and mountain streams making this a good time for waterfall viewing canoeing and kayaking April ushers in the start of Trout season for one of the best fly fishing destinations in the southeast The Boone arearsquos miles of scenic pristine rivers and streams are a magnet for anglers in search of trout Professional outfitters can guide you to secret spots for a memorable day of casting from the shore wading in the rapids or floating with the flow
April also means the start of great events in the Boone area including MerleFest one of the Southeastrsquos top music festivals in nearby Wilkesboro and the four-day SAVOR Blowing Rock featuring winemakersrsquo dinners May brings the return of Boonersquos free Friday afternoon ldquoConcerts on the Lawnrdquo at the Jones
House And you can hear that distinctive sound of Tweetsiersquos steam whistle signaling the seasonal opening of the Tweetsie Railroad Theme Park where kids of all ages can take a ride on an authentic narrow-gauge steam locomotive
Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
March 51˚ 31˚
April 63˚ 40˚
May 70˚ 48˚
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Schoolrsquos out the weather is nice and the mountains beckon With an average daytime high of 78 degrees and cool evening breezes itrsquos the perfect season to
visit the Boone area Families will appreciate the diversity of outdoor adventure like golf hiking cycling horseback riding fishing ziplining rock-climbing and a variety of water activities Enjoy whitewater rafting canoeing and kayaking or
perhaps a leisurely inner tube float on world-class rivers If you like mountain biking you will love
Rocky Knob Park our 185-acre mountain bike park with 85 miles of stacked loop trails bike skills areas a pump track picnic pavilion and natural playground
Explore the past at Hickory Ridge Living History Museum and see how early settlers adapted to mountain life in the late 1700s Then stroll through the nearby Daniel Boone Native Gardens to view more than 150 native species of plants
From mid-June to early July native Rhododendrons put on a spectacular show of blossoms around the area
If you are looking for events the Appalachian Summer Festival Grandfather
Mountain Highland Games and Boonersquos ldquoHorn in the Westrdquo (the nationrsquos third longest running
outdoor drama) anchor a summer full of festivals and events And while yoursquore here donrsquot forget to visit our nationally known attractions like Tweetsie Railroad and Grandfather Mountain
Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
June 76˚ 55˚
July 78˚ 58˚
August 77˚ 58˚
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SUMMER IN BOONE
FALL IN BOONE
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From the stunning vistas of the Blue Ridge Parkway to the peaceful beauty of
Valle Crucis the Boone area is a blaze of color during leaf season The spectacular color palette against a Carolina blue sky is world famous Fall also features the excitement of Appalachian State Mountaineer football arts amp craft shows and signature events like the Boone Heritage Festival the Valle Country Fair and the Woolly Worm Festival
Fall is the perfect time for a pre-holiday shopping trip to Boone With the Original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis Tanger Outlets antique stores and specialty shops in quaint downtowns you will find something for everyone on your list The Boone area is famous for its Fraser Fir Christmas trees and our large concentration of ldquochoose amp cutrdquo tree farms So step away from the artificial trees and bring the family to Boone to pick out your farm fresh Christmas tree this year You donrsquot even have to bring a saw Pick out the perfect tree and the farm staff will cut it net it and secure it to your vehicle Many of the area farms offer hayrides music hot chocolate and apple cider to further enhance the experience And if itrsquos cold enough to make snow many of the area ski resorts open in late November and offer great early ski season deals
Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
September 71˚ 52˚
October 63˚ 41˚
November 53˚ 32˚
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With three area ski resorts (Appalachian Ski Mountain Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain) all within a 20 mile radius Boone is considered the ski capital
of the South This year Sugar Mountain Resort will open a new high-speed six passenger chairlift that will take you to their 5300-foot peak in five minutes In the Boone area snow making technology just keeps getting better so slope conditions stay more consistent Bring your own equipment or rent everything when you get here Need a lesson No problem Appalachian Ski Mountain is home to the French Swiss Ski School the best known ski school in the Southeast where they have taught over a million people from ages 4 to 88 how to ski In addition to downhill skiing winter activities include snowboarding ice skating sledding snowshoeing cross country skiing and snow tubing The Boone area is home to Hawksnest Snow Tubing one of the largest snow tubing operations on the East Coast with 30 lanes and even winter ziplining if conditions allow
After your day of winter fun cozy up by the fire check out our local breweries or enjoy one of our signature restaurants for a warm hearty meal Winter in the mountains is a magical time The people of Boone are warm and friendly and invite you to come and enjoy just the right amount of adventure
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Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
December 45˚ 26˚
January 42˚ 23˚
February 44˚ 24˚
WINTER IN BOONE
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SUPER 8 2419 NC 105 BOONE NC 28607PHONE 828-264-4133
SLEEP INN BOONE NC163 HWY 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-0020
bull Newly Renovatedbull CableSatellite TVbull Free Local Callsbull In-Room Coffee Makerbull Free Wireless High-Speed Internet bull And Morebull Located only one mile from
Appalachian State University
WWWVISITBOONECOM
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES165 NC 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-1234
bull Newly Renovatedbull Free High-Speed Internetbull Refrigerators bull Microwave Ovensbull Select rooms feature fireplaces and whirlpool tubsbull Queen or king beds offer
Tempur-Pedic Dream Spa mattressesbull Large 1400 sq ft conference center and pet friendly
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Award winning Courtyard by Marriott in the heart of Boone
Heated indoor pool fitness center and hot tub
Beautiful outdoor Courtyard with cozy fire pit
Spacious guest rooms and suites plus 1000 square feet of meeting space
Free enhanced Wi-Fi access and amp flat screen HD-TV in guest rooms
The Bistro on-site restaurant and bar open for breakfast amp dinner
24-Hour Starbucks and Market
Smoke free environment
1050 Highway 105 Boone North Carolina 28607
1-828-265-7676 | wwwmarriottcomhkybn
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bull Indoor Pool bull Free High-Speed Internet
bull Complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffet
bull The hotel is located within easy reach of Appalachian State University Grandfather Mountain the best ski slopes in the area and other attractions
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES BY CARLSON818 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-264-4234
QUALITY INN AND SUITES840 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-266-1100
bull Free Hot Breakfast
bull Guest Rooms amp Suites bull Cable Satellite TV
bull High-Speed Internet bull Free Parking
bull Indoor Heated Swimming Pool
bull Meeting Space amp Board Room
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bull One mile to ASU
bull All rooms are Suites
bull Microwave Refrigerator Sleeper Sofa
bull Complimentary ldquoSavory Startsrdquo Breakfast
bull Large Indoor Pool and Game Room
1184 Highway 105
8282680099
bull Only two miles to ASU
bull Walk to a variety of restaurants
bull Indoor Pool amp Fitness Room
bull Complimentary Breakfast
1184 Highway 105
8282680099
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PLACES TO STAYHOTELS amp MOTELS
ALPEN ACRES MOTEL(888) 297-7981318 Old Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwalpenacrescomLocated on scenic hilltop 14 mile from Blue Ridge Parkway Separate chalet for 2 AAA-approved
BAYMONT INN amp SUITES(828) 264-00771075 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwbaymontinnscom100 nonsmoking rooms Free continental Breakfast free internet HBO Heated indoor Pool and spa
BOONE TRAIL MOTEL (828) 264-8839275 E King Street Boone NC 28607Near Danrsquol Boone Inn and ASU Picnic area Apartments sleep 8
COMFORT SUITES(866) 854-5959 bull (828) 268-00991184 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES(828) 264-4234 bull (800) 596-2375818 E King Street Boone NC 28607wwwcountryinnscomJacuzzi suites and two-room suites available Indoor heated pool whirlpool and fitness center
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT(828) 265-76761050 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwmarriottcomBoones newest hotel the Marriott Courtyard with 100 rooms opened in January 2012 The new state-of-the-art lobby at Courtyard provides greater flexibility and choices for our guests Suites and meeting room also available
FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES(828) 268-0677 bull (866) 871-7425 2060 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607 wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar Meeting space for 20-100 people
GREENErsquoS MOTEL(828) 264-88451377 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607Large well-furnished rooms with scenic views private balconies
HIDDEN VALLEY MOTEL (828) 963-43728725 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607wwwhiddenvalleymotelcomSmall family run motel attractive gardens near attractions and skiing
HIGHLAND HILLS MOTEL (828) 264-2277 bull (800) 948-5276wwwhighlandhillscabinscomCottages rooms units with Jacuzzi wireless Internet Cabins sleep up to 11 people
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS (828) 264-2451 bull (888) SEE-MTNS1943 Blowing Rock Road Boone NC wwwexpressboonecom Close to area attractions and ASU Bridal amp executive suites with Jacuzzi In-room coffee and exercise facility
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES(828) 262-1234 165 Hwy 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwLQcomBeautiful mountain lodge featuring indoor pool hot tub exercise room and high speed wireless Internet Suites with Jacuzzi tub and some with fireplaces Meeting facility will hold up to 250 people Pet Friendly
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888SEEMTNS expressboonecom
1943 blowing rock roadboone nc 28607
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QUALITY INN amp SUITES (828) 266-1100 bull 840 E King Street Boone wwwchoicehotelscomnorth-carolinaboonequality-inn-hotelsnc790 Close to downtown Boone and across from shopping and theater Free hot breakfast and indoor pool Pet Friendly
SLEEP INN(828) 262-0020 163 Highway 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwsleepinncomFree continental breakfast heated outdoor pool game room high speed Internet access Close to downtown Boone and ASU
SMOKETREE LODGE(800) 422-1880 bull (828) 963-650511914 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsmoketree-lodgecomBetween Boone amp Banner Elk Fully furnished condos with cable TV jacuzzi sauna game room
SUPER 8 MOTEL OF BOONE(828) 264-4133 bull (800) 560-59422419 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwsuper8boonecomComplimentary continental breakfast free local calls hair dryers senior discounts fax service available elevators indoor pool
BED amp BREAKFASTSCAROLINA MOUNTAIN LODGE(831) 601-7820 467 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC 28607wwwcarolinamountainlodgecomCarolina Mountain Lodge is a newly opened bed and breakfast and offers 5 luxurious uniquely themed guest rooms It is only 5 minutes away from the Blue Ridge Parkway and 12 minutes from downtown Boone
INN AT LITTLE POND(828) 297-1011 208 Valle Cay Dr Valle Crucis NC 28692 wwwncinncomThis enchanting inn a sophisticated country house with exceptional style and quiet simplicity is nestled amidst a pine grove and pastoral mountain meadow The innkeepers have put charm back into everyday life at this classic 1900 farmhouse filling it with a sense of conviviality and warmth
LAZY BEAR LODGE (828) 963-9201 315 Lazy Bear Trail Vilas NC 28691 wwwlazy-bear-lodgecomA bed amp breakfast retreat situated in beautiful Valle Crucis The lodge is only minutes from Boone Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway and offers large comfortable porches sweeping panoramic mountain views and plenty of privacy
LOVILL HOUSE INN B amp B(800) 849-9466 bull (828) 264-4204404 Old Bristol Road Boone NC 28607wwwlovillhouseinncomExperience the ultimate in AAA Four-Diamond Award amenities services and hospitality at this historic six-guest room farmhouse BampB on eleven wooded acres in Boone Less than one mile from ASU campus shopping and dining Mid-week business rates available Children over 12 welcome Non-smoking environment
THE MAST FARM INN(888) 963-5857 bull (828) 963-58572543 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwMastFarmInncomLocated in Valle Crucis NC the inn is a reknowned full service bed amp breakfast The 1800s farmhouse is on the National Register of Historic Places and offers guest rooms private getaway cottages fine dining and great wines
MOUNTAINSIDE LODGE B amp B(828) 963-4006 bull (877) 687-43331709 Broadstone RdBanner Elk NC 28604wwwmountainsidelodgebbcom The utmost in southern hospitality along with spectacular mountain views and serenity awaits you at this rustic and elegantly designed log home The lodge offers a relaxing atmosphere spacious guest rooms with private baths a full homemade breakfast and more
404 Old Bristol Rd Boone NC | 1-800-849-9466 | wwwlovillhouseinncom
Experience genuine country hospitality in our historic farm house on 11 wooded acres in Boone Six guest rooms with private baths cable
TVs Wi-Fi AC fireplaces and phones Full breakfast included
2015 Excellence Award Winner
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THE TAYLOR HOUSE INN(800) 963-55814584 Hwy 194 S Banner Elk NC 28604wwwtaylorhouseinncomThe Taylor House Inn is a bed and breakfast known for offering romantic getaways hosting fabulous family reunions corporate retreats and some of the best weddings in Valle Crucis They have won multiple awards from bedampbreakfastcom and won a 2010 amazing customer service award from the Boone Area Chamber
VALLE CRUCIS BED amp BREAKFAST (828) 963-25252171 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwvallecrucisbandbcomThe Valle Crucis B amp B offers majestic views of the River Run Horse Farm and blends todayrsquos finest amenities for a mountain experience you wonrsquot soon forget Select a room in the main bed amp breakfast with breathtaking front porch views or relax in one of their uniquely decorated themed suites
CONFERENCECENTERS
ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 693 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingorgintl- meditation-center-usa
VALLE CRUCIS CONFERENCE CENTER(828) 963-4453146 Skiles Way Banner Elk NC 28604wwwhighsouthcomvallecrucisThe Valle Crucis Conference Center is a Year Round Retreat Facility Serving a Wide Range of Church Family and other Non-Profit Groups
RESORTS amp SPAS ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 639 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingretreatcenterorgRestful rooms with incredible views spa delicious vegetarian dining yoga and meditation available
CRESTWOOD(828) 963-66463236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone NC 28607 wwwcrestwoodnccomThe essence of an intimate country inn while offering all the indulgences of a grand resort A luxurious boutique resort gourmet restaurant and spa
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shulls Mill Road Boone NC 28607wwwhoundearscomA 750 acre lodge and luxury resort in a gated community Golf tennis heated pool dining room lounge
WESTGLOW RESORT amp SPA(800) 562-0807 bull (828) 295-4463224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwwestglowcomTravel and Leisure Magazinersquos Worldrsquos Best Awards Survey has named Westglow as ldquothe number two destination spa in the worldrdquo Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains the elegant Greek Revival mansion is the perfect place to renew mind body and spirit
BLOWING ROCK
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Y WILLOW VALLEY RESORT (828) 963-6551350 Bairds Creek Road Vilas NC 28692wwwwillowvalley-resortcomCabins condos and chalets 9 hole par 3 golf course and tennis on site Located within 10 miles of Boone Blowing Rock Valle Crucis and ASU
YONAHLOSSEE RESORT amp CLUB (800) 962-1986 bull (828) 963-6400226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607wwwyonahlosseecomA natural resort where families gather and couples celebrate Offering intimate inn rooms cozy cottages and elegant vacation home rentals in the heart of the mountains Indoor amp outdoor Tennis indoor pool fitness center and fine dining at the Gamekeeper Restaurant
CAMPGROUNDSBLUE BEAR MOUNTAIN CAMP(828) 406-4226196 Blue Bear Mountain RdTodd NC 28684wwwbluebearmountaincom
BOONE KOA(828) 264-7250123 Harmony Mountain LaneBoone NC 28607wwwkoacomcampgroundsbooneOpen May 1 - Oct 31
FLINTLOCK FAMILY CAMPGROUND(888) 850-9997171 Flintlock Campground DriveBoone NC 28607wwwflintlockcampgroundcomOpen April-October
GRANDFATHER CAMPGROUND(800) 788-2582 bull (828) 355-4535Highway 105 near Foscoe NCwwwgrandfatherrvcomOpen year round
HONEY BEAR CAMPGROUND (828) 963-4586229 Honey Bear Campground RoadBoone NC 28607wwwhoneybearcampgroundcom
VANDERPOOL CAMPGROUND(828) 297-3486120 Campground Road Vilas NC 28692wwwvanderpoolcampgroundcomOpen Year-round
CABINS COTTAGES amp CONDOS
5 BOYS RETREATwwwvrbocom433105
A AND W MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 898-9188wwwaandwrentalscom
A BEARrsquoS DEN(704) 258-4665107 Apple Ridge Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwabearsdencom
A STARRY NIGHT LODGE(704) 619-5401216 Veronica Way Vilas NC 28692wwwvrbocom444251
ADArsquoS COTTAGES(828) 295-7983wwwvrbocom335490
ADLERHORST(919) 802-4924Boone Areawwwmountaincabinnccom
ANDERSON REALTY amp RENTALS(828) 262-0043184 N Water Street 13 Boone NC 28607wwwrentourcabinscom
ANDREArsquoS CABINS(828) 964-9005wwwandreascabinscom
APPALACHIAN LOG CABIN RENTALS(919) 625-1197160 Sassyfrass Lane Boone NC 28607wwwappalachianlogcabincom
APPALACHIAN SKI MTN LODGING(828) 295-7828940 Ski Mountain RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605 wwwappskimtncom
APPALACHIAN SUNSET CABIN(704) 607-8910165 Sunset Springs DrBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwvrbocom408243
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AROUND THE BEND CABIN(954) 570-9256Boone Areawwwvrbocom126989
ASHEMORE LUXURY RENTALS(828) 963-7310120 Honey Bear Campground RdBoone NC 28607wwwBooneLuxuryRentalscom
AT YOUR WITS END VACATION RENTALS(800) 774-3493 bull (828) 264-3535719 Greenway Rd Boone NC 28607wwwwitsendrentalscom
AUNT BIRDIErsquoS PLACE(828) 295-0988wwwvrbocom469820
BANNER ELK MOUNTAIN CABINS(828) 387-1209wwwbannerelkmtncabinscom
BEAR TREE CABINValle Crucis NCwwwvrbocom137753
BERRY HILL COTTAGE(919) 772-7166Ka4puvcomberryhillhtml
BEULAHLAND CABINS(828) 963-3443 bull (800) 990-8209 632 N Pine Run Road Boone NC 28607wwwbeulahlandcabinscom
BIRDSONG LOG CABIN RENTALS(704) 906-0856328 Shores Way Boone NC 28607wwwbirdsongcabincom
BLOWING ROCK MOUNTAIN VIEW DUPLEX(828) 295-3763 bull (877) 237-3763149 Old Johnrsquos River RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605
BLOWING ROCK PROPERTIES(800) 849-01471059 Main St Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockmountaincabinscom
BLOWING ROCK RESORT RENTALS(828) 295-9899 bull (866)-800-9899232 Ransom StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockresortrentalscom
BLUE RIDGE BLISSwwwvrbocom494656
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN LODGE(828) 310-1880 or (828) 310-6600wwwblueridgemountainlodgecom
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN RENTALS(800) 237-7975 (828) 295-74007595 Valley RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblueridgerentalscom
BLUE RIDGE VACATION CABINS(828) 963-2393 bull (866) 880-1372120 Honey Bear Campground Road Boone NC 28607wwwblueridgevacationcabinscom
BOONE CABIN RENTALS(828) 262-0978 bull (800) 282-25071460 Snaggy Mtn BlvdBoone NC 28607wwwboonecabinscom
BOONE VACATION CABINS (828) 964-0430175 Bairdrsquos Drive Boone NC 28607wwwboonevacationcabinscom
BROADSTONE COTTAGE(828) 406-00672756 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis NCwwwbroadstonecottagecom
BROOKWOOD CABIN(912) 658-2575wwwvrbocom273535
CAROLINA CABIN RENTALS(828) 295-6000 197 Old US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwcarolinacabinrentalscom
CHALET ALPINE(704) 839-3343wwwvrbocom507853
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Y CHEADLE CHALET(336) 765-0900 512 Deer Run Deep Gap NC 28618 wwwvrbocom92962
CREEKSIDE COTTAGE(919) 622-4943144 Spice Apple WayBanner Elk NC 28604wwwgrandfathermountaincabinscom
DAYrsquoS MOUNTAIN RETREAT(727) 580-5999wwwvrbocom311959
ELITE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES(828) 295-6861153 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwelitemountainpropertiescom
FALL CREEK VACATION RENTALS(336) 877-31311105 Fall Creek RoadFleetwood NC 28626wwwfallcreekvacationrentalscom
FAMILY LODGE(786) 210-4787wwwvrbocom3949230ha
FOSCOE RENTALS(800) 723-7341 bull (828) 963-8142133 Echota Pkwy Boone NC 28607 wwwfoscoerentalscom
GRANDFATHER CABINS(828) 355-4535 bull (800) 788-2582125 Profile View Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfatherrvcom
HEART OF THE HIGH COUNTRY REALTY(336) 877-25653899 Railroad Grade RoadTodd NC 28684wwwtoddcabinrentalscom
HEMLOCK RIDGE CABIN(888) 547-7598 bull (336) 998-5252 526 Spice Bottom TrailBanner Elk NC 28604wwwhemlockridgenccom
HIGH COUNTRY CABIN RENTALS(855) 651-48326236 Hwy 321 S Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwhccabinrentalscom
HIGH COUNTRY HIDE-AWAY(336) 926-3022wwwvrbocom45160
HOLTON MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 264-3644480 Hwy 105 ExtensionBoone NC 28607 wwwholtonmountainrentalscom
HOUND EARS RENTALS(828) 963-4301 328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Boone NC 28607 wwwhoundearscom
HUMMINGBIRD HILL CABIN VILLAGE (914) 455-3609 Boone NC wwwhummingbirdhillcabinscom
JENKINS RENTALS (800) 438-7803 bull (828) 295-9888452 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwjenkinsrentalscom
JUST BUILT LOG CABIN - HOWARD CREEK FALLS(828) 263-8349351 Doe Ridge Boone NC 28607
KILKELLY CABINS(828) 264-70763649 Jakes Mountain RoadBoone NC 28607wwwkilkellycabinscom
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MILL RIDGE VACATION RENTALS(828) 963-4900229 Clubhouse Drive Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwmillridgeresortscom
MOUNTAIN CREEK RETREAT (828) 898-9771 bull (828) 387-18463731 Winklers Creek Road Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwmountaincreekretreatcom
MOUNTAIN RETREATS REALTY (828) 963-6325 bull (800) 819-76474840 Highway 105 Suite 3 Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwncmountainretreatscom
MOUNTAIN SONG CABIN(828) 572-3257 139 Mountain Street Vilas NC 28692 wwwmountainsongcabincom
MOUNTAIN VIEW REALTY(828) 295-3554 bull (888) 245-7923960 Main StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwmountain-view-realtycom
MOUNTAINAIRE LOG CABINS(828) 295-7991wwwmountainaireinncomrustic-cabins
MT SINAI CABIN(704) 361-9729wwwvrbocom280893
OLD FARMHOUSE AT WILLET PONDS (828) 297-4653 bull (828) 297-95711601 Willet Miller RoadTodd NC 28684 wwwgoldencockerelcom
OWLrsquoS ROOST(336) 299-1851wwwvrbocom328149
PARKWAY CABINS (866) 679-3002 bull (828) 262-5024749 Turkey Knob Boone NC 28607wwwparkwaycabinscom
RIVERSIDE LOG CABIN RENTALS (828) 264-2792 bull (800) 774-3493129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwriversidelogcabinscom
SERENITY FALLS 9710 Elk Creek RoadDeep Gap NC 28618wwwserenity-fallscom
SHOOK CREEK CABIN(828) 963-0056614 Tom Shook RoadBanner Elk NC 28604 wwwvacationrentaldirectcomvacation-rentals7816htm
SONGBIRD CABIN(828) 964-6322Sugar Grove NCwwwsongbirdcabincom
SUGAR BEARrsquoS OVERLOOK CABIN(919) 468-9986Sugar Grove NC wwwfreewebscomsugarbearoverlookcabin
SWISS MOUNTAIN VILLAGE(828) 295-33732324 Flat Top RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwswissmountaincom
TAYLORrsquoS COZY RIVER(704) 437-1090wwwvrbocom616454
TROUTSONG(828) 773-62523149 Howardrsquos Creek RdBoone NC 28607wwwvrbocom123144
TWISTED LAUREL CABIN(919) 818-8249wwwvrbocom231107
VALLE CRUCIS LOG CABIN RENTALS(828) 963-77743657 Broadstone RoadValle Crucis NC 28691wwwlogcabinrentalscom
WHITE FENCE FARM ndash DOWNTOWN BOONE RENTAL(828) 964-6767270 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwwhitefencefarmrentalscomdowntown-boone-rental
WINGROVE MOUNTAIN CHALET(828) 963-6877 163 Moore Mtn Road Vilas NC 28692 wwwwingrovechaletcom
WINKLERrsquoS CREEK CABINS (828) 264-2863380 Indian Springs RunBoone NC 28607 wwwwinklerscreekcabinscom
WOLFrsquoS DEN(704) 906-6645wwwvrbocom435108
YONAHLOSSEE ACCOMMODATIONS (800) 962-1986226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607 wwwyonahlosseecom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
PLACES TO PLAY
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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Y THE CHILDRENrsquoS PLAYHOUSE(828) 263-0011400 Tracy Circle Boonewwwgoplayhouseorg
FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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WELCOME TO BOONE NC
Are you ready for a true mountain adventure like no other From the breathtaking vistas of the Blue Ridge Parkway to the inviting forests and streams of the Blue
Ridge Mountains Boone gives you a million ways to step away from your everyday routine and step outside yourself While it is the hub of commerce in North Carolinarsquos High
Country the main streets of downtown Boone have retained the nostalgic feel of the townrsquos early days Our shops restaurants galleries and boutiques give downtown Boone an old-fashioned feel while the architectural buildings of Appalachian State University serve as a modern backdrop for this vibrant mountain town Therersquos even a 40-foot climbing wall in the middle of downtown So when we say therersquos adventure waiting around every corner we mean it In Boone accommodations span the price range There are
romantic bed amp breakfasts situated in bustling villages and secluded in mountain valleys Luxurious modern hotels are conveniently located throughout the area Our wide variety of mountain cabins cottages and condos provide the comforts and conveniences of home while immersing you in distinctly different surroundings No matter where you stay yoursquoll experience the mountain hospitality that keeps people coming back for generations
Airports Servicing the Boone AreaCharlotte
Douglas (CLT)2 Hours
Greensboro Triad (GSO)
2 Hours
Tri-Cities TN (TRI)
15 Hours
Asheville NC (AVL)
2 Hours
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Distances From Surrounding CitiesCITY DISTANCE TIME
Charlotte NC 102 miles 2 hours
Raleigh NC 192 miles 3 hrs 15 mins
Greensboro NC 114 miles 2 hours
Greenville SC 158 miles 2 hrs 49 mins
Columbia SC 185 miles 35 hours
Atlanta GA 301 miles 5 hrs 10 mins
Roanoke VA 185 miles 3 hrs 6 mins
Knoxville TN 160 miles 3 hours
ColumbiaAtlanta
Roanoke
85
321 4077
22140
40
GreensboroGreensboro
Winston-SalemWinston-SalemBooneBoone
Raleigh
CharlotteAsheville
Raleigh
CharlotteAsheville
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SPRING IN BOONE
As winter melts into spring our mountains begin their annual awakening and renewal One of the nationrsquos most
unique ecosystems explodes in blooms on the Blue Ridge Parkway Explore trails and valleys for rare birds and scenic vistas unhidden by summer leaves In fact Grandfather Mountain is home to one of the most diverse bird breeding grounds in the US
The melting snow and occasional spring showers enhance the flow of our rivers and mountain streams making this a good time for waterfall viewing canoeing and kayaking April ushers in the start of Trout season for one of the best fly fishing destinations in the southeast The Boone arearsquos miles of scenic pristine rivers and streams are a magnet for anglers in search of trout Professional outfitters can guide you to secret spots for a memorable day of casting from the shore wading in the rapids or floating with the flow
April also means the start of great events in the Boone area including MerleFest one of the Southeastrsquos top music festivals in nearby Wilkesboro and the four-day SAVOR Blowing Rock featuring winemakersrsquo dinners May brings the return of Boonersquos free Friday afternoon ldquoConcerts on the Lawnrdquo at the Jones
House And you can hear that distinctive sound of Tweetsiersquos steam whistle signaling the seasonal opening of the Tweetsie Railroad Theme Park where kids of all ages can take a ride on an authentic narrow-gauge steam locomotive
Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
March 51˚ 31˚
April 63˚ 40˚
May 70˚ 48˚
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Schoolrsquos out the weather is nice and the mountains beckon With an average daytime high of 78 degrees and cool evening breezes itrsquos the perfect season to
visit the Boone area Families will appreciate the diversity of outdoor adventure like golf hiking cycling horseback riding fishing ziplining rock-climbing and a variety of water activities Enjoy whitewater rafting canoeing and kayaking or
perhaps a leisurely inner tube float on world-class rivers If you like mountain biking you will love
Rocky Knob Park our 185-acre mountain bike park with 85 miles of stacked loop trails bike skills areas a pump track picnic pavilion and natural playground
Explore the past at Hickory Ridge Living History Museum and see how early settlers adapted to mountain life in the late 1700s Then stroll through the nearby Daniel Boone Native Gardens to view more than 150 native species of plants
From mid-June to early July native Rhododendrons put on a spectacular show of blossoms around the area
If you are looking for events the Appalachian Summer Festival Grandfather
Mountain Highland Games and Boonersquos ldquoHorn in the Westrdquo (the nationrsquos third longest running
outdoor drama) anchor a summer full of festivals and events And while yoursquore here donrsquot forget to visit our nationally known attractions like Tweetsie Railroad and Grandfather Mountain
Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
June 76˚ 55˚
July 78˚ 58˚
August 77˚ 58˚
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SUMMER IN BOONE
FALL IN BOONE
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From the stunning vistas of the Blue Ridge Parkway to the peaceful beauty of
Valle Crucis the Boone area is a blaze of color during leaf season The spectacular color palette against a Carolina blue sky is world famous Fall also features the excitement of Appalachian State Mountaineer football arts amp craft shows and signature events like the Boone Heritage Festival the Valle Country Fair and the Woolly Worm Festival
Fall is the perfect time for a pre-holiday shopping trip to Boone With the Original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis Tanger Outlets antique stores and specialty shops in quaint downtowns you will find something for everyone on your list The Boone area is famous for its Fraser Fir Christmas trees and our large concentration of ldquochoose amp cutrdquo tree farms So step away from the artificial trees and bring the family to Boone to pick out your farm fresh Christmas tree this year You donrsquot even have to bring a saw Pick out the perfect tree and the farm staff will cut it net it and secure it to your vehicle Many of the area farms offer hayrides music hot chocolate and apple cider to further enhance the experience And if itrsquos cold enough to make snow many of the area ski resorts open in late November and offer great early ski season deals
Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
September 71˚ 52˚
October 63˚ 41˚
November 53˚ 32˚
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With three area ski resorts (Appalachian Ski Mountain Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain) all within a 20 mile radius Boone is considered the ski capital
of the South This year Sugar Mountain Resort will open a new high-speed six passenger chairlift that will take you to their 5300-foot peak in five minutes In the Boone area snow making technology just keeps getting better so slope conditions stay more consistent Bring your own equipment or rent everything when you get here Need a lesson No problem Appalachian Ski Mountain is home to the French Swiss Ski School the best known ski school in the Southeast where they have taught over a million people from ages 4 to 88 how to ski In addition to downhill skiing winter activities include snowboarding ice skating sledding snowshoeing cross country skiing and snow tubing The Boone area is home to Hawksnest Snow Tubing one of the largest snow tubing operations on the East Coast with 30 lanes and even winter ziplining if conditions allow
After your day of winter fun cozy up by the fire check out our local breweries or enjoy one of our signature restaurants for a warm hearty meal Winter in the mountains is a magical time The people of Boone are warm and friendly and invite you to come and enjoy just the right amount of adventure
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Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
December 45˚ 26˚
January 42˚ 23˚
February 44˚ 24˚
WINTER IN BOONE
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SUPER 8 2419 NC 105 BOONE NC 28607PHONE 828-264-4133
SLEEP INN BOONE NC163 HWY 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-0020
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Appalachian State University
WWWVISITBOONECOM
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES165 NC 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-1234
bull Newly Renovatedbull Free High-Speed Internetbull Refrigerators bull Microwave Ovensbull Select rooms feature fireplaces and whirlpool tubsbull Queen or king beds offer
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Award winning Courtyard by Marriott in the heart of Boone
Heated indoor pool fitness center and hot tub
Beautiful outdoor Courtyard with cozy fire pit
Spacious guest rooms and suites plus 1000 square feet of meeting space
Free enhanced Wi-Fi access and amp flat screen HD-TV in guest rooms
The Bistro on-site restaurant and bar open for breakfast amp dinner
24-Hour Starbucks and Market
Smoke free environment
1050 Highway 105 Boone North Carolina 28607
1-828-265-7676 | wwwmarriottcomhkybn
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COUNTRY INN AND SUITES BY CARLSON818 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-264-4234
QUALITY INN AND SUITES840 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-266-1100
bull Free Hot Breakfast
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1184 Highway 105
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bull Only two miles to ASU
bull Walk to a variety of restaurants
bull Indoor Pool amp Fitness Room
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1184 Highway 105
8282680099
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PLACES TO STAYHOTELS amp MOTELS
ALPEN ACRES MOTEL(888) 297-7981318 Old Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwalpenacrescomLocated on scenic hilltop 14 mile from Blue Ridge Parkway Separate chalet for 2 AAA-approved
BAYMONT INN amp SUITES(828) 264-00771075 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwbaymontinnscom100 nonsmoking rooms Free continental Breakfast free internet HBO Heated indoor Pool and spa
BOONE TRAIL MOTEL (828) 264-8839275 E King Street Boone NC 28607Near Danrsquol Boone Inn and ASU Picnic area Apartments sleep 8
COMFORT SUITES(866) 854-5959 bull (828) 268-00991184 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES(828) 264-4234 bull (800) 596-2375818 E King Street Boone NC 28607wwwcountryinnscomJacuzzi suites and two-room suites available Indoor heated pool whirlpool and fitness center
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT(828) 265-76761050 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwmarriottcomBoones newest hotel the Marriott Courtyard with 100 rooms opened in January 2012 The new state-of-the-art lobby at Courtyard provides greater flexibility and choices for our guests Suites and meeting room also available
FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES(828) 268-0677 bull (866) 871-7425 2060 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607 wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar Meeting space for 20-100 people
GREENErsquoS MOTEL(828) 264-88451377 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607Large well-furnished rooms with scenic views private balconies
HIDDEN VALLEY MOTEL (828) 963-43728725 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607wwwhiddenvalleymotelcomSmall family run motel attractive gardens near attractions and skiing
HIGHLAND HILLS MOTEL (828) 264-2277 bull (800) 948-5276wwwhighlandhillscabinscomCottages rooms units with Jacuzzi wireless Internet Cabins sleep up to 11 people
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS (828) 264-2451 bull (888) SEE-MTNS1943 Blowing Rock Road Boone NC wwwexpressboonecom Close to area attractions and ASU Bridal amp executive suites with Jacuzzi In-room coffee and exercise facility
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES(828) 262-1234 165 Hwy 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwLQcomBeautiful mountain lodge featuring indoor pool hot tub exercise room and high speed wireless Internet Suites with Jacuzzi tub and some with fireplaces Meeting facility will hold up to 250 people Pet Friendly
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QUALITY INN amp SUITES (828) 266-1100 bull 840 E King Street Boone wwwchoicehotelscomnorth-carolinaboonequality-inn-hotelsnc790 Close to downtown Boone and across from shopping and theater Free hot breakfast and indoor pool Pet Friendly
SLEEP INN(828) 262-0020 163 Highway 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwsleepinncomFree continental breakfast heated outdoor pool game room high speed Internet access Close to downtown Boone and ASU
SMOKETREE LODGE(800) 422-1880 bull (828) 963-650511914 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsmoketree-lodgecomBetween Boone amp Banner Elk Fully furnished condos with cable TV jacuzzi sauna game room
SUPER 8 MOTEL OF BOONE(828) 264-4133 bull (800) 560-59422419 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwsuper8boonecomComplimentary continental breakfast free local calls hair dryers senior discounts fax service available elevators indoor pool
BED amp BREAKFASTSCAROLINA MOUNTAIN LODGE(831) 601-7820 467 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC 28607wwwcarolinamountainlodgecomCarolina Mountain Lodge is a newly opened bed and breakfast and offers 5 luxurious uniquely themed guest rooms It is only 5 minutes away from the Blue Ridge Parkway and 12 minutes from downtown Boone
INN AT LITTLE POND(828) 297-1011 208 Valle Cay Dr Valle Crucis NC 28692 wwwncinncomThis enchanting inn a sophisticated country house with exceptional style and quiet simplicity is nestled amidst a pine grove and pastoral mountain meadow The innkeepers have put charm back into everyday life at this classic 1900 farmhouse filling it with a sense of conviviality and warmth
LAZY BEAR LODGE (828) 963-9201 315 Lazy Bear Trail Vilas NC 28691 wwwlazy-bear-lodgecomA bed amp breakfast retreat situated in beautiful Valle Crucis The lodge is only minutes from Boone Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway and offers large comfortable porches sweeping panoramic mountain views and plenty of privacy
LOVILL HOUSE INN B amp B(800) 849-9466 bull (828) 264-4204404 Old Bristol Road Boone NC 28607wwwlovillhouseinncomExperience the ultimate in AAA Four-Diamond Award amenities services and hospitality at this historic six-guest room farmhouse BampB on eleven wooded acres in Boone Less than one mile from ASU campus shopping and dining Mid-week business rates available Children over 12 welcome Non-smoking environment
THE MAST FARM INN(888) 963-5857 bull (828) 963-58572543 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwMastFarmInncomLocated in Valle Crucis NC the inn is a reknowned full service bed amp breakfast The 1800s farmhouse is on the National Register of Historic Places and offers guest rooms private getaway cottages fine dining and great wines
MOUNTAINSIDE LODGE B amp B(828) 963-4006 bull (877) 687-43331709 Broadstone RdBanner Elk NC 28604wwwmountainsidelodgebbcom The utmost in southern hospitality along with spectacular mountain views and serenity awaits you at this rustic and elegantly designed log home The lodge offers a relaxing atmosphere spacious guest rooms with private baths a full homemade breakfast and more
404 Old Bristol Rd Boone NC | 1-800-849-9466 | wwwlovillhouseinncom
Experience genuine country hospitality in our historic farm house on 11 wooded acres in Boone Six guest rooms with private baths cable
TVs Wi-Fi AC fireplaces and phones Full breakfast included
2015 Excellence Award Winner
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THE TAYLOR HOUSE INN(800) 963-55814584 Hwy 194 S Banner Elk NC 28604wwwtaylorhouseinncomThe Taylor House Inn is a bed and breakfast known for offering romantic getaways hosting fabulous family reunions corporate retreats and some of the best weddings in Valle Crucis They have won multiple awards from bedampbreakfastcom and won a 2010 amazing customer service award from the Boone Area Chamber
VALLE CRUCIS BED amp BREAKFAST (828) 963-25252171 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwvallecrucisbandbcomThe Valle Crucis B amp B offers majestic views of the River Run Horse Farm and blends todayrsquos finest amenities for a mountain experience you wonrsquot soon forget Select a room in the main bed amp breakfast with breathtaking front porch views or relax in one of their uniquely decorated themed suites
CONFERENCECENTERS
ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 693 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingorgintl- meditation-center-usa
VALLE CRUCIS CONFERENCE CENTER(828) 963-4453146 Skiles Way Banner Elk NC 28604wwwhighsouthcomvallecrucisThe Valle Crucis Conference Center is a Year Round Retreat Facility Serving a Wide Range of Church Family and other Non-Profit Groups
RESORTS amp SPAS ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 639 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingretreatcenterorgRestful rooms with incredible views spa delicious vegetarian dining yoga and meditation available
CRESTWOOD(828) 963-66463236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone NC 28607 wwwcrestwoodnccomThe essence of an intimate country inn while offering all the indulgences of a grand resort A luxurious boutique resort gourmet restaurant and spa
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shulls Mill Road Boone NC 28607wwwhoundearscomA 750 acre lodge and luxury resort in a gated community Golf tennis heated pool dining room lounge
WESTGLOW RESORT amp SPA(800) 562-0807 bull (828) 295-4463224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwwestglowcomTravel and Leisure Magazinersquos Worldrsquos Best Awards Survey has named Westglow as ldquothe number two destination spa in the worldrdquo Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains the elegant Greek Revival mansion is the perfect place to renew mind body and spirit
BLOWING ROCK
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Y WILLOW VALLEY RESORT (828) 963-6551350 Bairds Creek Road Vilas NC 28692wwwwillowvalley-resortcomCabins condos and chalets 9 hole par 3 golf course and tennis on site Located within 10 miles of Boone Blowing Rock Valle Crucis and ASU
YONAHLOSSEE RESORT amp CLUB (800) 962-1986 bull (828) 963-6400226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607wwwyonahlosseecomA natural resort where families gather and couples celebrate Offering intimate inn rooms cozy cottages and elegant vacation home rentals in the heart of the mountains Indoor amp outdoor Tennis indoor pool fitness center and fine dining at the Gamekeeper Restaurant
CAMPGROUNDSBLUE BEAR MOUNTAIN CAMP(828) 406-4226196 Blue Bear Mountain RdTodd NC 28684wwwbluebearmountaincom
BOONE KOA(828) 264-7250123 Harmony Mountain LaneBoone NC 28607wwwkoacomcampgroundsbooneOpen May 1 - Oct 31
FLINTLOCK FAMILY CAMPGROUND(888) 850-9997171 Flintlock Campground DriveBoone NC 28607wwwflintlockcampgroundcomOpen April-October
GRANDFATHER CAMPGROUND(800) 788-2582 bull (828) 355-4535Highway 105 near Foscoe NCwwwgrandfatherrvcomOpen year round
HONEY BEAR CAMPGROUND (828) 963-4586229 Honey Bear Campground RoadBoone NC 28607wwwhoneybearcampgroundcom
VANDERPOOL CAMPGROUND(828) 297-3486120 Campground Road Vilas NC 28692wwwvanderpoolcampgroundcomOpen Year-round
CABINS COTTAGES amp CONDOS
5 BOYS RETREATwwwvrbocom433105
A AND W MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 898-9188wwwaandwrentalscom
A BEARrsquoS DEN(704) 258-4665107 Apple Ridge Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwabearsdencom
A STARRY NIGHT LODGE(704) 619-5401216 Veronica Way Vilas NC 28692wwwvrbocom444251
ADArsquoS COTTAGES(828) 295-7983wwwvrbocom335490
ADLERHORST(919) 802-4924Boone Areawwwmountaincabinnccom
ANDERSON REALTY amp RENTALS(828) 262-0043184 N Water Street 13 Boone NC 28607wwwrentourcabinscom
ANDREArsquoS CABINS(828) 964-9005wwwandreascabinscom
APPALACHIAN LOG CABIN RENTALS(919) 625-1197160 Sassyfrass Lane Boone NC 28607wwwappalachianlogcabincom
APPALACHIAN SKI MTN LODGING(828) 295-7828940 Ski Mountain RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605 wwwappskimtncom
APPALACHIAN SUNSET CABIN(704) 607-8910165 Sunset Springs DrBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwvrbocom408243
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AROUND THE BEND CABIN(954) 570-9256Boone Areawwwvrbocom126989
ASHEMORE LUXURY RENTALS(828) 963-7310120 Honey Bear Campground RdBoone NC 28607wwwBooneLuxuryRentalscom
AT YOUR WITS END VACATION RENTALS(800) 774-3493 bull (828) 264-3535719 Greenway Rd Boone NC 28607wwwwitsendrentalscom
AUNT BIRDIErsquoS PLACE(828) 295-0988wwwvrbocom469820
BANNER ELK MOUNTAIN CABINS(828) 387-1209wwwbannerelkmtncabinscom
BEAR TREE CABINValle Crucis NCwwwvrbocom137753
BERRY HILL COTTAGE(919) 772-7166Ka4puvcomberryhillhtml
BEULAHLAND CABINS(828) 963-3443 bull (800) 990-8209 632 N Pine Run Road Boone NC 28607wwwbeulahlandcabinscom
BIRDSONG LOG CABIN RENTALS(704) 906-0856328 Shores Way Boone NC 28607wwwbirdsongcabincom
BLOWING ROCK MOUNTAIN VIEW DUPLEX(828) 295-3763 bull (877) 237-3763149 Old Johnrsquos River RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605
BLOWING ROCK PROPERTIES(800) 849-01471059 Main St Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockmountaincabinscom
BLOWING ROCK RESORT RENTALS(828) 295-9899 bull (866)-800-9899232 Ransom StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockresortrentalscom
BLUE RIDGE BLISSwwwvrbocom494656
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN LODGE(828) 310-1880 or (828) 310-6600wwwblueridgemountainlodgecom
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN RENTALS(800) 237-7975 (828) 295-74007595 Valley RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblueridgerentalscom
BLUE RIDGE VACATION CABINS(828) 963-2393 bull (866) 880-1372120 Honey Bear Campground Road Boone NC 28607wwwblueridgevacationcabinscom
BOONE CABIN RENTALS(828) 262-0978 bull (800) 282-25071460 Snaggy Mtn BlvdBoone NC 28607wwwboonecabinscom
BOONE VACATION CABINS (828) 964-0430175 Bairdrsquos Drive Boone NC 28607wwwboonevacationcabinscom
BROADSTONE COTTAGE(828) 406-00672756 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis NCwwwbroadstonecottagecom
BROOKWOOD CABIN(912) 658-2575wwwvrbocom273535
CAROLINA CABIN RENTALS(828) 295-6000 197 Old US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwcarolinacabinrentalscom
CHALET ALPINE(704) 839-3343wwwvrbocom507853
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Y CHEADLE CHALET(336) 765-0900 512 Deer Run Deep Gap NC 28618 wwwvrbocom92962
CREEKSIDE COTTAGE(919) 622-4943144 Spice Apple WayBanner Elk NC 28604wwwgrandfathermountaincabinscom
DAYrsquoS MOUNTAIN RETREAT(727) 580-5999wwwvrbocom311959
ELITE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES(828) 295-6861153 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwelitemountainpropertiescom
FALL CREEK VACATION RENTALS(336) 877-31311105 Fall Creek RoadFleetwood NC 28626wwwfallcreekvacationrentalscom
FAMILY LODGE(786) 210-4787wwwvrbocom3949230ha
FOSCOE RENTALS(800) 723-7341 bull (828) 963-8142133 Echota Pkwy Boone NC 28607 wwwfoscoerentalscom
GRANDFATHER CABINS(828) 355-4535 bull (800) 788-2582125 Profile View Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfatherrvcom
HEART OF THE HIGH COUNTRY REALTY(336) 877-25653899 Railroad Grade RoadTodd NC 28684wwwtoddcabinrentalscom
HEMLOCK RIDGE CABIN(888) 547-7598 bull (336) 998-5252 526 Spice Bottom TrailBanner Elk NC 28604wwwhemlockridgenccom
HIGH COUNTRY CABIN RENTALS(855) 651-48326236 Hwy 321 S Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwhccabinrentalscom
HIGH COUNTRY HIDE-AWAY(336) 926-3022wwwvrbocom45160
HOLTON MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 264-3644480 Hwy 105 ExtensionBoone NC 28607 wwwholtonmountainrentalscom
HOUND EARS RENTALS(828) 963-4301 328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Boone NC 28607 wwwhoundearscom
HUMMINGBIRD HILL CABIN VILLAGE (914) 455-3609 Boone NC wwwhummingbirdhillcabinscom
JENKINS RENTALS (800) 438-7803 bull (828) 295-9888452 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwjenkinsrentalscom
JUST BUILT LOG CABIN - HOWARD CREEK FALLS(828) 263-8349351 Doe Ridge Boone NC 28607
KILKELLY CABINS(828) 264-70763649 Jakes Mountain RoadBoone NC 28607wwwkilkellycabinscom
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MILL RIDGE VACATION RENTALS(828) 963-4900229 Clubhouse Drive Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwmillridgeresortscom
MOUNTAIN CREEK RETREAT (828) 898-9771 bull (828) 387-18463731 Winklers Creek Road Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwmountaincreekretreatcom
MOUNTAIN RETREATS REALTY (828) 963-6325 bull (800) 819-76474840 Highway 105 Suite 3 Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwncmountainretreatscom
MOUNTAIN SONG CABIN(828) 572-3257 139 Mountain Street Vilas NC 28692 wwwmountainsongcabincom
MOUNTAIN VIEW REALTY(828) 295-3554 bull (888) 245-7923960 Main StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwmountain-view-realtycom
MOUNTAINAIRE LOG CABINS(828) 295-7991wwwmountainaireinncomrustic-cabins
MT SINAI CABIN(704) 361-9729wwwvrbocom280893
OLD FARMHOUSE AT WILLET PONDS (828) 297-4653 bull (828) 297-95711601 Willet Miller RoadTodd NC 28684 wwwgoldencockerelcom
OWLrsquoS ROOST(336) 299-1851wwwvrbocom328149
PARKWAY CABINS (866) 679-3002 bull (828) 262-5024749 Turkey Knob Boone NC 28607wwwparkwaycabinscom
RIVERSIDE LOG CABIN RENTALS (828) 264-2792 bull (800) 774-3493129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwriversidelogcabinscom
SERENITY FALLS 9710 Elk Creek RoadDeep Gap NC 28618wwwserenity-fallscom
SHOOK CREEK CABIN(828) 963-0056614 Tom Shook RoadBanner Elk NC 28604 wwwvacationrentaldirectcomvacation-rentals7816htm
SONGBIRD CABIN(828) 964-6322Sugar Grove NCwwwsongbirdcabincom
SUGAR BEARrsquoS OVERLOOK CABIN(919) 468-9986Sugar Grove NC wwwfreewebscomsugarbearoverlookcabin
SWISS MOUNTAIN VILLAGE(828) 295-33732324 Flat Top RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwswissmountaincom
TAYLORrsquoS COZY RIVER(704) 437-1090wwwvrbocom616454
TROUTSONG(828) 773-62523149 Howardrsquos Creek RdBoone NC 28607wwwvrbocom123144
TWISTED LAUREL CABIN(919) 818-8249wwwvrbocom231107
VALLE CRUCIS LOG CABIN RENTALS(828) 963-77743657 Broadstone RoadValle Crucis NC 28691wwwlogcabinrentalscom
WHITE FENCE FARM ndash DOWNTOWN BOONE RENTAL(828) 964-6767270 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwwhitefencefarmrentalscomdowntown-boone-rental
WINGROVE MOUNTAIN CHALET(828) 963-6877 163 Moore Mtn Road Vilas NC 28692 wwwwingrovechaletcom
WINKLERrsquoS CREEK CABINS (828) 264-2863380 Indian Springs RunBoone NC 28607 wwwwinklerscreekcabinscom
WOLFrsquoS DEN(704) 906-6645wwwvrbocom435108
YONAHLOSSEE ACCOMMODATIONS (800) 962-1986226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607 wwwyonahlosseecom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
PLACES TO PLAY
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ExploreBooneExplore Boone Area
Explore Boone NC
Follow us on social media to share
photos of your favorite Boone adventures
and find ideas for your next getaway
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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ANNUAL EVENTS
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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Distances From Surrounding CitiesCITY DISTANCE TIME
Charlotte NC 102 miles 2 hours
Raleigh NC 192 miles 3 hrs 15 mins
Greensboro NC 114 miles 2 hours
Greenville SC 158 miles 2 hrs 49 mins
Columbia SC 185 miles 35 hours
Atlanta GA 301 miles 5 hrs 10 mins
Roanoke VA 185 miles 3 hrs 6 mins
Knoxville TN 160 miles 3 hours
ColumbiaAtlanta
Roanoke
85
321 4077
22140
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GreensboroGreensboro
Winston-SalemWinston-SalemBooneBoone
Raleigh
CharlotteAsheville
Raleigh
CharlotteAsheville
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SPRING IN BOONE
As winter melts into spring our mountains begin their annual awakening and renewal One of the nationrsquos most
unique ecosystems explodes in blooms on the Blue Ridge Parkway Explore trails and valleys for rare birds and scenic vistas unhidden by summer leaves In fact Grandfather Mountain is home to one of the most diverse bird breeding grounds in the US
The melting snow and occasional spring showers enhance the flow of our rivers and mountain streams making this a good time for waterfall viewing canoeing and kayaking April ushers in the start of Trout season for one of the best fly fishing destinations in the southeast The Boone arearsquos miles of scenic pristine rivers and streams are a magnet for anglers in search of trout Professional outfitters can guide you to secret spots for a memorable day of casting from the shore wading in the rapids or floating with the flow
April also means the start of great events in the Boone area including MerleFest one of the Southeastrsquos top music festivals in nearby Wilkesboro and the four-day SAVOR Blowing Rock featuring winemakersrsquo dinners May brings the return of Boonersquos free Friday afternoon ldquoConcerts on the Lawnrdquo at the Jones
House And you can hear that distinctive sound of Tweetsiersquos steam whistle signaling the seasonal opening of the Tweetsie Railroad Theme Park where kids of all ages can take a ride on an authentic narrow-gauge steam locomotive
Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
March 51˚ 31˚
April 63˚ 40˚
May 70˚ 48˚
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Schoolrsquos out the weather is nice and the mountains beckon With an average daytime high of 78 degrees and cool evening breezes itrsquos the perfect season to
visit the Boone area Families will appreciate the diversity of outdoor adventure like golf hiking cycling horseback riding fishing ziplining rock-climbing and a variety of water activities Enjoy whitewater rafting canoeing and kayaking or
perhaps a leisurely inner tube float on world-class rivers If you like mountain biking you will love
Rocky Knob Park our 185-acre mountain bike park with 85 miles of stacked loop trails bike skills areas a pump track picnic pavilion and natural playground
Explore the past at Hickory Ridge Living History Museum and see how early settlers adapted to mountain life in the late 1700s Then stroll through the nearby Daniel Boone Native Gardens to view more than 150 native species of plants
From mid-June to early July native Rhododendrons put on a spectacular show of blossoms around the area
If you are looking for events the Appalachian Summer Festival Grandfather
Mountain Highland Games and Boonersquos ldquoHorn in the Westrdquo (the nationrsquos third longest running
outdoor drama) anchor a summer full of festivals and events And while yoursquore here donrsquot forget to visit our nationally known attractions like Tweetsie Railroad and Grandfather Mountain
Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
June 76˚ 55˚
July 78˚ 58˚
August 77˚ 58˚
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SUMMER IN BOONE
FALL IN BOONE
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From the stunning vistas of the Blue Ridge Parkway to the peaceful beauty of
Valle Crucis the Boone area is a blaze of color during leaf season The spectacular color palette against a Carolina blue sky is world famous Fall also features the excitement of Appalachian State Mountaineer football arts amp craft shows and signature events like the Boone Heritage Festival the Valle Country Fair and the Woolly Worm Festival
Fall is the perfect time for a pre-holiday shopping trip to Boone With the Original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis Tanger Outlets antique stores and specialty shops in quaint downtowns you will find something for everyone on your list The Boone area is famous for its Fraser Fir Christmas trees and our large concentration of ldquochoose amp cutrdquo tree farms So step away from the artificial trees and bring the family to Boone to pick out your farm fresh Christmas tree this year You donrsquot even have to bring a saw Pick out the perfect tree and the farm staff will cut it net it and secure it to your vehicle Many of the area farms offer hayrides music hot chocolate and apple cider to further enhance the experience And if itrsquos cold enough to make snow many of the area ski resorts open in late November and offer great early ski season deals
Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
September 71˚ 52˚
October 63˚ 41˚
November 53˚ 32˚
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With three area ski resorts (Appalachian Ski Mountain Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain) all within a 20 mile radius Boone is considered the ski capital
of the South This year Sugar Mountain Resort will open a new high-speed six passenger chairlift that will take you to their 5300-foot peak in five minutes In the Boone area snow making technology just keeps getting better so slope conditions stay more consistent Bring your own equipment or rent everything when you get here Need a lesson No problem Appalachian Ski Mountain is home to the French Swiss Ski School the best known ski school in the Southeast where they have taught over a million people from ages 4 to 88 how to ski In addition to downhill skiing winter activities include snowboarding ice skating sledding snowshoeing cross country skiing and snow tubing The Boone area is home to Hawksnest Snow Tubing one of the largest snow tubing operations on the East Coast with 30 lanes and even winter ziplining if conditions allow
After your day of winter fun cozy up by the fire check out our local breweries or enjoy one of our signature restaurants for a warm hearty meal Winter in the mountains is a magical time The people of Boone are warm and friendly and invite you to come and enjoy just the right amount of adventure
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Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
December 45˚ 26˚
January 42˚ 23˚
February 44˚ 24˚
WINTER IN BOONE
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SUPER 8 2419 NC 105 BOONE NC 28607PHONE 828-264-4133
SLEEP INN BOONE NC163 HWY 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-0020
bull Newly Renovatedbull CableSatellite TVbull Free Local Callsbull In-Room Coffee Makerbull Free Wireless High-Speed Internet bull And Morebull Located only one mile from
Appalachian State University
WWWVISITBOONECOM
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES165 NC 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-1234
bull Newly Renovatedbull Free High-Speed Internetbull Refrigerators bull Microwave Ovensbull Select rooms feature fireplaces and whirlpool tubsbull Queen or king beds offer
Tempur-Pedic Dream Spa mattressesbull Large 1400 sq ft conference center and pet friendly
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Award winning Courtyard by Marriott in the heart of Boone
Heated indoor pool fitness center and hot tub
Beautiful outdoor Courtyard with cozy fire pit
Spacious guest rooms and suites plus 1000 square feet of meeting space
Free enhanced Wi-Fi access and amp flat screen HD-TV in guest rooms
The Bistro on-site restaurant and bar open for breakfast amp dinner
24-Hour Starbucks and Market
Smoke free environment
1050 Highway 105 Boone North Carolina 28607
1-828-265-7676 | wwwmarriottcomhkybn
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bull Indoor Pool bull Free High-Speed Internet
bull Complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffet
bull The hotel is located within easy reach of Appalachian State University Grandfather Mountain the best ski slopes in the area and other attractions
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES BY CARLSON818 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-264-4234
QUALITY INN AND SUITES840 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-266-1100
bull Free Hot Breakfast
bull Guest Rooms amp Suites bull Cable Satellite TV
bull High-Speed Internet bull Free Parking
bull Indoor Heated Swimming Pool
bull Meeting Space amp Board Room
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bull One mile to ASU
bull All rooms are Suites
bull Microwave Refrigerator Sleeper Sofa
bull Complimentary ldquoSavory Startsrdquo Breakfast
bull Large Indoor Pool and Game Room
1184 Highway 105
8282680099
bull Only two miles to ASU
bull Walk to a variety of restaurants
bull Indoor Pool amp Fitness Room
bull Complimentary Breakfast
1184 Highway 105
8282680099
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PLACES TO STAYHOTELS amp MOTELS
ALPEN ACRES MOTEL(888) 297-7981318 Old Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwalpenacrescomLocated on scenic hilltop 14 mile from Blue Ridge Parkway Separate chalet for 2 AAA-approved
BAYMONT INN amp SUITES(828) 264-00771075 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwbaymontinnscom100 nonsmoking rooms Free continental Breakfast free internet HBO Heated indoor Pool and spa
BOONE TRAIL MOTEL (828) 264-8839275 E King Street Boone NC 28607Near Danrsquol Boone Inn and ASU Picnic area Apartments sleep 8
COMFORT SUITES(866) 854-5959 bull (828) 268-00991184 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES(828) 264-4234 bull (800) 596-2375818 E King Street Boone NC 28607wwwcountryinnscomJacuzzi suites and two-room suites available Indoor heated pool whirlpool and fitness center
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT(828) 265-76761050 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwmarriottcomBoones newest hotel the Marriott Courtyard with 100 rooms opened in January 2012 The new state-of-the-art lobby at Courtyard provides greater flexibility and choices for our guests Suites and meeting room also available
FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES(828) 268-0677 bull (866) 871-7425 2060 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607 wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar Meeting space for 20-100 people
GREENErsquoS MOTEL(828) 264-88451377 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607Large well-furnished rooms with scenic views private balconies
HIDDEN VALLEY MOTEL (828) 963-43728725 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607wwwhiddenvalleymotelcomSmall family run motel attractive gardens near attractions and skiing
HIGHLAND HILLS MOTEL (828) 264-2277 bull (800) 948-5276wwwhighlandhillscabinscomCottages rooms units with Jacuzzi wireless Internet Cabins sleep up to 11 people
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS (828) 264-2451 bull (888) SEE-MTNS1943 Blowing Rock Road Boone NC wwwexpressboonecom Close to area attractions and ASU Bridal amp executive suites with Jacuzzi In-room coffee and exercise facility
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES(828) 262-1234 165 Hwy 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwLQcomBeautiful mountain lodge featuring indoor pool hot tub exercise room and high speed wireless Internet Suites with Jacuzzi tub and some with fireplaces Meeting facility will hold up to 250 people Pet Friendly
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888SEEMTNS expressboonecom
1943 blowing rock roadboone nc 28607
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QUALITY INN amp SUITES (828) 266-1100 bull 840 E King Street Boone wwwchoicehotelscomnorth-carolinaboonequality-inn-hotelsnc790 Close to downtown Boone and across from shopping and theater Free hot breakfast and indoor pool Pet Friendly
SLEEP INN(828) 262-0020 163 Highway 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwsleepinncomFree continental breakfast heated outdoor pool game room high speed Internet access Close to downtown Boone and ASU
SMOKETREE LODGE(800) 422-1880 bull (828) 963-650511914 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsmoketree-lodgecomBetween Boone amp Banner Elk Fully furnished condos with cable TV jacuzzi sauna game room
SUPER 8 MOTEL OF BOONE(828) 264-4133 bull (800) 560-59422419 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwsuper8boonecomComplimentary continental breakfast free local calls hair dryers senior discounts fax service available elevators indoor pool
BED amp BREAKFASTSCAROLINA MOUNTAIN LODGE(831) 601-7820 467 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC 28607wwwcarolinamountainlodgecomCarolina Mountain Lodge is a newly opened bed and breakfast and offers 5 luxurious uniquely themed guest rooms It is only 5 minutes away from the Blue Ridge Parkway and 12 minutes from downtown Boone
INN AT LITTLE POND(828) 297-1011 208 Valle Cay Dr Valle Crucis NC 28692 wwwncinncomThis enchanting inn a sophisticated country house with exceptional style and quiet simplicity is nestled amidst a pine grove and pastoral mountain meadow The innkeepers have put charm back into everyday life at this classic 1900 farmhouse filling it with a sense of conviviality and warmth
LAZY BEAR LODGE (828) 963-9201 315 Lazy Bear Trail Vilas NC 28691 wwwlazy-bear-lodgecomA bed amp breakfast retreat situated in beautiful Valle Crucis The lodge is only minutes from Boone Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway and offers large comfortable porches sweeping panoramic mountain views and plenty of privacy
LOVILL HOUSE INN B amp B(800) 849-9466 bull (828) 264-4204404 Old Bristol Road Boone NC 28607wwwlovillhouseinncomExperience the ultimate in AAA Four-Diamond Award amenities services and hospitality at this historic six-guest room farmhouse BampB on eleven wooded acres in Boone Less than one mile from ASU campus shopping and dining Mid-week business rates available Children over 12 welcome Non-smoking environment
THE MAST FARM INN(888) 963-5857 bull (828) 963-58572543 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwMastFarmInncomLocated in Valle Crucis NC the inn is a reknowned full service bed amp breakfast The 1800s farmhouse is on the National Register of Historic Places and offers guest rooms private getaway cottages fine dining and great wines
MOUNTAINSIDE LODGE B amp B(828) 963-4006 bull (877) 687-43331709 Broadstone RdBanner Elk NC 28604wwwmountainsidelodgebbcom The utmost in southern hospitality along with spectacular mountain views and serenity awaits you at this rustic and elegantly designed log home The lodge offers a relaxing atmosphere spacious guest rooms with private baths a full homemade breakfast and more
404 Old Bristol Rd Boone NC | 1-800-849-9466 | wwwlovillhouseinncom
Experience genuine country hospitality in our historic farm house on 11 wooded acres in Boone Six guest rooms with private baths cable
TVs Wi-Fi AC fireplaces and phones Full breakfast included
2015 Excellence Award Winner
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THE TAYLOR HOUSE INN(800) 963-55814584 Hwy 194 S Banner Elk NC 28604wwwtaylorhouseinncomThe Taylor House Inn is a bed and breakfast known for offering romantic getaways hosting fabulous family reunions corporate retreats and some of the best weddings in Valle Crucis They have won multiple awards from bedampbreakfastcom and won a 2010 amazing customer service award from the Boone Area Chamber
VALLE CRUCIS BED amp BREAKFAST (828) 963-25252171 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwvallecrucisbandbcomThe Valle Crucis B amp B offers majestic views of the River Run Horse Farm and blends todayrsquos finest amenities for a mountain experience you wonrsquot soon forget Select a room in the main bed amp breakfast with breathtaking front porch views or relax in one of their uniquely decorated themed suites
CONFERENCECENTERS
ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 693 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingorgintl- meditation-center-usa
VALLE CRUCIS CONFERENCE CENTER(828) 963-4453146 Skiles Way Banner Elk NC 28604wwwhighsouthcomvallecrucisThe Valle Crucis Conference Center is a Year Round Retreat Facility Serving a Wide Range of Church Family and other Non-Profit Groups
RESORTS amp SPAS ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 639 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingretreatcenterorgRestful rooms with incredible views spa delicious vegetarian dining yoga and meditation available
CRESTWOOD(828) 963-66463236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone NC 28607 wwwcrestwoodnccomThe essence of an intimate country inn while offering all the indulgences of a grand resort A luxurious boutique resort gourmet restaurant and spa
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shulls Mill Road Boone NC 28607wwwhoundearscomA 750 acre lodge and luxury resort in a gated community Golf tennis heated pool dining room lounge
WESTGLOW RESORT amp SPA(800) 562-0807 bull (828) 295-4463224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwwestglowcomTravel and Leisure Magazinersquos Worldrsquos Best Awards Survey has named Westglow as ldquothe number two destination spa in the worldrdquo Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains the elegant Greek Revival mansion is the perfect place to renew mind body and spirit
BLOWING ROCK
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Y WILLOW VALLEY RESORT (828) 963-6551350 Bairds Creek Road Vilas NC 28692wwwwillowvalley-resortcomCabins condos and chalets 9 hole par 3 golf course and tennis on site Located within 10 miles of Boone Blowing Rock Valle Crucis and ASU
YONAHLOSSEE RESORT amp CLUB (800) 962-1986 bull (828) 963-6400226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607wwwyonahlosseecomA natural resort where families gather and couples celebrate Offering intimate inn rooms cozy cottages and elegant vacation home rentals in the heart of the mountains Indoor amp outdoor Tennis indoor pool fitness center and fine dining at the Gamekeeper Restaurant
CAMPGROUNDSBLUE BEAR MOUNTAIN CAMP(828) 406-4226196 Blue Bear Mountain RdTodd NC 28684wwwbluebearmountaincom
BOONE KOA(828) 264-7250123 Harmony Mountain LaneBoone NC 28607wwwkoacomcampgroundsbooneOpen May 1 - Oct 31
FLINTLOCK FAMILY CAMPGROUND(888) 850-9997171 Flintlock Campground DriveBoone NC 28607wwwflintlockcampgroundcomOpen April-October
GRANDFATHER CAMPGROUND(800) 788-2582 bull (828) 355-4535Highway 105 near Foscoe NCwwwgrandfatherrvcomOpen year round
HONEY BEAR CAMPGROUND (828) 963-4586229 Honey Bear Campground RoadBoone NC 28607wwwhoneybearcampgroundcom
VANDERPOOL CAMPGROUND(828) 297-3486120 Campground Road Vilas NC 28692wwwvanderpoolcampgroundcomOpen Year-round
CABINS COTTAGES amp CONDOS
5 BOYS RETREATwwwvrbocom433105
A AND W MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 898-9188wwwaandwrentalscom
A BEARrsquoS DEN(704) 258-4665107 Apple Ridge Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwabearsdencom
A STARRY NIGHT LODGE(704) 619-5401216 Veronica Way Vilas NC 28692wwwvrbocom444251
ADArsquoS COTTAGES(828) 295-7983wwwvrbocom335490
ADLERHORST(919) 802-4924Boone Areawwwmountaincabinnccom
ANDERSON REALTY amp RENTALS(828) 262-0043184 N Water Street 13 Boone NC 28607wwwrentourcabinscom
ANDREArsquoS CABINS(828) 964-9005wwwandreascabinscom
APPALACHIAN LOG CABIN RENTALS(919) 625-1197160 Sassyfrass Lane Boone NC 28607wwwappalachianlogcabincom
APPALACHIAN SKI MTN LODGING(828) 295-7828940 Ski Mountain RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605 wwwappskimtncom
APPALACHIAN SUNSET CABIN(704) 607-8910165 Sunset Springs DrBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwvrbocom408243
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AROUND THE BEND CABIN(954) 570-9256Boone Areawwwvrbocom126989
ASHEMORE LUXURY RENTALS(828) 963-7310120 Honey Bear Campground RdBoone NC 28607wwwBooneLuxuryRentalscom
AT YOUR WITS END VACATION RENTALS(800) 774-3493 bull (828) 264-3535719 Greenway Rd Boone NC 28607wwwwitsendrentalscom
AUNT BIRDIErsquoS PLACE(828) 295-0988wwwvrbocom469820
BANNER ELK MOUNTAIN CABINS(828) 387-1209wwwbannerelkmtncabinscom
BEAR TREE CABINValle Crucis NCwwwvrbocom137753
BERRY HILL COTTAGE(919) 772-7166Ka4puvcomberryhillhtml
BEULAHLAND CABINS(828) 963-3443 bull (800) 990-8209 632 N Pine Run Road Boone NC 28607wwwbeulahlandcabinscom
BIRDSONG LOG CABIN RENTALS(704) 906-0856328 Shores Way Boone NC 28607wwwbirdsongcabincom
BLOWING ROCK MOUNTAIN VIEW DUPLEX(828) 295-3763 bull (877) 237-3763149 Old Johnrsquos River RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605
BLOWING ROCK PROPERTIES(800) 849-01471059 Main St Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockmountaincabinscom
BLOWING ROCK RESORT RENTALS(828) 295-9899 bull (866)-800-9899232 Ransom StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockresortrentalscom
BLUE RIDGE BLISSwwwvrbocom494656
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN LODGE(828) 310-1880 or (828) 310-6600wwwblueridgemountainlodgecom
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN RENTALS(800) 237-7975 (828) 295-74007595 Valley RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblueridgerentalscom
BLUE RIDGE VACATION CABINS(828) 963-2393 bull (866) 880-1372120 Honey Bear Campground Road Boone NC 28607wwwblueridgevacationcabinscom
BOONE CABIN RENTALS(828) 262-0978 bull (800) 282-25071460 Snaggy Mtn BlvdBoone NC 28607wwwboonecabinscom
BOONE VACATION CABINS (828) 964-0430175 Bairdrsquos Drive Boone NC 28607wwwboonevacationcabinscom
BROADSTONE COTTAGE(828) 406-00672756 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis NCwwwbroadstonecottagecom
BROOKWOOD CABIN(912) 658-2575wwwvrbocom273535
CAROLINA CABIN RENTALS(828) 295-6000 197 Old US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwcarolinacabinrentalscom
CHALET ALPINE(704) 839-3343wwwvrbocom507853
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Y CHEADLE CHALET(336) 765-0900 512 Deer Run Deep Gap NC 28618 wwwvrbocom92962
CREEKSIDE COTTAGE(919) 622-4943144 Spice Apple WayBanner Elk NC 28604wwwgrandfathermountaincabinscom
DAYrsquoS MOUNTAIN RETREAT(727) 580-5999wwwvrbocom311959
ELITE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES(828) 295-6861153 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwelitemountainpropertiescom
FALL CREEK VACATION RENTALS(336) 877-31311105 Fall Creek RoadFleetwood NC 28626wwwfallcreekvacationrentalscom
FAMILY LODGE(786) 210-4787wwwvrbocom3949230ha
FOSCOE RENTALS(800) 723-7341 bull (828) 963-8142133 Echota Pkwy Boone NC 28607 wwwfoscoerentalscom
GRANDFATHER CABINS(828) 355-4535 bull (800) 788-2582125 Profile View Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfatherrvcom
HEART OF THE HIGH COUNTRY REALTY(336) 877-25653899 Railroad Grade RoadTodd NC 28684wwwtoddcabinrentalscom
HEMLOCK RIDGE CABIN(888) 547-7598 bull (336) 998-5252 526 Spice Bottom TrailBanner Elk NC 28604wwwhemlockridgenccom
HIGH COUNTRY CABIN RENTALS(855) 651-48326236 Hwy 321 S Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwhccabinrentalscom
HIGH COUNTRY HIDE-AWAY(336) 926-3022wwwvrbocom45160
HOLTON MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 264-3644480 Hwy 105 ExtensionBoone NC 28607 wwwholtonmountainrentalscom
HOUND EARS RENTALS(828) 963-4301 328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Boone NC 28607 wwwhoundearscom
HUMMINGBIRD HILL CABIN VILLAGE (914) 455-3609 Boone NC wwwhummingbirdhillcabinscom
JENKINS RENTALS (800) 438-7803 bull (828) 295-9888452 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwjenkinsrentalscom
JUST BUILT LOG CABIN - HOWARD CREEK FALLS(828) 263-8349351 Doe Ridge Boone NC 28607
KILKELLY CABINS(828) 264-70763649 Jakes Mountain RoadBoone NC 28607wwwkilkellycabinscom
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MILL RIDGE VACATION RENTALS(828) 963-4900229 Clubhouse Drive Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwmillridgeresortscom
MOUNTAIN CREEK RETREAT (828) 898-9771 bull (828) 387-18463731 Winklers Creek Road Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwmountaincreekretreatcom
MOUNTAIN RETREATS REALTY (828) 963-6325 bull (800) 819-76474840 Highway 105 Suite 3 Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwncmountainretreatscom
MOUNTAIN SONG CABIN(828) 572-3257 139 Mountain Street Vilas NC 28692 wwwmountainsongcabincom
MOUNTAIN VIEW REALTY(828) 295-3554 bull (888) 245-7923960 Main StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwmountain-view-realtycom
MOUNTAINAIRE LOG CABINS(828) 295-7991wwwmountainaireinncomrustic-cabins
MT SINAI CABIN(704) 361-9729wwwvrbocom280893
OLD FARMHOUSE AT WILLET PONDS (828) 297-4653 bull (828) 297-95711601 Willet Miller RoadTodd NC 28684 wwwgoldencockerelcom
OWLrsquoS ROOST(336) 299-1851wwwvrbocom328149
PARKWAY CABINS (866) 679-3002 bull (828) 262-5024749 Turkey Knob Boone NC 28607wwwparkwaycabinscom
RIVERSIDE LOG CABIN RENTALS (828) 264-2792 bull (800) 774-3493129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwriversidelogcabinscom
SERENITY FALLS 9710 Elk Creek RoadDeep Gap NC 28618wwwserenity-fallscom
SHOOK CREEK CABIN(828) 963-0056614 Tom Shook RoadBanner Elk NC 28604 wwwvacationrentaldirectcomvacation-rentals7816htm
SONGBIRD CABIN(828) 964-6322Sugar Grove NCwwwsongbirdcabincom
SUGAR BEARrsquoS OVERLOOK CABIN(919) 468-9986Sugar Grove NC wwwfreewebscomsugarbearoverlookcabin
SWISS MOUNTAIN VILLAGE(828) 295-33732324 Flat Top RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwswissmountaincom
TAYLORrsquoS COZY RIVER(704) 437-1090wwwvrbocom616454
TROUTSONG(828) 773-62523149 Howardrsquos Creek RdBoone NC 28607wwwvrbocom123144
TWISTED LAUREL CABIN(919) 818-8249wwwvrbocom231107
VALLE CRUCIS LOG CABIN RENTALS(828) 963-77743657 Broadstone RoadValle Crucis NC 28691wwwlogcabinrentalscom
WHITE FENCE FARM ndash DOWNTOWN BOONE RENTAL(828) 964-6767270 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwwhitefencefarmrentalscomdowntown-boone-rental
WINGROVE MOUNTAIN CHALET(828) 963-6877 163 Moore Mtn Road Vilas NC 28692 wwwwingrovechaletcom
WINKLERrsquoS CREEK CABINS (828) 264-2863380 Indian Springs RunBoone NC 28607 wwwwinklerscreekcabinscom
WOLFrsquoS DEN(704) 906-6645wwwvrbocom435108
YONAHLOSSEE ACCOMMODATIONS (800) 962-1986226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607 wwwyonahlosseecom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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Y THE CHILDRENrsquoS PLAYHOUSE(828) 263-0011400 Tracy Circle Boonewwwgoplayhouseorg
FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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SPRING IN BOONE
As winter melts into spring our mountains begin their annual awakening and renewal One of the nationrsquos most
unique ecosystems explodes in blooms on the Blue Ridge Parkway Explore trails and valleys for rare birds and scenic vistas unhidden by summer leaves In fact Grandfather Mountain is home to one of the most diverse bird breeding grounds in the US
The melting snow and occasional spring showers enhance the flow of our rivers and mountain streams making this a good time for waterfall viewing canoeing and kayaking April ushers in the start of Trout season for one of the best fly fishing destinations in the southeast The Boone arearsquos miles of scenic pristine rivers and streams are a magnet for anglers in search of trout Professional outfitters can guide you to secret spots for a memorable day of casting from the shore wading in the rapids or floating with the flow
April also means the start of great events in the Boone area including MerleFest one of the Southeastrsquos top music festivals in nearby Wilkesboro and the four-day SAVOR Blowing Rock featuring winemakersrsquo dinners May brings the return of Boonersquos free Friday afternoon ldquoConcerts on the Lawnrdquo at the Jones
House And you can hear that distinctive sound of Tweetsiersquos steam whistle signaling the seasonal opening of the Tweetsie Railroad Theme Park where kids of all ages can take a ride on an authentic narrow-gauge steam locomotive
Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
March 51˚ 31˚
April 63˚ 40˚
May 70˚ 48˚
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Schoolrsquos out the weather is nice and the mountains beckon With an average daytime high of 78 degrees and cool evening breezes itrsquos the perfect season to
visit the Boone area Families will appreciate the diversity of outdoor adventure like golf hiking cycling horseback riding fishing ziplining rock-climbing and a variety of water activities Enjoy whitewater rafting canoeing and kayaking or
perhaps a leisurely inner tube float on world-class rivers If you like mountain biking you will love
Rocky Knob Park our 185-acre mountain bike park with 85 miles of stacked loop trails bike skills areas a pump track picnic pavilion and natural playground
Explore the past at Hickory Ridge Living History Museum and see how early settlers adapted to mountain life in the late 1700s Then stroll through the nearby Daniel Boone Native Gardens to view more than 150 native species of plants
From mid-June to early July native Rhododendrons put on a spectacular show of blossoms around the area
If you are looking for events the Appalachian Summer Festival Grandfather
Mountain Highland Games and Boonersquos ldquoHorn in the Westrdquo (the nationrsquos third longest running
outdoor drama) anchor a summer full of festivals and events And while yoursquore here donrsquot forget to visit our nationally known attractions like Tweetsie Railroad and Grandfather Mountain
Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
June 76˚ 55˚
July 78˚ 58˚
August 77˚ 58˚
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SUMMER IN BOONE
FALL IN BOONE
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From the stunning vistas of the Blue Ridge Parkway to the peaceful beauty of
Valle Crucis the Boone area is a blaze of color during leaf season The spectacular color palette against a Carolina blue sky is world famous Fall also features the excitement of Appalachian State Mountaineer football arts amp craft shows and signature events like the Boone Heritage Festival the Valle Country Fair and the Woolly Worm Festival
Fall is the perfect time for a pre-holiday shopping trip to Boone With the Original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis Tanger Outlets antique stores and specialty shops in quaint downtowns you will find something for everyone on your list The Boone area is famous for its Fraser Fir Christmas trees and our large concentration of ldquochoose amp cutrdquo tree farms So step away from the artificial trees and bring the family to Boone to pick out your farm fresh Christmas tree this year You donrsquot even have to bring a saw Pick out the perfect tree and the farm staff will cut it net it and secure it to your vehicle Many of the area farms offer hayrides music hot chocolate and apple cider to further enhance the experience And if itrsquos cold enough to make snow many of the area ski resorts open in late November and offer great early ski season deals
Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
September 71˚ 52˚
October 63˚ 41˚
November 53˚ 32˚
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With three area ski resorts (Appalachian Ski Mountain Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain) all within a 20 mile radius Boone is considered the ski capital
of the South This year Sugar Mountain Resort will open a new high-speed six passenger chairlift that will take you to their 5300-foot peak in five minutes In the Boone area snow making technology just keeps getting better so slope conditions stay more consistent Bring your own equipment or rent everything when you get here Need a lesson No problem Appalachian Ski Mountain is home to the French Swiss Ski School the best known ski school in the Southeast where they have taught over a million people from ages 4 to 88 how to ski In addition to downhill skiing winter activities include snowboarding ice skating sledding snowshoeing cross country skiing and snow tubing The Boone area is home to Hawksnest Snow Tubing one of the largest snow tubing operations on the East Coast with 30 lanes and even winter ziplining if conditions allow
After your day of winter fun cozy up by the fire check out our local breweries or enjoy one of our signature restaurants for a warm hearty meal Winter in the mountains is a magical time The people of Boone are warm and friendly and invite you to come and enjoy just the right amount of adventure
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Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
December 45˚ 26˚
January 42˚ 23˚
February 44˚ 24˚
WINTER IN BOONE
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SUPER 8 2419 NC 105 BOONE NC 28607PHONE 828-264-4133
SLEEP INN BOONE NC163 HWY 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-0020
bull Newly Renovatedbull CableSatellite TVbull Free Local Callsbull In-Room Coffee Makerbull Free Wireless High-Speed Internet bull And Morebull Located only one mile from
Appalachian State University
WWWVISITBOONECOM
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES165 NC 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-1234
bull Newly Renovatedbull Free High-Speed Internetbull Refrigerators bull Microwave Ovensbull Select rooms feature fireplaces and whirlpool tubsbull Queen or king beds offer
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Award winning Courtyard by Marriott in the heart of Boone
Heated indoor pool fitness center and hot tub
Beautiful outdoor Courtyard with cozy fire pit
Spacious guest rooms and suites plus 1000 square feet of meeting space
Free enhanced Wi-Fi access and amp flat screen HD-TV in guest rooms
The Bistro on-site restaurant and bar open for breakfast amp dinner
24-Hour Starbucks and Market
Smoke free environment
1050 Highway 105 Boone North Carolina 28607
1-828-265-7676 | wwwmarriottcomhkybn
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COUNTRY INN AND SUITES BY CARLSON818 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-264-4234
QUALITY INN AND SUITES840 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-266-1100
bull Free Hot Breakfast
bull Guest Rooms amp Suites bull Cable Satellite TV
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1184 Highway 105
8282680099
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bull Indoor Pool amp Fitness Room
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1184 Highway 105
8282680099
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PLACES TO STAYHOTELS amp MOTELS
ALPEN ACRES MOTEL(888) 297-7981318 Old Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwalpenacrescomLocated on scenic hilltop 14 mile from Blue Ridge Parkway Separate chalet for 2 AAA-approved
BAYMONT INN amp SUITES(828) 264-00771075 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwbaymontinnscom100 nonsmoking rooms Free continental Breakfast free internet HBO Heated indoor Pool and spa
BOONE TRAIL MOTEL (828) 264-8839275 E King Street Boone NC 28607Near Danrsquol Boone Inn and ASU Picnic area Apartments sleep 8
COMFORT SUITES(866) 854-5959 bull (828) 268-00991184 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES(828) 264-4234 bull (800) 596-2375818 E King Street Boone NC 28607wwwcountryinnscomJacuzzi suites and two-room suites available Indoor heated pool whirlpool and fitness center
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT(828) 265-76761050 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwmarriottcomBoones newest hotel the Marriott Courtyard with 100 rooms opened in January 2012 The new state-of-the-art lobby at Courtyard provides greater flexibility and choices for our guests Suites and meeting room also available
FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES(828) 268-0677 bull (866) 871-7425 2060 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607 wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar Meeting space for 20-100 people
GREENErsquoS MOTEL(828) 264-88451377 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607Large well-furnished rooms with scenic views private balconies
HIDDEN VALLEY MOTEL (828) 963-43728725 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607wwwhiddenvalleymotelcomSmall family run motel attractive gardens near attractions and skiing
HIGHLAND HILLS MOTEL (828) 264-2277 bull (800) 948-5276wwwhighlandhillscabinscomCottages rooms units with Jacuzzi wireless Internet Cabins sleep up to 11 people
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS (828) 264-2451 bull (888) SEE-MTNS1943 Blowing Rock Road Boone NC wwwexpressboonecom Close to area attractions and ASU Bridal amp executive suites with Jacuzzi In-room coffee and exercise facility
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES(828) 262-1234 165 Hwy 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwLQcomBeautiful mountain lodge featuring indoor pool hot tub exercise room and high speed wireless Internet Suites with Jacuzzi tub and some with fireplaces Meeting facility will hold up to 250 people Pet Friendly
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888SEEMTNS expressboonecom
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QUALITY INN amp SUITES (828) 266-1100 bull 840 E King Street Boone wwwchoicehotelscomnorth-carolinaboonequality-inn-hotelsnc790 Close to downtown Boone and across from shopping and theater Free hot breakfast and indoor pool Pet Friendly
SLEEP INN(828) 262-0020 163 Highway 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwsleepinncomFree continental breakfast heated outdoor pool game room high speed Internet access Close to downtown Boone and ASU
SMOKETREE LODGE(800) 422-1880 bull (828) 963-650511914 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsmoketree-lodgecomBetween Boone amp Banner Elk Fully furnished condos with cable TV jacuzzi sauna game room
SUPER 8 MOTEL OF BOONE(828) 264-4133 bull (800) 560-59422419 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwsuper8boonecomComplimentary continental breakfast free local calls hair dryers senior discounts fax service available elevators indoor pool
BED amp BREAKFASTSCAROLINA MOUNTAIN LODGE(831) 601-7820 467 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC 28607wwwcarolinamountainlodgecomCarolina Mountain Lodge is a newly opened bed and breakfast and offers 5 luxurious uniquely themed guest rooms It is only 5 minutes away from the Blue Ridge Parkway and 12 minutes from downtown Boone
INN AT LITTLE POND(828) 297-1011 208 Valle Cay Dr Valle Crucis NC 28692 wwwncinncomThis enchanting inn a sophisticated country house with exceptional style and quiet simplicity is nestled amidst a pine grove and pastoral mountain meadow The innkeepers have put charm back into everyday life at this classic 1900 farmhouse filling it with a sense of conviviality and warmth
LAZY BEAR LODGE (828) 963-9201 315 Lazy Bear Trail Vilas NC 28691 wwwlazy-bear-lodgecomA bed amp breakfast retreat situated in beautiful Valle Crucis The lodge is only minutes from Boone Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway and offers large comfortable porches sweeping panoramic mountain views and plenty of privacy
LOVILL HOUSE INN B amp B(800) 849-9466 bull (828) 264-4204404 Old Bristol Road Boone NC 28607wwwlovillhouseinncomExperience the ultimate in AAA Four-Diamond Award amenities services and hospitality at this historic six-guest room farmhouse BampB on eleven wooded acres in Boone Less than one mile from ASU campus shopping and dining Mid-week business rates available Children over 12 welcome Non-smoking environment
THE MAST FARM INN(888) 963-5857 bull (828) 963-58572543 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwMastFarmInncomLocated in Valle Crucis NC the inn is a reknowned full service bed amp breakfast The 1800s farmhouse is on the National Register of Historic Places and offers guest rooms private getaway cottages fine dining and great wines
MOUNTAINSIDE LODGE B amp B(828) 963-4006 bull (877) 687-43331709 Broadstone RdBanner Elk NC 28604wwwmountainsidelodgebbcom The utmost in southern hospitality along with spectacular mountain views and serenity awaits you at this rustic and elegantly designed log home The lodge offers a relaxing atmosphere spacious guest rooms with private baths a full homemade breakfast and more
404 Old Bristol Rd Boone NC | 1-800-849-9466 | wwwlovillhouseinncom
Experience genuine country hospitality in our historic farm house on 11 wooded acres in Boone Six guest rooms with private baths cable
TVs Wi-Fi AC fireplaces and phones Full breakfast included
2015 Excellence Award Winner
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THE TAYLOR HOUSE INN(800) 963-55814584 Hwy 194 S Banner Elk NC 28604wwwtaylorhouseinncomThe Taylor House Inn is a bed and breakfast known for offering romantic getaways hosting fabulous family reunions corporate retreats and some of the best weddings in Valle Crucis They have won multiple awards from bedampbreakfastcom and won a 2010 amazing customer service award from the Boone Area Chamber
VALLE CRUCIS BED amp BREAKFAST (828) 963-25252171 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwvallecrucisbandbcomThe Valle Crucis B amp B offers majestic views of the River Run Horse Farm and blends todayrsquos finest amenities for a mountain experience you wonrsquot soon forget Select a room in the main bed amp breakfast with breathtaking front porch views or relax in one of their uniquely decorated themed suites
CONFERENCECENTERS
ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 693 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingorgintl- meditation-center-usa
VALLE CRUCIS CONFERENCE CENTER(828) 963-4453146 Skiles Way Banner Elk NC 28604wwwhighsouthcomvallecrucisThe Valle Crucis Conference Center is a Year Round Retreat Facility Serving a Wide Range of Church Family and other Non-Profit Groups
RESORTS amp SPAS ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 639 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingretreatcenterorgRestful rooms with incredible views spa delicious vegetarian dining yoga and meditation available
CRESTWOOD(828) 963-66463236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone NC 28607 wwwcrestwoodnccomThe essence of an intimate country inn while offering all the indulgences of a grand resort A luxurious boutique resort gourmet restaurant and spa
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shulls Mill Road Boone NC 28607wwwhoundearscomA 750 acre lodge and luxury resort in a gated community Golf tennis heated pool dining room lounge
WESTGLOW RESORT amp SPA(800) 562-0807 bull (828) 295-4463224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwwestglowcomTravel and Leisure Magazinersquos Worldrsquos Best Awards Survey has named Westglow as ldquothe number two destination spa in the worldrdquo Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains the elegant Greek Revival mansion is the perfect place to renew mind body and spirit
BLOWING ROCK
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Y WILLOW VALLEY RESORT (828) 963-6551350 Bairds Creek Road Vilas NC 28692wwwwillowvalley-resortcomCabins condos and chalets 9 hole par 3 golf course and tennis on site Located within 10 miles of Boone Blowing Rock Valle Crucis and ASU
YONAHLOSSEE RESORT amp CLUB (800) 962-1986 bull (828) 963-6400226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607wwwyonahlosseecomA natural resort where families gather and couples celebrate Offering intimate inn rooms cozy cottages and elegant vacation home rentals in the heart of the mountains Indoor amp outdoor Tennis indoor pool fitness center and fine dining at the Gamekeeper Restaurant
CAMPGROUNDSBLUE BEAR MOUNTAIN CAMP(828) 406-4226196 Blue Bear Mountain RdTodd NC 28684wwwbluebearmountaincom
BOONE KOA(828) 264-7250123 Harmony Mountain LaneBoone NC 28607wwwkoacomcampgroundsbooneOpen May 1 - Oct 31
FLINTLOCK FAMILY CAMPGROUND(888) 850-9997171 Flintlock Campground DriveBoone NC 28607wwwflintlockcampgroundcomOpen April-October
GRANDFATHER CAMPGROUND(800) 788-2582 bull (828) 355-4535Highway 105 near Foscoe NCwwwgrandfatherrvcomOpen year round
HONEY BEAR CAMPGROUND (828) 963-4586229 Honey Bear Campground RoadBoone NC 28607wwwhoneybearcampgroundcom
VANDERPOOL CAMPGROUND(828) 297-3486120 Campground Road Vilas NC 28692wwwvanderpoolcampgroundcomOpen Year-round
CABINS COTTAGES amp CONDOS
5 BOYS RETREATwwwvrbocom433105
A AND W MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 898-9188wwwaandwrentalscom
A BEARrsquoS DEN(704) 258-4665107 Apple Ridge Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwabearsdencom
A STARRY NIGHT LODGE(704) 619-5401216 Veronica Way Vilas NC 28692wwwvrbocom444251
ADArsquoS COTTAGES(828) 295-7983wwwvrbocom335490
ADLERHORST(919) 802-4924Boone Areawwwmountaincabinnccom
ANDERSON REALTY amp RENTALS(828) 262-0043184 N Water Street 13 Boone NC 28607wwwrentourcabinscom
ANDREArsquoS CABINS(828) 964-9005wwwandreascabinscom
APPALACHIAN LOG CABIN RENTALS(919) 625-1197160 Sassyfrass Lane Boone NC 28607wwwappalachianlogcabincom
APPALACHIAN SKI MTN LODGING(828) 295-7828940 Ski Mountain RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605 wwwappskimtncom
APPALACHIAN SUNSET CABIN(704) 607-8910165 Sunset Springs DrBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwvrbocom408243
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AROUND THE BEND CABIN(954) 570-9256Boone Areawwwvrbocom126989
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AUNT BIRDIErsquoS PLACE(828) 295-0988wwwvrbocom469820
BANNER ELK MOUNTAIN CABINS(828) 387-1209wwwbannerelkmtncabinscom
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BEULAHLAND CABINS(828) 963-3443 bull (800) 990-8209 632 N Pine Run Road Boone NC 28607wwwbeulahlandcabinscom
BIRDSONG LOG CABIN RENTALS(704) 906-0856328 Shores Way Boone NC 28607wwwbirdsongcabincom
BLOWING ROCK MOUNTAIN VIEW DUPLEX(828) 295-3763 bull (877) 237-3763149 Old Johnrsquos River RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605
BLOWING ROCK PROPERTIES(800) 849-01471059 Main St Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockmountaincabinscom
BLOWING ROCK RESORT RENTALS(828) 295-9899 bull (866)-800-9899232 Ransom StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockresortrentalscom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
PLACES TO PLAY
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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Y THE CHILDRENrsquoS PLAYHOUSE(828) 263-0011400 Tracy Circle Boonewwwgoplayhouseorg
FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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As winter melts into spring our mountains begin their annual awakening and renewal One of the nationrsquos most
unique ecosystems explodes in blooms on the Blue Ridge Parkway Explore trails and valleys for rare birds and scenic vistas unhidden by summer leaves In fact Grandfather Mountain is home to one of the most diverse bird breeding grounds in the US
The melting snow and occasional spring showers enhance the flow of our rivers and mountain streams making this a good time for waterfall viewing canoeing and kayaking April ushers in the start of Trout season for one of the best fly fishing destinations in the southeast The Boone arearsquos miles of scenic pristine rivers and streams are a magnet for anglers in search of trout Professional outfitters can guide you to secret spots for a memorable day of casting from the shore wading in the rapids or floating with the flow
April also means the start of great events in the Boone area including MerleFest one of the Southeastrsquos top music festivals in nearby Wilkesboro and the four-day SAVOR Blowing Rock featuring winemakersrsquo dinners May brings the return of Boonersquos free Friday afternoon ldquoConcerts on the Lawnrdquo at the Jones
House And you can hear that distinctive sound of Tweetsiersquos steam whistle signaling the seasonal opening of the Tweetsie Railroad Theme Park where kids of all ages can take a ride on an authentic narrow-gauge steam locomotive
Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
March 51˚ 31˚
April 63˚ 40˚
May 70˚ 48˚
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Schoolrsquos out the weather is nice and the mountains beckon With an average daytime high of 78 degrees and cool evening breezes itrsquos the perfect season to
visit the Boone area Families will appreciate the diversity of outdoor adventure like golf hiking cycling horseback riding fishing ziplining rock-climbing and a variety of water activities Enjoy whitewater rafting canoeing and kayaking or
perhaps a leisurely inner tube float on world-class rivers If you like mountain biking you will love
Rocky Knob Park our 185-acre mountain bike park with 85 miles of stacked loop trails bike skills areas a pump track picnic pavilion and natural playground
Explore the past at Hickory Ridge Living History Museum and see how early settlers adapted to mountain life in the late 1700s Then stroll through the nearby Daniel Boone Native Gardens to view more than 150 native species of plants
From mid-June to early July native Rhododendrons put on a spectacular show of blossoms around the area
If you are looking for events the Appalachian Summer Festival Grandfather
Mountain Highland Games and Boonersquos ldquoHorn in the Westrdquo (the nationrsquos third longest running
outdoor drama) anchor a summer full of festivals and events And while yoursquore here donrsquot forget to visit our nationally known attractions like Tweetsie Railroad and Grandfather Mountain
Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
June 76˚ 55˚
July 78˚ 58˚
August 77˚ 58˚
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SUMMER IN BOONE
FALL IN BOONE
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From the stunning vistas of the Blue Ridge Parkway to the peaceful beauty of
Valle Crucis the Boone area is a blaze of color during leaf season The spectacular color palette against a Carolina blue sky is world famous Fall also features the excitement of Appalachian State Mountaineer football arts amp craft shows and signature events like the Boone Heritage Festival the Valle Country Fair and the Woolly Worm Festival
Fall is the perfect time for a pre-holiday shopping trip to Boone With the Original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis Tanger Outlets antique stores and specialty shops in quaint downtowns you will find something for everyone on your list The Boone area is famous for its Fraser Fir Christmas trees and our large concentration of ldquochoose amp cutrdquo tree farms So step away from the artificial trees and bring the family to Boone to pick out your farm fresh Christmas tree this year You donrsquot even have to bring a saw Pick out the perfect tree and the farm staff will cut it net it and secure it to your vehicle Many of the area farms offer hayrides music hot chocolate and apple cider to further enhance the experience And if itrsquos cold enough to make snow many of the area ski resorts open in late November and offer great early ski season deals
Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
September 71˚ 52˚
October 63˚ 41˚
November 53˚ 32˚
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With three area ski resorts (Appalachian Ski Mountain Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain) all within a 20 mile radius Boone is considered the ski capital
of the South This year Sugar Mountain Resort will open a new high-speed six passenger chairlift that will take you to their 5300-foot peak in five minutes In the Boone area snow making technology just keeps getting better so slope conditions stay more consistent Bring your own equipment or rent everything when you get here Need a lesson No problem Appalachian Ski Mountain is home to the French Swiss Ski School the best known ski school in the Southeast where they have taught over a million people from ages 4 to 88 how to ski In addition to downhill skiing winter activities include snowboarding ice skating sledding snowshoeing cross country skiing and snow tubing The Boone area is home to Hawksnest Snow Tubing one of the largest snow tubing operations on the East Coast with 30 lanes and even winter ziplining if conditions allow
After your day of winter fun cozy up by the fire check out our local breweries or enjoy one of our signature restaurants for a warm hearty meal Winter in the mountains is a magical time The people of Boone are warm and friendly and invite you to come and enjoy just the right amount of adventure
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Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
December 45˚ 26˚
January 42˚ 23˚
February 44˚ 24˚
WINTER IN BOONE
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SUPER 8 2419 NC 105 BOONE NC 28607PHONE 828-264-4133
SLEEP INN BOONE NC163 HWY 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-0020
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WWWVISITBOONECOM
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES165 NC 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-1234
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Award winning Courtyard by Marriott in the heart of Boone
Heated indoor pool fitness center and hot tub
Beautiful outdoor Courtyard with cozy fire pit
Spacious guest rooms and suites plus 1000 square feet of meeting space
Free enhanced Wi-Fi access and amp flat screen HD-TV in guest rooms
The Bistro on-site restaurant and bar open for breakfast amp dinner
24-Hour Starbucks and Market
Smoke free environment
1050 Highway 105 Boone North Carolina 28607
1-828-265-7676 | wwwmarriottcomhkybn
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COUNTRY INN AND SUITES BY CARLSON818 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-264-4234
QUALITY INN AND SUITES840 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-266-1100
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1184 Highway 105
8282680099
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ALPEN ACRES MOTEL(888) 297-7981318 Old Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwalpenacrescomLocated on scenic hilltop 14 mile from Blue Ridge Parkway Separate chalet for 2 AAA-approved
BAYMONT INN amp SUITES(828) 264-00771075 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwbaymontinnscom100 nonsmoking rooms Free continental Breakfast free internet HBO Heated indoor Pool and spa
BOONE TRAIL MOTEL (828) 264-8839275 E King Street Boone NC 28607Near Danrsquol Boone Inn and ASU Picnic area Apartments sleep 8
COMFORT SUITES(866) 854-5959 bull (828) 268-00991184 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES(828) 264-4234 bull (800) 596-2375818 E King Street Boone NC 28607wwwcountryinnscomJacuzzi suites and two-room suites available Indoor heated pool whirlpool and fitness center
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT(828) 265-76761050 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwmarriottcomBoones newest hotel the Marriott Courtyard with 100 rooms opened in January 2012 The new state-of-the-art lobby at Courtyard provides greater flexibility and choices for our guests Suites and meeting room also available
FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES(828) 268-0677 bull (866) 871-7425 2060 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607 wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar Meeting space for 20-100 people
GREENErsquoS MOTEL(828) 264-88451377 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607Large well-furnished rooms with scenic views private balconies
HIDDEN VALLEY MOTEL (828) 963-43728725 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607wwwhiddenvalleymotelcomSmall family run motel attractive gardens near attractions and skiing
HIGHLAND HILLS MOTEL (828) 264-2277 bull (800) 948-5276wwwhighlandhillscabinscomCottages rooms units with Jacuzzi wireless Internet Cabins sleep up to 11 people
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS (828) 264-2451 bull (888) SEE-MTNS1943 Blowing Rock Road Boone NC wwwexpressboonecom Close to area attractions and ASU Bridal amp executive suites with Jacuzzi In-room coffee and exercise facility
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES(828) 262-1234 165 Hwy 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwLQcomBeautiful mountain lodge featuring indoor pool hot tub exercise room and high speed wireless Internet Suites with Jacuzzi tub and some with fireplaces Meeting facility will hold up to 250 people Pet Friendly
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QUALITY INN amp SUITES (828) 266-1100 bull 840 E King Street Boone wwwchoicehotelscomnorth-carolinaboonequality-inn-hotelsnc790 Close to downtown Boone and across from shopping and theater Free hot breakfast and indoor pool Pet Friendly
SLEEP INN(828) 262-0020 163 Highway 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwsleepinncomFree continental breakfast heated outdoor pool game room high speed Internet access Close to downtown Boone and ASU
SMOKETREE LODGE(800) 422-1880 bull (828) 963-650511914 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsmoketree-lodgecomBetween Boone amp Banner Elk Fully furnished condos with cable TV jacuzzi sauna game room
SUPER 8 MOTEL OF BOONE(828) 264-4133 bull (800) 560-59422419 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwsuper8boonecomComplimentary continental breakfast free local calls hair dryers senior discounts fax service available elevators indoor pool
BED amp BREAKFASTSCAROLINA MOUNTAIN LODGE(831) 601-7820 467 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC 28607wwwcarolinamountainlodgecomCarolina Mountain Lodge is a newly opened bed and breakfast and offers 5 luxurious uniquely themed guest rooms It is only 5 minutes away from the Blue Ridge Parkway and 12 minutes from downtown Boone
INN AT LITTLE POND(828) 297-1011 208 Valle Cay Dr Valle Crucis NC 28692 wwwncinncomThis enchanting inn a sophisticated country house with exceptional style and quiet simplicity is nestled amidst a pine grove and pastoral mountain meadow The innkeepers have put charm back into everyday life at this classic 1900 farmhouse filling it with a sense of conviviality and warmth
LAZY BEAR LODGE (828) 963-9201 315 Lazy Bear Trail Vilas NC 28691 wwwlazy-bear-lodgecomA bed amp breakfast retreat situated in beautiful Valle Crucis The lodge is only minutes from Boone Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway and offers large comfortable porches sweeping panoramic mountain views and plenty of privacy
LOVILL HOUSE INN B amp B(800) 849-9466 bull (828) 264-4204404 Old Bristol Road Boone NC 28607wwwlovillhouseinncomExperience the ultimate in AAA Four-Diamond Award amenities services and hospitality at this historic six-guest room farmhouse BampB on eleven wooded acres in Boone Less than one mile from ASU campus shopping and dining Mid-week business rates available Children over 12 welcome Non-smoking environment
THE MAST FARM INN(888) 963-5857 bull (828) 963-58572543 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwMastFarmInncomLocated in Valle Crucis NC the inn is a reknowned full service bed amp breakfast The 1800s farmhouse is on the National Register of Historic Places and offers guest rooms private getaway cottages fine dining and great wines
MOUNTAINSIDE LODGE B amp B(828) 963-4006 bull (877) 687-43331709 Broadstone RdBanner Elk NC 28604wwwmountainsidelodgebbcom The utmost in southern hospitality along with spectacular mountain views and serenity awaits you at this rustic and elegantly designed log home The lodge offers a relaxing atmosphere spacious guest rooms with private baths a full homemade breakfast and more
404 Old Bristol Rd Boone NC | 1-800-849-9466 | wwwlovillhouseinncom
Experience genuine country hospitality in our historic farm house on 11 wooded acres in Boone Six guest rooms with private baths cable
TVs Wi-Fi AC fireplaces and phones Full breakfast included
2015 Excellence Award Winner
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THE TAYLOR HOUSE INN(800) 963-55814584 Hwy 194 S Banner Elk NC 28604wwwtaylorhouseinncomThe Taylor House Inn is a bed and breakfast known for offering romantic getaways hosting fabulous family reunions corporate retreats and some of the best weddings in Valle Crucis They have won multiple awards from bedampbreakfastcom and won a 2010 amazing customer service award from the Boone Area Chamber
VALLE CRUCIS BED amp BREAKFAST (828) 963-25252171 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwvallecrucisbandbcomThe Valle Crucis B amp B offers majestic views of the River Run Horse Farm and blends todayrsquos finest amenities for a mountain experience you wonrsquot soon forget Select a room in the main bed amp breakfast with breathtaking front porch views or relax in one of their uniquely decorated themed suites
CONFERENCECENTERS
ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 693 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingorgintl- meditation-center-usa
VALLE CRUCIS CONFERENCE CENTER(828) 963-4453146 Skiles Way Banner Elk NC 28604wwwhighsouthcomvallecrucisThe Valle Crucis Conference Center is a Year Round Retreat Facility Serving a Wide Range of Church Family and other Non-Profit Groups
RESORTS amp SPAS ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 639 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingretreatcenterorgRestful rooms with incredible views spa delicious vegetarian dining yoga and meditation available
CRESTWOOD(828) 963-66463236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone NC 28607 wwwcrestwoodnccomThe essence of an intimate country inn while offering all the indulgences of a grand resort A luxurious boutique resort gourmet restaurant and spa
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shulls Mill Road Boone NC 28607wwwhoundearscomA 750 acre lodge and luxury resort in a gated community Golf tennis heated pool dining room lounge
WESTGLOW RESORT amp SPA(800) 562-0807 bull (828) 295-4463224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwwestglowcomTravel and Leisure Magazinersquos Worldrsquos Best Awards Survey has named Westglow as ldquothe number two destination spa in the worldrdquo Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains the elegant Greek Revival mansion is the perfect place to renew mind body and spirit
BLOWING ROCK
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YONAHLOSSEE RESORT amp CLUB (800) 962-1986 bull (828) 963-6400226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607wwwyonahlosseecomA natural resort where families gather and couples celebrate Offering intimate inn rooms cozy cottages and elegant vacation home rentals in the heart of the mountains Indoor amp outdoor Tennis indoor pool fitness center and fine dining at the Gamekeeper Restaurant
CAMPGROUNDSBLUE BEAR MOUNTAIN CAMP(828) 406-4226196 Blue Bear Mountain RdTodd NC 28684wwwbluebearmountaincom
BOONE KOA(828) 264-7250123 Harmony Mountain LaneBoone NC 28607wwwkoacomcampgroundsbooneOpen May 1 - Oct 31
FLINTLOCK FAMILY CAMPGROUND(888) 850-9997171 Flintlock Campground DriveBoone NC 28607wwwflintlockcampgroundcomOpen April-October
GRANDFATHER CAMPGROUND(800) 788-2582 bull (828) 355-4535Highway 105 near Foscoe NCwwwgrandfatherrvcomOpen year round
HONEY BEAR CAMPGROUND (828) 963-4586229 Honey Bear Campground RoadBoone NC 28607wwwhoneybearcampgroundcom
VANDERPOOL CAMPGROUND(828) 297-3486120 Campground Road Vilas NC 28692wwwvanderpoolcampgroundcomOpen Year-round
CABINS COTTAGES amp CONDOS
5 BOYS RETREATwwwvrbocom433105
A AND W MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 898-9188wwwaandwrentalscom
A BEARrsquoS DEN(704) 258-4665107 Apple Ridge Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwabearsdencom
A STARRY NIGHT LODGE(704) 619-5401216 Veronica Way Vilas NC 28692wwwvrbocom444251
ADArsquoS COTTAGES(828) 295-7983wwwvrbocom335490
ADLERHORST(919) 802-4924Boone Areawwwmountaincabinnccom
ANDERSON REALTY amp RENTALS(828) 262-0043184 N Water Street 13 Boone NC 28607wwwrentourcabinscom
ANDREArsquoS CABINS(828) 964-9005wwwandreascabinscom
APPALACHIAN LOG CABIN RENTALS(919) 625-1197160 Sassyfrass Lane Boone NC 28607wwwappalachianlogcabincom
APPALACHIAN SKI MTN LODGING(828) 295-7828940 Ski Mountain RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605 wwwappskimtncom
APPALACHIAN SUNSET CABIN(704) 607-8910165 Sunset Springs DrBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwvrbocom408243
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AROUND THE BEND CABIN(954) 570-9256Boone Areawwwvrbocom126989
ASHEMORE LUXURY RENTALS(828) 963-7310120 Honey Bear Campground RdBoone NC 28607wwwBooneLuxuryRentalscom
AT YOUR WITS END VACATION RENTALS(800) 774-3493 bull (828) 264-3535719 Greenway Rd Boone NC 28607wwwwitsendrentalscom
AUNT BIRDIErsquoS PLACE(828) 295-0988wwwvrbocom469820
BANNER ELK MOUNTAIN CABINS(828) 387-1209wwwbannerelkmtncabinscom
BEAR TREE CABINValle Crucis NCwwwvrbocom137753
BERRY HILL COTTAGE(919) 772-7166Ka4puvcomberryhillhtml
BEULAHLAND CABINS(828) 963-3443 bull (800) 990-8209 632 N Pine Run Road Boone NC 28607wwwbeulahlandcabinscom
BIRDSONG LOG CABIN RENTALS(704) 906-0856328 Shores Way Boone NC 28607wwwbirdsongcabincom
BLOWING ROCK MOUNTAIN VIEW DUPLEX(828) 295-3763 bull (877) 237-3763149 Old Johnrsquos River RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605
BLOWING ROCK PROPERTIES(800) 849-01471059 Main St Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockmountaincabinscom
BLOWING ROCK RESORT RENTALS(828) 295-9899 bull (866)-800-9899232 Ransom StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockresortrentalscom
BLUE RIDGE BLISSwwwvrbocom494656
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN LODGE(828) 310-1880 or (828) 310-6600wwwblueridgemountainlodgecom
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN RENTALS(800) 237-7975 (828) 295-74007595 Valley RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblueridgerentalscom
BLUE RIDGE VACATION CABINS(828) 963-2393 bull (866) 880-1372120 Honey Bear Campground Road Boone NC 28607wwwblueridgevacationcabinscom
BOONE CABIN RENTALS(828) 262-0978 bull (800) 282-25071460 Snaggy Mtn BlvdBoone NC 28607wwwboonecabinscom
BOONE VACATION CABINS (828) 964-0430175 Bairdrsquos Drive Boone NC 28607wwwboonevacationcabinscom
BROADSTONE COTTAGE(828) 406-00672756 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis NCwwwbroadstonecottagecom
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CAROLINA CABIN RENTALS(828) 295-6000 197 Old US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwcarolinacabinrentalscom
CHALET ALPINE(704) 839-3343wwwvrbocom507853
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CREEKSIDE COTTAGE(919) 622-4943144 Spice Apple WayBanner Elk NC 28604wwwgrandfathermountaincabinscom
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ELITE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES(828) 295-6861153 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwelitemountainpropertiescom
FALL CREEK VACATION RENTALS(336) 877-31311105 Fall Creek RoadFleetwood NC 28626wwwfallcreekvacationrentalscom
FAMILY LODGE(786) 210-4787wwwvrbocom3949230ha
FOSCOE RENTALS(800) 723-7341 bull (828) 963-8142133 Echota Pkwy Boone NC 28607 wwwfoscoerentalscom
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HEMLOCK RIDGE CABIN(888) 547-7598 bull (336) 998-5252 526 Spice Bottom TrailBanner Elk NC 28604wwwhemlockridgenccom
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HIGH COUNTRY HIDE-AWAY(336) 926-3022wwwvrbocom45160
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HOUND EARS RENTALS(828) 963-4301 328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Boone NC 28607 wwwhoundearscom
HUMMINGBIRD HILL CABIN VILLAGE (914) 455-3609 Boone NC wwwhummingbirdhillcabinscom
JENKINS RENTALS (800) 438-7803 bull (828) 295-9888452 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwjenkinsrentalscom
JUST BUILT LOG CABIN - HOWARD CREEK FALLS(828) 263-8349351 Doe Ridge Boone NC 28607
KILKELLY CABINS(828) 264-70763649 Jakes Mountain RoadBoone NC 28607wwwkilkellycabinscom
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MILL RIDGE VACATION RENTALS(828) 963-4900229 Clubhouse Drive Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwmillridgeresortscom
MOUNTAIN CREEK RETREAT (828) 898-9771 bull (828) 387-18463731 Winklers Creek Road Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwmountaincreekretreatcom
MOUNTAIN RETREATS REALTY (828) 963-6325 bull (800) 819-76474840 Highway 105 Suite 3 Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwncmountainretreatscom
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MOUNTAINAIRE LOG CABINS(828) 295-7991wwwmountainaireinncomrustic-cabins
MT SINAI CABIN(704) 361-9729wwwvrbocom280893
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SHOOK CREEK CABIN(828) 963-0056614 Tom Shook RoadBanner Elk NC 28604 wwwvacationrentaldirectcomvacation-rentals7816htm
SONGBIRD CABIN(828) 964-6322Sugar Grove NCwwwsongbirdcabincom
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WINKLERrsquoS CREEK CABINS (828) 264-2863380 Indian Springs RunBoone NC 28607 wwwwinklerscreekcabinscom
WOLFrsquoS DEN(704) 906-6645wwwvrbocom435108
YONAHLOSSEE ACCOMMODATIONS (800) 962-1986226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607 wwwyonahlosseecom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
PLACES TO PLAY
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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Y THE CHILDRENrsquoS PLAYHOUSE(828) 263-0011400 Tracy Circle Boonewwwgoplayhouseorg
FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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and find ideas for your next getaway
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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Schoolrsquos out the weather is nice and the mountains beckon With an average daytime high of 78 degrees and cool evening breezes itrsquos the perfect season to
visit the Boone area Families will appreciate the diversity of outdoor adventure like golf hiking cycling horseback riding fishing ziplining rock-climbing and a variety of water activities Enjoy whitewater rafting canoeing and kayaking or
perhaps a leisurely inner tube float on world-class rivers If you like mountain biking you will love
Rocky Knob Park our 185-acre mountain bike park with 85 miles of stacked loop trails bike skills areas a pump track picnic pavilion and natural playground
Explore the past at Hickory Ridge Living History Museum and see how early settlers adapted to mountain life in the late 1700s Then stroll through the nearby Daniel Boone Native Gardens to view more than 150 native species of plants
From mid-June to early July native Rhododendrons put on a spectacular show of blossoms around the area
If you are looking for events the Appalachian Summer Festival Grandfather
Mountain Highland Games and Boonersquos ldquoHorn in the Westrdquo (the nationrsquos third longest running
outdoor drama) anchor a summer full of festivals and events And while yoursquore here donrsquot forget to visit our nationally known attractions like Tweetsie Railroad and Grandfather Mountain
Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
June 76˚ 55˚
July 78˚ 58˚
August 77˚ 58˚
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SUMMER IN BOONE
FALL IN BOONE
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From the stunning vistas of the Blue Ridge Parkway to the peaceful beauty of
Valle Crucis the Boone area is a blaze of color during leaf season The spectacular color palette against a Carolina blue sky is world famous Fall also features the excitement of Appalachian State Mountaineer football arts amp craft shows and signature events like the Boone Heritage Festival the Valle Country Fair and the Woolly Worm Festival
Fall is the perfect time for a pre-holiday shopping trip to Boone With the Original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis Tanger Outlets antique stores and specialty shops in quaint downtowns you will find something for everyone on your list The Boone area is famous for its Fraser Fir Christmas trees and our large concentration of ldquochoose amp cutrdquo tree farms So step away from the artificial trees and bring the family to Boone to pick out your farm fresh Christmas tree this year You donrsquot even have to bring a saw Pick out the perfect tree and the farm staff will cut it net it and secure it to your vehicle Many of the area farms offer hayrides music hot chocolate and apple cider to further enhance the experience And if itrsquos cold enough to make snow many of the area ski resorts open in late November and offer great early ski season deals
Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
September 71˚ 52˚
October 63˚ 41˚
November 53˚ 32˚
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With three area ski resorts (Appalachian Ski Mountain Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain) all within a 20 mile radius Boone is considered the ski capital
of the South This year Sugar Mountain Resort will open a new high-speed six passenger chairlift that will take you to their 5300-foot peak in five minutes In the Boone area snow making technology just keeps getting better so slope conditions stay more consistent Bring your own equipment or rent everything when you get here Need a lesson No problem Appalachian Ski Mountain is home to the French Swiss Ski School the best known ski school in the Southeast where they have taught over a million people from ages 4 to 88 how to ski In addition to downhill skiing winter activities include snowboarding ice skating sledding snowshoeing cross country skiing and snow tubing The Boone area is home to Hawksnest Snow Tubing one of the largest snow tubing operations on the East Coast with 30 lanes and even winter ziplining if conditions allow
After your day of winter fun cozy up by the fire check out our local breweries or enjoy one of our signature restaurants for a warm hearty meal Winter in the mountains is a magical time The people of Boone are warm and friendly and invite you to come and enjoy just the right amount of adventure
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Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
December 45˚ 26˚
January 42˚ 23˚
February 44˚ 24˚
WINTER IN BOONE
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bull Free RV Parking w Outdoor Outletsbull Free High-Speed Internetbull Largest Indoor Pool in Boonebull Free 8-Item SuperStart Breakfastbull In-Room Refrigerators bull Microwaves bull And Morebull Kids 17 and under stay free with an adult
SUPER 8 2419 NC 105 BOONE NC 28607PHONE 828-264-4133
SLEEP INN BOONE NC163 HWY 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-0020
bull Newly Renovatedbull CableSatellite TVbull Free Local Callsbull In-Room Coffee Makerbull Free Wireless High-Speed Internet bull And Morebull Located only one mile from
Appalachian State University
WWWVISITBOONECOM
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES165 NC 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-1234
bull Newly Renovatedbull Free High-Speed Internetbull Refrigerators bull Microwave Ovensbull Select rooms feature fireplaces and whirlpool tubsbull Queen or king beds offer
Tempur-Pedic Dream Spa mattressesbull Large 1400 sq ft conference center and pet friendly
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Award winning Courtyard by Marriott in the heart of Boone
Heated indoor pool fitness center and hot tub
Beautiful outdoor Courtyard with cozy fire pit
Spacious guest rooms and suites plus 1000 square feet of meeting space
Free enhanced Wi-Fi access and amp flat screen HD-TV in guest rooms
The Bistro on-site restaurant and bar open for breakfast amp dinner
24-Hour Starbucks and Market
Smoke free environment
1050 Highway 105 Boone North Carolina 28607
1-828-265-7676 | wwwmarriottcomhkybn
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bull Indoor Pool bull Free High-Speed Internet
bull Complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffet
bull The hotel is located within easy reach of Appalachian State University Grandfather Mountain the best ski slopes in the area and other attractions
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES BY CARLSON818 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-264-4234
QUALITY INN AND SUITES840 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-266-1100
bull Free Hot Breakfast
bull Guest Rooms amp Suites bull Cable Satellite TV
bull High-Speed Internet bull Free Parking
bull Indoor Heated Swimming Pool
bull Meeting Space amp Board Room
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bull One mile to ASU
bull All rooms are Suites
bull Microwave Refrigerator Sleeper Sofa
bull Complimentary ldquoSavory Startsrdquo Breakfast
bull Large Indoor Pool and Game Room
1184 Highway 105
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1184 Highway 105
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ALPEN ACRES MOTEL(888) 297-7981318 Old Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwalpenacrescomLocated on scenic hilltop 14 mile from Blue Ridge Parkway Separate chalet for 2 AAA-approved
BAYMONT INN amp SUITES(828) 264-00771075 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwbaymontinnscom100 nonsmoking rooms Free continental Breakfast free internet HBO Heated indoor Pool and spa
BOONE TRAIL MOTEL (828) 264-8839275 E King Street Boone NC 28607Near Danrsquol Boone Inn and ASU Picnic area Apartments sleep 8
COMFORT SUITES(866) 854-5959 bull (828) 268-00991184 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES(828) 264-4234 bull (800) 596-2375818 E King Street Boone NC 28607wwwcountryinnscomJacuzzi suites and two-room suites available Indoor heated pool whirlpool and fitness center
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT(828) 265-76761050 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwmarriottcomBoones newest hotel the Marriott Courtyard with 100 rooms opened in January 2012 The new state-of-the-art lobby at Courtyard provides greater flexibility and choices for our guests Suites and meeting room also available
FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES(828) 268-0677 bull (866) 871-7425 2060 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607 wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar Meeting space for 20-100 people
GREENErsquoS MOTEL(828) 264-88451377 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607Large well-furnished rooms with scenic views private balconies
HIDDEN VALLEY MOTEL (828) 963-43728725 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607wwwhiddenvalleymotelcomSmall family run motel attractive gardens near attractions and skiing
HIGHLAND HILLS MOTEL (828) 264-2277 bull (800) 948-5276wwwhighlandhillscabinscomCottages rooms units with Jacuzzi wireless Internet Cabins sleep up to 11 people
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS (828) 264-2451 bull (888) SEE-MTNS1943 Blowing Rock Road Boone NC wwwexpressboonecom Close to area attractions and ASU Bridal amp executive suites with Jacuzzi In-room coffee and exercise facility
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES(828) 262-1234 165 Hwy 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwLQcomBeautiful mountain lodge featuring indoor pool hot tub exercise room and high speed wireless Internet Suites with Jacuzzi tub and some with fireplaces Meeting facility will hold up to 250 people Pet Friendly
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QUALITY INN amp SUITES (828) 266-1100 bull 840 E King Street Boone wwwchoicehotelscomnorth-carolinaboonequality-inn-hotelsnc790 Close to downtown Boone and across from shopping and theater Free hot breakfast and indoor pool Pet Friendly
SLEEP INN(828) 262-0020 163 Highway 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwsleepinncomFree continental breakfast heated outdoor pool game room high speed Internet access Close to downtown Boone and ASU
SMOKETREE LODGE(800) 422-1880 bull (828) 963-650511914 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsmoketree-lodgecomBetween Boone amp Banner Elk Fully furnished condos with cable TV jacuzzi sauna game room
SUPER 8 MOTEL OF BOONE(828) 264-4133 bull (800) 560-59422419 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwsuper8boonecomComplimentary continental breakfast free local calls hair dryers senior discounts fax service available elevators indoor pool
BED amp BREAKFASTSCAROLINA MOUNTAIN LODGE(831) 601-7820 467 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC 28607wwwcarolinamountainlodgecomCarolina Mountain Lodge is a newly opened bed and breakfast and offers 5 luxurious uniquely themed guest rooms It is only 5 minutes away from the Blue Ridge Parkway and 12 minutes from downtown Boone
INN AT LITTLE POND(828) 297-1011 208 Valle Cay Dr Valle Crucis NC 28692 wwwncinncomThis enchanting inn a sophisticated country house with exceptional style and quiet simplicity is nestled amidst a pine grove and pastoral mountain meadow The innkeepers have put charm back into everyday life at this classic 1900 farmhouse filling it with a sense of conviviality and warmth
LAZY BEAR LODGE (828) 963-9201 315 Lazy Bear Trail Vilas NC 28691 wwwlazy-bear-lodgecomA bed amp breakfast retreat situated in beautiful Valle Crucis The lodge is only minutes from Boone Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway and offers large comfortable porches sweeping panoramic mountain views and plenty of privacy
LOVILL HOUSE INN B amp B(800) 849-9466 bull (828) 264-4204404 Old Bristol Road Boone NC 28607wwwlovillhouseinncomExperience the ultimate in AAA Four-Diamond Award amenities services and hospitality at this historic six-guest room farmhouse BampB on eleven wooded acres in Boone Less than one mile from ASU campus shopping and dining Mid-week business rates available Children over 12 welcome Non-smoking environment
THE MAST FARM INN(888) 963-5857 bull (828) 963-58572543 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwMastFarmInncomLocated in Valle Crucis NC the inn is a reknowned full service bed amp breakfast The 1800s farmhouse is on the National Register of Historic Places and offers guest rooms private getaway cottages fine dining and great wines
MOUNTAINSIDE LODGE B amp B(828) 963-4006 bull (877) 687-43331709 Broadstone RdBanner Elk NC 28604wwwmountainsidelodgebbcom The utmost in southern hospitality along with spectacular mountain views and serenity awaits you at this rustic and elegantly designed log home The lodge offers a relaxing atmosphere spacious guest rooms with private baths a full homemade breakfast and more
404 Old Bristol Rd Boone NC | 1-800-849-9466 | wwwlovillhouseinncom
Experience genuine country hospitality in our historic farm house on 11 wooded acres in Boone Six guest rooms with private baths cable
TVs Wi-Fi AC fireplaces and phones Full breakfast included
2015 Excellence Award Winner
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THE TAYLOR HOUSE INN(800) 963-55814584 Hwy 194 S Banner Elk NC 28604wwwtaylorhouseinncomThe Taylor House Inn is a bed and breakfast known for offering romantic getaways hosting fabulous family reunions corporate retreats and some of the best weddings in Valle Crucis They have won multiple awards from bedampbreakfastcom and won a 2010 amazing customer service award from the Boone Area Chamber
VALLE CRUCIS BED amp BREAKFAST (828) 963-25252171 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwvallecrucisbandbcomThe Valle Crucis B amp B offers majestic views of the River Run Horse Farm and blends todayrsquos finest amenities for a mountain experience you wonrsquot soon forget Select a room in the main bed amp breakfast with breathtaking front porch views or relax in one of their uniquely decorated themed suites
CONFERENCECENTERS
ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 693 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingorgintl- meditation-center-usa
VALLE CRUCIS CONFERENCE CENTER(828) 963-4453146 Skiles Way Banner Elk NC 28604wwwhighsouthcomvallecrucisThe Valle Crucis Conference Center is a Year Round Retreat Facility Serving a Wide Range of Church Family and other Non-Profit Groups
RESORTS amp SPAS ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 639 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingretreatcenterorgRestful rooms with incredible views spa delicious vegetarian dining yoga and meditation available
CRESTWOOD(828) 963-66463236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone NC 28607 wwwcrestwoodnccomThe essence of an intimate country inn while offering all the indulgences of a grand resort A luxurious boutique resort gourmet restaurant and spa
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shulls Mill Road Boone NC 28607wwwhoundearscomA 750 acre lodge and luxury resort in a gated community Golf tennis heated pool dining room lounge
WESTGLOW RESORT amp SPA(800) 562-0807 bull (828) 295-4463224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwwestglowcomTravel and Leisure Magazinersquos Worldrsquos Best Awards Survey has named Westglow as ldquothe number two destination spa in the worldrdquo Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains the elegant Greek Revival mansion is the perfect place to renew mind body and spirit
BLOWING ROCK
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Y WILLOW VALLEY RESORT (828) 963-6551350 Bairds Creek Road Vilas NC 28692wwwwillowvalley-resortcomCabins condos and chalets 9 hole par 3 golf course and tennis on site Located within 10 miles of Boone Blowing Rock Valle Crucis and ASU
YONAHLOSSEE RESORT amp CLUB (800) 962-1986 bull (828) 963-6400226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607wwwyonahlosseecomA natural resort where families gather and couples celebrate Offering intimate inn rooms cozy cottages and elegant vacation home rentals in the heart of the mountains Indoor amp outdoor Tennis indoor pool fitness center and fine dining at the Gamekeeper Restaurant
CAMPGROUNDSBLUE BEAR MOUNTAIN CAMP(828) 406-4226196 Blue Bear Mountain RdTodd NC 28684wwwbluebearmountaincom
BOONE KOA(828) 264-7250123 Harmony Mountain LaneBoone NC 28607wwwkoacomcampgroundsbooneOpen May 1 - Oct 31
FLINTLOCK FAMILY CAMPGROUND(888) 850-9997171 Flintlock Campground DriveBoone NC 28607wwwflintlockcampgroundcomOpen April-October
GRANDFATHER CAMPGROUND(800) 788-2582 bull (828) 355-4535Highway 105 near Foscoe NCwwwgrandfatherrvcomOpen year round
HONEY BEAR CAMPGROUND (828) 963-4586229 Honey Bear Campground RoadBoone NC 28607wwwhoneybearcampgroundcom
VANDERPOOL CAMPGROUND(828) 297-3486120 Campground Road Vilas NC 28692wwwvanderpoolcampgroundcomOpen Year-round
CABINS COTTAGES amp CONDOS
5 BOYS RETREATwwwvrbocom433105
A AND W MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 898-9188wwwaandwrentalscom
A BEARrsquoS DEN(704) 258-4665107 Apple Ridge Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwabearsdencom
A STARRY NIGHT LODGE(704) 619-5401216 Veronica Way Vilas NC 28692wwwvrbocom444251
ADArsquoS COTTAGES(828) 295-7983wwwvrbocom335490
ADLERHORST(919) 802-4924Boone Areawwwmountaincabinnccom
ANDERSON REALTY amp RENTALS(828) 262-0043184 N Water Street 13 Boone NC 28607wwwrentourcabinscom
ANDREArsquoS CABINS(828) 964-9005wwwandreascabinscom
APPALACHIAN LOG CABIN RENTALS(919) 625-1197160 Sassyfrass Lane Boone NC 28607wwwappalachianlogcabincom
APPALACHIAN SKI MTN LODGING(828) 295-7828940 Ski Mountain RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605 wwwappskimtncom
APPALACHIAN SUNSET CABIN(704) 607-8910165 Sunset Springs DrBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwvrbocom408243
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AROUND THE BEND CABIN(954) 570-9256Boone Areawwwvrbocom126989
ASHEMORE LUXURY RENTALS(828) 963-7310120 Honey Bear Campground RdBoone NC 28607wwwBooneLuxuryRentalscom
AT YOUR WITS END VACATION RENTALS(800) 774-3493 bull (828) 264-3535719 Greenway Rd Boone NC 28607wwwwitsendrentalscom
AUNT BIRDIErsquoS PLACE(828) 295-0988wwwvrbocom469820
BANNER ELK MOUNTAIN CABINS(828) 387-1209wwwbannerelkmtncabinscom
BEAR TREE CABINValle Crucis NCwwwvrbocom137753
BERRY HILL COTTAGE(919) 772-7166Ka4puvcomberryhillhtml
BEULAHLAND CABINS(828) 963-3443 bull (800) 990-8209 632 N Pine Run Road Boone NC 28607wwwbeulahlandcabinscom
BIRDSONG LOG CABIN RENTALS(704) 906-0856328 Shores Way Boone NC 28607wwwbirdsongcabincom
BLOWING ROCK MOUNTAIN VIEW DUPLEX(828) 295-3763 bull (877) 237-3763149 Old Johnrsquos River RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605
BLOWING ROCK PROPERTIES(800) 849-01471059 Main St Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockmountaincabinscom
BLOWING ROCK RESORT RENTALS(828) 295-9899 bull (866)-800-9899232 Ransom StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockresortrentalscom
BLUE RIDGE BLISSwwwvrbocom494656
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN LODGE(828) 310-1880 or (828) 310-6600wwwblueridgemountainlodgecom
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN RENTALS(800) 237-7975 (828) 295-74007595 Valley RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblueridgerentalscom
BLUE RIDGE VACATION CABINS(828) 963-2393 bull (866) 880-1372120 Honey Bear Campground Road Boone NC 28607wwwblueridgevacationcabinscom
BOONE CABIN RENTALS(828) 262-0978 bull (800) 282-25071460 Snaggy Mtn BlvdBoone NC 28607wwwboonecabinscom
BOONE VACATION CABINS (828) 964-0430175 Bairdrsquos Drive Boone NC 28607wwwboonevacationcabinscom
BROADSTONE COTTAGE(828) 406-00672756 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis NCwwwbroadstonecottagecom
BROOKWOOD CABIN(912) 658-2575wwwvrbocom273535
CAROLINA CABIN RENTALS(828) 295-6000 197 Old US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwcarolinacabinrentalscom
CHALET ALPINE(704) 839-3343wwwvrbocom507853
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Y CHEADLE CHALET(336) 765-0900 512 Deer Run Deep Gap NC 28618 wwwvrbocom92962
CREEKSIDE COTTAGE(919) 622-4943144 Spice Apple WayBanner Elk NC 28604wwwgrandfathermountaincabinscom
DAYrsquoS MOUNTAIN RETREAT(727) 580-5999wwwvrbocom311959
ELITE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES(828) 295-6861153 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwelitemountainpropertiescom
FALL CREEK VACATION RENTALS(336) 877-31311105 Fall Creek RoadFleetwood NC 28626wwwfallcreekvacationrentalscom
FAMILY LODGE(786) 210-4787wwwvrbocom3949230ha
FOSCOE RENTALS(800) 723-7341 bull (828) 963-8142133 Echota Pkwy Boone NC 28607 wwwfoscoerentalscom
GRANDFATHER CABINS(828) 355-4535 bull (800) 788-2582125 Profile View Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfatherrvcom
HEART OF THE HIGH COUNTRY REALTY(336) 877-25653899 Railroad Grade RoadTodd NC 28684wwwtoddcabinrentalscom
HEMLOCK RIDGE CABIN(888) 547-7598 bull (336) 998-5252 526 Spice Bottom TrailBanner Elk NC 28604wwwhemlockridgenccom
HIGH COUNTRY CABIN RENTALS(855) 651-48326236 Hwy 321 S Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwhccabinrentalscom
HIGH COUNTRY HIDE-AWAY(336) 926-3022wwwvrbocom45160
HOLTON MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 264-3644480 Hwy 105 ExtensionBoone NC 28607 wwwholtonmountainrentalscom
HOUND EARS RENTALS(828) 963-4301 328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Boone NC 28607 wwwhoundearscom
HUMMINGBIRD HILL CABIN VILLAGE (914) 455-3609 Boone NC wwwhummingbirdhillcabinscom
JENKINS RENTALS (800) 438-7803 bull (828) 295-9888452 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwjenkinsrentalscom
JUST BUILT LOG CABIN - HOWARD CREEK FALLS(828) 263-8349351 Doe Ridge Boone NC 28607
KILKELLY CABINS(828) 264-70763649 Jakes Mountain RoadBoone NC 28607wwwkilkellycabinscom
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MILL RIDGE VACATION RENTALS(828) 963-4900229 Clubhouse Drive Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwmillridgeresortscom
MOUNTAIN CREEK RETREAT (828) 898-9771 bull (828) 387-18463731 Winklers Creek Road Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwmountaincreekretreatcom
MOUNTAIN RETREATS REALTY (828) 963-6325 bull (800) 819-76474840 Highway 105 Suite 3 Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwncmountainretreatscom
MOUNTAIN SONG CABIN(828) 572-3257 139 Mountain Street Vilas NC 28692 wwwmountainsongcabincom
MOUNTAIN VIEW REALTY(828) 295-3554 bull (888) 245-7923960 Main StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwmountain-view-realtycom
MOUNTAINAIRE LOG CABINS(828) 295-7991wwwmountainaireinncomrustic-cabins
MT SINAI CABIN(704) 361-9729wwwvrbocom280893
OLD FARMHOUSE AT WILLET PONDS (828) 297-4653 bull (828) 297-95711601 Willet Miller RoadTodd NC 28684 wwwgoldencockerelcom
OWLrsquoS ROOST(336) 299-1851wwwvrbocom328149
PARKWAY CABINS (866) 679-3002 bull (828) 262-5024749 Turkey Knob Boone NC 28607wwwparkwaycabinscom
RIVERSIDE LOG CABIN RENTALS (828) 264-2792 bull (800) 774-3493129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwriversidelogcabinscom
SERENITY FALLS 9710 Elk Creek RoadDeep Gap NC 28618wwwserenity-fallscom
SHOOK CREEK CABIN(828) 963-0056614 Tom Shook RoadBanner Elk NC 28604 wwwvacationrentaldirectcomvacation-rentals7816htm
SONGBIRD CABIN(828) 964-6322Sugar Grove NCwwwsongbirdcabincom
SUGAR BEARrsquoS OVERLOOK CABIN(919) 468-9986Sugar Grove NC wwwfreewebscomsugarbearoverlookcabin
SWISS MOUNTAIN VILLAGE(828) 295-33732324 Flat Top RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwswissmountaincom
TAYLORrsquoS COZY RIVER(704) 437-1090wwwvrbocom616454
TROUTSONG(828) 773-62523149 Howardrsquos Creek RdBoone NC 28607wwwvrbocom123144
TWISTED LAUREL CABIN(919) 818-8249wwwvrbocom231107
VALLE CRUCIS LOG CABIN RENTALS(828) 963-77743657 Broadstone RoadValle Crucis NC 28691wwwlogcabinrentalscom
WHITE FENCE FARM ndash DOWNTOWN BOONE RENTAL(828) 964-6767270 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwwhitefencefarmrentalscomdowntown-boone-rental
WINGROVE MOUNTAIN CHALET(828) 963-6877 163 Moore Mtn Road Vilas NC 28692 wwwwingrovechaletcom
WINKLERrsquoS CREEK CABINS (828) 264-2863380 Indian Springs RunBoone NC 28607 wwwwinklerscreekcabinscom
WOLFrsquoS DEN(704) 906-6645wwwvrbocom435108
YONAHLOSSEE ACCOMMODATIONS (800) 962-1986226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607 wwwyonahlosseecom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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FALL IN BOONE
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From the stunning vistas of the Blue Ridge Parkway to the peaceful beauty of
Valle Crucis the Boone area is a blaze of color during leaf season The spectacular color palette against a Carolina blue sky is world famous Fall also features the excitement of Appalachian State Mountaineer football arts amp craft shows and signature events like the Boone Heritage Festival the Valle Country Fair and the Woolly Worm Festival
Fall is the perfect time for a pre-holiday shopping trip to Boone With the Original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis Tanger Outlets antique stores and specialty shops in quaint downtowns you will find something for everyone on your list The Boone area is famous for its Fraser Fir Christmas trees and our large concentration of ldquochoose amp cutrdquo tree farms So step away from the artificial trees and bring the family to Boone to pick out your farm fresh Christmas tree this year You donrsquot even have to bring a saw Pick out the perfect tree and the farm staff will cut it net it and secure it to your vehicle Many of the area farms offer hayrides music hot chocolate and apple cider to further enhance the experience And if itrsquos cold enough to make snow many of the area ski resorts open in late November and offer great early ski season deals
Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
September 71˚ 52˚
October 63˚ 41˚
November 53˚ 32˚
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With three area ski resorts (Appalachian Ski Mountain Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain) all within a 20 mile radius Boone is considered the ski capital
of the South This year Sugar Mountain Resort will open a new high-speed six passenger chairlift that will take you to their 5300-foot peak in five minutes In the Boone area snow making technology just keeps getting better so slope conditions stay more consistent Bring your own equipment or rent everything when you get here Need a lesson No problem Appalachian Ski Mountain is home to the French Swiss Ski School the best known ski school in the Southeast where they have taught over a million people from ages 4 to 88 how to ski In addition to downhill skiing winter activities include snowboarding ice skating sledding snowshoeing cross country skiing and snow tubing The Boone area is home to Hawksnest Snow Tubing one of the largest snow tubing operations on the East Coast with 30 lanes and even winter ziplining if conditions allow
After your day of winter fun cozy up by the fire check out our local breweries or enjoy one of our signature restaurants for a warm hearty meal Winter in the mountains is a magical time The people of Boone are warm and friendly and invite you to come and enjoy just the right amount of adventure
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Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
December 45˚ 26˚
January 42˚ 23˚
February 44˚ 24˚
WINTER IN BOONE
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SUPER 8 2419 NC 105 BOONE NC 28607PHONE 828-264-4133
SLEEP INN BOONE NC163 HWY 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-0020
bull Newly Renovatedbull CableSatellite TVbull Free Local Callsbull In-Room Coffee Makerbull Free Wireless High-Speed Internet bull And Morebull Located only one mile from
Appalachian State University
WWWVISITBOONECOM
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES165 NC 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-1234
bull Newly Renovatedbull Free High-Speed Internetbull Refrigerators bull Microwave Ovensbull Select rooms feature fireplaces and whirlpool tubsbull Queen or king beds offer
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Award winning Courtyard by Marriott in the heart of Boone
Heated indoor pool fitness center and hot tub
Beautiful outdoor Courtyard with cozy fire pit
Spacious guest rooms and suites plus 1000 square feet of meeting space
Free enhanced Wi-Fi access and amp flat screen HD-TV in guest rooms
The Bistro on-site restaurant and bar open for breakfast amp dinner
24-Hour Starbucks and Market
Smoke free environment
1050 Highway 105 Boone North Carolina 28607
1-828-265-7676 | wwwmarriottcomhkybn
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COUNTRY INN AND SUITES BY CARLSON818 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-264-4234
QUALITY INN AND SUITES840 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-266-1100
bull Free Hot Breakfast
bull Guest Rooms amp Suites bull Cable Satellite TV
bull High-Speed Internet bull Free Parking
bull Indoor Heated Swimming Pool
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bull All rooms are Suites
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bull Large Indoor Pool and Game Room
1184 Highway 105
8282680099
bull Only two miles to ASU
bull Walk to a variety of restaurants
bull Indoor Pool amp Fitness Room
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1184 Highway 105
8282680099
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PLACES TO STAYHOTELS amp MOTELS
ALPEN ACRES MOTEL(888) 297-7981318 Old Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwalpenacrescomLocated on scenic hilltop 14 mile from Blue Ridge Parkway Separate chalet for 2 AAA-approved
BAYMONT INN amp SUITES(828) 264-00771075 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwbaymontinnscom100 nonsmoking rooms Free continental Breakfast free internet HBO Heated indoor Pool and spa
BOONE TRAIL MOTEL (828) 264-8839275 E King Street Boone NC 28607Near Danrsquol Boone Inn and ASU Picnic area Apartments sleep 8
COMFORT SUITES(866) 854-5959 bull (828) 268-00991184 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES(828) 264-4234 bull (800) 596-2375818 E King Street Boone NC 28607wwwcountryinnscomJacuzzi suites and two-room suites available Indoor heated pool whirlpool and fitness center
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT(828) 265-76761050 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwmarriottcomBoones newest hotel the Marriott Courtyard with 100 rooms opened in January 2012 The new state-of-the-art lobby at Courtyard provides greater flexibility and choices for our guests Suites and meeting room also available
FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES(828) 268-0677 bull (866) 871-7425 2060 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607 wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar Meeting space for 20-100 people
GREENErsquoS MOTEL(828) 264-88451377 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607Large well-furnished rooms with scenic views private balconies
HIDDEN VALLEY MOTEL (828) 963-43728725 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607wwwhiddenvalleymotelcomSmall family run motel attractive gardens near attractions and skiing
HIGHLAND HILLS MOTEL (828) 264-2277 bull (800) 948-5276wwwhighlandhillscabinscomCottages rooms units with Jacuzzi wireless Internet Cabins sleep up to 11 people
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS (828) 264-2451 bull (888) SEE-MTNS1943 Blowing Rock Road Boone NC wwwexpressboonecom Close to area attractions and ASU Bridal amp executive suites with Jacuzzi In-room coffee and exercise facility
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES(828) 262-1234 165 Hwy 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwLQcomBeautiful mountain lodge featuring indoor pool hot tub exercise room and high speed wireless Internet Suites with Jacuzzi tub and some with fireplaces Meeting facility will hold up to 250 people Pet Friendly
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QUALITY INN amp SUITES (828) 266-1100 bull 840 E King Street Boone wwwchoicehotelscomnorth-carolinaboonequality-inn-hotelsnc790 Close to downtown Boone and across from shopping and theater Free hot breakfast and indoor pool Pet Friendly
SLEEP INN(828) 262-0020 163 Highway 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwsleepinncomFree continental breakfast heated outdoor pool game room high speed Internet access Close to downtown Boone and ASU
SMOKETREE LODGE(800) 422-1880 bull (828) 963-650511914 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsmoketree-lodgecomBetween Boone amp Banner Elk Fully furnished condos with cable TV jacuzzi sauna game room
SUPER 8 MOTEL OF BOONE(828) 264-4133 bull (800) 560-59422419 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwsuper8boonecomComplimentary continental breakfast free local calls hair dryers senior discounts fax service available elevators indoor pool
BED amp BREAKFASTSCAROLINA MOUNTAIN LODGE(831) 601-7820 467 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC 28607wwwcarolinamountainlodgecomCarolina Mountain Lodge is a newly opened bed and breakfast and offers 5 luxurious uniquely themed guest rooms It is only 5 minutes away from the Blue Ridge Parkway and 12 minutes from downtown Boone
INN AT LITTLE POND(828) 297-1011 208 Valle Cay Dr Valle Crucis NC 28692 wwwncinncomThis enchanting inn a sophisticated country house with exceptional style and quiet simplicity is nestled amidst a pine grove and pastoral mountain meadow The innkeepers have put charm back into everyday life at this classic 1900 farmhouse filling it with a sense of conviviality and warmth
LAZY BEAR LODGE (828) 963-9201 315 Lazy Bear Trail Vilas NC 28691 wwwlazy-bear-lodgecomA bed amp breakfast retreat situated in beautiful Valle Crucis The lodge is only minutes from Boone Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway and offers large comfortable porches sweeping panoramic mountain views and plenty of privacy
LOVILL HOUSE INN B amp B(800) 849-9466 bull (828) 264-4204404 Old Bristol Road Boone NC 28607wwwlovillhouseinncomExperience the ultimate in AAA Four-Diamond Award amenities services and hospitality at this historic six-guest room farmhouse BampB on eleven wooded acres in Boone Less than one mile from ASU campus shopping and dining Mid-week business rates available Children over 12 welcome Non-smoking environment
THE MAST FARM INN(888) 963-5857 bull (828) 963-58572543 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwMastFarmInncomLocated in Valle Crucis NC the inn is a reknowned full service bed amp breakfast The 1800s farmhouse is on the National Register of Historic Places and offers guest rooms private getaway cottages fine dining and great wines
MOUNTAINSIDE LODGE B amp B(828) 963-4006 bull (877) 687-43331709 Broadstone RdBanner Elk NC 28604wwwmountainsidelodgebbcom The utmost in southern hospitality along with spectacular mountain views and serenity awaits you at this rustic and elegantly designed log home The lodge offers a relaxing atmosphere spacious guest rooms with private baths a full homemade breakfast and more
404 Old Bristol Rd Boone NC | 1-800-849-9466 | wwwlovillhouseinncom
Experience genuine country hospitality in our historic farm house on 11 wooded acres in Boone Six guest rooms with private baths cable
TVs Wi-Fi AC fireplaces and phones Full breakfast included
2015 Excellence Award Winner
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THE TAYLOR HOUSE INN(800) 963-55814584 Hwy 194 S Banner Elk NC 28604wwwtaylorhouseinncomThe Taylor House Inn is a bed and breakfast known for offering romantic getaways hosting fabulous family reunions corporate retreats and some of the best weddings in Valle Crucis They have won multiple awards from bedampbreakfastcom and won a 2010 amazing customer service award from the Boone Area Chamber
VALLE CRUCIS BED amp BREAKFAST (828) 963-25252171 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwvallecrucisbandbcomThe Valle Crucis B amp B offers majestic views of the River Run Horse Farm and blends todayrsquos finest amenities for a mountain experience you wonrsquot soon forget Select a room in the main bed amp breakfast with breathtaking front porch views or relax in one of their uniquely decorated themed suites
CONFERENCECENTERS
ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 693 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingorgintl- meditation-center-usa
VALLE CRUCIS CONFERENCE CENTER(828) 963-4453146 Skiles Way Banner Elk NC 28604wwwhighsouthcomvallecrucisThe Valle Crucis Conference Center is a Year Round Retreat Facility Serving a Wide Range of Church Family and other Non-Profit Groups
RESORTS amp SPAS ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 639 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingretreatcenterorgRestful rooms with incredible views spa delicious vegetarian dining yoga and meditation available
CRESTWOOD(828) 963-66463236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone NC 28607 wwwcrestwoodnccomThe essence of an intimate country inn while offering all the indulgences of a grand resort A luxurious boutique resort gourmet restaurant and spa
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shulls Mill Road Boone NC 28607wwwhoundearscomA 750 acre lodge and luxury resort in a gated community Golf tennis heated pool dining room lounge
WESTGLOW RESORT amp SPA(800) 562-0807 bull (828) 295-4463224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwwestglowcomTravel and Leisure Magazinersquos Worldrsquos Best Awards Survey has named Westglow as ldquothe number two destination spa in the worldrdquo Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains the elegant Greek Revival mansion is the perfect place to renew mind body and spirit
BLOWING ROCK
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Y WILLOW VALLEY RESORT (828) 963-6551350 Bairds Creek Road Vilas NC 28692wwwwillowvalley-resortcomCabins condos and chalets 9 hole par 3 golf course and tennis on site Located within 10 miles of Boone Blowing Rock Valle Crucis and ASU
YONAHLOSSEE RESORT amp CLUB (800) 962-1986 bull (828) 963-6400226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607wwwyonahlosseecomA natural resort where families gather and couples celebrate Offering intimate inn rooms cozy cottages and elegant vacation home rentals in the heart of the mountains Indoor amp outdoor Tennis indoor pool fitness center and fine dining at the Gamekeeper Restaurant
CAMPGROUNDSBLUE BEAR MOUNTAIN CAMP(828) 406-4226196 Blue Bear Mountain RdTodd NC 28684wwwbluebearmountaincom
BOONE KOA(828) 264-7250123 Harmony Mountain LaneBoone NC 28607wwwkoacomcampgroundsbooneOpen May 1 - Oct 31
FLINTLOCK FAMILY CAMPGROUND(888) 850-9997171 Flintlock Campground DriveBoone NC 28607wwwflintlockcampgroundcomOpen April-October
GRANDFATHER CAMPGROUND(800) 788-2582 bull (828) 355-4535Highway 105 near Foscoe NCwwwgrandfatherrvcomOpen year round
HONEY BEAR CAMPGROUND (828) 963-4586229 Honey Bear Campground RoadBoone NC 28607wwwhoneybearcampgroundcom
VANDERPOOL CAMPGROUND(828) 297-3486120 Campground Road Vilas NC 28692wwwvanderpoolcampgroundcomOpen Year-round
CABINS COTTAGES amp CONDOS
5 BOYS RETREATwwwvrbocom433105
A AND W MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 898-9188wwwaandwrentalscom
A BEARrsquoS DEN(704) 258-4665107 Apple Ridge Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwabearsdencom
A STARRY NIGHT LODGE(704) 619-5401216 Veronica Way Vilas NC 28692wwwvrbocom444251
ADArsquoS COTTAGES(828) 295-7983wwwvrbocom335490
ADLERHORST(919) 802-4924Boone Areawwwmountaincabinnccom
ANDERSON REALTY amp RENTALS(828) 262-0043184 N Water Street 13 Boone NC 28607wwwrentourcabinscom
ANDREArsquoS CABINS(828) 964-9005wwwandreascabinscom
APPALACHIAN LOG CABIN RENTALS(919) 625-1197160 Sassyfrass Lane Boone NC 28607wwwappalachianlogcabincom
APPALACHIAN SKI MTN LODGING(828) 295-7828940 Ski Mountain RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605 wwwappskimtncom
APPALACHIAN SUNSET CABIN(704) 607-8910165 Sunset Springs DrBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwvrbocom408243
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AROUND THE BEND CABIN(954) 570-9256Boone Areawwwvrbocom126989
ASHEMORE LUXURY RENTALS(828) 963-7310120 Honey Bear Campground RdBoone NC 28607wwwBooneLuxuryRentalscom
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AUNT BIRDIErsquoS PLACE(828) 295-0988wwwvrbocom469820
BANNER ELK MOUNTAIN CABINS(828) 387-1209wwwbannerelkmtncabinscom
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BEULAHLAND CABINS(828) 963-3443 bull (800) 990-8209 632 N Pine Run Road Boone NC 28607wwwbeulahlandcabinscom
BIRDSONG LOG CABIN RENTALS(704) 906-0856328 Shores Way Boone NC 28607wwwbirdsongcabincom
BLOWING ROCK MOUNTAIN VIEW DUPLEX(828) 295-3763 bull (877) 237-3763149 Old Johnrsquos River RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605
BLOWING ROCK PROPERTIES(800) 849-01471059 Main St Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockmountaincabinscom
BLOWING ROCK RESORT RENTALS(828) 295-9899 bull (866)-800-9899232 Ransom StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockresortrentalscom
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SONGBIRD CABIN(828) 964-6322Sugar Grove NCwwwsongbirdcabincom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
PLACES TO PLAY
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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Y THE CHILDRENrsquoS PLAYHOUSE(828) 263-0011400 Tracy Circle Boonewwwgoplayhouseorg
FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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From the stunning vistas of the Blue Ridge Parkway to the peaceful beauty of
Valle Crucis the Boone area is a blaze of color during leaf season The spectacular color palette against a Carolina blue sky is world famous Fall also features the excitement of Appalachian State Mountaineer football arts amp craft shows and signature events like the Boone Heritage Festival the Valle Country Fair and the Woolly Worm Festival
Fall is the perfect time for a pre-holiday shopping trip to Boone With the Original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis Tanger Outlets antique stores and specialty shops in quaint downtowns you will find something for everyone on your list The Boone area is famous for its Fraser Fir Christmas trees and our large concentration of ldquochoose amp cutrdquo tree farms So step away from the artificial trees and bring the family to Boone to pick out your farm fresh Christmas tree this year You donrsquot even have to bring a saw Pick out the perfect tree and the farm staff will cut it net it and secure it to your vehicle Many of the area farms offer hayrides music hot chocolate and apple cider to further enhance the experience And if itrsquos cold enough to make snow many of the area ski resorts open in late November and offer great early ski season deals
Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
September 71˚ 52˚
October 63˚ 41˚
November 53˚ 32˚
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With three area ski resorts (Appalachian Ski Mountain Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain) all within a 20 mile radius Boone is considered the ski capital
of the South This year Sugar Mountain Resort will open a new high-speed six passenger chairlift that will take you to their 5300-foot peak in five minutes In the Boone area snow making technology just keeps getting better so slope conditions stay more consistent Bring your own equipment or rent everything when you get here Need a lesson No problem Appalachian Ski Mountain is home to the French Swiss Ski School the best known ski school in the Southeast where they have taught over a million people from ages 4 to 88 how to ski In addition to downhill skiing winter activities include snowboarding ice skating sledding snowshoeing cross country skiing and snow tubing The Boone area is home to Hawksnest Snow Tubing one of the largest snow tubing operations on the East Coast with 30 lanes and even winter ziplining if conditions allow
After your day of winter fun cozy up by the fire check out our local breweries or enjoy one of our signature restaurants for a warm hearty meal Winter in the mountains is a magical time The people of Boone are warm and friendly and invite you to come and enjoy just the right amount of adventure
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Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
December 45˚ 26˚
January 42˚ 23˚
February 44˚ 24˚
WINTER IN BOONE
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SUPER 8 2419 NC 105 BOONE NC 28607PHONE 828-264-4133
SLEEP INN BOONE NC163 HWY 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-0020
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LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES165 NC 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-1234
bull Newly Renovatedbull Free High-Speed Internetbull Refrigerators bull Microwave Ovensbull Select rooms feature fireplaces and whirlpool tubsbull Queen or king beds offer
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Award winning Courtyard by Marriott in the heart of Boone
Heated indoor pool fitness center and hot tub
Beautiful outdoor Courtyard with cozy fire pit
Spacious guest rooms and suites plus 1000 square feet of meeting space
Free enhanced Wi-Fi access and amp flat screen HD-TV in guest rooms
The Bistro on-site restaurant and bar open for breakfast amp dinner
24-Hour Starbucks and Market
Smoke free environment
1050 Highway 105 Boone North Carolina 28607
1-828-265-7676 | wwwmarriottcomhkybn
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COUNTRY INN AND SUITES BY CARLSON818 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-264-4234
QUALITY INN AND SUITES840 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-266-1100
bull Free Hot Breakfast
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1184 Highway 105
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PLACES TO STAYHOTELS amp MOTELS
ALPEN ACRES MOTEL(888) 297-7981318 Old Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwalpenacrescomLocated on scenic hilltop 14 mile from Blue Ridge Parkway Separate chalet for 2 AAA-approved
BAYMONT INN amp SUITES(828) 264-00771075 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwbaymontinnscom100 nonsmoking rooms Free continental Breakfast free internet HBO Heated indoor Pool and spa
BOONE TRAIL MOTEL (828) 264-8839275 E King Street Boone NC 28607Near Danrsquol Boone Inn and ASU Picnic area Apartments sleep 8
COMFORT SUITES(866) 854-5959 bull (828) 268-00991184 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES(828) 264-4234 bull (800) 596-2375818 E King Street Boone NC 28607wwwcountryinnscomJacuzzi suites and two-room suites available Indoor heated pool whirlpool and fitness center
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT(828) 265-76761050 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwmarriottcomBoones newest hotel the Marriott Courtyard with 100 rooms opened in January 2012 The new state-of-the-art lobby at Courtyard provides greater flexibility and choices for our guests Suites and meeting room also available
FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES(828) 268-0677 bull (866) 871-7425 2060 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607 wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar Meeting space for 20-100 people
GREENErsquoS MOTEL(828) 264-88451377 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607Large well-furnished rooms with scenic views private balconies
HIDDEN VALLEY MOTEL (828) 963-43728725 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607wwwhiddenvalleymotelcomSmall family run motel attractive gardens near attractions and skiing
HIGHLAND HILLS MOTEL (828) 264-2277 bull (800) 948-5276wwwhighlandhillscabinscomCottages rooms units with Jacuzzi wireless Internet Cabins sleep up to 11 people
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS (828) 264-2451 bull (888) SEE-MTNS1943 Blowing Rock Road Boone NC wwwexpressboonecom Close to area attractions and ASU Bridal amp executive suites with Jacuzzi In-room coffee and exercise facility
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES(828) 262-1234 165 Hwy 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwLQcomBeautiful mountain lodge featuring indoor pool hot tub exercise room and high speed wireless Internet Suites with Jacuzzi tub and some with fireplaces Meeting facility will hold up to 250 people Pet Friendly
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QUALITY INN amp SUITES (828) 266-1100 bull 840 E King Street Boone wwwchoicehotelscomnorth-carolinaboonequality-inn-hotelsnc790 Close to downtown Boone and across from shopping and theater Free hot breakfast and indoor pool Pet Friendly
SLEEP INN(828) 262-0020 163 Highway 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwsleepinncomFree continental breakfast heated outdoor pool game room high speed Internet access Close to downtown Boone and ASU
SMOKETREE LODGE(800) 422-1880 bull (828) 963-650511914 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsmoketree-lodgecomBetween Boone amp Banner Elk Fully furnished condos with cable TV jacuzzi sauna game room
SUPER 8 MOTEL OF BOONE(828) 264-4133 bull (800) 560-59422419 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwsuper8boonecomComplimentary continental breakfast free local calls hair dryers senior discounts fax service available elevators indoor pool
BED amp BREAKFASTSCAROLINA MOUNTAIN LODGE(831) 601-7820 467 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC 28607wwwcarolinamountainlodgecomCarolina Mountain Lodge is a newly opened bed and breakfast and offers 5 luxurious uniquely themed guest rooms It is only 5 minutes away from the Blue Ridge Parkway and 12 minutes from downtown Boone
INN AT LITTLE POND(828) 297-1011 208 Valle Cay Dr Valle Crucis NC 28692 wwwncinncomThis enchanting inn a sophisticated country house with exceptional style and quiet simplicity is nestled amidst a pine grove and pastoral mountain meadow The innkeepers have put charm back into everyday life at this classic 1900 farmhouse filling it with a sense of conviviality and warmth
LAZY BEAR LODGE (828) 963-9201 315 Lazy Bear Trail Vilas NC 28691 wwwlazy-bear-lodgecomA bed amp breakfast retreat situated in beautiful Valle Crucis The lodge is only minutes from Boone Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway and offers large comfortable porches sweeping panoramic mountain views and plenty of privacy
LOVILL HOUSE INN B amp B(800) 849-9466 bull (828) 264-4204404 Old Bristol Road Boone NC 28607wwwlovillhouseinncomExperience the ultimate in AAA Four-Diamond Award amenities services and hospitality at this historic six-guest room farmhouse BampB on eleven wooded acres in Boone Less than one mile from ASU campus shopping and dining Mid-week business rates available Children over 12 welcome Non-smoking environment
THE MAST FARM INN(888) 963-5857 bull (828) 963-58572543 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwMastFarmInncomLocated in Valle Crucis NC the inn is a reknowned full service bed amp breakfast The 1800s farmhouse is on the National Register of Historic Places and offers guest rooms private getaway cottages fine dining and great wines
MOUNTAINSIDE LODGE B amp B(828) 963-4006 bull (877) 687-43331709 Broadstone RdBanner Elk NC 28604wwwmountainsidelodgebbcom The utmost in southern hospitality along with spectacular mountain views and serenity awaits you at this rustic and elegantly designed log home The lodge offers a relaxing atmosphere spacious guest rooms with private baths a full homemade breakfast and more
404 Old Bristol Rd Boone NC | 1-800-849-9466 | wwwlovillhouseinncom
Experience genuine country hospitality in our historic farm house on 11 wooded acres in Boone Six guest rooms with private baths cable
TVs Wi-Fi AC fireplaces and phones Full breakfast included
2015 Excellence Award Winner
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THE TAYLOR HOUSE INN(800) 963-55814584 Hwy 194 S Banner Elk NC 28604wwwtaylorhouseinncomThe Taylor House Inn is a bed and breakfast known for offering romantic getaways hosting fabulous family reunions corporate retreats and some of the best weddings in Valle Crucis They have won multiple awards from bedampbreakfastcom and won a 2010 amazing customer service award from the Boone Area Chamber
VALLE CRUCIS BED amp BREAKFAST (828) 963-25252171 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwvallecrucisbandbcomThe Valle Crucis B amp B offers majestic views of the River Run Horse Farm and blends todayrsquos finest amenities for a mountain experience you wonrsquot soon forget Select a room in the main bed amp breakfast with breathtaking front porch views or relax in one of their uniquely decorated themed suites
CONFERENCECENTERS
ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 693 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingorgintl- meditation-center-usa
VALLE CRUCIS CONFERENCE CENTER(828) 963-4453146 Skiles Way Banner Elk NC 28604wwwhighsouthcomvallecrucisThe Valle Crucis Conference Center is a Year Round Retreat Facility Serving a Wide Range of Church Family and other Non-Profit Groups
RESORTS amp SPAS ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 639 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingretreatcenterorgRestful rooms with incredible views spa delicious vegetarian dining yoga and meditation available
CRESTWOOD(828) 963-66463236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone NC 28607 wwwcrestwoodnccomThe essence of an intimate country inn while offering all the indulgences of a grand resort A luxurious boutique resort gourmet restaurant and spa
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shulls Mill Road Boone NC 28607wwwhoundearscomA 750 acre lodge and luxury resort in a gated community Golf tennis heated pool dining room lounge
WESTGLOW RESORT amp SPA(800) 562-0807 bull (828) 295-4463224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwwestglowcomTravel and Leisure Magazinersquos Worldrsquos Best Awards Survey has named Westglow as ldquothe number two destination spa in the worldrdquo Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains the elegant Greek Revival mansion is the perfect place to renew mind body and spirit
BLOWING ROCK
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YONAHLOSSEE RESORT amp CLUB (800) 962-1986 bull (828) 963-6400226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607wwwyonahlosseecomA natural resort where families gather and couples celebrate Offering intimate inn rooms cozy cottages and elegant vacation home rentals in the heart of the mountains Indoor amp outdoor Tennis indoor pool fitness center and fine dining at the Gamekeeper Restaurant
CAMPGROUNDSBLUE BEAR MOUNTAIN CAMP(828) 406-4226196 Blue Bear Mountain RdTodd NC 28684wwwbluebearmountaincom
BOONE KOA(828) 264-7250123 Harmony Mountain LaneBoone NC 28607wwwkoacomcampgroundsbooneOpen May 1 - Oct 31
FLINTLOCK FAMILY CAMPGROUND(888) 850-9997171 Flintlock Campground DriveBoone NC 28607wwwflintlockcampgroundcomOpen April-October
GRANDFATHER CAMPGROUND(800) 788-2582 bull (828) 355-4535Highway 105 near Foscoe NCwwwgrandfatherrvcomOpen year round
HONEY BEAR CAMPGROUND (828) 963-4586229 Honey Bear Campground RoadBoone NC 28607wwwhoneybearcampgroundcom
VANDERPOOL CAMPGROUND(828) 297-3486120 Campground Road Vilas NC 28692wwwvanderpoolcampgroundcomOpen Year-round
CABINS COTTAGES amp CONDOS
5 BOYS RETREATwwwvrbocom433105
A AND W MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 898-9188wwwaandwrentalscom
A BEARrsquoS DEN(704) 258-4665107 Apple Ridge Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwabearsdencom
A STARRY NIGHT LODGE(704) 619-5401216 Veronica Way Vilas NC 28692wwwvrbocom444251
ADArsquoS COTTAGES(828) 295-7983wwwvrbocom335490
ADLERHORST(919) 802-4924Boone Areawwwmountaincabinnccom
ANDERSON REALTY amp RENTALS(828) 262-0043184 N Water Street 13 Boone NC 28607wwwrentourcabinscom
ANDREArsquoS CABINS(828) 964-9005wwwandreascabinscom
APPALACHIAN LOG CABIN RENTALS(919) 625-1197160 Sassyfrass Lane Boone NC 28607wwwappalachianlogcabincom
APPALACHIAN SKI MTN LODGING(828) 295-7828940 Ski Mountain RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605 wwwappskimtncom
APPALACHIAN SUNSET CABIN(704) 607-8910165 Sunset Springs DrBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwvrbocom408243
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AROUND THE BEND CABIN(954) 570-9256Boone Areawwwvrbocom126989
ASHEMORE LUXURY RENTALS(828) 963-7310120 Honey Bear Campground RdBoone NC 28607wwwBooneLuxuryRentalscom
AT YOUR WITS END VACATION RENTALS(800) 774-3493 bull (828) 264-3535719 Greenway Rd Boone NC 28607wwwwitsendrentalscom
AUNT BIRDIErsquoS PLACE(828) 295-0988wwwvrbocom469820
BANNER ELK MOUNTAIN CABINS(828) 387-1209wwwbannerelkmtncabinscom
BEAR TREE CABINValle Crucis NCwwwvrbocom137753
BERRY HILL COTTAGE(919) 772-7166Ka4puvcomberryhillhtml
BEULAHLAND CABINS(828) 963-3443 bull (800) 990-8209 632 N Pine Run Road Boone NC 28607wwwbeulahlandcabinscom
BIRDSONG LOG CABIN RENTALS(704) 906-0856328 Shores Way Boone NC 28607wwwbirdsongcabincom
BLOWING ROCK MOUNTAIN VIEW DUPLEX(828) 295-3763 bull (877) 237-3763149 Old Johnrsquos River RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605
BLOWING ROCK PROPERTIES(800) 849-01471059 Main St Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockmountaincabinscom
BLOWING ROCK RESORT RENTALS(828) 295-9899 bull (866)-800-9899232 Ransom StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockresortrentalscom
BLUE RIDGE BLISSwwwvrbocom494656
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN LODGE(828) 310-1880 or (828) 310-6600wwwblueridgemountainlodgecom
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN RENTALS(800) 237-7975 (828) 295-74007595 Valley RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblueridgerentalscom
BLUE RIDGE VACATION CABINS(828) 963-2393 bull (866) 880-1372120 Honey Bear Campground Road Boone NC 28607wwwblueridgevacationcabinscom
BOONE CABIN RENTALS(828) 262-0978 bull (800) 282-25071460 Snaggy Mtn BlvdBoone NC 28607wwwboonecabinscom
BOONE VACATION CABINS (828) 964-0430175 Bairdrsquos Drive Boone NC 28607wwwboonevacationcabinscom
BROADSTONE COTTAGE(828) 406-00672756 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis NCwwwbroadstonecottagecom
BROOKWOOD CABIN(912) 658-2575wwwvrbocom273535
CAROLINA CABIN RENTALS(828) 295-6000 197 Old US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwcarolinacabinrentalscom
CHALET ALPINE(704) 839-3343wwwvrbocom507853
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CREEKSIDE COTTAGE(919) 622-4943144 Spice Apple WayBanner Elk NC 28604wwwgrandfathermountaincabinscom
DAYrsquoS MOUNTAIN RETREAT(727) 580-5999wwwvrbocom311959
ELITE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES(828) 295-6861153 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwelitemountainpropertiescom
FALL CREEK VACATION RENTALS(336) 877-31311105 Fall Creek RoadFleetwood NC 28626wwwfallcreekvacationrentalscom
FAMILY LODGE(786) 210-4787wwwvrbocom3949230ha
FOSCOE RENTALS(800) 723-7341 bull (828) 963-8142133 Echota Pkwy Boone NC 28607 wwwfoscoerentalscom
GRANDFATHER CABINS(828) 355-4535 bull (800) 788-2582125 Profile View Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfatherrvcom
HEART OF THE HIGH COUNTRY REALTY(336) 877-25653899 Railroad Grade RoadTodd NC 28684wwwtoddcabinrentalscom
HEMLOCK RIDGE CABIN(888) 547-7598 bull (336) 998-5252 526 Spice Bottom TrailBanner Elk NC 28604wwwhemlockridgenccom
HIGH COUNTRY CABIN RENTALS(855) 651-48326236 Hwy 321 S Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwhccabinrentalscom
HIGH COUNTRY HIDE-AWAY(336) 926-3022wwwvrbocom45160
HOLTON MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 264-3644480 Hwy 105 ExtensionBoone NC 28607 wwwholtonmountainrentalscom
HOUND EARS RENTALS(828) 963-4301 328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Boone NC 28607 wwwhoundearscom
HUMMINGBIRD HILL CABIN VILLAGE (914) 455-3609 Boone NC wwwhummingbirdhillcabinscom
JENKINS RENTALS (800) 438-7803 bull (828) 295-9888452 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwjenkinsrentalscom
JUST BUILT LOG CABIN - HOWARD CREEK FALLS(828) 263-8349351 Doe Ridge Boone NC 28607
KILKELLY CABINS(828) 264-70763649 Jakes Mountain RoadBoone NC 28607wwwkilkellycabinscom
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MILL RIDGE VACATION RENTALS(828) 963-4900229 Clubhouse Drive Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwmillridgeresortscom
MOUNTAIN CREEK RETREAT (828) 898-9771 bull (828) 387-18463731 Winklers Creek Road Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwmountaincreekretreatcom
MOUNTAIN RETREATS REALTY (828) 963-6325 bull (800) 819-76474840 Highway 105 Suite 3 Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwncmountainretreatscom
MOUNTAIN SONG CABIN(828) 572-3257 139 Mountain Street Vilas NC 28692 wwwmountainsongcabincom
MOUNTAIN VIEW REALTY(828) 295-3554 bull (888) 245-7923960 Main StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwmountain-view-realtycom
MOUNTAINAIRE LOG CABINS(828) 295-7991wwwmountainaireinncomrustic-cabins
MT SINAI CABIN(704) 361-9729wwwvrbocom280893
OLD FARMHOUSE AT WILLET PONDS (828) 297-4653 bull (828) 297-95711601 Willet Miller RoadTodd NC 28684 wwwgoldencockerelcom
OWLrsquoS ROOST(336) 299-1851wwwvrbocom328149
PARKWAY CABINS (866) 679-3002 bull (828) 262-5024749 Turkey Knob Boone NC 28607wwwparkwaycabinscom
RIVERSIDE LOG CABIN RENTALS (828) 264-2792 bull (800) 774-3493129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwriversidelogcabinscom
SERENITY FALLS 9710 Elk Creek RoadDeep Gap NC 28618wwwserenity-fallscom
SHOOK CREEK CABIN(828) 963-0056614 Tom Shook RoadBanner Elk NC 28604 wwwvacationrentaldirectcomvacation-rentals7816htm
SONGBIRD CABIN(828) 964-6322Sugar Grove NCwwwsongbirdcabincom
SUGAR BEARrsquoS OVERLOOK CABIN(919) 468-9986Sugar Grove NC wwwfreewebscomsugarbearoverlookcabin
SWISS MOUNTAIN VILLAGE(828) 295-33732324 Flat Top RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwswissmountaincom
TAYLORrsquoS COZY RIVER(704) 437-1090wwwvrbocom616454
TROUTSONG(828) 773-62523149 Howardrsquos Creek RdBoone NC 28607wwwvrbocom123144
TWISTED LAUREL CABIN(919) 818-8249wwwvrbocom231107
VALLE CRUCIS LOG CABIN RENTALS(828) 963-77743657 Broadstone RoadValle Crucis NC 28691wwwlogcabinrentalscom
WHITE FENCE FARM ndash DOWNTOWN BOONE RENTAL(828) 964-6767270 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwwhitefencefarmrentalscomdowntown-boone-rental
WINGROVE MOUNTAIN CHALET(828) 963-6877 163 Moore Mtn Road Vilas NC 28692 wwwwingrovechaletcom
WINKLERrsquoS CREEK CABINS (828) 264-2863380 Indian Springs RunBoone NC 28607 wwwwinklerscreekcabinscom
WOLFrsquoS DEN(704) 906-6645wwwvrbocom435108
YONAHLOSSEE ACCOMMODATIONS (800) 962-1986226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607 wwwyonahlosseecom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
PLACES TO PLAY
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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Y THE CHILDRENrsquoS PLAYHOUSE(828) 263-0011400 Tracy Circle Boonewwwgoplayhouseorg
FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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Explore Boone NC
Follow us on social media to share
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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From the stunning vistas of the Blue Ridge Parkway to the peaceful beauty of
Valle Crucis the Boone area is a blaze of color during leaf season The spectacular color palette against a Carolina blue sky is world famous Fall also features the excitement of Appalachian State Mountaineer football arts amp craft shows and signature events like the Boone Heritage Festival the Valle Country Fair and the Woolly Worm Festival
Fall is the perfect time for a pre-holiday shopping trip to Boone With the Original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis Tanger Outlets antique stores and specialty shops in quaint downtowns you will find something for everyone on your list The Boone area is famous for its Fraser Fir Christmas trees and our large concentration of ldquochoose amp cutrdquo tree farms So step away from the artificial trees and bring the family to Boone to pick out your farm fresh Christmas tree this year You donrsquot even have to bring a saw Pick out the perfect tree and the farm staff will cut it net it and secure it to your vehicle Many of the area farms offer hayrides music hot chocolate and apple cider to further enhance the experience And if itrsquos cold enough to make snow many of the area ski resorts open in late November and offer great early ski season deals
Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
September 71˚ 52˚
October 63˚ 41˚
November 53˚ 32˚
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With three area ski resorts (Appalachian Ski Mountain Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain) all within a 20 mile radius Boone is considered the ski capital
of the South This year Sugar Mountain Resort will open a new high-speed six passenger chairlift that will take you to their 5300-foot peak in five minutes In the Boone area snow making technology just keeps getting better so slope conditions stay more consistent Bring your own equipment or rent everything when you get here Need a lesson No problem Appalachian Ski Mountain is home to the French Swiss Ski School the best known ski school in the Southeast where they have taught over a million people from ages 4 to 88 how to ski In addition to downhill skiing winter activities include snowboarding ice skating sledding snowshoeing cross country skiing and snow tubing The Boone area is home to Hawksnest Snow Tubing one of the largest snow tubing operations on the East Coast with 30 lanes and even winter ziplining if conditions allow
After your day of winter fun cozy up by the fire check out our local breweries or enjoy one of our signature restaurants for a warm hearty meal Winter in the mountains is a magical time The people of Boone are warm and friendly and invite you to come and enjoy just the right amount of adventure
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Average Temperature
HIGH LOW
December 45˚ 26˚
January 42˚ 23˚
February 44˚ 24˚
WINTER IN BOONE
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bull Free RV Parking w Outdoor Outletsbull Free High-Speed Internetbull Largest Indoor Pool in Boonebull Free 8-Item SuperStart Breakfastbull In-Room Refrigerators bull Microwaves bull And Morebull Kids 17 and under stay free with an adult
SUPER 8 2419 NC 105 BOONE NC 28607PHONE 828-264-4133
SLEEP INN BOONE NC163 HWY 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-0020
bull Newly Renovatedbull CableSatellite TVbull Free Local Callsbull In-Room Coffee Makerbull Free Wireless High-Speed Internet bull And Morebull Located only one mile from
Appalachian State University
WWWVISITBOONECOM
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES165 NC 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-1234
bull Newly Renovatedbull Free High-Speed Internetbull Refrigerators bull Microwave Ovensbull Select rooms feature fireplaces and whirlpool tubsbull Queen or king beds offer
Tempur-Pedic Dream Spa mattressesbull Large 1400 sq ft conference center and pet friendly
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Award winning Courtyard by Marriott in the heart of Boone
Heated indoor pool fitness center and hot tub
Beautiful outdoor Courtyard with cozy fire pit
Spacious guest rooms and suites plus 1000 square feet of meeting space
Free enhanced Wi-Fi access and amp flat screen HD-TV in guest rooms
The Bistro on-site restaurant and bar open for breakfast amp dinner
24-Hour Starbucks and Market
Smoke free environment
1050 Highway 105 Boone North Carolina 28607
1-828-265-7676 | wwwmarriottcomhkybn
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bull Indoor Pool bull Free High-Speed Internet
bull Complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffet
bull The hotel is located within easy reach of Appalachian State University Grandfather Mountain the best ski slopes in the area and other attractions
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES BY CARLSON818 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-264-4234
QUALITY INN AND SUITES840 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-266-1100
bull Free Hot Breakfast
bull Guest Rooms amp Suites bull Cable Satellite TV
bull High-Speed Internet bull Free Parking
bull Indoor Heated Swimming Pool
bull Meeting Space amp Board Room
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bull One mile to ASU
bull All rooms are Suites
bull Microwave Refrigerator Sleeper Sofa
bull Complimentary ldquoSavory Startsrdquo Breakfast
bull Large Indoor Pool and Game Room
1184 Highway 105
8282680099
bull Only two miles to ASU
bull Walk to a variety of restaurants
bull Indoor Pool amp Fitness Room
bull Complimentary Breakfast
1184 Highway 105
8282680099
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PLACES TO STAYHOTELS amp MOTELS
ALPEN ACRES MOTEL(888) 297-7981318 Old Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwalpenacrescomLocated on scenic hilltop 14 mile from Blue Ridge Parkway Separate chalet for 2 AAA-approved
BAYMONT INN amp SUITES(828) 264-00771075 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwbaymontinnscom100 nonsmoking rooms Free continental Breakfast free internet HBO Heated indoor Pool and spa
BOONE TRAIL MOTEL (828) 264-8839275 E King Street Boone NC 28607Near Danrsquol Boone Inn and ASU Picnic area Apartments sleep 8
COMFORT SUITES(866) 854-5959 bull (828) 268-00991184 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES(828) 264-4234 bull (800) 596-2375818 E King Street Boone NC 28607wwwcountryinnscomJacuzzi suites and two-room suites available Indoor heated pool whirlpool and fitness center
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT(828) 265-76761050 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwmarriottcomBoones newest hotel the Marriott Courtyard with 100 rooms opened in January 2012 The new state-of-the-art lobby at Courtyard provides greater flexibility and choices for our guests Suites and meeting room also available
FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES(828) 268-0677 bull (866) 871-7425 2060 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607 wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar Meeting space for 20-100 people
GREENErsquoS MOTEL(828) 264-88451377 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607Large well-furnished rooms with scenic views private balconies
HIDDEN VALLEY MOTEL (828) 963-43728725 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607wwwhiddenvalleymotelcomSmall family run motel attractive gardens near attractions and skiing
HIGHLAND HILLS MOTEL (828) 264-2277 bull (800) 948-5276wwwhighlandhillscabinscomCottages rooms units with Jacuzzi wireless Internet Cabins sleep up to 11 people
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS (828) 264-2451 bull (888) SEE-MTNS1943 Blowing Rock Road Boone NC wwwexpressboonecom Close to area attractions and ASU Bridal amp executive suites with Jacuzzi In-room coffee and exercise facility
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES(828) 262-1234 165 Hwy 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwLQcomBeautiful mountain lodge featuring indoor pool hot tub exercise room and high speed wireless Internet Suites with Jacuzzi tub and some with fireplaces Meeting facility will hold up to 250 people Pet Friendly
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QUALITY INN amp SUITES (828) 266-1100 bull 840 E King Street Boone wwwchoicehotelscomnorth-carolinaboonequality-inn-hotelsnc790 Close to downtown Boone and across from shopping and theater Free hot breakfast and indoor pool Pet Friendly
SLEEP INN(828) 262-0020 163 Highway 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwsleepinncomFree continental breakfast heated outdoor pool game room high speed Internet access Close to downtown Boone and ASU
SMOKETREE LODGE(800) 422-1880 bull (828) 963-650511914 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsmoketree-lodgecomBetween Boone amp Banner Elk Fully furnished condos with cable TV jacuzzi sauna game room
SUPER 8 MOTEL OF BOONE(828) 264-4133 bull (800) 560-59422419 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwsuper8boonecomComplimentary continental breakfast free local calls hair dryers senior discounts fax service available elevators indoor pool
BED amp BREAKFASTSCAROLINA MOUNTAIN LODGE(831) 601-7820 467 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC 28607wwwcarolinamountainlodgecomCarolina Mountain Lodge is a newly opened bed and breakfast and offers 5 luxurious uniquely themed guest rooms It is only 5 minutes away from the Blue Ridge Parkway and 12 minutes from downtown Boone
INN AT LITTLE POND(828) 297-1011 208 Valle Cay Dr Valle Crucis NC 28692 wwwncinncomThis enchanting inn a sophisticated country house with exceptional style and quiet simplicity is nestled amidst a pine grove and pastoral mountain meadow The innkeepers have put charm back into everyday life at this classic 1900 farmhouse filling it with a sense of conviviality and warmth
LAZY BEAR LODGE (828) 963-9201 315 Lazy Bear Trail Vilas NC 28691 wwwlazy-bear-lodgecomA bed amp breakfast retreat situated in beautiful Valle Crucis The lodge is only minutes from Boone Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway and offers large comfortable porches sweeping panoramic mountain views and plenty of privacy
LOVILL HOUSE INN B amp B(800) 849-9466 bull (828) 264-4204404 Old Bristol Road Boone NC 28607wwwlovillhouseinncomExperience the ultimate in AAA Four-Diamond Award amenities services and hospitality at this historic six-guest room farmhouse BampB on eleven wooded acres in Boone Less than one mile from ASU campus shopping and dining Mid-week business rates available Children over 12 welcome Non-smoking environment
THE MAST FARM INN(888) 963-5857 bull (828) 963-58572543 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwMastFarmInncomLocated in Valle Crucis NC the inn is a reknowned full service bed amp breakfast The 1800s farmhouse is on the National Register of Historic Places and offers guest rooms private getaway cottages fine dining and great wines
MOUNTAINSIDE LODGE B amp B(828) 963-4006 bull (877) 687-43331709 Broadstone RdBanner Elk NC 28604wwwmountainsidelodgebbcom The utmost in southern hospitality along with spectacular mountain views and serenity awaits you at this rustic and elegantly designed log home The lodge offers a relaxing atmosphere spacious guest rooms with private baths a full homemade breakfast and more
404 Old Bristol Rd Boone NC | 1-800-849-9466 | wwwlovillhouseinncom
Experience genuine country hospitality in our historic farm house on 11 wooded acres in Boone Six guest rooms with private baths cable
TVs Wi-Fi AC fireplaces and phones Full breakfast included
2015 Excellence Award Winner
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THE TAYLOR HOUSE INN(800) 963-55814584 Hwy 194 S Banner Elk NC 28604wwwtaylorhouseinncomThe Taylor House Inn is a bed and breakfast known for offering romantic getaways hosting fabulous family reunions corporate retreats and some of the best weddings in Valle Crucis They have won multiple awards from bedampbreakfastcom and won a 2010 amazing customer service award from the Boone Area Chamber
VALLE CRUCIS BED amp BREAKFAST (828) 963-25252171 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwvallecrucisbandbcomThe Valle Crucis B amp B offers majestic views of the River Run Horse Farm and blends todayrsquos finest amenities for a mountain experience you wonrsquot soon forget Select a room in the main bed amp breakfast with breathtaking front porch views or relax in one of their uniquely decorated themed suites
CONFERENCECENTERS
ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 693 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingorgintl- meditation-center-usa
VALLE CRUCIS CONFERENCE CENTER(828) 963-4453146 Skiles Way Banner Elk NC 28604wwwhighsouthcomvallecrucisThe Valle Crucis Conference Center is a Year Round Retreat Facility Serving a Wide Range of Church Family and other Non-Profit Groups
RESORTS amp SPAS ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 639 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingretreatcenterorgRestful rooms with incredible views spa delicious vegetarian dining yoga and meditation available
CRESTWOOD(828) 963-66463236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone NC 28607 wwwcrestwoodnccomThe essence of an intimate country inn while offering all the indulgences of a grand resort A luxurious boutique resort gourmet restaurant and spa
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shulls Mill Road Boone NC 28607wwwhoundearscomA 750 acre lodge and luxury resort in a gated community Golf tennis heated pool dining room lounge
WESTGLOW RESORT amp SPA(800) 562-0807 bull (828) 295-4463224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwwestglowcomTravel and Leisure Magazinersquos Worldrsquos Best Awards Survey has named Westglow as ldquothe number two destination spa in the worldrdquo Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains the elegant Greek Revival mansion is the perfect place to renew mind body and spirit
BLOWING ROCK
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Y WILLOW VALLEY RESORT (828) 963-6551350 Bairds Creek Road Vilas NC 28692wwwwillowvalley-resortcomCabins condos and chalets 9 hole par 3 golf course and tennis on site Located within 10 miles of Boone Blowing Rock Valle Crucis and ASU
YONAHLOSSEE RESORT amp CLUB (800) 962-1986 bull (828) 963-6400226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607wwwyonahlosseecomA natural resort where families gather and couples celebrate Offering intimate inn rooms cozy cottages and elegant vacation home rentals in the heart of the mountains Indoor amp outdoor Tennis indoor pool fitness center and fine dining at the Gamekeeper Restaurant
CAMPGROUNDSBLUE BEAR MOUNTAIN CAMP(828) 406-4226196 Blue Bear Mountain RdTodd NC 28684wwwbluebearmountaincom
BOONE KOA(828) 264-7250123 Harmony Mountain LaneBoone NC 28607wwwkoacomcampgroundsbooneOpen May 1 - Oct 31
FLINTLOCK FAMILY CAMPGROUND(888) 850-9997171 Flintlock Campground DriveBoone NC 28607wwwflintlockcampgroundcomOpen April-October
GRANDFATHER CAMPGROUND(800) 788-2582 bull (828) 355-4535Highway 105 near Foscoe NCwwwgrandfatherrvcomOpen year round
HONEY BEAR CAMPGROUND (828) 963-4586229 Honey Bear Campground RoadBoone NC 28607wwwhoneybearcampgroundcom
VANDERPOOL CAMPGROUND(828) 297-3486120 Campground Road Vilas NC 28692wwwvanderpoolcampgroundcomOpen Year-round
CABINS COTTAGES amp CONDOS
5 BOYS RETREATwwwvrbocom433105
A AND W MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 898-9188wwwaandwrentalscom
A BEARrsquoS DEN(704) 258-4665107 Apple Ridge Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwabearsdencom
A STARRY NIGHT LODGE(704) 619-5401216 Veronica Way Vilas NC 28692wwwvrbocom444251
ADArsquoS COTTAGES(828) 295-7983wwwvrbocom335490
ADLERHORST(919) 802-4924Boone Areawwwmountaincabinnccom
ANDERSON REALTY amp RENTALS(828) 262-0043184 N Water Street 13 Boone NC 28607wwwrentourcabinscom
ANDREArsquoS CABINS(828) 964-9005wwwandreascabinscom
APPALACHIAN LOG CABIN RENTALS(919) 625-1197160 Sassyfrass Lane Boone NC 28607wwwappalachianlogcabincom
APPALACHIAN SKI MTN LODGING(828) 295-7828940 Ski Mountain RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605 wwwappskimtncom
APPALACHIAN SUNSET CABIN(704) 607-8910165 Sunset Springs DrBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwvrbocom408243
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AROUND THE BEND CABIN(954) 570-9256Boone Areawwwvrbocom126989
ASHEMORE LUXURY RENTALS(828) 963-7310120 Honey Bear Campground RdBoone NC 28607wwwBooneLuxuryRentalscom
AT YOUR WITS END VACATION RENTALS(800) 774-3493 bull (828) 264-3535719 Greenway Rd Boone NC 28607wwwwitsendrentalscom
AUNT BIRDIErsquoS PLACE(828) 295-0988wwwvrbocom469820
BANNER ELK MOUNTAIN CABINS(828) 387-1209wwwbannerelkmtncabinscom
BEAR TREE CABINValle Crucis NCwwwvrbocom137753
BERRY HILL COTTAGE(919) 772-7166Ka4puvcomberryhillhtml
BEULAHLAND CABINS(828) 963-3443 bull (800) 990-8209 632 N Pine Run Road Boone NC 28607wwwbeulahlandcabinscom
BIRDSONG LOG CABIN RENTALS(704) 906-0856328 Shores Way Boone NC 28607wwwbirdsongcabincom
BLOWING ROCK MOUNTAIN VIEW DUPLEX(828) 295-3763 bull (877) 237-3763149 Old Johnrsquos River RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605
BLOWING ROCK PROPERTIES(800) 849-01471059 Main St Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockmountaincabinscom
BLOWING ROCK RESORT RENTALS(828) 295-9899 bull (866)-800-9899232 Ransom StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockresortrentalscom
BLUE RIDGE BLISSwwwvrbocom494656
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN LODGE(828) 310-1880 or (828) 310-6600wwwblueridgemountainlodgecom
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN RENTALS(800) 237-7975 (828) 295-74007595 Valley RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblueridgerentalscom
BLUE RIDGE VACATION CABINS(828) 963-2393 bull (866) 880-1372120 Honey Bear Campground Road Boone NC 28607wwwblueridgevacationcabinscom
BOONE CABIN RENTALS(828) 262-0978 bull (800) 282-25071460 Snaggy Mtn BlvdBoone NC 28607wwwboonecabinscom
BOONE VACATION CABINS (828) 964-0430175 Bairdrsquos Drive Boone NC 28607wwwboonevacationcabinscom
BROADSTONE COTTAGE(828) 406-00672756 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis NCwwwbroadstonecottagecom
BROOKWOOD CABIN(912) 658-2575wwwvrbocom273535
CAROLINA CABIN RENTALS(828) 295-6000 197 Old US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwcarolinacabinrentalscom
CHALET ALPINE(704) 839-3343wwwvrbocom507853
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CREEKSIDE COTTAGE(919) 622-4943144 Spice Apple WayBanner Elk NC 28604wwwgrandfathermountaincabinscom
DAYrsquoS MOUNTAIN RETREAT(727) 580-5999wwwvrbocom311959
ELITE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES(828) 295-6861153 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwelitemountainpropertiescom
FALL CREEK VACATION RENTALS(336) 877-31311105 Fall Creek RoadFleetwood NC 28626wwwfallcreekvacationrentalscom
FAMILY LODGE(786) 210-4787wwwvrbocom3949230ha
FOSCOE RENTALS(800) 723-7341 bull (828) 963-8142133 Echota Pkwy Boone NC 28607 wwwfoscoerentalscom
GRANDFATHER CABINS(828) 355-4535 bull (800) 788-2582125 Profile View Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfatherrvcom
HEART OF THE HIGH COUNTRY REALTY(336) 877-25653899 Railroad Grade RoadTodd NC 28684wwwtoddcabinrentalscom
HEMLOCK RIDGE CABIN(888) 547-7598 bull (336) 998-5252 526 Spice Bottom TrailBanner Elk NC 28604wwwhemlockridgenccom
HIGH COUNTRY CABIN RENTALS(855) 651-48326236 Hwy 321 S Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwhccabinrentalscom
HIGH COUNTRY HIDE-AWAY(336) 926-3022wwwvrbocom45160
HOLTON MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 264-3644480 Hwy 105 ExtensionBoone NC 28607 wwwholtonmountainrentalscom
HOUND EARS RENTALS(828) 963-4301 328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Boone NC 28607 wwwhoundearscom
HUMMINGBIRD HILL CABIN VILLAGE (914) 455-3609 Boone NC wwwhummingbirdhillcabinscom
JENKINS RENTALS (800) 438-7803 bull (828) 295-9888452 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwjenkinsrentalscom
JUST BUILT LOG CABIN - HOWARD CREEK FALLS(828) 263-8349351 Doe Ridge Boone NC 28607
KILKELLY CABINS(828) 264-70763649 Jakes Mountain RoadBoone NC 28607wwwkilkellycabinscom
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MILL RIDGE VACATION RENTALS(828) 963-4900229 Clubhouse Drive Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwmillridgeresortscom
MOUNTAIN CREEK RETREAT (828) 898-9771 bull (828) 387-18463731 Winklers Creek Road Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwmountaincreekretreatcom
MOUNTAIN RETREATS REALTY (828) 963-6325 bull (800) 819-76474840 Highway 105 Suite 3 Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwncmountainretreatscom
MOUNTAIN SONG CABIN(828) 572-3257 139 Mountain Street Vilas NC 28692 wwwmountainsongcabincom
MOUNTAIN VIEW REALTY(828) 295-3554 bull (888) 245-7923960 Main StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwmountain-view-realtycom
MOUNTAINAIRE LOG CABINS(828) 295-7991wwwmountainaireinncomrustic-cabins
MT SINAI CABIN(704) 361-9729wwwvrbocom280893
OLD FARMHOUSE AT WILLET PONDS (828) 297-4653 bull (828) 297-95711601 Willet Miller RoadTodd NC 28684 wwwgoldencockerelcom
OWLrsquoS ROOST(336) 299-1851wwwvrbocom328149
PARKWAY CABINS (866) 679-3002 bull (828) 262-5024749 Turkey Knob Boone NC 28607wwwparkwaycabinscom
RIVERSIDE LOG CABIN RENTALS (828) 264-2792 bull (800) 774-3493129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwriversidelogcabinscom
SERENITY FALLS 9710 Elk Creek RoadDeep Gap NC 28618wwwserenity-fallscom
SHOOK CREEK CABIN(828) 963-0056614 Tom Shook RoadBanner Elk NC 28604 wwwvacationrentaldirectcomvacation-rentals7816htm
SONGBIRD CABIN(828) 964-6322Sugar Grove NCwwwsongbirdcabincom
SUGAR BEARrsquoS OVERLOOK CABIN(919) 468-9986Sugar Grove NC wwwfreewebscomsugarbearoverlookcabin
SWISS MOUNTAIN VILLAGE(828) 295-33732324 Flat Top RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwswissmountaincom
TAYLORrsquoS COZY RIVER(704) 437-1090wwwvrbocom616454
TROUTSONG(828) 773-62523149 Howardrsquos Creek RdBoone NC 28607wwwvrbocom123144
TWISTED LAUREL CABIN(919) 818-8249wwwvrbocom231107
VALLE CRUCIS LOG CABIN RENTALS(828) 963-77743657 Broadstone RoadValle Crucis NC 28691wwwlogcabinrentalscom
WHITE FENCE FARM ndash DOWNTOWN BOONE RENTAL(828) 964-6767270 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwwhitefencefarmrentalscomdowntown-boone-rental
WINGROVE MOUNTAIN CHALET(828) 963-6877 163 Moore Mtn Road Vilas NC 28692 wwwwingrovechaletcom
WINKLERrsquoS CREEK CABINS (828) 264-2863380 Indian Springs RunBoone NC 28607 wwwwinklerscreekcabinscom
WOLFrsquoS DEN(704) 906-6645wwwvrbocom435108
YONAHLOSSEE ACCOMMODATIONS (800) 962-1986226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607 wwwyonahlosseecom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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With three area ski resorts (Appalachian Ski Mountain Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain) all within a 20 mile radius Boone is considered the ski capital
of the South This year Sugar Mountain Resort will open a new high-speed six passenger chairlift that will take you to their 5300-foot peak in five minutes In the Boone area snow making technology just keeps getting better so slope conditions stay more consistent Bring your own equipment or rent everything when you get here Need a lesson No problem Appalachian Ski Mountain is home to the French Swiss Ski School the best known ski school in the Southeast where they have taught over a million people from ages 4 to 88 how to ski In addition to downhill skiing winter activities include snowboarding ice skating sledding snowshoeing cross country skiing and snow tubing The Boone area is home to Hawksnest Snow Tubing one of the largest snow tubing operations on the East Coast with 30 lanes and even winter ziplining if conditions allow
After your day of winter fun cozy up by the fire check out our local breweries or enjoy one of our signature restaurants for a warm hearty meal Winter in the mountains is a magical time The people of Boone are warm and friendly and invite you to come and enjoy just the right amount of adventure
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December 45˚ 26˚
January 42˚ 23˚
February 44˚ 24˚
WINTER IN BOONE
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SUPER 8 2419 NC 105 BOONE NC 28607PHONE 828-264-4133
SLEEP INN BOONE NC163 HWY 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-0020
bull Newly Renovatedbull CableSatellite TVbull Free Local Callsbull In-Room Coffee Makerbull Free Wireless High-Speed Internet bull And Morebull Located only one mile from
Appalachian State University
WWWVISITBOONECOM
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES165 NC 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-1234
bull Newly Renovatedbull Free High-Speed Internetbull Refrigerators bull Microwave Ovensbull Select rooms feature fireplaces and whirlpool tubsbull Queen or king beds offer
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Award winning Courtyard by Marriott in the heart of Boone
Heated indoor pool fitness center and hot tub
Beautiful outdoor Courtyard with cozy fire pit
Spacious guest rooms and suites plus 1000 square feet of meeting space
Free enhanced Wi-Fi access and amp flat screen HD-TV in guest rooms
The Bistro on-site restaurant and bar open for breakfast amp dinner
24-Hour Starbucks and Market
Smoke free environment
1050 Highway 105 Boone North Carolina 28607
1-828-265-7676 | wwwmarriottcomhkybn
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COUNTRY INN AND SUITES BY CARLSON818 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-264-4234
QUALITY INN AND SUITES840 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-266-1100
bull Free Hot Breakfast
bull Guest Rooms amp Suites bull Cable Satellite TV
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1184 Highway 105
8282680099
bull Only two miles to ASU
bull Walk to a variety of restaurants
bull Indoor Pool amp Fitness Room
bull Complimentary Breakfast
1184 Highway 105
8282680099
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PLACES TO STAYHOTELS amp MOTELS
ALPEN ACRES MOTEL(888) 297-7981318 Old Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwalpenacrescomLocated on scenic hilltop 14 mile from Blue Ridge Parkway Separate chalet for 2 AAA-approved
BAYMONT INN amp SUITES(828) 264-00771075 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwbaymontinnscom100 nonsmoking rooms Free continental Breakfast free internet HBO Heated indoor Pool and spa
BOONE TRAIL MOTEL (828) 264-8839275 E King Street Boone NC 28607Near Danrsquol Boone Inn and ASU Picnic area Apartments sleep 8
COMFORT SUITES(866) 854-5959 bull (828) 268-00991184 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES(828) 264-4234 bull (800) 596-2375818 E King Street Boone NC 28607wwwcountryinnscomJacuzzi suites and two-room suites available Indoor heated pool whirlpool and fitness center
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT(828) 265-76761050 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwmarriottcomBoones newest hotel the Marriott Courtyard with 100 rooms opened in January 2012 The new state-of-the-art lobby at Courtyard provides greater flexibility and choices for our guests Suites and meeting room also available
FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES(828) 268-0677 bull (866) 871-7425 2060 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607 wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar Meeting space for 20-100 people
GREENErsquoS MOTEL(828) 264-88451377 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607Large well-furnished rooms with scenic views private balconies
HIDDEN VALLEY MOTEL (828) 963-43728725 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607wwwhiddenvalleymotelcomSmall family run motel attractive gardens near attractions and skiing
HIGHLAND HILLS MOTEL (828) 264-2277 bull (800) 948-5276wwwhighlandhillscabinscomCottages rooms units with Jacuzzi wireless Internet Cabins sleep up to 11 people
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS (828) 264-2451 bull (888) SEE-MTNS1943 Blowing Rock Road Boone NC wwwexpressboonecom Close to area attractions and ASU Bridal amp executive suites with Jacuzzi In-room coffee and exercise facility
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES(828) 262-1234 165 Hwy 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwLQcomBeautiful mountain lodge featuring indoor pool hot tub exercise room and high speed wireless Internet Suites with Jacuzzi tub and some with fireplaces Meeting facility will hold up to 250 people Pet Friendly
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888SEEMTNS expressboonecom
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QUALITY INN amp SUITES (828) 266-1100 bull 840 E King Street Boone wwwchoicehotelscomnorth-carolinaboonequality-inn-hotelsnc790 Close to downtown Boone and across from shopping and theater Free hot breakfast and indoor pool Pet Friendly
SLEEP INN(828) 262-0020 163 Highway 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwsleepinncomFree continental breakfast heated outdoor pool game room high speed Internet access Close to downtown Boone and ASU
SMOKETREE LODGE(800) 422-1880 bull (828) 963-650511914 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsmoketree-lodgecomBetween Boone amp Banner Elk Fully furnished condos with cable TV jacuzzi sauna game room
SUPER 8 MOTEL OF BOONE(828) 264-4133 bull (800) 560-59422419 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwsuper8boonecomComplimentary continental breakfast free local calls hair dryers senior discounts fax service available elevators indoor pool
BED amp BREAKFASTSCAROLINA MOUNTAIN LODGE(831) 601-7820 467 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC 28607wwwcarolinamountainlodgecomCarolina Mountain Lodge is a newly opened bed and breakfast and offers 5 luxurious uniquely themed guest rooms It is only 5 minutes away from the Blue Ridge Parkway and 12 minutes from downtown Boone
INN AT LITTLE POND(828) 297-1011 208 Valle Cay Dr Valle Crucis NC 28692 wwwncinncomThis enchanting inn a sophisticated country house with exceptional style and quiet simplicity is nestled amidst a pine grove and pastoral mountain meadow The innkeepers have put charm back into everyday life at this classic 1900 farmhouse filling it with a sense of conviviality and warmth
LAZY BEAR LODGE (828) 963-9201 315 Lazy Bear Trail Vilas NC 28691 wwwlazy-bear-lodgecomA bed amp breakfast retreat situated in beautiful Valle Crucis The lodge is only minutes from Boone Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway and offers large comfortable porches sweeping panoramic mountain views and plenty of privacy
LOVILL HOUSE INN B amp B(800) 849-9466 bull (828) 264-4204404 Old Bristol Road Boone NC 28607wwwlovillhouseinncomExperience the ultimate in AAA Four-Diamond Award amenities services and hospitality at this historic six-guest room farmhouse BampB on eleven wooded acres in Boone Less than one mile from ASU campus shopping and dining Mid-week business rates available Children over 12 welcome Non-smoking environment
THE MAST FARM INN(888) 963-5857 bull (828) 963-58572543 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwMastFarmInncomLocated in Valle Crucis NC the inn is a reknowned full service bed amp breakfast The 1800s farmhouse is on the National Register of Historic Places and offers guest rooms private getaway cottages fine dining and great wines
MOUNTAINSIDE LODGE B amp B(828) 963-4006 bull (877) 687-43331709 Broadstone RdBanner Elk NC 28604wwwmountainsidelodgebbcom The utmost in southern hospitality along with spectacular mountain views and serenity awaits you at this rustic and elegantly designed log home The lodge offers a relaxing atmosphere spacious guest rooms with private baths a full homemade breakfast and more
404 Old Bristol Rd Boone NC | 1-800-849-9466 | wwwlovillhouseinncom
Experience genuine country hospitality in our historic farm house on 11 wooded acres in Boone Six guest rooms with private baths cable
TVs Wi-Fi AC fireplaces and phones Full breakfast included
2015 Excellence Award Winner
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THE TAYLOR HOUSE INN(800) 963-55814584 Hwy 194 S Banner Elk NC 28604wwwtaylorhouseinncomThe Taylor House Inn is a bed and breakfast known for offering romantic getaways hosting fabulous family reunions corporate retreats and some of the best weddings in Valle Crucis They have won multiple awards from bedampbreakfastcom and won a 2010 amazing customer service award from the Boone Area Chamber
VALLE CRUCIS BED amp BREAKFAST (828) 963-25252171 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwvallecrucisbandbcomThe Valle Crucis B amp B offers majestic views of the River Run Horse Farm and blends todayrsquos finest amenities for a mountain experience you wonrsquot soon forget Select a room in the main bed amp breakfast with breathtaking front porch views or relax in one of their uniquely decorated themed suites
CONFERENCECENTERS
ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 693 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingorgintl- meditation-center-usa
VALLE CRUCIS CONFERENCE CENTER(828) 963-4453146 Skiles Way Banner Elk NC 28604wwwhighsouthcomvallecrucisThe Valle Crucis Conference Center is a Year Round Retreat Facility Serving a Wide Range of Church Family and other Non-Profit Groups
RESORTS amp SPAS ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 639 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingretreatcenterorgRestful rooms with incredible views spa delicious vegetarian dining yoga and meditation available
CRESTWOOD(828) 963-66463236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone NC 28607 wwwcrestwoodnccomThe essence of an intimate country inn while offering all the indulgences of a grand resort A luxurious boutique resort gourmet restaurant and spa
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shulls Mill Road Boone NC 28607wwwhoundearscomA 750 acre lodge and luxury resort in a gated community Golf tennis heated pool dining room lounge
WESTGLOW RESORT amp SPA(800) 562-0807 bull (828) 295-4463224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwwestglowcomTravel and Leisure Magazinersquos Worldrsquos Best Awards Survey has named Westglow as ldquothe number two destination spa in the worldrdquo Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains the elegant Greek Revival mansion is the perfect place to renew mind body and spirit
BLOWING ROCK
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Y WILLOW VALLEY RESORT (828) 963-6551350 Bairds Creek Road Vilas NC 28692wwwwillowvalley-resortcomCabins condos and chalets 9 hole par 3 golf course and tennis on site Located within 10 miles of Boone Blowing Rock Valle Crucis and ASU
YONAHLOSSEE RESORT amp CLUB (800) 962-1986 bull (828) 963-6400226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607wwwyonahlosseecomA natural resort where families gather and couples celebrate Offering intimate inn rooms cozy cottages and elegant vacation home rentals in the heart of the mountains Indoor amp outdoor Tennis indoor pool fitness center and fine dining at the Gamekeeper Restaurant
CAMPGROUNDSBLUE BEAR MOUNTAIN CAMP(828) 406-4226196 Blue Bear Mountain RdTodd NC 28684wwwbluebearmountaincom
BOONE KOA(828) 264-7250123 Harmony Mountain LaneBoone NC 28607wwwkoacomcampgroundsbooneOpen May 1 - Oct 31
FLINTLOCK FAMILY CAMPGROUND(888) 850-9997171 Flintlock Campground DriveBoone NC 28607wwwflintlockcampgroundcomOpen April-October
GRANDFATHER CAMPGROUND(800) 788-2582 bull (828) 355-4535Highway 105 near Foscoe NCwwwgrandfatherrvcomOpen year round
HONEY BEAR CAMPGROUND (828) 963-4586229 Honey Bear Campground RoadBoone NC 28607wwwhoneybearcampgroundcom
VANDERPOOL CAMPGROUND(828) 297-3486120 Campground Road Vilas NC 28692wwwvanderpoolcampgroundcomOpen Year-round
CABINS COTTAGES amp CONDOS
5 BOYS RETREATwwwvrbocom433105
A AND W MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 898-9188wwwaandwrentalscom
A BEARrsquoS DEN(704) 258-4665107 Apple Ridge Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwabearsdencom
A STARRY NIGHT LODGE(704) 619-5401216 Veronica Way Vilas NC 28692wwwvrbocom444251
ADArsquoS COTTAGES(828) 295-7983wwwvrbocom335490
ADLERHORST(919) 802-4924Boone Areawwwmountaincabinnccom
ANDERSON REALTY amp RENTALS(828) 262-0043184 N Water Street 13 Boone NC 28607wwwrentourcabinscom
ANDREArsquoS CABINS(828) 964-9005wwwandreascabinscom
APPALACHIAN LOG CABIN RENTALS(919) 625-1197160 Sassyfrass Lane Boone NC 28607wwwappalachianlogcabincom
APPALACHIAN SKI MTN LODGING(828) 295-7828940 Ski Mountain RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605 wwwappskimtncom
APPALACHIAN SUNSET CABIN(704) 607-8910165 Sunset Springs DrBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwvrbocom408243
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AROUND THE BEND CABIN(954) 570-9256Boone Areawwwvrbocom126989
ASHEMORE LUXURY RENTALS(828) 963-7310120 Honey Bear Campground RdBoone NC 28607wwwBooneLuxuryRentalscom
AT YOUR WITS END VACATION RENTALS(800) 774-3493 bull (828) 264-3535719 Greenway Rd Boone NC 28607wwwwitsendrentalscom
AUNT BIRDIErsquoS PLACE(828) 295-0988wwwvrbocom469820
BANNER ELK MOUNTAIN CABINS(828) 387-1209wwwbannerelkmtncabinscom
BEAR TREE CABINValle Crucis NCwwwvrbocom137753
BERRY HILL COTTAGE(919) 772-7166Ka4puvcomberryhillhtml
BEULAHLAND CABINS(828) 963-3443 bull (800) 990-8209 632 N Pine Run Road Boone NC 28607wwwbeulahlandcabinscom
BIRDSONG LOG CABIN RENTALS(704) 906-0856328 Shores Way Boone NC 28607wwwbirdsongcabincom
BLOWING ROCK MOUNTAIN VIEW DUPLEX(828) 295-3763 bull (877) 237-3763149 Old Johnrsquos River RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605
BLOWING ROCK PROPERTIES(800) 849-01471059 Main St Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockmountaincabinscom
BLOWING ROCK RESORT RENTALS(828) 295-9899 bull (866)-800-9899232 Ransom StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockresortrentalscom
BLUE RIDGE BLISSwwwvrbocom494656
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN LODGE(828) 310-1880 or (828) 310-6600wwwblueridgemountainlodgecom
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN RENTALS(800) 237-7975 (828) 295-74007595 Valley RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblueridgerentalscom
BLUE RIDGE VACATION CABINS(828) 963-2393 bull (866) 880-1372120 Honey Bear Campground Road Boone NC 28607wwwblueridgevacationcabinscom
BOONE CABIN RENTALS(828) 262-0978 bull (800) 282-25071460 Snaggy Mtn BlvdBoone NC 28607wwwboonecabinscom
BOONE VACATION CABINS (828) 964-0430175 Bairdrsquos Drive Boone NC 28607wwwboonevacationcabinscom
BROADSTONE COTTAGE(828) 406-00672756 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis NCwwwbroadstonecottagecom
BROOKWOOD CABIN(912) 658-2575wwwvrbocom273535
CAROLINA CABIN RENTALS(828) 295-6000 197 Old US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwcarolinacabinrentalscom
CHALET ALPINE(704) 839-3343wwwvrbocom507853
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Y CHEADLE CHALET(336) 765-0900 512 Deer Run Deep Gap NC 28618 wwwvrbocom92962
CREEKSIDE COTTAGE(919) 622-4943144 Spice Apple WayBanner Elk NC 28604wwwgrandfathermountaincabinscom
DAYrsquoS MOUNTAIN RETREAT(727) 580-5999wwwvrbocom311959
ELITE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES(828) 295-6861153 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwelitemountainpropertiescom
FALL CREEK VACATION RENTALS(336) 877-31311105 Fall Creek RoadFleetwood NC 28626wwwfallcreekvacationrentalscom
FAMILY LODGE(786) 210-4787wwwvrbocom3949230ha
FOSCOE RENTALS(800) 723-7341 bull (828) 963-8142133 Echota Pkwy Boone NC 28607 wwwfoscoerentalscom
GRANDFATHER CABINS(828) 355-4535 bull (800) 788-2582125 Profile View Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfatherrvcom
HEART OF THE HIGH COUNTRY REALTY(336) 877-25653899 Railroad Grade RoadTodd NC 28684wwwtoddcabinrentalscom
HEMLOCK RIDGE CABIN(888) 547-7598 bull (336) 998-5252 526 Spice Bottom TrailBanner Elk NC 28604wwwhemlockridgenccom
HIGH COUNTRY CABIN RENTALS(855) 651-48326236 Hwy 321 S Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwhccabinrentalscom
HIGH COUNTRY HIDE-AWAY(336) 926-3022wwwvrbocom45160
HOLTON MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 264-3644480 Hwy 105 ExtensionBoone NC 28607 wwwholtonmountainrentalscom
HOUND EARS RENTALS(828) 963-4301 328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Boone NC 28607 wwwhoundearscom
HUMMINGBIRD HILL CABIN VILLAGE (914) 455-3609 Boone NC wwwhummingbirdhillcabinscom
JENKINS RENTALS (800) 438-7803 bull (828) 295-9888452 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwjenkinsrentalscom
JUST BUILT LOG CABIN - HOWARD CREEK FALLS(828) 263-8349351 Doe Ridge Boone NC 28607
KILKELLY CABINS(828) 264-70763649 Jakes Mountain RoadBoone NC 28607wwwkilkellycabinscom
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MILL RIDGE VACATION RENTALS(828) 963-4900229 Clubhouse Drive Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwmillridgeresortscom
MOUNTAIN CREEK RETREAT (828) 898-9771 bull (828) 387-18463731 Winklers Creek Road Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwmountaincreekretreatcom
MOUNTAIN RETREATS REALTY (828) 963-6325 bull (800) 819-76474840 Highway 105 Suite 3 Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwncmountainretreatscom
MOUNTAIN SONG CABIN(828) 572-3257 139 Mountain Street Vilas NC 28692 wwwmountainsongcabincom
MOUNTAIN VIEW REALTY(828) 295-3554 bull (888) 245-7923960 Main StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwmountain-view-realtycom
MOUNTAINAIRE LOG CABINS(828) 295-7991wwwmountainaireinncomrustic-cabins
MT SINAI CABIN(704) 361-9729wwwvrbocom280893
OLD FARMHOUSE AT WILLET PONDS (828) 297-4653 bull (828) 297-95711601 Willet Miller RoadTodd NC 28684 wwwgoldencockerelcom
OWLrsquoS ROOST(336) 299-1851wwwvrbocom328149
PARKWAY CABINS (866) 679-3002 bull (828) 262-5024749 Turkey Knob Boone NC 28607wwwparkwaycabinscom
RIVERSIDE LOG CABIN RENTALS (828) 264-2792 bull (800) 774-3493129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwriversidelogcabinscom
SERENITY FALLS 9710 Elk Creek RoadDeep Gap NC 28618wwwserenity-fallscom
SHOOK CREEK CABIN(828) 963-0056614 Tom Shook RoadBanner Elk NC 28604 wwwvacationrentaldirectcomvacation-rentals7816htm
SONGBIRD CABIN(828) 964-6322Sugar Grove NCwwwsongbirdcabincom
SUGAR BEARrsquoS OVERLOOK CABIN(919) 468-9986Sugar Grove NC wwwfreewebscomsugarbearoverlookcabin
SWISS MOUNTAIN VILLAGE(828) 295-33732324 Flat Top RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwswissmountaincom
TAYLORrsquoS COZY RIVER(704) 437-1090wwwvrbocom616454
TROUTSONG(828) 773-62523149 Howardrsquos Creek RdBoone NC 28607wwwvrbocom123144
TWISTED LAUREL CABIN(919) 818-8249wwwvrbocom231107
VALLE CRUCIS LOG CABIN RENTALS(828) 963-77743657 Broadstone RoadValle Crucis NC 28691wwwlogcabinrentalscom
WHITE FENCE FARM ndash DOWNTOWN BOONE RENTAL(828) 964-6767270 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwwhitefencefarmrentalscomdowntown-boone-rental
WINGROVE MOUNTAIN CHALET(828) 963-6877 163 Moore Mtn Road Vilas NC 28692 wwwwingrovechaletcom
WINKLERrsquoS CREEK CABINS (828) 264-2863380 Indian Springs RunBoone NC 28607 wwwwinklerscreekcabinscom
WOLFrsquoS DEN(704) 906-6645wwwvrbocom435108
YONAHLOSSEE ACCOMMODATIONS (800) 962-1986226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607 wwwyonahlosseecom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
PLACES TO PLAY
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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Y THE CHILDRENrsquoS PLAYHOUSE(828) 263-0011400 Tracy Circle Boonewwwgoplayhouseorg
FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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bull Free RV Parking w Outdoor Outletsbull Free High-Speed Internetbull Largest Indoor Pool in Boonebull Free 8-Item SuperStart Breakfastbull In-Room Refrigerators bull Microwaves bull And Morebull Kids 17 and under stay free with an adult
SUPER 8 2419 NC 105 BOONE NC 28607PHONE 828-264-4133
SLEEP INN BOONE NC163 HWY 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-0020
bull Newly Renovatedbull CableSatellite TVbull Free Local Callsbull In-Room Coffee Makerbull Free Wireless High-Speed Internet bull And Morebull Located only one mile from
Appalachian State University
WWWVISITBOONECOM
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES165 NC 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-1234
bull Newly Renovatedbull Free High-Speed Internetbull Refrigerators bull Microwave Ovensbull Select rooms feature fireplaces and whirlpool tubsbull Queen or king beds offer
Tempur-Pedic Dream Spa mattressesbull Large 1400 sq ft conference center and pet friendly
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Award winning Courtyard by Marriott in the heart of Boone
Heated indoor pool fitness center and hot tub
Beautiful outdoor Courtyard with cozy fire pit
Spacious guest rooms and suites plus 1000 square feet of meeting space
Free enhanced Wi-Fi access and amp flat screen HD-TV in guest rooms
The Bistro on-site restaurant and bar open for breakfast amp dinner
24-Hour Starbucks and Market
Smoke free environment
1050 Highway 105 Boone North Carolina 28607
1-828-265-7676 | wwwmarriottcomhkybn
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bull Indoor Pool bull Free High-Speed Internet
bull Complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffet
bull The hotel is located within easy reach of Appalachian State University Grandfather Mountain the best ski slopes in the area and other attractions
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES BY CARLSON818 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-264-4234
QUALITY INN AND SUITES840 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-266-1100
bull Free Hot Breakfast
bull Guest Rooms amp Suites bull Cable Satellite TV
bull High-Speed Internet bull Free Parking
bull Indoor Heated Swimming Pool
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bull One mile to ASU
bull All rooms are Suites
bull Microwave Refrigerator Sleeper Sofa
bull Complimentary ldquoSavory Startsrdquo Breakfast
bull Large Indoor Pool and Game Room
1184 Highway 105
8282680099
bull Only two miles to ASU
bull Walk to a variety of restaurants
bull Indoor Pool amp Fitness Room
bull Complimentary Breakfast
1184 Highway 105
8282680099
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PLACES TO STAYHOTELS amp MOTELS
ALPEN ACRES MOTEL(888) 297-7981318 Old Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwalpenacrescomLocated on scenic hilltop 14 mile from Blue Ridge Parkway Separate chalet for 2 AAA-approved
BAYMONT INN amp SUITES(828) 264-00771075 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwbaymontinnscom100 nonsmoking rooms Free continental Breakfast free internet HBO Heated indoor Pool and spa
BOONE TRAIL MOTEL (828) 264-8839275 E King Street Boone NC 28607Near Danrsquol Boone Inn and ASU Picnic area Apartments sleep 8
COMFORT SUITES(866) 854-5959 bull (828) 268-00991184 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES(828) 264-4234 bull (800) 596-2375818 E King Street Boone NC 28607wwwcountryinnscomJacuzzi suites and two-room suites available Indoor heated pool whirlpool and fitness center
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT(828) 265-76761050 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwmarriottcomBoones newest hotel the Marriott Courtyard with 100 rooms opened in January 2012 The new state-of-the-art lobby at Courtyard provides greater flexibility and choices for our guests Suites and meeting room also available
FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES(828) 268-0677 bull (866) 871-7425 2060 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607 wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar Meeting space for 20-100 people
GREENErsquoS MOTEL(828) 264-88451377 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607Large well-furnished rooms with scenic views private balconies
HIDDEN VALLEY MOTEL (828) 963-43728725 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607wwwhiddenvalleymotelcomSmall family run motel attractive gardens near attractions and skiing
HIGHLAND HILLS MOTEL (828) 264-2277 bull (800) 948-5276wwwhighlandhillscabinscomCottages rooms units with Jacuzzi wireless Internet Cabins sleep up to 11 people
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS (828) 264-2451 bull (888) SEE-MTNS1943 Blowing Rock Road Boone NC wwwexpressboonecom Close to area attractions and ASU Bridal amp executive suites with Jacuzzi In-room coffee and exercise facility
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES(828) 262-1234 165 Hwy 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwLQcomBeautiful mountain lodge featuring indoor pool hot tub exercise room and high speed wireless Internet Suites with Jacuzzi tub and some with fireplaces Meeting facility will hold up to 250 people Pet Friendly
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QUALITY INN amp SUITES (828) 266-1100 bull 840 E King Street Boone wwwchoicehotelscomnorth-carolinaboonequality-inn-hotelsnc790 Close to downtown Boone and across from shopping and theater Free hot breakfast and indoor pool Pet Friendly
SLEEP INN(828) 262-0020 163 Highway 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwsleepinncomFree continental breakfast heated outdoor pool game room high speed Internet access Close to downtown Boone and ASU
SMOKETREE LODGE(800) 422-1880 bull (828) 963-650511914 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsmoketree-lodgecomBetween Boone amp Banner Elk Fully furnished condos with cable TV jacuzzi sauna game room
SUPER 8 MOTEL OF BOONE(828) 264-4133 bull (800) 560-59422419 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwsuper8boonecomComplimentary continental breakfast free local calls hair dryers senior discounts fax service available elevators indoor pool
BED amp BREAKFASTSCAROLINA MOUNTAIN LODGE(831) 601-7820 467 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC 28607wwwcarolinamountainlodgecomCarolina Mountain Lodge is a newly opened bed and breakfast and offers 5 luxurious uniquely themed guest rooms It is only 5 minutes away from the Blue Ridge Parkway and 12 minutes from downtown Boone
INN AT LITTLE POND(828) 297-1011 208 Valle Cay Dr Valle Crucis NC 28692 wwwncinncomThis enchanting inn a sophisticated country house with exceptional style and quiet simplicity is nestled amidst a pine grove and pastoral mountain meadow The innkeepers have put charm back into everyday life at this classic 1900 farmhouse filling it with a sense of conviviality and warmth
LAZY BEAR LODGE (828) 963-9201 315 Lazy Bear Trail Vilas NC 28691 wwwlazy-bear-lodgecomA bed amp breakfast retreat situated in beautiful Valle Crucis The lodge is only minutes from Boone Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway and offers large comfortable porches sweeping panoramic mountain views and plenty of privacy
LOVILL HOUSE INN B amp B(800) 849-9466 bull (828) 264-4204404 Old Bristol Road Boone NC 28607wwwlovillhouseinncomExperience the ultimate in AAA Four-Diamond Award amenities services and hospitality at this historic six-guest room farmhouse BampB on eleven wooded acres in Boone Less than one mile from ASU campus shopping and dining Mid-week business rates available Children over 12 welcome Non-smoking environment
THE MAST FARM INN(888) 963-5857 bull (828) 963-58572543 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwMastFarmInncomLocated in Valle Crucis NC the inn is a reknowned full service bed amp breakfast The 1800s farmhouse is on the National Register of Historic Places and offers guest rooms private getaway cottages fine dining and great wines
MOUNTAINSIDE LODGE B amp B(828) 963-4006 bull (877) 687-43331709 Broadstone RdBanner Elk NC 28604wwwmountainsidelodgebbcom The utmost in southern hospitality along with spectacular mountain views and serenity awaits you at this rustic and elegantly designed log home The lodge offers a relaxing atmosphere spacious guest rooms with private baths a full homemade breakfast and more
404 Old Bristol Rd Boone NC | 1-800-849-9466 | wwwlovillhouseinncom
Experience genuine country hospitality in our historic farm house on 11 wooded acres in Boone Six guest rooms with private baths cable
TVs Wi-Fi AC fireplaces and phones Full breakfast included
2015 Excellence Award Winner
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THE TAYLOR HOUSE INN(800) 963-55814584 Hwy 194 S Banner Elk NC 28604wwwtaylorhouseinncomThe Taylor House Inn is a bed and breakfast known for offering romantic getaways hosting fabulous family reunions corporate retreats and some of the best weddings in Valle Crucis They have won multiple awards from bedampbreakfastcom and won a 2010 amazing customer service award from the Boone Area Chamber
VALLE CRUCIS BED amp BREAKFAST (828) 963-25252171 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwvallecrucisbandbcomThe Valle Crucis B amp B offers majestic views of the River Run Horse Farm and blends todayrsquos finest amenities for a mountain experience you wonrsquot soon forget Select a room in the main bed amp breakfast with breathtaking front porch views or relax in one of their uniquely decorated themed suites
CONFERENCECENTERS
ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 693 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingorgintl- meditation-center-usa
VALLE CRUCIS CONFERENCE CENTER(828) 963-4453146 Skiles Way Banner Elk NC 28604wwwhighsouthcomvallecrucisThe Valle Crucis Conference Center is a Year Round Retreat Facility Serving a Wide Range of Church Family and other Non-Profit Groups
RESORTS amp SPAS ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 639 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingretreatcenterorgRestful rooms with incredible views spa delicious vegetarian dining yoga and meditation available
CRESTWOOD(828) 963-66463236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone NC 28607 wwwcrestwoodnccomThe essence of an intimate country inn while offering all the indulgences of a grand resort A luxurious boutique resort gourmet restaurant and spa
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shulls Mill Road Boone NC 28607wwwhoundearscomA 750 acre lodge and luxury resort in a gated community Golf tennis heated pool dining room lounge
WESTGLOW RESORT amp SPA(800) 562-0807 bull (828) 295-4463224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwwestglowcomTravel and Leisure Magazinersquos Worldrsquos Best Awards Survey has named Westglow as ldquothe number two destination spa in the worldrdquo Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains the elegant Greek Revival mansion is the perfect place to renew mind body and spirit
BLOWING ROCK
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Y WILLOW VALLEY RESORT (828) 963-6551350 Bairds Creek Road Vilas NC 28692wwwwillowvalley-resortcomCabins condos and chalets 9 hole par 3 golf course and tennis on site Located within 10 miles of Boone Blowing Rock Valle Crucis and ASU
YONAHLOSSEE RESORT amp CLUB (800) 962-1986 bull (828) 963-6400226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607wwwyonahlosseecomA natural resort where families gather and couples celebrate Offering intimate inn rooms cozy cottages and elegant vacation home rentals in the heart of the mountains Indoor amp outdoor Tennis indoor pool fitness center and fine dining at the Gamekeeper Restaurant
CAMPGROUNDSBLUE BEAR MOUNTAIN CAMP(828) 406-4226196 Blue Bear Mountain RdTodd NC 28684wwwbluebearmountaincom
BOONE KOA(828) 264-7250123 Harmony Mountain LaneBoone NC 28607wwwkoacomcampgroundsbooneOpen May 1 - Oct 31
FLINTLOCK FAMILY CAMPGROUND(888) 850-9997171 Flintlock Campground DriveBoone NC 28607wwwflintlockcampgroundcomOpen April-October
GRANDFATHER CAMPGROUND(800) 788-2582 bull (828) 355-4535Highway 105 near Foscoe NCwwwgrandfatherrvcomOpen year round
HONEY BEAR CAMPGROUND (828) 963-4586229 Honey Bear Campground RoadBoone NC 28607wwwhoneybearcampgroundcom
VANDERPOOL CAMPGROUND(828) 297-3486120 Campground Road Vilas NC 28692wwwvanderpoolcampgroundcomOpen Year-round
CABINS COTTAGES amp CONDOS
5 BOYS RETREATwwwvrbocom433105
A AND W MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 898-9188wwwaandwrentalscom
A BEARrsquoS DEN(704) 258-4665107 Apple Ridge Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwabearsdencom
A STARRY NIGHT LODGE(704) 619-5401216 Veronica Way Vilas NC 28692wwwvrbocom444251
ADArsquoS COTTAGES(828) 295-7983wwwvrbocom335490
ADLERHORST(919) 802-4924Boone Areawwwmountaincabinnccom
ANDERSON REALTY amp RENTALS(828) 262-0043184 N Water Street 13 Boone NC 28607wwwrentourcabinscom
ANDREArsquoS CABINS(828) 964-9005wwwandreascabinscom
APPALACHIAN LOG CABIN RENTALS(919) 625-1197160 Sassyfrass Lane Boone NC 28607wwwappalachianlogcabincom
APPALACHIAN SKI MTN LODGING(828) 295-7828940 Ski Mountain RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605 wwwappskimtncom
APPALACHIAN SUNSET CABIN(704) 607-8910165 Sunset Springs DrBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwvrbocom408243
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AROUND THE BEND CABIN(954) 570-9256Boone Areawwwvrbocom126989
ASHEMORE LUXURY RENTALS(828) 963-7310120 Honey Bear Campground RdBoone NC 28607wwwBooneLuxuryRentalscom
AT YOUR WITS END VACATION RENTALS(800) 774-3493 bull (828) 264-3535719 Greenway Rd Boone NC 28607wwwwitsendrentalscom
AUNT BIRDIErsquoS PLACE(828) 295-0988wwwvrbocom469820
BANNER ELK MOUNTAIN CABINS(828) 387-1209wwwbannerelkmtncabinscom
BEAR TREE CABINValle Crucis NCwwwvrbocom137753
BERRY HILL COTTAGE(919) 772-7166Ka4puvcomberryhillhtml
BEULAHLAND CABINS(828) 963-3443 bull (800) 990-8209 632 N Pine Run Road Boone NC 28607wwwbeulahlandcabinscom
BIRDSONG LOG CABIN RENTALS(704) 906-0856328 Shores Way Boone NC 28607wwwbirdsongcabincom
BLOWING ROCK MOUNTAIN VIEW DUPLEX(828) 295-3763 bull (877) 237-3763149 Old Johnrsquos River RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605
BLOWING ROCK PROPERTIES(800) 849-01471059 Main St Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockmountaincabinscom
BLOWING ROCK RESORT RENTALS(828) 295-9899 bull (866)-800-9899232 Ransom StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockresortrentalscom
BLUE RIDGE BLISSwwwvrbocom494656
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN LODGE(828) 310-1880 or (828) 310-6600wwwblueridgemountainlodgecom
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN RENTALS(800) 237-7975 (828) 295-74007595 Valley RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblueridgerentalscom
BLUE RIDGE VACATION CABINS(828) 963-2393 bull (866) 880-1372120 Honey Bear Campground Road Boone NC 28607wwwblueridgevacationcabinscom
BOONE CABIN RENTALS(828) 262-0978 bull (800) 282-25071460 Snaggy Mtn BlvdBoone NC 28607wwwboonecabinscom
BOONE VACATION CABINS (828) 964-0430175 Bairdrsquos Drive Boone NC 28607wwwboonevacationcabinscom
BROADSTONE COTTAGE(828) 406-00672756 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis NCwwwbroadstonecottagecom
BROOKWOOD CABIN(912) 658-2575wwwvrbocom273535
CAROLINA CABIN RENTALS(828) 295-6000 197 Old US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwcarolinacabinrentalscom
CHALET ALPINE(704) 839-3343wwwvrbocom507853
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Y CHEADLE CHALET(336) 765-0900 512 Deer Run Deep Gap NC 28618 wwwvrbocom92962
CREEKSIDE COTTAGE(919) 622-4943144 Spice Apple WayBanner Elk NC 28604wwwgrandfathermountaincabinscom
DAYrsquoS MOUNTAIN RETREAT(727) 580-5999wwwvrbocom311959
ELITE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES(828) 295-6861153 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwelitemountainpropertiescom
FALL CREEK VACATION RENTALS(336) 877-31311105 Fall Creek RoadFleetwood NC 28626wwwfallcreekvacationrentalscom
FAMILY LODGE(786) 210-4787wwwvrbocom3949230ha
FOSCOE RENTALS(800) 723-7341 bull (828) 963-8142133 Echota Pkwy Boone NC 28607 wwwfoscoerentalscom
GRANDFATHER CABINS(828) 355-4535 bull (800) 788-2582125 Profile View Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfatherrvcom
HEART OF THE HIGH COUNTRY REALTY(336) 877-25653899 Railroad Grade RoadTodd NC 28684wwwtoddcabinrentalscom
HEMLOCK RIDGE CABIN(888) 547-7598 bull (336) 998-5252 526 Spice Bottom TrailBanner Elk NC 28604wwwhemlockridgenccom
HIGH COUNTRY CABIN RENTALS(855) 651-48326236 Hwy 321 S Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwhccabinrentalscom
HIGH COUNTRY HIDE-AWAY(336) 926-3022wwwvrbocom45160
HOLTON MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 264-3644480 Hwy 105 ExtensionBoone NC 28607 wwwholtonmountainrentalscom
HOUND EARS RENTALS(828) 963-4301 328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Boone NC 28607 wwwhoundearscom
HUMMINGBIRD HILL CABIN VILLAGE (914) 455-3609 Boone NC wwwhummingbirdhillcabinscom
JENKINS RENTALS (800) 438-7803 bull (828) 295-9888452 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwjenkinsrentalscom
JUST BUILT LOG CABIN - HOWARD CREEK FALLS(828) 263-8349351 Doe Ridge Boone NC 28607
KILKELLY CABINS(828) 264-70763649 Jakes Mountain RoadBoone NC 28607wwwkilkellycabinscom
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MILL RIDGE VACATION RENTALS(828) 963-4900229 Clubhouse Drive Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwmillridgeresortscom
MOUNTAIN CREEK RETREAT (828) 898-9771 bull (828) 387-18463731 Winklers Creek Road Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwmountaincreekretreatcom
MOUNTAIN RETREATS REALTY (828) 963-6325 bull (800) 819-76474840 Highway 105 Suite 3 Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwncmountainretreatscom
MOUNTAIN SONG CABIN(828) 572-3257 139 Mountain Street Vilas NC 28692 wwwmountainsongcabincom
MOUNTAIN VIEW REALTY(828) 295-3554 bull (888) 245-7923960 Main StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwmountain-view-realtycom
MOUNTAINAIRE LOG CABINS(828) 295-7991wwwmountainaireinncomrustic-cabins
MT SINAI CABIN(704) 361-9729wwwvrbocom280893
OLD FARMHOUSE AT WILLET PONDS (828) 297-4653 bull (828) 297-95711601 Willet Miller RoadTodd NC 28684 wwwgoldencockerelcom
OWLrsquoS ROOST(336) 299-1851wwwvrbocom328149
PARKWAY CABINS (866) 679-3002 bull (828) 262-5024749 Turkey Knob Boone NC 28607wwwparkwaycabinscom
RIVERSIDE LOG CABIN RENTALS (828) 264-2792 bull (800) 774-3493129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwriversidelogcabinscom
SERENITY FALLS 9710 Elk Creek RoadDeep Gap NC 28618wwwserenity-fallscom
SHOOK CREEK CABIN(828) 963-0056614 Tom Shook RoadBanner Elk NC 28604 wwwvacationrentaldirectcomvacation-rentals7816htm
SONGBIRD CABIN(828) 964-6322Sugar Grove NCwwwsongbirdcabincom
SUGAR BEARrsquoS OVERLOOK CABIN(919) 468-9986Sugar Grove NC wwwfreewebscomsugarbearoverlookcabin
SWISS MOUNTAIN VILLAGE(828) 295-33732324 Flat Top RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwswissmountaincom
TAYLORrsquoS COZY RIVER(704) 437-1090wwwvrbocom616454
TROUTSONG(828) 773-62523149 Howardrsquos Creek RdBoone NC 28607wwwvrbocom123144
TWISTED LAUREL CABIN(919) 818-8249wwwvrbocom231107
VALLE CRUCIS LOG CABIN RENTALS(828) 963-77743657 Broadstone RoadValle Crucis NC 28691wwwlogcabinrentalscom
WHITE FENCE FARM ndash DOWNTOWN BOONE RENTAL(828) 964-6767270 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwwhitefencefarmrentalscomdowntown-boone-rental
WINGROVE MOUNTAIN CHALET(828) 963-6877 163 Moore Mtn Road Vilas NC 28692 wwwwingrovechaletcom
WINKLERrsquoS CREEK CABINS (828) 264-2863380 Indian Springs RunBoone NC 28607 wwwwinklerscreekcabinscom
WOLFrsquoS DEN(704) 906-6645wwwvrbocom435108
YONAHLOSSEE ACCOMMODATIONS (800) 962-1986226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607 wwwyonahlosseecom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
PLACES TO PLAY
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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Y THE CHILDRENrsquoS PLAYHOUSE(828) 263-0011400 Tracy Circle Boonewwwgoplayhouseorg
FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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Explore Boone NC
Follow us on social media to share
photos of your favorite Boone adventures
and find ideas for your next getaway
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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SUPER 8 2419 NC 105 BOONE NC 28607PHONE 828-264-4133
SLEEP INN BOONE NC163 HWY 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-0020
bull Newly Renovatedbull CableSatellite TVbull Free Local Callsbull In-Room Coffee Makerbull Free Wireless High-Speed Internet bull And Morebull Located only one mile from
Appalachian State University
WWWVISITBOONECOM
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES165 NC 105 EXTENSION BOONE NC 28607 PHONE 828-262-1234
bull Newly Renovatedbull Free High-Speed Internetbull Refrigerators bull Microwave Ovensbull Select rooms feature fireplaces and whirlpool tubsbull Queen or king beds offer
Tempur-Pedic Dream Spa mattressesbull Large 1400 sq ft conference center and pet friendly
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Award winning Courtyard by Marriott in the heart of Boone
Heated indoor pool fitness center and hot tub
Beautiful outdoor Courtyard with cozy fire pit
Spacious guest rooms and suites plus 1000 square feet of meeting space
Free enhanced Wi-Fi access and amp flat screen HD-TV in guest rooms
The Bistro on-site restaurant and bar open for breakfast amp dinner
24-Hour Starbucks and Market
Smoke free environment
1050 Highway 105 Boone North Carolina 28607
1-828-265-7676 | wwwmarriottcomhkybn
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bull The hotel is located within easy reach of Appalachian State University Grandfather Mountain the best ski slopes in the area and other attractions
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES BY CARLSON818 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-264-4234
QUALITY INN AND SUITES840 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-266-1100
bull Free Hot Breakfast
bull Guest Rooms amp Suites bull Cable Satellite TV
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bull Complimentary ldquoSavory Startsrdquo Breakfast
bull Large Indoor Pool and Game Room
1184 Highway 105
8282680099
bull Only two miles to ASU
bull Walk to a variety of restaurants
bull Indoor Pool amp Fitness Room
bull Complimentary Breakfast
1184 Highway 105
8282680099
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PLACES TO STAYHOTELS amp MOTELS
ALPEN ACRES MOTEL(888) 297-7981318 Old Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwalpenacrescomLocated on scenic hilltop 14 mile from Blue Ridge Parkway Separate chalet for 2 AAA-approved
BAYMONT INN amp SUITES(828) 264-00771075 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwbaymontinnscom100 nonsmoking rooms Free continental Breakfast free internet HBO Heated indoor Pool and spa
BOONE TRAIL MOTEL (828) 264-8839275 E King Street Boone NC 28607Near Danrsquol Boone Inn and ASU Picnic area Apartments sleep 8
COMFORT SUITES(866) 854-5959 bull (828) 268-00991184 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES(828) 264-4234 bull (800) 596-2375818 E King Street Boone NC 28607wwwcountryinnscomJacuzzi suites and two-room suites available Indoor heated pool whirlpool and fitness center
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT(828) 265-76761050 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwmarriottcomBoones newest hotel the Marriott Courtyard with 100 rooms opened in January 2012 The new state-of-the-art lobby at Courtyard provides greater flexibility and choices for our guests Suites and meeting room also available
FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES(828) 268-0677 bull (866) 871-7425 2060 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607 wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar Meeting space for 20-100 people
GREENErsquoS MOTEL(828) 264-88451377 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607Large well-furnished rooms with scenic views private balconies
HIDDEN VALLEY MOTEL (828) 963-43728725 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607wwwhiddenvalleymotelcomSmall family run motel attractive gardens near attractions and skiing
HIGHLAND HILLS MOTEL (828) 264-2277 bull (800) 948-5276wwwhighlandhillscabinscomCottages rooms units with Jacuzzi wireless Internet Cabins sleep up to 11 people
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS (828) 264-2451 bull (888) SEE-MTNS1943 Blowing Rock Road Boone NC wwwexpressboonecom Close to area attractions and ASU Bridal amp executive suites with Jacuzzi In-room coffee and exercise facility
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES(828) 262-1234 165 Hwy 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwLQcomBeautiful mountain lodge featuring indoor pool hot tub exercise room and high speed wireless Internet Suites with Jacuzzi tub and some with fireplaces Meeting facility will hold up to 250 people Pet Friendly
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888SEEMTNS expressboonecom
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QUALITY INN amp SUITES (828) 266-1100 bull 840 E King Street Boone wwwchoicehotelscomnorth-carolinaboonequality-inn-hotelsnc790 Close to downtown Boone and across from shopping and theater Free hot breakfast and indoor pool Pet Friendly
SLEEP INN(828) 262-0020 163 Highway 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwsleepinncomFree continental breakfast heated outdoor pool game room high speed Internet access Close to downtown Boone and ASU
SMOKETREE LODGE(800) 422-1880 bull (828) 963-650511914 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsmoketree-lodgecomBetween Boone amp Banner Elk Fully furnished condos with cable TV jacuzzi sauna game room
SUPER 8 MOTEL OF BOONE(828) 264-4133 bull (800) 560-59422419 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwsuper8boonecomComplimentary continental breakfast free local calls hair dryers senior discounts fax service available elevators indoor pool
BED amp BREAKFASTSCAROLINA MOUNTAIN LODGE(831) 601-7820 467 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC 28607wwwcarolinamountainlodgecomCarolina Mountain Lodge is a newly opened bed and breakfast and offers 5 luxurious uniquely themed guest rooms It is only 5 minutes away from the Blue Ridge Parkway and 12 minutes from downtown Boone
INN AT LITTLE POND(828) 297-1011 208 Valle Cay Dr Valle Crucis NC 28692 wwwncinncomThis enchanting inn a sophisticated country house with exceptional style and quiet simplicity is nestled amidst a pine grove and pastoral mountain meadow The innkeepers have put charm back into everyday life at this classic 1900 farmhouse filling it with a sense of conviviality and warmth
LAZY BEAR LODGE (828) 963-9201 315 Lazy Bear Trail Vilas NC 28691 wwwlazy-bear-lodgecomA bed amp breakfast retreat situated in beautiful Valle Crucis The lodge is only minutes from Boone Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway and offers large comfortable porches sweeping panoramic mountain views and plenty of privacy
LOVILL HOUSE INN B amp B(800) 849-9466 bull (828) 264-4204404 Old Bristol Road Boone NC 28607wwwlovillhouseinncomExperience the ultimate in AAA Four-Diamond Award amenities services and hospitality at this historic six-guest room farmhouse BampB on eleven wooded acres in Boone Less than one mile from ASU campus shopping and dining Mid-week business rates available Children over 12 welcome Non-smoking environment
THE MAST FARM INN(888) 963-5857 bull (828) 963-58572543 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwMastFarmInncomLocated in Valle Crucis NC the inn is a reknowned full service bed amp breakfast The 1800s farmhouse is on the National Register of Historic Places and offers guest rooms private getaway cottages fine dining and great wines
MOUNTAINSIDE LODGE B amp B(828) 963-4006 bull (877) 687-43331709 Broadstone RdBanner Elk NC 28604wwwmountainsidelodgebbcom The utmost in southern hospitality along with spectacular mountain views and serenity awaits you at this rustic and elegantly designed log home The lodge offers a relaxing atmosphere spacious guest rooms with private baths a full homemade breakfast and more
404 Old Bristol Rd Boone NC | 1-800-849-9466 | wwwlovillhouseinncom
Experience genuine country hospitality in our historic farm house on 11 wooded acres in Boone Six guest rooms with private baths cable
TVs Wi-Fi AC fireplaces and phones Full breakfast included
2015 Excellence Award Winner
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THE TAYLOR HOUSE INN(800) 963-55814584 Hwy 194 S Banner Elk NC 28604wwwtaylorhouseinncomThe Taylor House Inn is a bed and breakfast known for offering romantic getaways hosting fabulous family reunions corporate retreats and some of the best weddings in Valle Crucis They have won multiple awards from bedampbreakfastcom and won a 2010 amazing customer service award from the Boone Area Chamber
VALLE CRUCIS BED amp BREAKFAST (828) 963-25252171 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwvallecrucisbandbcomThe Valle Crucis B amp B offers majestic views of the River Run Horse Farm and blends todayrsquos finest amenities for a mountain experience you wonrsquot soon forget Select a room in the main bed amp breakfast with breathtaking front porch views or relax in one of their uniquely decorated themed suites
CONFERENCECENTERS
ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 693 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingorgintl- meditation-center-usa
VALLE CRUCIS CONFERENCE CENTER(828) 963-4453146 Skiles Way Banner Elk NC 28604wwwhighsouthcomvallecrucisThe Valle Crucis Conference Center is a Year Round Retreat Facility Serving a Wide Range of Church Family and other Non-Profit Groups
RESORTS amp SPAS ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 639 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingretreatcenterorgRestful rooms with incredible views spa delicious vegetarian dining yoga and meditation available
CRESTWOOD(828) 963-66463236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone NC 28607 wwwcrestwoodnccomThe essence of an intimate country inn while offering all the indulgences of a grand resort A luxurious boutique resort gourmet restaurant and spa
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shulls Mill Road Boone NC 28607wwwhoundearscomA 750 acre lodge and luxury resort in a gated community Golf tennis heated pool dining room lounge
WESTGLOW RESORT amp SPA(800) 562-0807 bull (828) 295-4463224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwwestglowcomTravel and Leisure Magazinersquos Worldrsquos Best Awards Survey has named Westglow as ldquothe number two destination spa in the worldrdquo Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains the elegant Greek Revival mansion is the perfect place to renew mind body and spirit
BLOWING ROCK
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YONAHLOSSEE RESORT amp CLUB (800) 962-1986 bull (828) 963-6400226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607wwwyonahlosseecomA natural resort where families gather and couples celebrate Offering intimate inn rooms cozy cottages and elegant vacation home rentals in the heart of the mountains Indoor amp outdoor Tennis indoor pool fitness center and fine dining at the Gamekeeper Restaurant
CAMPGROUNDSBLUE BEAR MOUNTAIN CAMP(828) 406-4226196 Blue Bear Mountain RdTodd NC 28684wwwbluebearmountaincom
BOONE KOA(828) 264-7250123 Harmony Mountain LaneBoone NC 28607wwwkoacomcampgroundsbooneOpen May 1 - Oct 31
FLINTLOCK FAMILY CAMPGROUND(888) 850-9997171 Flintlock Campground DriveBoone NC 28607wwwflintlockcampgroundcomOpen April-October
GRANDFATHER CAMPGROUND(800) 788-2582 bull (828) 355-4535Highway 105 near Foscoe NCwwwgrandfatherrvcomOpen year round
HONEY BEAR CAMPGROUND (828) 963-4586229 Honey Bear Campground RoadBoone NC 28607wwwhoneybearcampgroundcom
VANDERPOOL CAMPGROUND(828) 297-3486120 Campground Road Vilas NC 28692wwwvanderpoolcampgroundcomOpen Year-round
CABINS COTTAGES amp CONDOS
5 BOYS RETREATwwwvrbocom433105
A AND W MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 898-9188wwwaandwrentalscom
A BEARrsquoS DEN(704) 258-4665107 Apple Ridge Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwabearsdencom
A STARRY NIGHT LODGE(704) 619-5401216 Veronica Way Vilas NC 28692wwwvrbocom444251
ADArsquoS COTTAGES(828) 295-7983wwwvrbocom335490
ADLERHORST(919) 802-4924Boone Areawwwmountaincabinnccom
ANDERSON REALTY amp RENTALS(828) 262-0043184 N Water Street 13 Boone NC 28607wwwrentourcabinscom
ANDREArsquoS CABINS(828) 964-9005wwwandreascabinscom
APPALACHIAN LOG CABIN RENTALS(919) 625-1197160 Sassyfrass Lane Boone NC 28607wwwappalachianlogcabincom
APPALACHIAN SKI MTN LODGING(828) 295-7828940 Ski Mountain RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605 wwwappskimtncom
APPALACHIAN SUNSET CABIN(704) 607-8910165 Sunset Springs DrBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwvrbocom408243
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AROUND THE BEND CABIN(954) 570-9256Boone Areawwwvrbocom126989
ASHEMORE LUXURY RENTALS(828) 963-7310120 Honey Bear Campground RdBoone NC 28607wwwBooneLuxuryRentalscom
AT YOUR WITS END VACATION RENTALS(800) 774-3493 bull (828) 264-3535719 Greenway Rd Boone NC 28607wwwwitsendrentalscom
AUNT BIRDIErsquoS PLACE(828) 295-0988wwwvrbocom469820
BANNER ELK MOUNTAIN CABINS(828) 387-1209wwwbannerelkmtncabinscom
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BERRY HILL COTTAGE(919) 772-7166Ka4puvcomberryhillhtml
BEULAHLAND CABINS(828) 963-3443 bull (800) 990-8209 632 N Pine Run Road Boone NC 28607wwwbeulahlandcabinscom
BIRDSONG LOG CABIN RENTALS(704) 906-0856328 Shores Way Boone NC 28607wwwbirdsongcabincom
BLOWING ROCK MOUNTAIN VIEW DUPLEX(828) 295-3763 bull (877) 237-3763149 Old Johnrsquos River RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605
BLOWING ROCK PROPERTIES(800) 849-01471059 Main St Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockmountaincabinscom
BLOWING ROCK RESORT RENTALS(828) 295-9899 bull (866)-800-9899232 Ransom StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockresortrentalscom
BLUE RIDGE BLISSwwwvrbocom494656
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BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN RENTALS(800) 237-7975 (828) 295-74007595 Valley RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblueridgerentalscom
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BOONE VACATION CABINS (828) 964-0430175 Bairdrsquos Drive Boone NC 28607wwwboonevacationcabinscom
BROADSTONE COTTAGE(828) 406-00672756 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis NCwwwbroadstonecottagecom
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CAROLINA CABIN RENTALS(828) 295-6000 197 Old US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwcarolinacabinrentalscom
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MOUNTAIN RETREATS REALTY (828) 963-6325 bull (800) 819-76474840 Highway 105 Suite 3 Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwncmountainretreatscom
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SONGBIRD CABIN(828) 964-6322Sugar Grove NCwwwsongbirdcabincom
SUGAR BEARrsquoS OVERLOOK CABIN(919) 468-9986Sugar Grove NC wwwfreewebscomsugarbearoverlookcabin
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WINKLERrsquoS CREEK CABINS (828) 264-2863380 Indian Springs RunBoone NC 28607 wwwwinklerscreekcabinscom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
PLACES TO PLAY
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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Y THE CHILDRENrsquoS PLAYHOUSE(828) 263-0011400 Tracy Circle Boonewwwgoplayhouseorg
FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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Award winning Courtyard by Marriott in the heart of Boone
Heated indoor pool fitness center and hot tub
Beautiful outdoor Courtyard with cozy fire pit
Spacious guest rooms and suites plus 1000 square feet of meeting space
Free enhanced Wi-Fi access and amp flat screen HD-TV in guest rooms
The Bistro on-site restaurant and bar open for breakfast amp dinner
24-Hour Starbucks and Market
Smoke free environment
1050 Highway 105 Boone North Carolina 28607
1-828-265-7676 | wwwmarriottcomhkybn
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COUNTRY INN AND SUITES BY CARLSON818 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-264-4234
QUALITY INN AND SUITES840 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-266-1100
bull Free Hot Breakfast
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1184 Highway 105
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1184 Highway 105
8282680099
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PLACES TO STAYHOTELS amp MOTELS
ALPEN ACRES MOTEL(888) 297-7981318 Old Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwalpenacrescomLocated on scenic hilltop 14 mile from Blue Ridge Parkway Separate chalet for 2 AAA-approved
BAYMONT INN amp SUITES(828) 264-00771075 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwbaymontinnscom100 nonsmoking rooms Free continental Breakfast free internet HBO Heated indoor Pool and spa
BOONE TRAIL MOTEL (828) 264-8839275 E King Street Boone NC 28607Near Danrsquol Boone Inn and ASU Picnic area Apartments sleep 8
COMFORT SUITES(866) 854-5959 bull (828) 268-00991184 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES(828) 264-4234 bull (800) 596-2375818 E King Street Boone NC 28607wwwcountryinnscomJacuzzi suites and two-room suites available Indoor heated pool whirlpool and fitness center
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT(828) 265-76761050 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwmarriottcomBoones newest hotel the Marriott Courtyard with 100 rooms opened in January 2012 The new state-of-the-art lobby at Courtyard provides greater flexibility and choices for our guests Suites and meeting room also available
FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES(828) 268-0677 bull (866) 871-7425 2060 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607 wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar Meeting space for 20-100 people
GREENErsquoS MOTEL(828) 264-88451377 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607Large well-furnished rooms with scenic views private balconies
HIDDEN VALLEY MOTEL (828) 963-43728725 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607wwwhiddenvalleymotelcomSmall family run motel attractive gardens near attractions and skiing
HIGHLAND HILLS MOTEL (828) 264-2277 bull (800) 948-5276wwwhighlandhillscabinscomCottages rooms units with Jacuzzi wireless Internet Cabins sleep up to 11 people
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS (828) 264-2451 bull (888) SEE-MTNS1943 Blowing Rock Road Boone NC wwwexpressboonecom Close to area attractions and ASU Bridal amp executive suites with Jacuzzi In-room coffee and exercise facility
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES(828) 262-1234 165 Hwy 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwLQcomBeautiful mountain lodge featuring indoor pool hot tub exercise room and high speed wireless Internet Suites with Jacuzzi tub and some with fireplaces Meeting facility will hold up to 250 people Pet Friendly
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QUALITY INN amp SUITES (828) 266-1100 bull 840 E King Street Boone wwwchoicehotelscomnorth-carolinaboonequality-inn-hotelsnc790 Close to downtown Boone and across from shopping and theater Free hot breakfast and indoor pool Pet Friendly
SLEEP INN(828) 262-0020 163 Highway 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwsleepinncomFree continental breakfast heated outdoor pool game room high speed Internet access Close to downtown Boone and ASU
SMOKETREE LODGE(800) 422-1880 bull (828) 963-650511914 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsmoketree-lodgecomBetween Boone amp Banner Elk Fully furnished condos with cable TV jacuzzi sauna game room
SUPER 8 MOTEL OF BOONE(828) 264-4133 bull (800) 560-59422419 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwsuper8boonecomComplimentary continental breakfast free local calls hair dryers senior discounts fax service available elevators indoor pool
BED amp BREAKFASTSCAROLINA MOUNTAIN LODGE(831) 601-7820 467 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC 28607wwwcarolinamountainlodgecomCarolina Mountain Lodge is a newly opened bed and breakfast and offers 5 luxurious uniquely themed guest rooms It is only 5 minutes away from the Blue Ridge Parkway and 12 minutes from downtown Boone
INN AT LITTLE POND(828) 297-1011 208 Valle Cay Dr Valle Crucis NC 28692 wwwncinncomThis enchanting inn a sophisticated country house with exceptional style and quiet simplicity is nestled amidst a pine grove and pastoral mountain meadow The innkeepers have put charm back into everyday life at this classic 1900 farmhouse filling it with a sense of conviviality and warmth
LAZY BEAR LODGE (828) 963-9201 315 Lazy Bear Trail Vilas NC 28691 wwwlazy-bear-lodgecomA bed amp breakfast retreat situated in beautiful Valle Crucis The lodge is only minutes from Boone Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway and offers large comfortable porches sweeping panoramic mountain views and plenty of privacy
LOVILL HOUSE INN B amp B(800) 849-9466 bull (828) 264-4204404 Old Bristol Road Boone NC 28607wwwlovillhouseinncomExperience the ultimate in AAA Four-Diamond Award amenities services and hospitality at this historic six-guest room farmhouse BampB on eleven wooded acres in Boone Less than one mile from ASU campus shopping and dining Mid-week business rates available Children over 12 welcome Non-smoking environment
THE MAST FARM INN(888) 963-5857 bull (828) 963-58572543 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwMastFarmInncomLocated in Valle Crucis NC the inn is a reknowned full service bed amp breakfast The 1800s farmhouse is on the National Register of Historic Places and offers guest rooms private getaway cottages fine dining and great wines
MOUNTAINSIDE LODGE B amp B(828) 963-4006 bull (877) 687-43331709 Broadstone RdBanner Elk NC 28604wwwmountainsidelodgebbcom The utmost in southern hospitality along with spectacular mountain views and serenity awaits you at this rustic and elegantly designed log home The lodge offers a relaxing atmosphere spacious guest rooms with private baths a full homemade breakfast and more
404 Old Bristol Rd Boone NC | 1-800-849-9466 | wwwlovillhouseinncom
Experience genuine country hospitality in our historic farm house on 11 wooded acres in Boone Six guest rooms with private baths cable
TVs Wi-Fi AC fireplaces and phones Full breakfast included
2015 Excellence Award Winner
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THE TAYLOR HOUSE INN(800) 963-55814584 Hwy 194 S Banner Elk NC 28604wwwtaylorhouseinncomThe Taylor House Inn is a bed and breakfast known for offering romantic getaways hosting fabulous family reunions corporate retreats and some of the best weddings in Valle Crucis They have won multiple awards from bedampbreakfastcom and won a 2010 amazing customer service award from the Boone Area Chamber
VALLE CRUCIS BED amp BREAKFAST (828) 963-25252171 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwvallecrucisbandbcomThe Valle Crucis B amp B offers majestic views of the River Run Horse Farm and blends todayrsquos finest amenities for a mountain experience you wonrsquot soon forget Select a room in the main bed amp breakfast with breathtaking front porch views or relax in one of their uniquely decorated themed suites
CONFERENCECENTERS
ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 693 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingorgintl- meditation-center-usa
VALLE CRUCIS CONFERENCE CENTER(828) 963-4453146 Skiles Way Banner Elk NC 28604wwwhighsouthcomvallecrucisThe Valle Crucis Conference Center is a Year Round Retreat Facility Serving a Wide Range of Church Family and other Non-Profit Groups
RESORTS amp SPAS ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 639 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingretreatcenterorgRestful rooms with incredible views spa delicious vegetarian dining yoga and meditation available
CRESTWOOD(828) 963-66463236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone NC 28607 wwwcrestwoodnccomThe essence of an intimate country inn while offering all the indulgences of a grand resort A luxurious boutique resort gourmet restaurant and spa
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shulls Mill Road Boone NC 28607wwwhoundearscomA 750 acre lodge and luxury resort in a gated community Golf tennis heated pool dining room lounge
WESTGLOW RESORT amp SPA(800) 562-0807 bull (828) 295-4463224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwwestglowcomTravel and Leisure Magazinersquos Worldrsquos Best Awards Survey has named Westglow as ldquothe number two destination spa in the worldrdquo Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains the elegant Greek Revival mansion is the perfect place to renew mind body and spirit
BLOWING ROCK
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Y WILLOW VALLEY RESORT (828) 963-6551350 Bairds Creek Road Vilas NC 28692wwwwillowvalley-resortcomCabins condos and chalets 9 hole par 3 golf course and tennis on site Located within 10 miles of Boone Blowing Rock Valle Crucis and ASU
YONAHLOSSEE RESORT amp CLUB (800) 962-1986 bull (828) 963-6400226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607wwwyonahlosseecomA natural resort where families gather and couples celebrate Offering intimate inn rooms cozy cottages and elegant vacation home rentals in the heart of the mountains Indoor amp outdoor Tennis indoor pool fitness center and fine dining at the Gamekeeper Restaurant
CAMPGROUNDSBLUE BEAR MOUNTAIN CAMP(828) 406-4226196 Blue Bear Mountain RdTodd NC 28684wwwbluebearmountaincom
BOONE KOA(828) 264-7250123 Harmony Mountain LaneBoone NC 28607wwwkoacomcampgroundsbooneOpen May 1 - Oct 31
FLINTLOCK FAMILY CAMPGROUND(888) 850-9997171 Flintlock Campground DriveBoone NC 28607wwwflintlockcampgroundcomOpen April-October
GRANDFATHER CAMPGROUND(800) 788-2582 bull (828) 355-4535Highway 105 near Foscoe NCwwwgrandfatherrvcomOpen year round
HONEY BEAR CAMPGROUND (828) 963-4586229 Honey Bear Campground RoadBoone NC 28607wwwhoneybearcampgroundcom
VANDERPOOL CAMPGROUND(828) 297-3486120 Campground Road Vilas NC 28692wwwvanderpoolcampgroundcomOpen Year-round
CABINS COTTAGES amp CONDOS
5 BOYS RETREATwwwvrbocom433105
A AND W MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 898-9188wwwaandwrentalscom
A BEARrsquoS DEN(704) 258-4665107 Apple Ridge Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwabearsdencom
A STARRY NIGHT LODGE(704) 619-5401216 Veronica Way Vilas NC 28692wwwvrbocom444251
ADArsquoS COTTAGES(828) 295-7983wwwvrbocom335490
ADLERHORST(919) 802-4924Boone Areawwwmountaincabinnccom
ANDERSON REALTY amp RENTALS(828) 262-0043184 N Water Street 13 Boone NC 28607wwwrentourcabinscom
ANDREArsquoS CABINS(828) 964-9005wwwandreascabinscom
APPALACHIAN LOG CABIN RENTALS(919) 625-1197160 Sassyfrass Lane Boone NC 28607wwwappalachianlogcabincom
APPALACHIAN SKI MTN LODGING(828) 295-7828940 Ski Mountain RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605 wwwappskimtncom
APPALACHIAN SUNSET CABIN(704) 607-8910165 Sunset Springs DrBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwvrbocom408243
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AROUND THE BEND CABIN(954) 570-9256Boone Areawwwvrbocom126989
ASHEMORE LUXURY RENTALS(828) 963-7310120 Honey Bear Campground RdBoone NC 28607wwwBooneLuxuryRentalscom
AT YOUR WITS END VACATION RENTALS(800) 774-3493 bull (828) 264-3535719 Greenway Rd Boone NC 28607wwwwitsendrentalscom
AUNT BIRDIErsquoS PLACE(828) 295-0988wwwvrbocom469820
BANNER ELK MOUNTAIN CABINS(828) 387-1209wwwbannerelkmtncabinscom
BEAR TREE CABINValle Crucis NCwwwvrbocom137753
BERRY HILL COTTAGE(919) 772-7166Ka4puvcomberryhillhtml
BEULAHLAND CABINS(828) 963-3443 bull (800) 990-8209 632 N Pine Run Road Boone NC 28607wwwbeulahlandcabinscom
BIRDSONG LOG CABIN RENTALS(704) 906-0856328 Shores Way Boone NC 28607wwwbirdsongcabincom
BLOWING ROCK MOUNTAIN VIEW DUPLEX(828) 295-3763 bull (877) 237-3763149 Old Johnrsquos River RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605
BLOWING ROCK PROPERTIES(800) 849-01471059 Main St Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockmountaincabinscom
BLOWING ROCK RESORT RENTALS(828) 295-9899 bull (866)-800-9899232 Ransom StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockresortrentalscom
BLUE RIDGE BLISSwwwvrbocom494656
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN LODGE(828) 310-1880 or (828) 310-6600wwwblueridgemountainlodgecom
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN RENTALS(800) 237-7975 (828) 295-74007595 Valley RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblueridgerentalscom
BLUE RIDGE VACATION CABINS(828) 963-2393 bull (866) 880-1372120 Honey Bear Campground Road Boone NC 28607wwwblueridgevacationcabinscom
BOONE CABIN RENTALS(828) 262-0978 bull (800) 282-25071460 Snaggy Mtn BlvdBoone NC 28607wwwboonecabinscom
BOONE VACATION CABINS (828) 964-0430175 Bairdrsquos Drive Boone NC 28607wwwboonevacationcabinscom
BROADSTONE COTTAGE(828) 406-00672756 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis NCwwwbroadstonecottagecom
BROOKWOOD CABIN(912) 658-2575wwwvrbocom273535
CAROLINA CABIN RENTALS(828) 295-6000 197 Old US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwcarolinacabinrentalscom
CHALET ALPINE(704) 839-3343wwwvrbocom507853
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CREEKSIDE COTTAGE(919) 622-4943144 Spice Apple WayBanner Elk NC 28604wwwgrandfathermountaincabinscom
DAYrsquoS MOUNTAIN RETREAT(727) 580-5999wwwvrbocom311959
ELITE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES(828) 295-6861153 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwelitemountainpropertiescom
FALL CREEK VACATION RENTALS(336) 877-31311105 Fall Creek RoadFleetwood NC 28626wwwfallcreekvacationrentalscom
FAMILY LODGE(786) 210-4787wwwvrbocom3949230ha
FOSCOE RENTALS(800) 723-7341 bull (828) 963-8142133 Echota Pkwy Boone NC 28607 wwwfoscoerentalscom
GRANDFATHER CABINS(828) 355-4535 bull (800) 788-2582125 Profile View Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfatherrvcom
HEART OF THE HIGH COUNTRY REALTY(336) 877-25653899 Railroad Grade RoadTodd NC 28684wwwtoddcabinrentalscom
HEMLOCK RIDGE CABIN(888) 547-7598 bull (336) 998-5252 526 Spice Bottom TrailBanner Elk NC 28604wwwhemlockridgenccom
HIGH COUNTRY CABIN RENTALS(855) 651-48326236 Hwy 321 S Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwhccabinrentalscom
HIGH COUNTRY HIDE-AWAY(336) 926-3022wwwvrbocom45160
HOLTON MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 264-3644480 Hwy 105 ExtensionBoone NC 28607 wwwholtonmountainrentalscom
HOUND EARS RENTALS(828) 963-4301 328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Boone NC 28607 wwwhoundearscom
HUMMINGBIRD HILL CABIN VILLAGE (914) 455-3609 Boone NC wwwhummingbirdhillcabinscom
JENKINS RENTALS (800) 438-7803 bull (828) 295-9888452 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwjenkinsrentalscom
JUST BUILT LOG CABIN - HOWARD CREEK FALLS(828) 263-8349351 Doe Ridge Boone NC 28607
KILKELLY CABINS(828) 264-70763649 Jakes Mountain RoadBoone NC 28607wwwkilkellycabinscom
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MILL RIDGE VACATION RENTALS(828) 963-4900229 Clubhouse Drive Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwmillridgeresortscom
MOUNTAIN CREEK RETREAT (828) 898-9771 bull (828) 387-18463731 Winklers Creek Road Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwmountaincreekretreatcom
MOUNTAIN RETREATS REALTY (828) 963-6325 bull (800) 819-76474840 Highway 105 Suite 3 Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwncmountainretreatscom
MOUNTAIN SONG CABIN(828) 572-3257 139 Mountain Street Vilas NC 28692 wwwmountainsongcabincom
MOUNTAIN VIEW REALTY(828) 295-3554 bull (888) 245-7923960 Main StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwmountain-view-realtycom
MOUNTAINAIRE LOG CABINS(828) 295-7991wwwmountainaireinncomrustic-cabins
MT SINAI CABIN(704) 361-9729wwwvrbocom280893
OLD FARMHOUSE AT WILLET PONDS (828) 297-4653 bull (828) 297-95711601 Willet Miller RoadTodd NC 28684 wwwgoldencockerelcom
OWLrsquoS ROOST(336) 299-1851wwwvrbocom328149
PARKWAY CABINS (866) 679-3002 bull (828) 262-5024749 Turkey Knob Boone NC 28607wwwparkwaycabinscom
RIVERSIDE LOG CABIN RENTALS (828) 264-2792 bull (800) 774-3493129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwriversidelogcabinscom
SERENITY FALLS 9710 Elk Creek RoadDeep Gap NC 28618wwwserenity-fallscom
SHOOK CREEK CABIN(828) 963-0056614 Tom Shook RoadBanner Elk NC 28604 wwwvacationrentaldirectcomvacation-rentals7816htm
SONGBIRD CABIN(828) 964-6322Sugar Grove NCwwwsongbirdcabincom
SUGAR BEARrsquoS OVERLOOK CABIN(919) 468-9986Sugar Grove NC wwwfreewebscomsugarbearoverlookcabin
SWISS MOUNTAIN VILLAGE(828) 295-33732324 Flat Top RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwswissmountaincom
TAYLORrsquoS COZY RIVER(704) 437-1090wwwvrbocom616454
TROUTSONG(828) 773-62523149 Howardrsquos Creek RdBoone NC 28607wwwvrbocom123144
TWISTED LAUREL CABIN(919) 818-8249wwwvrbocom231107
VALLE CRUCIS LOG CABIN RENTALS(828) 963-77743657 Broadstone RoadValle Crucis NC 28691wwwlogcabinrentalscom
WHITE FENCE FARM ndash DOWNTOWN BOONE RENTAL(828) 964-6767270 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwwhitefencefarmrentalscomdowntown-boone-rental
WINGROVE MOUNTAIN CHALET(828) 963-6877 163 Moore Mtn Road Vilas NC 28692 wwwwingrovechaletcom
WINKLERrsquoS CREEK CABINS (828) 264-2863380 Indian Springs RunBoone NC 28607 wwwwinklerscreekcabinscom
WOLFrsquoS DEN(704) 906-6645wwwvrbocom435108
YONAHLOSSEE ACCOMMODATIONS (800) 962-1986226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607 wwwyonahlosseecom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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COUNTRY INN AND SUITES BY CARLSON818 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-264-4234
QUALITY INN AND SUITES840 E King Street Boone NC 28607 | Phone 828-266-1100
bull Free Hot Breakfast
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1184 Highway 105
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1184 Highway 105
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PLACES TO STAYHOTELS amp MOTELS
ALPEN ACRES MOTEL(888) 297-7981318 Old Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwalpenacrescomLocated on scenic hilltop 14 mile from Blue Ridge Parkway Separate chalet for 2 AAA-approved
BAYMONT INN amp SUITES(828) 264-00771075 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwbaymontinnscom100 nonsmoking rooms Free continental Breakfast free internet HBO Heated indoor Pool and spa
BOONE TRAIL MOTEL (828) 264-8839275 E King Street Boone NC 28607Near Danrsquol Boone Inn and ASU Picnic area Apartments sleep 8
COMFORT SUITES(866) 854-5959 bull (828) 268-00991184 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES(828) 264-4234 bull (800) 596-2375818 E King Street Boone NC 28607wwwcountryinnscomJacuzzi suites and two-room suites available Indoor heated pool whirlpool and fitness center
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT(828) 265-76761050 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwmarriottcomBoones newest hotel the Marriott Courtyard with 100 rooms opened in January 2012 The new state-of-the-art lobby at Courtyard provides greater flexibility and choices for our guests Suites and meeting room also available
FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES(828) 268-0677 bull (866) 871-7425 2060 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607 wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar Meeting space for 20-100 people
GREENErsquoS MOTEL(828) 264-88451377 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607Large well-furnished rooms with scenic views private balconies
HIDDEN VALLEY MOTEL (828) 963-43728725 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607wwwhiddenvalleymotelcomSmall family run motel attractive gardens near attractions and skiing
HIGHLAND HILLS MOTEL (828) 264-2277 bull (800) 948-5276wwwhighlandhillscabinscomCottages rooms units with Jacuzzi wireless Internet Cabins sleep up to 11 people
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS (828) 264-2451 bull (888) SEE-MTNS1943 Blowing Rock Road Boone NC wwwexpressboonecom Close to area attractions and ASU Bridal amp executive suites with Jacuzzi In-room coffee and exercise facility
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES(828) 262-1234 165 Hwy 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwLQcomBeautiful mountain lodge featuring indoor pool hot tub exercise room and high speed wireless Internet Suites with Jacuzzi tub and some with fireplaces Meeting facility will hold up to 250 people Pet Friendly
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QUALITY INN amp SUITES (828) 266-1100 bull 840 E King Street Boone wwwchoicehotelscomnorth-carolinaboonequality-inn-hotelsnc790 Close to downtown Boone and across from shopping and theater Free hot breakfast and indoor pool Pet Friendly
SLEEP INN(828) 262-0020 163 Highway 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwsleepinncomFree continental breakfast heated outdoor pool game room high speed Internet access Close to downtown Boone and ASU
SMOKETREE LODGE(800) 422-1880 bull (828) 963-650511914 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsmoketree-lodgecomBetween Boone amp Banner Elk Fully furnished condos with cable TV jacuzzi sauna game room
SUPER 8 MOTEL OF BOONE(828) 264-4133 bull (800) 560-59422419 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwsuper8boonecomComplimentary continental breakfast free local calls hair dryers senior discounts fax service available elevators indoor pool
BED amp BREAKFASTSCAROLINA MOUNTAIN LODGE(831) 601-7820 467 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC 28607wwwcarolinamountainlodgecomCarolina Mountain Lodge is a newly opened bed and breakfast and offers 5 luxurious uniquely themed guest rooms It is only 5 minutes away from the Blue Ridge Parkway and 12 minutes from downtown Boone
INN AT LITTLE POND(828) 297-1011 208 Valle Cay Dr Valle Crucis NC 28692 wwwncinncomThis enchanting inn a sophisticated country house with exceptional style and quiet simplicity is nestled amidst a pine grove and pastoral mountain meadow The innkeepers have put charm back into everyday life at this classic 1900 farmhouse filling it with a sense of conviviality and warmth
LAZY BEAR LODGE (828) 963-9201 315 Lazy Bear Trail Vilas NC 28691 wwwlazy-bear-lodgecomA bed amp breakfast retreat situated in beautiful Valle Crucis The lodge is only minutes from Boone Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway and offers large comfortable porches sweeping panoramic mountain views and plenty of privacy
LOVILL HOUSE INN B amp B(800) 849-9466 bull (828) 264-4204404 Old Bristol Road Boone NC 28607wwwlovillhouseinncomExperience the ultimate in AAA Four-Diamond Award amenities services and hospitality at this historic six-guest room farmhouse BampB on eleven wooded acres in Boone Less than one mile from ASU campus shopping and dining Mid-week business rates available Children over 12 welcome Non-smoking environment
THE MAST FARM INN(888) 963-5857 bull (828) 963-58572543 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwMastFarmInncomLocated in Valle Crucis NC the inn is a reknowned full service bed amp breakfast The 1800s farmhouse is on the National Register of Historic Places and offers guest rooms private getaway cottages fine dining and great wines
MOUNTAINSIDE LODGE B amp B(828) 963-4006 bull (877) 687-43331709 Broadstone RdBanner Elk NC 28604wwwmountainsidelodgebbcom The utmost in southern hospitality along with spectacular mountain views and serenity awaits you at this rustic and elegantly designed log home The lodge offers a relaxing atmosphere spacious guest rooms with private baths a full homemade breakfast and more
404 Old Bristol Rd Boone NC | 1-800-849-9466 | wwwlovillhouseinncom
Experience genuine country hospitality in our historic farm house on 11 wooded acres in Boone Six guest rooms with private baths cable
TVs Wi-Fi AC fireplaces and phones Full breakfast included
2015 Excellence Award Winner
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THE TAYLOR HOUSE INN(800) 963-55814584 Hwy 194 S Banner Elk NC 28604wwwtaylorhouseinncomThe Taylor House Inn is a bed and breakfast known for offering romantic getaways hosting fabulous family reunions corporate retreats and some of the best weddings in Valle Crucis They have won multiple awards from bedampbreakfastcom and won a 2010 amazing customer service award from the Boone Area Chamber
VALLE CRUCIS BED amp BREAKFAST (828) 963-25252171 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwvallecrucisbandbcomThe Valle Crucis B amp B offers majestic views of the River Run Horse Farm and blends todayrsquos finest amenities for a mountain experience you wonrsquot soon forget Select a room in the main bed amp breakfast with breathtaking front porch views or relax in one of their uniquely decorated themed suites
CONFERENCECENTERS
ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 693 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingorgintl- meditation-center-usa
VALLE CRUCIS CONFERENCE CENTER(828) 963-4453146 Skiles Way Banner Elk NC 28604wwwhighsouthcomvallecrucisThe Valle Crucis Conference Center is a Year Round Retreat Facility Serving a Wide Range of Church Family and other Non-Profit Groups
RESORTS amp SPAS ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 639 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingretreatcenterorgRestful rooms with incredible views spa delicious vegetarian dining yoga and meditation available
CRESTWOOD(828) 963-66463236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone NC 28607 wwwcrestwoodnccomThe essence of an intimate country inn while offering all the indulgences of a grand resort A luxurious boutique resort gourmet restaurant and spa
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shulls Mill Road Boone NC 28607wwwhoundearscomA 750 acre lodge and luxury resort in a gated community Golf tennis heated pool dining room lounge
WESTGLOW RESORT amp SPA(800) 562-0807 bull (828) 295-4463224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwwestglowcomTravel and Leisure Magazinersquos Worldrsquos Best Awards Survey has named Westglow as ldquothe number two destination spa in the worldrdquo Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains the elegant Greek Revival mansion is the perfect place to renew mind body and spirit
BLOWING ROCK
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Y WILLOW VALLEY RESORT (828) 963-6551350 Bairds Creek Road Vilas NC 28692wwwwillowvalley-resortcomCabins condos and chalets 9 hole par 3 golf course and tennis on site Located within 10 miles of Boone Blowing Rock Valle Crucis and ASU
YONAHLOSSEE RESORT amp CLUB (800) 962-1986 bull (828) 963-6400226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607wwwyonahlosseecomA natural resort where families gather and couples celebrate Offering intimate inn rooms cozy cottages and elegant vacation home rentals in the heart of the mountains Indoor amp outdoor Tennis indoor pool fitness center and fine dining at the Gamekeeper Restaurant
CAMPGROUNDSBLUE BEAR MOUNTAIN CAMP(828) 406-4226196 Blue Bear Mountain RdTodd NC 28684wwwbluebearmountaincom
BOONE KOA(828) 264-7250123 Harmony Mountain LaneBoone NC 28607wwwkoacomcampgroundsbooneOpen May 1 - Oct 31
FLINTLOCK FAMILY CAMPGROUND(888) 850-9997171 Flintlock Campground DriveBoone NC 28607wwwflintlockcampgroundcomOpen April-October
GRANDFATHER CAMPGROUND(800) 788-2582 bull (828) 355-4535Highway 105 near Foscoe NCwwwgrandfatherrvcomOpen year round
HONEY BEAR CAMPGROUND (828) 963-4586229 Honey Bear Campground RoadBoone NC 28607wwwhoneybearcampgroundcom
VANDERPOOL CAMPGROUND(828) 297-3486120 Campground Road Vilas NC 28692wwwvanderpoolcampgroundcomOpen Year-round
CABINS COTTAGES amp CONDOS
5 BOYS RETREATwwwvrbocom433105
A AND W MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 898-9188wwwaandwrentalscom
A BEARrsquoS DEN(704) 258-4665107 Apple Ridge Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwabearsdencom
A STARRY NIGHT LODGE(704) 619-5401216 Veronica Way Vilas NC 28692wwwvrbocom444251
ADArsquoS COTTAGES(828) 295-7983wwwvrbocom335490
ADLERHORST(919) 802-4924Boone Areawwwmountaincabinnccom
ANDERSON REALTY amp RENTALS(828) 262-0043184 N Water Street 13 Boone NC 28607wwwrentourcabinscom
ANDREArsquoS CABINS(828) 964-9005wwwandreascabinscom
APPALACHIAN LOG CABIN RENTALS(919) 625-1197160 Sassyfrass Lane Boone NC 28607wwwappalachianlogcabincom
APPALACHIAN SKI MTN LODGING(828) 295-7828940 Ski Mountain RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605 wwwappskimtncom
APPALACHIAN SUNSET CABIN(704) 607-8910165 Sunset Springs DrBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwvrbocom408243
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AROUND THE BEND CABIN(954) 570-9256Boone Areawwwvrbocom126989
ASHEMORE LUXURY RENTALS(828) 963-7310120 Honey Bear Campground RdBoone NC 28607wwwBooneLuxuryRentalscom
AT YOUR WITS END VACATION RENTALS(800) 774-3493 bull (828) 264-3535719 Greenway Rd Boone NC 28607wwwwitsendrentalscom
AUNT BIRDIErsquoS PLACE(828) 295-0988wwwvrbocom469820
BANNER ELK MOUNTAIN CABINS(828) 387-1209wwwbannerelkmtncabinscom
BEAR TREE CABINValle Crucis NCwwwvrbocom137753
BERRY HILL COTTAGE(919) 772-7166Ka4puvcomberryhillhtml
BEULAHLAND CABINS(828) 963-3443 bull (800) 990-8209 632 N Pine Run Road Boone NC 28607wwwbeulahlandcabinscom
BIRDSONG LOG CABIN RENTALS(704) 906-0856328 Shores Way Boone NC 28607wwwbirdsongcabincom
BLOWING ROCK MOUNTAIN VIEW DUPLEX(828) 295-3763 bull (877) 237-3763149 Old Johnrsquos River RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605
BLOWING ROCK PROPERTIES(800) 849-01471059 Main St Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockmountaincabinscom
BLOWING ROCK RESORT RENTALS(828) 295-9899 bull (866)-800-9899232 Ransom StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockresortrentalscom
BLUE RIDGE BLISSwwwvrbocom494656
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN LODGE(828) 310-1880 or (828) 310-6600wwwblueridgemountainlodgecom
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN RENTALS(800) 237-7975 (828) 295-74007595 Valley RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblueridgerentalscom
BLUE RIDGE VACATION CABINS(828) 963-2393 bull (866) 880-1372120 Honey Bear Campground Road Boone NC 28607wwwblueridgevacationcabinscom
BOONE CABIN RENTALS(828) 262-0978 bull (800) 282-25071460 Snaggy Mtn BlvdBoone NC 28607wwwboonecabinscom
BOONE VACATION CABINS (828) 964-0430175 Bairdrsquos Drive Boone NC 28607wwwboonevacationcabinscom
BROADSTONE COTTAGE(828) 406-00672756 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis NCwwwbroadstonecottagecom
BROOKWOOD CABIN(912) 658-2575wwwvrbocom273535
CAROLINA CABIN RENTALS(828) 295-6000 197 Old US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwcarolinacabinrentalscom
CHALET ALPINE(704) 839-3343wwwvrbocom507853
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Y CHEADLE CHALET(336) 765-0900 512 Deer Run Deep Gap NC 28618 wwwvrbocom92962
CREEKSIDE COTTAGE(919) 622-4943144 Spice Apple WayBanner Elk NC 28604wwwgrandfathermountaincabinscom
DAYrsquoS MOUNTAIN RETREAT(727) 580-5999wwwvrbocom311959
ELITE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES(828) 295-6861153 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwelitemountainpropertiescom
FALL CREEK VACATION RENTALS(336) 877-31311105 Fall Creek RoadFleetwood NC 28626wwwfallcreekvacationrentalscom
FAMILY LODGE(786) 210-4787wwwvrbocom3949230ha
FOSCOE RENTALS(800) 723-7341 bull (828) 963-8142133 Echota Pkwy Boone NC 28607 wwwfoscoerentalscom
GRANDFATHER CABINS(828) 355-4535 bull (800) 788-2582125 Profile View Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfatherrvcom
HEART OF THE HIGH COUNTRY REALTY(336) 877-25653899 Railroad Grade RoadTodd NC 28684wwwtoddcabinrentalscom
HEMLOCK RIDGE CABIN(888) 547-7598 bull (336) 998-5252 526 Spice Bottom TrailBanner Elk NC 28604wwwhemlockridgenccom
HIGH COUNTRY CABIN RENTALS(855) 651-48326236 Hwy 321 S Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwhccabinrentalscom
HIGH COUNTRY HIDE-AWAY(336) 926-3022wwwvrbocom45160
HOLTON MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 264-3644480 Hwy 105 ExtensionBoone NC 28607 wwwholtonmountainrentalscom
HOUND EARS RENTALS(828) 963-4301 328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Boone NC 28607 wwwhoundearscom
HUMMINGBIRD HILL CABIN VILLAGE (914) 455-3609 Boone NC wwwhummingbirdhillcabinscom
JENKINS RENTALS (800) 438-7803 bull (828) 295-9888452 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwjenkinsrentalscom
JUST BUILT LOG CABIN - HOWARD CREEK FALLS(828) 263-8349351 Doe Ridge Boone NC 28607
KILKELLY CABINS(828) 264-70763649 Jakes Mountain RoadBoone NC 28607wwwkilkellycabinscom
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MILL RIDGE VACATION RENTALS(828) 963-4900229 Clubhouse Drive Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwmillridgeresortscom
MOUNTAIN CREEK RETREAT (828) 898-9771 bull (828) 387-18463731 Winklers Creek Road Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwmountaincreekretreatcom
MOUNTAIN RETREATS REALTY (828) 963-6325 bull (800) 819-76474840 Highway 105 Suite 3 Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwncmountainretreatscom
MOUNTAIN SONG CABIN(828) 572-3257 139 Mountain Street Vilas NC 28692 wwwmountainsongcabincom
MOUNTAIN VIEW REALTY(828) 295-3554 bull (888) 245-7923960 Main StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwmountain-view-realtycom
MOUNTAINAIRE LOG CABINS(828) 295-7991wwwmountainaireinncomrustic-cabins
MT SINAI CABIN(704) 361-9729wwwvrbocom280893
OLD FARMHOUSE AT WILLET PONDS (828) 297-4653 bull (828) 297-95711601 Willet Miller RoadTodd NC 28684 wwwgoldencockerelcom
OWLrsquoS ROOST(336) 299-1851wwwvrbocom328149
PARKWAY CABINS (866) 679-3002 bull (828) 262-5024749 Turkey Knob Boone NC 28607wwwparkwaycabinscom
RIVERSIDE LOG CABIN RENTALS (828) 264-2792 bull (800) 774-3493129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwriversidelogcabinscom
SERENITY FALLS 9710 Elk Creek RoadDeep Gap NC 28618wwwserenity-fallscom
SHOOK CREEK CABIN(828) 963-0056614 Tom Shook RoadBanner Elk NC 28604 wwwvacationrentaldirectcomvacation-rentals7816htm
SONGBIRD CABIN(828) 964-6322Sugar Grove NCwwwsongbirdcabincom
SUGAR BEARrsquoS OVERLOOK CABIN(919) 468-9986Sugar Grove NC wwwfreewebscomsugarbearoverlookcabin
SWISS MOUNTAIN VILLAGE(828) 295-33732324 Flat Top RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwswissmountaincom
TAYLORrsquoS COZY RIVER(704) 437-1090wwwvrbocom616454
TROUTSONG(828) 773-62523149 Howardrsquos Creek RdBoone NC 28607wwwvrbocom123144
TWISTED LAUREL CABIN(919) 818-8249wwwvrbocom231107
VALLE CRUCIS LOG CABIN RENTALS(828) 963-77743657 Broadstone RoadValle Crucis NC 28691wwwlogcabinrentalscom
WHITE FENCE FARM ndash DOWNTOWN BOONE RENTAL(828) 964-6767270 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwwhitefencefarmrentalscomdowntown-boone-rental
WINGROVE MOUNTAIN CHALET(828) 963-6877 163 Moore Mtn Road Vilas NC 28692 wwwwingrovechaletcom
WINKLERrsquoS CREEK CABINS (828) 264-2863380 Indian Springs RunBoone NC 28607 wwwwinklerscreekcabinscom
WOLFrsquoS DEN(704) 906-6645wwwvrbocom435108
YONAHLOSSEE ACCOMMODATIONS (800) 962-1986226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607 wwwyonahlosseecom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
PLACES TO PLAY
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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Y THE CHILDRENrsquoS PLAYHOUSE(828) 263-0011400 Tracy Circle Boonewwwgoplayhouseorg
FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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PLACES TO STAYHOTELS amp MOTELS
ALPEN ACRES MOTEL(888) 297-7981318 Old Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwalpenacrescomLocated on scenic hilltop 14 mile from Blue Ridge Parkway Separate chalet for 2 AAA-approved
BAYMONT INN amp SUITES(828) 264-00771075 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwbaymontinnscom100 nonsmoking rooms Free continental Breakfast free internet HBO Heated indoor Pool and spa
BOONE TRAIL MOTEL (828) 264-8839275 E King Street Boone NC 28607Near Danrsquol Boone Inn and ASU Picnic area Apartments sleep 8
COMFORT SUITES(866) 854-5959 bull (828) 268-00991184 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES(828) 264-4234 bull (800) 596-2375818 E King Street Boone NC 28607wwwcountryinnscomJacuzzi suites and two-room suites available Indoor heated pool whirlpool and fitness center
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT(828) 265-76761050 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwmarriottcomBoones newest hotel the Marriott Courtyard with 100 rooms opened in January 2012 The new state-of-the-art lobby at Courtyard provides greater flexibility and choices for our guests Suites and meeting room also available
FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES(828) 268-0677 bull (866) 871-7425 2060 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607 wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar Meeting space for 20-100 people
GREENErsquoS MOTEL(828) 264-88451377 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607Large well-furnished rooms with scenic views private balconies
HIDDEN VALLEY MOTEL (828) 963-43728725 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607wwwhiddenvalleymotelcomSmall family run motel attractive gardens near attractions and skiing
HIGHLAND HILLS MOTEL (828) 264-2277 bull (800) 948-5276wwwhighlandhillscabinscomCottages rooms units with Jacuzzi wireless Internet Cabins sleep up to 11 people
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS (828) 264-2451 bull (888) SEE-MTNS1943 Blowing Rock Road Boone NC wwwexpressboonecom Close to area attractions and ASU Bridal amp executive suites with Jacuzzi In-room coffee and exercise facility
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES(828) 262-1234 165 Hwy 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwLQcomBeautiful mountain lodge featuring indoor pool hot tub exercise room and high speed wireless Internet Suites with Jacuzzi tub and some with fireplaces Meeting facility will hold up to 250 people Pet Friendly
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QUALITY INN amp SUITES (828) 266-1100 bull 840 E King Street Boone wwwchoicehotelscomnorth-carolinaboonequality-inn-hotelsnc790 Close to downtown Boone and across from shopping and theater Free hot breakfast and indoor pool Pet Friendly
SLEEP INN(828) 262-0020 163 Highway 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwsleepinncomFree continental breakfast heated outdoor pool game room high speed Internet access Close to downtown Boone and ASU
SMOKETREE LODGE(800) 422-1880 bull (828) 963-650511914 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsmoketree-lodgecomBetween Boone amp Banner Elk Fully furnished condos with cable TV jacuzzi sauna game room
SUPER 8 MOTEL OF BOONE(828) 264-4133 bull (800) 560-59422419 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwsuper8boonecomComplimentary continental breakfast free local calls hair dryers senior discounts fax service available elevators indoor pool
BED amp BREAKFASTSCAROLINA MOUNTAIN LODGE(831) 601-7820 467 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC 28607wwwcarolinamountainlodgecomCarolina Mountain Lodge is a newly opened bed and breakfast and offers 5 luxurious uniquely themed guest rooms It is only 5 minutes away from the Blue Ridge Parkway and 12 minutes from downtown Boone
INN AT LITTLE POND(828) 297-1011 208 Valle Cay Dr Valle Crucis NC 28692 wwwncinncomThis enchanting inn a sophisticated country house with exceptional style and quiet simplicity is nestled amidst a pine grove and pastoral mountain meadow The innkeepers have put charm back into everyday life at this classic 1900 farmhouse filling it with a sense of conviviality and warmth
LAZY BEAR LODGE (828) 963-9201 315 Lazy Bear Trail Vilas NC 28691 wwwlazy-bear-lodgecomA bed amp breakfast retreat situated in beautiful Valle Crucis The lodge is only minutes from Boone Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway and offers large comfortable porches sweeping panoramic mountain views and plenty of privacy
LOVILL HOUSE INN B amp B(800) 849-9466 bull (828) 264-4204404 Old Bristol Road Boone NC 28607wwwlovillhouseinncomExperience the ultimate in AAA Four-Diamond Award amenities services and hospitality at this historic six-guest room farmhouse BampB on eleven wooded acres in Boone Less than one mile from ASU campus shopping and dining Mid-week business rates available Children over 12 welcome Non-smoking environment
THE MAST FARM INN(888) 963-5857 bull (828) 963-58572543 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwMastFarmInncomLocated in Valle Crucis NC the inn is a reknowned full service bed amp breakfast The 1800s farmhouse is on the National Register of Historic Places and offers guest rooms private getaway cottages fine dining and great wines
MOUNTAINSIDE LODGE B amp B(828) 963-4006 bull (877) 687-43331709 Broadstone RdBanner Elk NC 28604wwwmountainsidelodgebbcom The utmost in southern hospitality along with spectacular mountain views and serenity awaits you at this rustic and elegantly designed log home The lodge offers a relaxing atmosphere spacious guest rooms with private baths a full homemade breakfast and more
404 Old Bristol Rd Boone NC | 1-800-849-9466 | wwwlovillhouseinncom
Experience genuine country hospitality in our historic farm house on 11 wooded acres in Boone Six guest rooms with private baths cable
TVs Wi-Fi AC fireplaces and phones Full breakfast included
2015 Excellence Award Winner
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THE TAYLOR HOUSE INN(800) 963-55814584 Hwy 194 S Banner Elk NC 28604wwwtaylorhouseinncomThe Taylor House Inn is a bed and breakfast known for offering romantic getaways hosting fabulous family reunions corporate retreats and some of the best weddings in Valle Crucis They have won multiple awards from bedampbreakfastcom and won a 2010 amazing customer service award from the Boone Area Chamber
VALLE CRUCIS BED amp BREAKFAST (828) 963-25252171 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwvallecrucisbandbcomThe Valle Crucis B amp B offers majestic views of the River Run Horse Farm and blends todayrsquos finest amenities for a mountain experience you wonrsquot soon forget Select a room in the main bed amp breakfast with breathtaking front porch views or relax in one of their uniquely decorated themed suites
CONFERENCECENTERS
ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 693 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingorgintl- meditation-center-usa
VALLE CRUCIS CONFERENCE CENTER(828) 963-4453146 Skiles Way Banner Elk NC 28604wwwhighsouthcomvallecrucisThe Valle Crucis Conference Center is a Year Round Retreat Facility Serving a Wide Range of Church Family and other Non-Profit Groups
RESORTS amp SPAS ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 639 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingretreatcenterorgRestful rooms with incredible views spa delicious vegetarian dining yoga and meditation available
CRESTWOOD(828) 963-66463236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone NC 28607 wwwcrestwoodnccomThe essence of an intimate country inn while offering all the indulgences of a grand resort A luxurious boutique resort gourmet restaurant and spa
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shulls Mill Road Boone NC 28607wwwhoundearscomA 750 acre lodge and luxury resort in a gated community Golf tennis heated pool dining room lounge
WESTGLOW RESORT amp SPA(800) 562-0807 bull (828) 295-4463224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwwestglowcomTravel and Leisure Magazinersquos Worldrsquos Best Awards Survey has named Westglow as ldquothe number two destination spa in the worldrdquo Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains the elegant Greek Revival mansion is the perfect place to renew mind body and spirit
BLOWING ROCK
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Y WILLOW VALLEY RESORT (828) 963-6551350 Bairds Creek Road Vilas NC 28692wwwwillowvalley-resortcomCabins condos and chalets 9 hole par 3 golf course and tennis on site Located within 10 miles of Boone Blowing Rock Valle Crucis and ASU
YONAHLOSSEE RESORT amp CLUB (800) 962-1986 bull (828) 963-6400226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607wwwyonahlosseecomA natural resort where families gather and couples celebrate Offering intimate inn rooms cozy cottages and elegant vacation home rentals in the heart of the mountains Indoor amp outdoor Tennis indoor pool fitness center and fine dining at the Gamekeeper Restaurant
CAMPGROUNDSBLUE BEAR MOUNTAIN CAMP(828) 406-4226196 Blue Bear Mountain RdTodd NC 28684wwwbluebearmountaincom
BOONE KOA(828) 264-7250123 Harmony Mountain LaneBoone NC 28607wwwkoacomcampgroundsbooneOpen May 1 - Oct 31
FLINTLOCK FAMILY CAMPGROUND(888) 850-9997171 Flintlock Campground DriveBoone NC 28607wwwflintlockcampgroundcomOpen April-October
GRANDFATHER CAMPGROUND(800) 788-2582 bull (828) 355-4535Highway 105 near Foscoe NCwwwgrandfatherrvcomOpen year round
HONEY BEAR CAMPGROUND (828) 963-4586229 Honey Bear Campground RoadBoone NC 28607wwwhoneybearcampgroundcom
VANDERPOOL CAMPGROUND(828) 297-3486120 Campground Road Vilas NC 28692wwwvanderpoolcampgroundcomOpen Year-round
CABINS COTTAGES amp CONDOS
5 BOYS RETREATwwwvrbocom433105
A AND W MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 898-9188wwwaandwrentalscom
A BEARrsquoS DEN(704) 258-4665107 Apple Ridge Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwabearsdencom
A STARRY NIGHT LODGE(704) 619-5401216 Veronica Way Vilas NC 28692wwwvrbocom444251
ADArsquoS COTTAGES(828) 295-7983wwwvrbocom335490
ADLERHORST(919) 802-4924Boone Areawwwmountaincabinnccom
ANDERSON REALTY amp RENTALS(828) 262-0043184 N Water Street 13 Boone NC 28607wwwrentourcabinscom
ANDREArsquoS CABINS(828) 964-9005wwwandreascabinscom
APPALACHIAN LOG CABIN RENTALS(919) 625-1197160 Sassyfrass Lane Boone NC 28607wwwappalachianlogcabincom
APPALACHIAN SKI MTN LODGING(828) 295-7828940 Ski Mountain RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605 wwwappskimtncom
APPALACHIAN SUNSET CABIN(704) 607-8910165 Sunset Springs DrBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwvrbocom408243
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AROUND THE BEND CABIN(954) 570-9256Boone Areawwwvrbocom126989
ASHEMORE LUXURY RENTALS(828) 963-7310120 Honey Bear Campground RdBoone NC 28607wwwBooneLuxuryRentalscom
AT YOUR WITS END VACATION RENTALS(800) 774-3493 bull (828) 264-3535719 Greenway Rd Boone NC 28607wwwwitsendrentalscom
AUNT BIRDIErsquoS PLACE(828) 295-0988wwwvrbocom469820
BANNER ELK MOUNTAIN CABINS(828) 387-1209wwwbannerelkmtncabinscom
BEAR TREE CABINValle Crucis NCwwwvrbocom137753
BERRY HILL COTTAGE(919) 772-7166Ka4puvcomberryhillhtml
BEULAHLAND CABINS(828) 963-3443 bull (800) 990-8209 632 N Pine Run Road Boone NC 28607wwwbeulahlandcabinscom
BIRDSONG LOG CABIN RENTALS(704) 906-0856328 Shores Way Boone NC 28607wwwbirdsongcabincom
BLOWING ROCK MOUNTAIN VIEW DUPLEX(828) 295-3763 bull (877) 237-3763149 Old Johnrsquos River RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605
BLOWING ROCK PROPERTIES(800) 849-01471059 Main St Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockmountaincabinscom
BLOWING ROCK RESORT RENTALS(828) 295-9899 bull (866)-800-9899232 Ransom StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockresortrentalscom
BLUE RIDGE BLISSwwwvrbocom494656
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN LODGE(828) 310-1880 or (828) 310-6600wwwblueridgemountainlodgecom
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN RENTALS(800) 237-7975 (828) 295-74007595 Valley RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblueridgerentalscom
BLUE RIDGE VACATION CABINS(828) 963-2393 bull (866) 880-1372120 Honey Bear Campground Road Boone NC 28607wwwblueridgevacationcabinscom
BOONE CABIN RENTALS(828) 262-0978 bull (800) 282-25071460 Snaggy Mtn BlvdBoone NC 28607wwwboonecabinscom
BOONE VACATION CABINS (828) 964-0430175 Bairdrsquos Drive Boone NC 28607wwwboonevacationcabinscom
BROADSTONE COTTAGE(828) 406-00672756 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis NCwwwbroadstonecottagecom
BROOKWOOD CABIN(912) 658-2575wwwvrbocom273535
CAROLINA CABIN RENTALS(828) 295-6000 197 Old US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwcarolinacabinrentalscom
CHALET ALPINE(704) 839-3343wwwvrbocom507853
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CREEKSIDE COTTAGE(919) 622-4943144 Spice Apple WayBanner Elk NC 28604wwwgrandfathermountaincabinscom
DAYrsquoS MOUNTAIN RETREAT(727) 580-5999wwwvrbocom311959
ELITE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES(828) 295-6861153 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwelitemountainpropertiescom
FALL CREEK VACATION RENTALS(336) 877-31311105 Fall Creek RoadFleetwood NC 28626wwwfallcreekvacationrentalscom
FAMILY LODGE(786) 210-4787wwwvrbocom3949230ha
FOSCOE RENTALS(800) 723-7341 bull (828) 963-8142133 Echota Pkwy Boone NC 28607 wwwfoscoerentalscom
GRANDFATHER CABINS(828) 355-4535 bull (800) 788-2582125 Profile View Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfatherrvcom
HEART OF THE HIGH COUNTRY REALTY(336) 877-25653899 Railroad Grade RoadTodd NC 28684wwwtoddcabinrentalscom
HEMLOCK RIDGE CABIN(888) 547-7598 bull (336) 998-5252 526 Spice Bottom TrailBanner Elk NC 28604wwwhemlockridgenccom
HIGH COUNTRY CABIN RENTALS(855) 651-48326236 Hwy 321 S Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwhccabinrentalscom
HIGH COUNTRY HIDE-AWAY(336) 926-3022wwwvrbocom45160
HOLTON MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 264-3644480 Hwy 105 ExtensionBoone NC 28607 wwwholtonmountainrentalscom
HOUND EARS RENTALS(828) 963-4301 328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Boone NC 28607 wwwhoundearscom
HUMMINGBIRD HILL CABIN VILLAGE (914) 455-3609 Boone NC wwwhummingbirdhillcabinscom
JENKINS RENTALS (800) 438-7803 bull (828) 295-9888452 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwjenkinsrentalscom
JUST BUILT LOG CABIN - HOWARD CREEK FALLS(828) 263-8349351 Doe Ridge Boone NC 28607
KILKELLY CABINS(828) 264-70763649 Jakes Mountain RoadBoone NC 28607wwwkilkellycabinscom
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MILL RIDGE VACATION RENTALS(828) 963-4900229 Clubhouse Drive Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwmillridgeresortscom
MOUNTAIN CREEK RETREAT (828) 898-9771 bull (828) 387-18463731 Winklers Creek Road Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwmountaincreekretreatcom
MOUNTAIN RETREATS REALTY (828) 963-6325 bull (800) 819-76474840 Highway 105 Suite 3 Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwncmountainretreatscom
MOUNTAIN SONG CABIN(828) 572-3257 139 Mountain Street Vilas NC 28692 wwwmountainsongcabincom
MOUNTAIN VIEW REALTY(828) 295-3554 bull (888) 245-7923960 Main StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwmountain-view-realtycom
MOUNTAINAIRE LOG CABINS(828) 295-7991wwwmountainaireinncomrustic-cabins
MT SINAI CABIN(704) 361-9729wwwvrbocom280893
OLD FARMHOUSE AT WILLET PONDS (828) 297-4653 bull (828) 297-95711601 Willet Miller RoadTodd NC 28684 wwwgoldencockerelcom
OWLrsquoS ROOST(336) 299-1851wwwvrbocom328149
PARKWAY CABINS (866) 679-3002 bull (828) 262-5024749 Turkey Knob Boone NC 28607wwwparkwaycabinscom
RIVERSIDE LOG CABIN RENTALS (828) 264-2792 bull (800) 774-3493129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwriversidelogcabinscom
SERENITY FALLS 9710 Elk Creek RoadDeep Gap NC 28618wwwserenity-fallscom
SHOOK CREEK CABIN(828) 963-0056614 Tom Shook RoadBanner Elk NC 28604 wwwvacationrentaldirectcomvacation-rentals7816htm
SONGBIRD CABIN(828) 964-6322Sugar Grove NCwwwsongbirdcabincom
SUGAR BEARrsquoS OVERLOOK CABIN(919) 468-9986Sugar Grove NC wwwfreewebscomsugarbearoverlookcabin
SWISS MOUNTAIN VILLAGE(828) 295-33732324 Flat Top RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwswissmountaincom
TAYLORrsquoS COZY RIVER(704) 437-1090wwwvrbocom616454
TROUTSONG(828) 773-62523149 Howardrsquos Creek RdBoone NC 28607wwwvrbocom123144
TWISTED LAUREL CABIN(919) 818-8249wwwvrbocom231107
VALLE CRUCIS LOG CABIN RENTALS(828) 963-77743657 Broadstone RoadValle Crucis NC 28691wwwlogcabinrentalscom
WHITE FENCE FARM ndash DOWNTOWN BOONE RENTAL(828) 964-6767270 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwwhitefencefarmrentalscomdowntown-boone-rental
WINGROVE MOUNTAIN CHALET(828) 963-6877 163 Moore Mtn Road Vilas NC 28692 wwwwingrovechaletcom
WINKLERrsquoS CREEK CABINS (828) 264-2863380 Indian Springs RunBoone NC 28607 wwwwinklerscreekcabinscom
WOLFrsquoS DEN(704) 906-6645wwwvrbocom435108
YONAHLOSSEE ACCOMMODATIONS (800) 962-1986226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607 wwwyonahlosseecom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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Y THE CHILDRENrsquoS PLAYHOUSE(828) 263-0011400 Tracy Circle Boonewwwgoplayhouseorg
FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
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Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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ALPEN ACRES MOTEL(888) 297-7981318 Old Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwalpenacrescomLocated on scenic hilltop 14 mile from Blue Ridge Parkway Separate chalet for 2 AAA-approved
BAYMONT INN amp SUITES(828) 264-00771075 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwbaymontinnscom100 nonsmoking rooms Free continental Breakfast free internet HBO Heated indoor Pool and spa
BOONE TRAIL MOTEL (828) 264-8839275 E King Street Boone NC 28607Near Danrsquol Boone Inn and ASU Picnic area Apartments sleep 8
COMFORT SUITES(866) 854-5959 bull (828) 268-00991184 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES(828) 264-4234 bull (800) 596-2375818 E King Street Boone NC 28607wwwcountryinnscomJacuzzi suites and two-room suites available Indoor heated pool whirlpool and fitness center
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT(828) 265-76761050 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwmarriottcomBoones newest hotel the Marriott Courtyard with 100 rooms opened in January 2012 The new state-of-the-art lobby at Courtyard provides greater flexibility and choices for our guests Suites and meeting room also available
FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES(828) 268-0677 bull (866) 871-7425 2060 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607 wwwhgmhotelscomWhirlpool suites fitness room complimentary newspaper and breakfast bar Meeting space for 20-100 people
GREENErsquoS MOTEL(828) 264-88451377 Blowing Rock RoadBoone NC 28607Large well-furnished rooms with scenic views private balconies
HIDDEN VALLEY MOTEL (828) 963-43728725 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607wwwhiddenvalleymotelcomSmall family run motel attractive gardens near attractions and skiing
HIGHLAND HILLS MOTEL (828) 264-2277 bull (800) 948-5276wwwhighlandhillscabinscomCottages rooms units with Jacuzzi wireless Internet Cabins sleep up to 11 people
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS (828) 264-2451 bull (888) SEE-MTNS1943 Blowing Rock Road Boone NC wwwexpressboonecom Close to area attractions and ASU Bridal amp executive suites with Jacuzzi In-room coffee and exercise facility
LA QUINTA INN amp SUITES(828) 262-1234 165 Hwy 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwLQcomBeautiful mountain lodge featuring indoor pool hot tub exercise room and high speed wireless Internet Suites with Jacuzzi tub and some with fireplaces Meeting facility will hold up to 250 people Pet Friendly
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QUALITY INN amp SUITES (828) 266-1100 bull 840 E King Street Boone wwwchoicehotelscomnorth-carolinaboonequality-inn-hotelsnc790 Close to downtown Boone and across from shopping and theater Free hot breakfast and indoor pool Pet Friendly
SLEEP INN(828) 262-0020 163 Highway 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwsleepinncomFree continental breakfast heated outdoor pool game room high speed Internet access Close to downtown Boone and ASU
SMOKETREE LODGE(800) 422-1880 bull (828) 963-650511914 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsmoketree-lodgecomBetween Boone amp Banner Elk Fully furnished condos with cable TV jacuzzi sauna game room
SUPER 8 MOTEL OF BOONE(828) 264-4133 bull (800) 560-59422419 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwsuper8boonecomComplimentary continental breakfast free local calls hair dryers senior discounts fax service available elevators indoor pool
BED amp BREAKFASTSCAROLINA MOUNTAIN LODGE(831) 601-7820 467 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC 28607wwwcarolinamountainlodgecomCarolina Mountain Lodge is a newly opened bed and breakfast and offers 5 luxurious uniquely themed guest rooms It is only 5 minutes away from the Blue Ridge Parkway and 12 minutes from downtown Boone
INN AT LITTLE POND(828) 297-1011 208 Valle Cay Dr Valle Crucis NC 28692 wwwncinncomThis enchanting inn a sophisticated country house with exceptional style and quiet simplicity is nestled amidst a pine grove and pastoral mountain meadow The innkeepers have put charm back into everyday life at this classic 1900 farmhouse filling it with a sense of conviviality and warmth
LAZY BEAR LODGE (828) 963-9201 315 Lazy Bear Trail Vilas NC 28691 wwwlazy-bear-lodgecomA bed amp breakfast retreat situated in beautiful Valle Crucis The lodge is only minutes from Boone Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway and offers large comfortable porches sweeping panoramic mountain views and plenty of privacy
LOVILL HOUSE INN B amp B(800) 849-9466 bull (828) 264-4204404 Old Bristol Road Boone NC 28607wwwlovillhouseinncomExperience the ultimate in AAA Four-Diamond Award amenities services and hospitality at this historic six-guest room farmhouse BampB on eleven wooded acres in Boone Less than one mile from ASU campus shopping and dining Mid-week business rates available Children over 12 welcome Non-smoking environment
THE MAST FARM INN(888) 963-5857 bull (828) 963-58572543 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwMastFarmInncomLocated in Valle Crucis NC the inn is a reknowned full service bed amp breakfast The 1800s farmhouse is on the National Register of Historic Places and offers guest rooms private getaway cottages fine dining and great wines
MOUNTAINSIDE LODGE B amp B(828) 963-4006 bull (877) 687-43331709 Broadstone RdBanner Elk NC 28604wwwmountainsidelodgebbcom The utmost in southern hospitality along with spectacular mountain views and serenity awaits you at this rustic and elegantly designed log home The lodge offers a relaxing atmosphere spacious guest rooms with private baths a full homemade breakfast and more
404 Old Bristol Rd Boone NC | 1-800-849-9466 | wwwlovillhouseinncom
Experience genuine country hospitality in our historic farm house on 11 wooded acres in Boone Six guest rooms with private baths cable
TVs Wi-Fi AC fireplaces and phones Full breakfast included
2015 Excellence Award Winner
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THE TAYLOR HOUSE INN(800) 963-55814584 Hwy 194 S Banner Elk NC 28604wwwtaylorhouseinncomThe Taylor House Inn is a bed and breakfast known for offering romantic getaways hosting fabulous family reunions corporate retreats and some of the best weddings in Valle Crucis They have won multiple awards from bedampbreakfastcom and won a 2010 amazing customer service award from the Boone Area Chamber
VALLE CRUCIS BED amp BREAKFAST (828) 963-25252171 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwvallecrucisbandbcomThe Valle Crucis B amp B offers majestic views of the River Run Horse Farm and blends todayrsquos finest amenities for a mountain experience you wonrsquot soon forget Select a room in the main bed amp breakfast with breathtaking front porch views or relax in one of their uniquely decorated themed suites
CONFERENCECENTERS
ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 693 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingorgintl- meditation-center-usa
VALLE CRUCIS CONFERENCE CENTER(828) 963-4453146 Skiles Way Banner Elk NC 28604wwwhighsouthcomvallecrucisThe Valle Crucis Conference Center is a Year Round Retreat Facility Serving a Wide Range of Church Family and other Non-Profit Groups
RESORTS amp SPAS ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 639 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingretreatcenterorgRestful rooms with incredible views spa delicious vegetarian dining yoga and meditation available
CRESTWOOD(828) 963-66463236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone NC 28607 wwwcrestwoodnccomThe essence of an intimate country inn while offering all the indulgences of a grand resort A luxurious boutique resort gourmet restaurant and spa
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shulls Mill Road Boone NC 28607wwwhoundearscomA 750 acre lodge and luxury resort in a gated community Golf tennis heated pool dining room lounge
WESTGLOW RESORT amp SPA(800) 562-0807 bull (828) 295-4463224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwwestglowcomTravel and Leisure Magazinersquos Worldrsquos Best Awards Survey has named Westglow as ldquothe number two destination spa in the worldrdquo Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains the elegant Greek Revival mansion is the perfect place to renew mind body and spirit
BLOWING ROCK
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Y WILLOW VALLEY RESORT (828) 963-6551350 Bairds Creek Road Vilas NC 28692wwwwillowvalley-resortcomCabins condos and chalets 9 hole par 3 golf course and tennis on site Located within 10 miles of Boone Blowing Rock Valle Crucis and ASU
YONAHLOSSEE RESORT amp CLUB (800) 962-1986 bull (828) 963-6400226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607wwwyonahlosseecomA natural resort where families gather and couples celebrate Offering intimate inn rooms cozy cottages and elegant vacation home rentals in the heart of the mountains Indoor amp outdoor Tennis indoor pool fitness center and fine dining at the Gamekeeper Restaurant
CAMPGROUNDSBLUE BEAR MOUNTAIN CAMP(828) 406-4226196 Blue Bear Mountain RdTodd NC 28684wwwbluebearmountaincom
BOONE KOA(828) 264-7250123 Harmony Mountain LaneBoone NC 28607wwwkoacomcampgroundsbooneOpen May 1 - Oct 31
FLINTLOCK FAMILY CAMPGROUND(888) 850-9997171 Flintlock Campground DriveBoone NC 28607wwwflintlockcampgroundcomOpen April-October
GRANDFATHER CAMPGROUND(800) 788-2582 bull (828) 355-4535Highway 105 near Foscoe NCwwwgrandfatherrvcomOpen year round
HONEY BEAR CAMPGROUND (828) 963-4586229 Honey Bear Campground RoadBoone NC 28607wwwhoneybearcampgroundcom
VANDERPOOL CAMPGROUND(828) 297-3486120 Campground Road Vilas NC 28692wwwvanderpoolcampgroundcomOpen Year-round
CABINS COTTAGES amp CONDOS
5 BOYS RETREATwwwvrbocom433105
A AND W MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 898-9188wwwaandwrentalscom
A BEARrsquoS DEN(704) 258-4665107 Apple Ridge Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwabearsdencom
A STARRY NIGHT LODGE(704) 619-5401216 Veronica Way Vilas NC 28692wwwvrbocom444251
ADArsquoS COTTAGES(828) 295-7983wwwvrbocom335490
ADLERHORST(919) 802-4924Boone Areawwwmountaincabinnccom
ANDERSON REALTY amp RENTALS(828) 262-0043184 N Water Street 13 Boone NC 28607wwwrentourcabinscom
ANDREArsquoS CABINS(828) 964-9005wwwandreascabinscom
APPALACHIAN LOG CABIN RENTALS(919) 625-1197160 Sassyfrass Lane Boone NC 28607wwwappalachianlogcabincom
APPALACHIAN SKI MTN LODGING(828) 295-7828940 Ski Mountain RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605 wwwappskimtncom
APPALACHIAN SUNSET CABIN(704) 607-8910165 Sunset Springs DrBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwvrbocom408243
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AROUND THE BEND CABIN(954) 570-9256Boone Areawwwvrbocom126989
ASHEMORE LUXURY RENTALS(828) 963-7310120 Honey Bear Campground RdBoone NC 28607wwwBooneLuxuryRentalscom
AT YOUR WITS END VACATION RENTALS(800) 774-3493 bull (828) 264-3535719 Greenway Rd Boone NC 28607wwwwitsendrentalscom
AUNT BIRDIErsquoS PLACE(828) 295-0988wwwvrbocom469820
BANNER ELK MOUNTAIN CABINS(828) 387-1209wwwbannerelkmtncabinscom
BEAR TREE CABINValle Crucis NCwwwvrbocom137753
BERRY HILL COTTAGE(919) 772-7166Ka4puvcomberryhillhtml
BEULAHLAND CABINS(828) 963-3443 bull (800) 990-8209 632 N Pine Run Road Boone NC 28607wwwbeulahlandcabinscom
BIRDSONG LOG CABIN RENTALS(704) 906-0856328 Shores Way Boone NC 28607wwwbirdsongcabincom
BLOWING ROCK MOUNTAIN VIEW DUPLEX(828) 295-3763 bull (877) 237-3763149 Old Johnrsquos River RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605
BLOWING ROCK PROPERTIES(800) 849-01471059 Main St Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockmountaincabinscom
BLOWING ROCK RESORT RENTALS(828) 295-9899 bull (866)-800-9899232 Ransom StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockresortrentalscom
BLUE RIDGE BLISSwwwvrbocom494656
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN LODGE(828) 310-1880 or (828) 310-6600wwwblueridgemountainlodgecom
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN RENTALS(800) 237-7975 (828) 295-74007595 Valley RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblueridgerentalscom
BLUE RIDGE VACATION CABINS(828) 963-2393 bull (866) 880-1372120 Honey Bear Campground Road Boone NC 28607wwwblueridgevacationcabinscom
BOONE CABIN RENTALS(828) 262-0978 bull (800) 282-25071460 Snaggy Mtn BlvdBoone NC 28607wwwboonecabinscom
BOONE VACATION CABINS (828) 964-0430175 Bairdrsquos Drive Boone NC 28607wwwboonevacationcabinscom
BROADSTONE COTTAGE(828) 406-00672756 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis NCwwwbroadstonecottagecom
BROOKWOOD CABIN(912) 658-2575wwwvrbocom273535
CAROLINA CABIN RENTALS(828) 295-6000 197 Old US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwcarolinacabinrentalscom
CHALET ALPINE(704) 839-3343wwwvrbocom507853
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Y CHEADLE CHALET(336) 765-0900 512 Deer Run Deep Gap NC 28618 wwwvrbocom92962
CREEKSIDE COTTAGE(919) 622-4943144 Spice Apple WayBanner Elk NC 28604wwwgrandfathermountaincabinscom
DAYrsquoS MOUNTAIN RETREAT(727) 580-5999wwwvrbocom311959
ELITE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES(828) 295-6861153 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwelitemountainpropertiescom
FALL CREEK VACATION RENTALS(336) 877-31311105 Fall Creek RoadFleetwood NC 28626wwwfallcreekvacationrentalscom
FAMILY LODGE(786) 210-4787wwwvrbocom3949230ha
FOSCOE RENTALS(800) 723-7341 bull (828) 963-8142133 Echota Pkwy Boone NC 28607 wwwfoscoerentalscom
GRANDFATHER CABINS(828) 355-4535 bull (800) 788-2582125 Profile View Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfatherrvcom
HEART OF THE HIGH COUNTRY REALTY(336) 877-25653899 Railroad Grade RoadTodd NC 28684wwwtoddcabinrentalscom
HEMLOCK RIDGE CABIN(888) 547-7598 bull (336) 998-5252 526 Spice Bottom TrailBanner Elk NC 28604wwwhemlockridgenccom
HIGH COUNTRY CABIN RENTALS(855) 651-48326236 Hwy 321 S Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwhccabinrentalscom
HIGH COUNTRY HIDE-AWAY(336) 926-3022wwwvrbocom45160
HOLTON MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 264-3644480 Hwy 105 ExtensionBoone NC 28607 wwwholtonmountainrentalscom
HOUND EARS RENTALS(828) 963-4301 328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Boone NC 28607 wwwhoundearscom
HUMMINGBIRD HILL CABIN VILLAGE (914) 455-3609 Boone NC wwwhummingbirdhillcabinscom
JENKINS RENTALS (800) 438-7803 bull (828) 295-9888452 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwjenkinsrentalscom
JUST BUILT LOG CABIN - HOWARD CREEK FALLS(828) 263-8349351 Doe Ridge Boone NC 28607
KILKELLY CABINS(828) 264-70763649 Jakes Mountain RoadBoone NC 28607wwwkilkellycabinscom
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MILL RIDGE VACATION RENTALS(828) 963-4900229 Clubhouse Drive Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwmillridgeresortscom
MOUNTAIN CREEK RETREAT (828) 898-9771 bull (828) 387-18463731 Winklers Creek Road Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwmountaincreekretreatcom
MOUNTAIN RETREATS REALTY (828) 963-6325 bull (800) 819-76474840 Highway 105 Suite 3 Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwncmountainretreatscom
MOUNTAIN SONG CABIN(828) 572-3257 139 Mountain Street Vilas NC 28692 wwwmountainsongcabincom
MOUNTAIN VIEW REALTY(828) 295-3554 bull (888) 245-7923960 Main StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwmountain-view-realtycom
MOUNTAINAIRE LOG CABINS(828) 295-7991wwwmountainaireinncomrustic-cabins
MT SINAI CABIN(704) 361-9729wwwvrbocom280893
OLD FARMHOUSE AT WILLET PONDS (828) 297-4653 bull (828) 297-95711601 Willet Miller RoadTodd NC 28684 wwwgoldencockerelcom
OWLrsquoS ROOST(336) 299-1851wwwvrbocom328149
PARKWAY CABINS (866) 679-3002 bull (828) 262-5024749 Turkey Knob Boone NC 28607wwwparkwaycabinscom
RIVERSIDE LOG CABIN RENTALS (828) 264-2792 bull (800) 774-3493129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwriversidelogcabinscom
SERENITY FALLS 9710 Elk Creek RoadDeep Gap NC 28618wwwserenity-fallscom
SHOOK CREEK CABIN(828) 963-0056614 Tom Shook RoadBanner Elk NC 28604 wwwvacationrentaldirectcomvacation-rentals7816htm
SONGBIRD CABIN(828) 964-6322Sugar Grove NCwwwsongbirdcabincom
SUGAR BEARrsquoS OVERLOOK CABIN(919) 468-9986Sugar Grove NC wwwfreewebscomsugarbearoverlookcabin
SWISS MOUNTAIN VILLAGE(828) 295-33732324 Flat Top RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwswissmountaincom
TAYLORrsquoS COZY RIVER(704) 437-1090wwwvrbocom616454
TROUTSONG(828) 773-62523149 Howardrsquos Creek RdBoone NC 28607wwwvrbocom123144
TWISTED LAUREL CABIN(919) 818-8249wwwvrbocom231107
VALLE CRUCIS LOG CABIN RENTALS(828) 963-77743657 Broadstone RoadValle Crucis NC 28691wwwlogcabinrentalscom
WHITE FENCE FARM ndash DOWNTOWN BOONE RENTAL(828) 964-6767270 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwwhitefencefarmrentalscomdowntown-boone-rental
WINGROVE MOUNTAIN CHALET(828) 963-6877 163 Moore Mtn Road Vilas NC 28692 wwwwingrovechaletcom
WINKLERrsquoS CREEK CABINS (828) 264-2863380 Indian Springs RunBoone NC 28607 wwwwinklerscreekcabinscom
WOLFrsquoS DEN(704) 906-6645wwwvrbocom435108
YONAHLOSSEE ACCOMMODATIONS (800) 962-1986226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607 wwwyonahlosseecom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
PLACES TO PLAY
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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Y THE CHILDRENrsquoS PLAYHOUSE(828) 263-0011400 Tracy Circle Boonewwwgoplayhouseorg
FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
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QUALITY INN amp SUITES (828) 266-1100 bull 840 E King Street Boone wwwchoicehotelscomnorth-carolinaboonequality-inn-hotelsnc790 Close to downtown Boone and across from shopping and theater Free hot breakfast and indoor pool Pet Friendly
SLEEP INN(828) 262-0020 163 Highway 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwsleepinncomFree continental breakfast heated outdoor pool game room high speed Internet access Close to downtown Boone and ASU
SMOKETREE LODGE(800) 422-1880 bull (828) 963-650511914 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsmoketree-lodgecomBetween Boone amp Banner Elk Fully furnished condos with cable TV jacuzzi sauna game room
SUPER 8 MOTEL OF BOONE(828) 264-4133 bull (800) 560-59422419 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwsuper8boonecomComplimentary continental breakfast free local calls hair dryers senior discounts fax service available elevators indoor pool
BED amp BREAKFASTSCAROLINA MOUNTAIN LODGE(831) 601-7820 467 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC 28607wwwcarolinamountainlodgecomCarolina Mountain Lodge is a newly opened bed and breakfast and offers 5 luxurious uniquely themed guest rooms It is only 5 minutes away from the Blue Ridge Parkway and 12 minutes from downtown Boone
INN AT LITTLE POND(828) 297-1011 208 Valle Cay Dr Valle Crucis NC 28692 wwwncinncomThis enchanting inn a sophisticated country house with exceptional style and quiet simplicity is nestled amidst a pine grove and pastoral mountain meadow The innkeepers have put charm back into everyday life at this classic 1900 farmhouse filling it with a sense of conviviality and warmth
LAZY BEAR LODGE (828) 963-9201 315 Lazy Bear Trail Vilas NC 28691 wwwlazy-bear-lodgecomA bed amp breakfast retreat situated in beautiful Valle Crucis The lodge is only minutes from Boone Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway and offers large comfortable porches sweeping panoramic mountain views and plenty of privacy
LOVILL HOUSE INN B amp B(800) 849-9466 bull (828) 264-4204404 Old Bristol Road Boone NC 28607wwwlovillhouseinncomExperience the ultimate in AAA Four-Diamond Award amenities services and hospitality at this historic six-guest room farmhouse BampB on eleven wooded acres in Boone Less than one mile from ASU campus shopping and dining Mid-week business rates available Children over 12 welcome Non-smoking environment
THE MAST FARM INN(888) 963-5857 bull (828) 963-58572543 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwMastFarmInncomLocated in Valle Crucis NC the inn is a reknowned full service bed amp breakfast The 1800s farmhouse is on the National Register of Historic Places and offers guest rooms private getaway cottages fine dining and great wines
MOUNTAINSIDE LODGE B amp B(828) 963-4006 bull (877) 687-43331709 Broadstone RdBanner Elk NC 28604wwwmountainsidelodgebbcom The utmost in southern hospitality along with spectacular mountain views and serenity awaits you at this rustic and elegantly designed log home The lodge offers a relaxing atmosphere spacious guest rooms with private baths a full homemade breakfast and more
404 Old Bristol Rd Boone NC | 1-800-849-9466 | wwwlovillhouseinncom
Experience genuine country hospitality in our historic farm house on 11 wooded acres in Boone Six guest rooms with private baths cable
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THE TAYLOR HOUSE INN(800) 963-55814584 Hwy 194 S Banner Elk NC 28604wwwtaylorhouseinncomThe Taylor House Inn is a bed and breakfast known for offering romantic getaways hosting fabulous family reunions corporate retreats and some of the best weddings in Valle Crucis They have won multiple awards from bedampbreakfastcom and won a 2010 amazing customer service award from the Boone Area Chamber
VALLE CRUCIS BED amp BREAKFAST (828) 963-25252171 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwvallecrucisbandbcomThe Valle Crucis B amp B offers majestic views of the River Run Horse Farm and blends todayrsquos finest amenities for a mountain experience you wonrsquot soon forget Select a room in the main bed amp breakfast with breathtaking front porch views or relax in one of their uniquely decorated themed suites
CONFERENCECENTERS
ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 693 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingorgintl- meditation-center-usa
VALLE CRUCIS CONFERENCE CENTER(828) 963-4453146 Skiles Way Banner Elk NC 28604wwwhighsouthcomvallecrucisThe Valle Crucis Conference Center is a Year Round Retreat Facility Serving a Wide Range of Church Family and other Non-Profit Groups
RESORTS amp SPAS ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 639 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingretreatcenterorgRestful rooms with incredible views spa delicious vegetarian dining yoga and meditation available
CRESTWOOD(828) 963-66463236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone NC 28607 wwwcrestwoodnccomThe essence of an intimate country inn while offering all the indulgences of a grand resort A luxurious boutique resort gourmet restaurant and spa
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shulls Mill Road Boone NC 28607wwwhoundearscomA 750 acre lodge and luxury resort in a gated community Golf tennis heated pool dining room lounge
WESTGLOW RESORT amp SPA(800) 562-0807 bull (828) 295-4463224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwwestglowcomTravel and Leisure Magazinersquos Worldrsquos Best Awards Survey has named Westglow as ldquothe number two destination spa in the worldrdquo Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains the elegant Greek Revival mansion is the perfect place to renew mind body and spirit
BLOWING ROCK
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Y WILLOW VALLEY RESORT (828) 963-6551350 Bairds Creek Road Vilas NC 28692wwwwillowvalley-resortcomCabins condos and chalets 9 hole par 3 golf course and tennis on site Located within 10 miles of Boone Blowing Rock Valle Crucis and ASU
YONAHLOSSEE RESORT amp CLUB (800) 962-1986 bull (828) 963-6400226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607wwwyonahlosseecomA natural resort where families gather and couples celebrate Offering intimate inn rooms cozy cottages and elegant vacation home rentals in the heart of the mountains Indoor amp outdoor Tennis indoor pool fitness center and fine dining at the Gamekeeper Restaurant
CAMPGROUNDSBLUE BEAR MOUNTAIN CAMP(828) 406-4226196 Blue Bear Mountain RdTodd NC 28684wwwbluebearmountaincom
BOONE KOA(828) 264-7250123 Harmony Mountain LaneBoone NC 28607wwwkoacomcampgroundsbooneOpen May 1 - Oct 31
FLINTLOCK FAMILY CAMPGROUND(888) 850-9997171 Flintlock Campground DriveBoone NC 28607wwwflintlockcampgroundcomOpen April-October
GRANDFATHER CAMPGROUND(800) 788-2582 bull (828) 355-4535Highway 105 near Foscoe NCwwwgrandfatherrvcomOpen year round
HONEY BEAR CAMPGROUND (828) 963-4586229 Honey Bear Campground RoadBoone NC 28607wwwhoneybearcampgroundcom
VANDERPOOL CAMPGROUND(828) 297-3486120 Campground Road Vilas NC 28692wwwvanderpoolcampgroundcomOpen Year-round
CABINS COTTAGES amp CONDOS
5 BOYS RETREATwwwvrbocom433105
A AND W MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 898-9188wwwaandwrentalscom
A BEARrsquoS DEN(704) 258-4665107 Apple Ridge Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwabearsdencom
A STARRY NIGHT LODGE(704) 619-5401216 Veronica Way Vilas NC 28692wwwvrbocom444251
ADArsquoS COTTAGES(828) 295-7983wwwvrbocom335490
ADLERHORST(919) 802-4924Boone Areawwwmountaincabinnccom
ANDERSON REALTY amp RENTALS(828) 262-0043184 N Water Street 13 Boone NC 28607wwwrentourcabinscom
ANDREArsquoS CABINS(828) 964-9005wwwandreascabinscom
APPALACHIAN LOG CABIN RENTALS(919) 625-1197160 Sassyfrass Lane Boone NC 28607wwwappalachianlogcabincom
APPALACHIAN SKI MTN LODGING(828) 295-7828940 Ski Mountain RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605 wwwappskimtncom
APPALACHIAN SUNSET CABIN(704) 607-8910165 Sunset Springs DrBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwvrbocom408243
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AROUND THE BEND CABIN(954) 570-9256Boone Areawwwvrbocom126989
ASHEMORE LUXURY RENTALS(828) 963-7310120 Honey Bear Campground RdBoone NC 28607wwwBooneLuxuryRentalscom
AT YOUR WITS END VACATION RENTALS(800) 774-3493 bull (828) 264-3535719 Greenway Rd Boone NC 28607wwwwitsendrentalscom
AUNT BIRDIErsquoS PLACE(828) 295-0988wwwvrbocom469820
BANNER ELK MOUNTAIN CABINS(828) 387-1209wwwbannerelkmtncabinscom
BEAR TREE CABINValle Crucis NCwwwvrbocom137753
BERRY HILL COTTAGE(919) 772-7166Ka4puvcomberryhillhtml
BEULAHLAND CABINS(828) 963-3443 bull (800) 990-8209 632 N Pine Run Road Boone NC 28607wwwbeulahlandcabinscom
BIRDSONG LOG CABIN RENTALS(704) 906-0856328 Shores Way Boone NC 28607wwwbirdsongcabincom
BLOWING ROCK MOUNTAIN VIEW DUPLEX(828) 295-3763 bull (877) 237-3763149 Old Johnrsquos River RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605
BLOWING ROCK PROPERTIES(800) 849-01471059 Main St Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockmountaincabinscom
BLOWING ROCK RESORT RENTALS(828) 295-9899 bull (866)-800-9899232 Ransom StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockresortrentalscom
BLUE RIDGE BLISSwwwvrbocom494656
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN LODGE(828) 310-1880 or (828) 310-6600wwwblueridgemountainlodgecom
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN RENTALS(800) 237-7975 (828) 295-74007595 Valley RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblueridgerentalscom
BLUE RIDGE VACATION CABINS(828) 963-2393 bull (866) 880-1372120 Honey Bear Campground Road Boone NC 28607wwwblueridgevacationcabinscom
BOONE CABIN RENTALS(828) 262-0978 bull (800) 282-25071460 Snaggy Mtn BlvdBoone NC 28607wwwboonecabinscom
BOONE VACATION CABINS (828) 964-0430175 Bairdrsquos Drive Boone NC 28607wwwboonevacationcabinscom
BROADSTONE COTTAGE(828) 406-00672756 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis NCwwwbroadstonecottagecom
BROOKWOOD CABIN(912) 658-2575wwwvrbocom273535
CAROLINA CABIN RENTALS(828) 295-6000 197 Old US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwcarolinacabinrentalscom
CHALET ALPINE(704) 839-3343wwwvrbocom507853
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CREEKSIDE COTTAGE(919) 622-4943144 Spice Apple WayBanner Elk NC 28604wwwgrandfathermountaincabinscom
DAYrsquoS MOUNTAIN RETREAT(727) 580-5999wwwvrbocom311959
ELITE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES(828) 295-6861153 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwelitemountainpropertiescom
FALL CREEK VACATION RENTALS(336) 877-31311105 Fall Creek RoadFleetwood NC 28626wwwfallcreekvacationrentalscom
FAMILY LODGE(786) 210-4787wwwvrbocom3949230ha
FOSCOE RENTALS(800) 723-7341 bull (828) 963-8142133 Echota Pkwy Boone NC 28607 wwwfoscoerentalscom
GRANDFATHER CABINS(828) 355-4535 bull (800) 788-2582125 Profile View Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfatherrvcom
HEART OF THE HIGH COUNTRY REALTY(336) 877-25653899 Railroad Grade RoadTodd NC 28684wwwtoddcabinrentalscom
HEMLOCK RIDGE CABIN(888) 547-7598 bull (336) 998-5252 526 Spice Bottom TrailBanner Elk NC 28604wwwhemlockridgenccom
HIGH COUNTRY CABIN RENTALS(855) 651-48326236 Hwy 321 S Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwhccabinrentalscom
HIGH COUNTRY HIDE-AWAY(336) 926-3022wwwvrbocom45160
HOLTON MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 264-3644480 Hwy 105 ExtensionBoone NC 28607 wwwholtonmountainrentalscom
HOUND EARS RENTALS(828) 963-4301 328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Boone NC 28607 wwwhoundearscom
HUMMINGBIRD HILL CABIN VILLAGE (914) 455-3609 Boone NC wwwhummingbirdhillcabinscom
JENKINS RENTALS (800) 438-7803 bull (828) 295-9888452 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwjenkinsrentalscom
JUST BUILT LOG CABIN - HOWARD CREEK FALLS(828) 263-8349351 Doe Ridge Boone NC 28607
KILKELLY CABINS(828) 264-70763649 Jakes Mountain RoadBoone NC 28607wwwkilkellycabinscom
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MILL RIDGE VACATION RENTALS(828) 963-4900229 Clubhouse Drive Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwmillridgeresortscom
MOUNTAIN CREEK RETREAT (828) 898-9771 bull (828) 387-18463731 Winklers Creek Road Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwmountaincreekretreatcom
MOUNTAIN RETREATS REALTY (828) 963-6325 bull (800) 819-76474840 Highway 105 Suite 3 Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwncmountainretreatscom
MOUNTAIN SONG CABIN(828) 572-3257 139 Mountain Street Vilas NC 28692 wwwmountainsongcabincom
MOUNTAIN VIEW REALTY(828) 295-3554 bull (888) 245-7923960 Main StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwmountain-view-realtycom
MOUNTAINAIRE LOG CABINS(828) 295-7991wwwmountainaireinncomrustic-cabins
MT SINAI CABIN(704) 361-9729wwwvrbocom280893
OLD FARMHOUSE AT WILLET PONDS (828) 297-4653 bull (828) 297-95711601 Willet Miller RoadTodd NC 28684 wwwgoldencockerelcom
OWLrsquoS ROOST(336) 299-1851wwwvrbocom328149
PARKWAY CABINS (866) 679-3002 bull (828) 262-5024749 Turkey Knob Boone NC 28607wwwparkwaycabinscom
RIVERSIDE LOG CABIN RENTALS (828) 264-2792 bull (800) 774-3493129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwriversidelogcabinscom
SERENITY FALLS 9710 Elk Creek RoadDeep Gap NC 28618wwwserenity-fallscom
SHOOK CREEK CABIN(828) 963-0056614 Tom Shook RoadBanner Elk NC 28604 wwwvacationrentaldirectcomvacation-rentals7816htm
SONGBIRD CABIN(828) 964-6322Sugar Grove NCwwwsongbirdcabincom
SUGAR BEARrsquoS OVERLOOK CABIN(919) 468-9986Sugar Grove NC wwwfreewebscomsugarbearoverlookcabin
SWISS MOUNTAIN VILLAGE(828) 295-33732324 Flat Top RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwswissmountaincom
TAYLORrsquoS COZY RIVER(704) 437-1090wwwvrbocom616454
TROUTSONG(828) 773-62523149 Howardrsquos Creek RdBoone NC 28607wwwvrbocom123144
TWISTED LAUREL CABIN(919) 818-8249wwwvrbocom231107
VALLE CRUCIS LOG CABIN RENTALS(828) 963-77743657 Broadstone RoadValle Crucis NC 28691wwwlogcabinrentalscom
WHITE FENCE FARM ndash DOWNTOWN BOONE RENTAL(828) 964-6767270 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwwhitefencefarmrentalscomdowntown-boone-rental
WINGROVE MOUNTAIN CHALET(828) 963-6877 163 Moore Mtn Road Vilas NC 28692 wwwwingrovechaletcom
WINKLERrsquoS CREEK CABINS (828) 264-2863380 Indian Springs RunBoone NC 28607 wwwwinklerscreekcabinscom
WOLFrsquoS DEN(704) 906-6645wwwvrbocom435108
YONAHLOSSEE ACCOMMODATIONS (800) 962-1986226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607 wwwyonahlosseecom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
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Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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QUALITY INN amp SUITES (828) 266-1100 bull 840 E King Street Boone wwwchoicehotelscomnorth-carolinaboonequality-inn-hotelsnc790 Close to downtown Boone and across from shopping and theater Free hot breakfast and indoor pool Pet Friendly
SLEEP INN(828) 262-0020 163 Highway 105 Ext Boone NC 28607wwwsleepinncomFree continental breakfast heated outdoor pool game room high speed Internet access Close to downtown Boone and ASU
SMOKETREE LODGE(800) 422-1880 bull (828) 963-650511914 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsmoketree-lodgecomBetween Boone amp Banner Elk Fully furnished condos with cable TV jacuzzi sauna game room
SUPER 8 MOTEL OF BOONE(828) 264-4133 bull (800) 560-59422419 Highway 105 Boone NC 28607wwwsuper8boonecomComplimentary continental breakfast free local calls hair dryers senior discounts fax service available elevators indoor pool
BED amp BREAKFASTSCAROLINA MOUNTAIN LODGE(831) 601-7820 467 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC 28607wwwcarolinamountainlodgecomCarolina Mountain Lodge is a newly opened bed and breakfast and offers 5 luxurious uniquely themed guest rooms It is only 5 minutes away from the Blue Ridge Parkway and 12 minutes from downtown Boone
INN AT LITTLE POND(828) 297-1011 208 Valle Cay Dr Valle Crucis NC 28692 wwwncinncomThis enchanting inn a sophisticated country house with exceptional style and quiet simplicity is nestled amidst a pine grove and pastoral mountain meadow The innkeepers have put charm back into everyday life at this classic 1900 farmhouse filling it with a sense of conviviality and warmth
LAZY BEAR LODGE (828) 963-9201 315 Lazy Bear Trail Vilas NC 28691 wwwlazy-bear-lodgecomA bed amp breakfast retreat situated in beautiful Valle Crucis The lodge is only minutes from Boone Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway and offers large comfortable porches sweeping panoramic mountain views and plenty of privacy
LOVILL HOUSE INN B amp B(800) 849-9466 bull (828) 264-4204404 Old Bristol Road Boone NC 28607wwwlovillhouseinncomExperience the ultimate in AAA Four-Diamond Award amenities services and hospitality at this historic six-guest room farmhouse BampB on eleven wooded acres in Boone Less than one mile from ASU campus shopping and dining Mid-week business rates available Children over 12 welcome Non-smoking environment
THE MAST FARM INN(888) 963-5857 bull (828) 963-58572543 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwMastFarmInncomLocated in Valle Crucis NC the inn is a reknowned full service bed amp breakfast The 1800s farmhouse is on the National Register of Historic Places and offers guest rooms private getaway cottages fine dining and great wines
MOUNTAINSIDE LODGE B amp B(828) 963-4006 bull (877) 687-43331709 Broadstone RdBanner Elk NC 28604wwwmountainsidelodgebbcom The utmost in southern hospitality along with spectacular mountain views and serenity awaits you at this rustic and elegantly designed log home The lodge offers a relaxing atmosphere spacious guest rooms with private baths a full homemade breakfast and more
404 Old Bristol Rd Boone NC | 1-800-849-9466 | wwwlovillhouseinncom
Experience genuine country hospitality in our historic farm house on 11 wooded acres in Boone Six guest rooms with private baths cable
TVs Wi-Fi AC fireplaces and phones Full breakfast included
2015 Excellence Award Winner
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THE TAYLOR HOUSE INN(800) 963-55814584 Hwy 194 S Banner Elk NC 28604wwwtaylorhouseinncomThe Taylor House Inn is a bed and breakfast known for offering romantic getaways hosting fabulous family reunions corporate retreats and some of the best weddings in Valle Crucis They have won multiple awards from bedampbreakfastcom and won a 2010 amazing customer service award from the Boone Area Chamber
VALLE CRUCIS BED amp BREAKFAST (828) 963-25252171 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwvallecrucisbandbcomThe Valle Crucis B amp B offers majestic views of the River Run Horse Farm and blends todayrsquos finest amenities for a mountain experience you wonrsquot soon forget Select a room in the main bed amp breakfast with breathtaking front porch views or relax in one of their uniquely decorated themed suites
CONFERENCECENTERS
ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 693 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingorgintl- meditation-center-usa
VALLE CRUCIS CONFERENCE CENTER(828) 963-4453146 Skiles Way Banner Elk NC 28604wwwhighsouthcomvallecrucisThe Valle Crucis Conference Center is a Year Round Retreat Facility Serving a Wide Range of Church Family and other Non-Profit Groups
RESORTS amp SPAS ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 639 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingretreatcenterorgRestful rooms with incredible views spa delicious vegetarian dining yoga and meditation available
CRESTWOOD(828) 963-66463236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone NC 28607 wwwcrestwoodnccomThe essence of an intimate country inn while offering all the indulgences of a grand resort A luxurious boutique resort gourmet restaurant and spa
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shulls Mill Road Boone NC 28607wwwhoundearscomA 750 acre lodge and luxury resort in a gated community Golf tennis heated pool dining room lounge
WESTGLOW RESORT amp SPA(800) 562-0807 bull (828) 295-4463224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwwestglowcomTravel and Leisure Magazinersquos Worldrsquos Best Awards Survey has named Westglow as ldquothe number two destination spa in the worldrdquo Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains the elegant Greek Revival mansion is the perfect place to renew mind body and spirit
BLOWING ROCK
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Y WILLOW VALLEY RESORT (828) 963-6551350 Bairds Creek Road Vilas NC 28692wwwwillowvalley-resortcomCabins condos and chalets 9 hole par 3 golf course and tennis on site Located within 10 miles of Boone Blowing Rock Valle Crucis and ASU
YONAHLOSSEE RESORT amp CLUB (800) 962-1986 bull (828) 963-6400226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607wwwyonahlosseecomA natural resort where families gather and couples celebrate Offering intimate inn rooms cozy cottages and elegant vacation home rentals in the heart of the mountains Indoor amp outdoor Tennis indoor pool fitness center and fine dining at the Gamekeeper Restaurant
CAMPGROUNDSBLUE BEAR MOUNTAIN CAMP(828) 406-4226196 Blue Bear Mountain RdTodd NC 28684wwwbluebearmountaincom
BOONE KOA(828) 264-7250123 Harmony Mountain LaneBoone NC 28607wwwkoacomcampgroundsbooneOpen May 1 - Oct 31
FLINTLOCK FAMILY CAMPGROUND(888) 850-9997171 Flintlock Campground DriveBoone NC 28607wwwflintlockcampgroundcomOpen April-October
GRANDFATHER CAMPGROUND(800) 788-2582 bull (828) 355-4535Highway 105 near Foscoe NCwwwgrandfatherrvcomOpen year round
HONEY BEAR CAMPGROUND (828) 963-4586229 Honey Bear Campground RoadBoone NC 28607wwwhoneybearcampgroundcom
VANDERPOOL CAMPGROUND(828) 297-3486120 Campground Road Vilas NC 28692wwwvanderpoolcampgroundcomOpen Year-round
CABINS COTTAGES amp CONDOS
5 BOYS RETREATwwwvrbocom433105
A AND W MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 898-9188wwwaandwrentalscom
A BEARrsquoS DEN(704) 258-4665107 Apple Ridge Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwabearsdencom
A STARRY NIGHT LODGE(704) 619-5401216 Veronica Way Vilas NC 28692wwwvrbocom444251
ADArsquoS COTTAGES(828) 295-7983wwwvrbocom335490
ADLERHORST(919) 802-4924Boone Areawwwmountaincabinnccom
ANDERSON REALTY amp RENTALS(828) 262-0043184 N Water Street 13 Boone NC 28607wwwrentourcabinscom
ANDREArsquoS CABINS(828) 964-9005wwwandreascabinscom
APPALACHIAN LOG CABIN RENTALS(919) 625-1197160 Sassyfrass Lane Boone NC 28607wwwappalachianlogcabincom
APPALACHIAN SKI MTN LODGING(828) 295-7828940 Ski Mountain RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605 wwwappskimtncom
APPALACHIAN SUNSET CABIN(704) 607-8910165 Sunset Springs DrBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwvrbocom408243
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AROUND THE BEND CABIN(954) 570-9256Boone Areawwwvrbocom126989
ASHEMORE LUXURY RENTALS(828) 963-7310120 Honey Bear Campground RdBoone NC 28607wwwBooneLuxuryRentalscom
AT YOUR WITS END VACATION RENTALS(800) 774-3493 bull (828) 264-3535719 Greenway Rd Boone NC 28607wwwwitsendrentalscom
AUNT BIRDIErsquoS PLACE(828) 295-0988wwwvrbocom469820
BANNER ELK MOUNTAIN CABINS(828) 387-1209wwwbannerelkmtncabinscom
BEAR TREE CABINValle Crucis NCwwwvrbocom137753
BERRY HILL COTTAGE(919) 772-7166Ka4puvcomberryhillhtml
BEULAHLAND CABINS(828) 963-3443 bull (800) 990-8209 632 N Pine Run Road Boone NC 28607wwwbeulahlandcabinscom
BIRDSONG LOG CABIN RENTALS(704) 906-0856328 Shores Way Boone NC 28607wwwbirdsongcabincom
BLOWING ROCK MOUNTAIN VIEW DUPLEX(828) 295-3763 bull (877) 237-3763149 Old Johnrsquos River RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605
BLOWING ROCK PROPERTIES(800) 849-01471059 Main St Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockmountaincabinscom
BLOWING ROCK RESORT RENTALS(828) 295-9899 bull (866)-800-9899232 Ransom StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockresortrentalscom
BLUE RIDGE BLISSwwwvrbocom494656
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN LODGE(828) 310-1880 or (828) 310-6600wwwblueridgemountainlodgecom
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN RENTALS(800) 237-7975 (828) 295-74007595 Valley RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblueridgerentalscom
BLUE RIDGE VACATION CABINS(828) 963-2393 bull (866) 880-1372120 Honey Bear Campground Road Boone NC 28607wwwblueridgevacationcabinscom
BOONE CABIN RENTALS(828) 262-0978 bull (800) 282-25071460 Snaggy Mtn BlvdBoone NC 28607wwwboonecabinscom
BOONE VACATION CABINS (828) 964-0430175 Bairdrsquos Drive Boone NC 28607wwwboonevacationcabinscom
BROADSTONE COTTAGE(828) 406-00672756 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis NCwwwbroadstonecottagecom
BROOKWOOD CABIN(912) 658-2575wwwvrbocom273535
CAROLINA CABIN RENTALS(828) 295-6000 197 Old US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwcarolinacabinrentalscom
CHALET ALPINE(704) 839-3343wwwvrbocom507853
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CREEKSIDE COTTAGE(919) 622-4943144 Spice Apple WayBanner Elk NC 28604wwwgrandfathermountaincabinscom
DAYrsquoS MOUNTAIN RETREAT(727) 580-5999wwwvrbocom311959
ELITE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES(828) 295-6861153 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwelitemountainpropertiescom
FALL CREEK VACATION RENTALS(336) 877-31311105 Fall Creek RoadFleetwood NC 28626wwwfallcreekvacationrentalscom
FAMILY LODGE(786) 210-4787wwwvrbocom3949230ha
FOSCOE RENTALS(800) 723-7341 bull (828) 963-8142133 Echota Pkwy Boone NC 28607 wwwfoscoerentalscom
GRANDFATHER CABINS(828) 355-4535 bull (800) 788-2582125 Profile View Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfatherrvcom
HEART OF THE HIGH COUNTRY REALTY(336) 877-25653899 Railroad Grade RoadTodd NC 28684wwwtoddcabinrentalscom
HEMLOCK RIDGE CABIN(888) 547-7598 bull (336) 998-5252 526 Spice Bottom TrailBanner Elk NC 28604wwwhemlockridgenccom
HIGH COUNTRY CABIN RENTALS(855) 651-48326236 Hwy 321 S Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwhccabinrentalscom
HIGH COUNTRY HIDE-AWAY(336) 926-3022wwwvrbocom45160
HOLTON MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 264-3644480 Hwy 105 ExtensionBoone NC 28607 wwwholtonmountainrentalscom
HOUND EARS RENTALS(828) 963-4301 328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Boone NC 28607 wwwhoundearscom
HUMMINGBIRD HILL CABIN VILLAGE (914) 455-3609 Boone NC wwwhummingbirdhillcabinscom
JENKINS RENTALS (800) 438-7803 bull (828) 295-9888452 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwjenkinsrentalscom
JUST BUILT LOG CABIN - HOWARD CREEK FALLS(828) 263-8349351 Doe Ridge Boone NC 28607
KILKELLY CABINS(828) 264-70763649 Jakes Mountain RoadBoone NC 28607wwwkilkellycabinscom
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MILL RIDGE VACATION RENTALS(828) 963-4900229 Clubhouse Drive Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwmillridgeresortscom
MOUNTAIN CREEK RETREAT (828) 898-9771 bull (828) 387-18463731 Winklers Creek Road Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwmountaincreekretreatcom
MOUNTAIN RETREATS REALTY (828) 963-6325 bull (800) 819-76474840 Highway 105 Suite 3 Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwncmountainretreatscom
MOUNTAIN SONG CABIN(828) 572-3257 139 Mountain Street Vilas NC 28692 wwwmountainsongcabincom
MOUNTAIN VIEW REALTY(828) 295-3554 bull (888) 245-7923960 Main StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwmountain-view-realtycom
MOUNTAINAIRE LOG CABINS(828) 295-7991wwwmountainaireinncomrustic-cabins
MT SINAI CABIN(704) 361-9729wwwvrbocom280893
OLD FARMHOUSE AT WILLET PONDS (828) 297-4653 bull (828) 297-95711601 Willet Miller RoadTodd NC 28684 wwwgoldencockerelcom
OWLrsquoS ROOST(336) 299-1851wwwvrbocom328149
PARKWAY CABINS (866) 679-3002 bull (828) 262-5024749 Turkey Knob Boone NC 28607wwwparkwaycabinscom
RIVERSIDE LOG CABIN RENTALS (828) 264-2792 bull (800) 774-3493129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwriversidelogcabinscom
SERENITY FALLS 9710 Elk Creek RoadDeep Gap NC 28618wwwserenity-fallscom
SHOOK CREEK CABIN(828) 963-0056614 Tom Shook RoadBanner Elk NC 28604 wwwvacationrentaldirectcomvacation-rentals7816htm
SONGBIRD CABIN(828) 964-6322Sugar Grove NCwwwsongbirdcabincom
SUGAR BEARrsquoS OVERLOOK CABIN(919) 468-9986Sugar Grove NC wwwfreewebscomsugarbearoverlookcabin
SWISS MOUNTAIN VILLAGE(828) 295-33732324 Flat Top RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwswissmountaincom
TAYLORrsquoS COZY RIVER(704) 437-1090wwwvrbocom616454
TROUTSONG(828) 773-62523149 Howardrsquos Creek RdBoone NC 28607wwwvrbocom123144
TWISTED LAUREL CABIN(919) 818-8249wwwvrbocom231107
VALLE CRUCIS LOG CABIN RENTALS(828) 963-77743657 Broadstone RoadValle Crucis NC 28691wwwlogcabinrentalscom
WHITE FENCE FARM ndash DOWNTOWN BOONE RENTAL(828) 964-6767270 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwwhitefencefarmrentalscomdowntown-boone-rental
WINGROVE MOUNTAIN CHALET(828) 963-6877 163 Moore Mtn Road Vilas NC 28692 wwwwingrovechaletcom
WINKLERrsquoS CREEK CABINS (828) 264-2863380 Indian Springs RunBoone NC 28607 wwwwinklerscreekcabinscom
WOLFrsquoS DEN(704) 906-6645wwwvrbocom435108
YONAHLOSSEE ACCOMMODATIONS (800) 962-1986226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607 wwwyonahlosseecom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
PLACES TO PLAY
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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Y THE CHILDRENrsquoS PLAYHOUSE(828) 263-0011400 Tracy Circle Boonewwwgoplayhouseorg
FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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THE TAYLOR HOUSE INN(800) 963-55814584 Hwy 194 S Banner Elk NC 28604wwwtaylorhouseinncomThe Taylor House Inn is a bed and breakfast known for offering romantic getaways hosting fabulous family reunions corporate retreats and some of the best weddings in Valle Crucis They have won multiple awards from bedampbreakfastcom and won a 2010 amazing customer service award from the Boone Area Chamber
VALLE CRUCIS BED amp BREAKFAST (828) 963-25252171 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwvallecrucisbandbcomThe Valle Crucis B amp B offers majestic views of the River Run Horse Farm and blends todayrsquos finest amenities for a mountain experience you wonrsquot soon forget Select a room in the main bed amp breakfast with breathtaking front porch views or relax in one of their uniquely decorated themed suites
CONFERENCECENTERS
ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 693 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingorgintl- meditation-center-usa
VALLE CRUCIS CONFERENCE CENTER(828) 963-4453146 Skiles Way Banner Elk NC 28604wwwhighsouthcomvallecrucisThe Valle Crucis Conference Center is a Year Round Retreat Facility Serving a Wide Range of Church Family and other Non-Profit Groups
RESORTS amp SPAS ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER(800) 392-6870 639 Whispering Hills Rd Boone NC wwwartoflivingretreatcenterorgRestful rooms with incredible views spa delicious vegetarian dining yoga and meditation available
CRESTWOOD(828) 963-66463236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone NC 28607 wwwcrestwoodnccomThe essence of an intimate country inn while offering all the indulgences of a grand resort A luxurious boutique resort gourmet restaurant and spa
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shulls Mill Road Boone NC 28607wwwhoundearscomA 750 acre lodge and luxury resort in a gated community Golf tennis heated pool dining room lounge
WESTGLOW RESORT amp SPA(800) 562-0807 bull (828) 295-4463224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwwestglowcomTravel and Leisure Magazinersquos Worldrsquos Best Awards Survey has named Westglow as ldquothe number two destination spa in the worldrdquo Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains the elegant Greek Revival mansion is the perfect place to renew mind body and spirit
BLOWING ROCK
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Y WILLOW VALLEY RESORT (828) 963-6551350 Bairds Creek Road Vilas NC 28692wwwwillowvalley-resortcomCabins condos and chalets 9 hole par 3 golf course and tennis on site Located within 10 miles of Boone Blowing Rock Valle Crucis and ASU
YONAHLOSSEE RESORT amp CLUB (800) 962-1986 bull (828) 963-6400226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607wwwyonahlosseecomA natural resort where families gather and couples celebrate Offering intimate inn rooms cozy cottages and elegant vacation home rentals in the heart of the mountains Indoor amp outdoor Tennis indoor pool fitness center and fine dining at the Gamekeeper Restaurant
CAMPGROUNDSBLUE BEAR MOUNTAIN CAMP(828) 406-4226196 Blue Bear Mountain RdTodd NC 28684wwwbluebearmountaincom
BOONE KOA(828) 264-7250123 Harmony Mountain LaneBoone NC 28607wwwkoacomcampgroundsbooneOpen May 1 - Oct 31
FLINTLOCK FAMILY CAMPGROUND(888) 850-9997171 Flintlock Campground DriveBoone NC 28607wwwflintlockcampgroundcomOpen April-October
GRANDFATHER CAMPGROUND(800) 788-2582 bull (828) 355-4535Highway 105 near Foscoe NCwwwgrandfatherrvcomOpen year round
HONEY BEAR CAMPGROUND (828) 963-4586229 Honey Bear Campground RoadBoone NC 28607wwwhoneybearcampgroundcom
VANDERPOOL CAMPGROUND(828) 297-3486120 Campground Road Vilas NC 28692wwwvanderpoolcampgroundcomOpen Year-round
CABINS COTTAGES amp CONDOS
5 BOYS RETREATwwwvrbocom433105
A AND W MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 898-9188wwwaandwrentalscom
A BEARrsquoS DEN(704) 258-4665107 Apple Ridge Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwabearsdencom
A STARRY NIGHT LODGE(704) 619-5401216 Veronica Way Vilas NC 28692wwwvrbocom444251
ADArsquoS COTTAGES(828) 295-7983wwwvrbocom335490
ADLERHORST(919) 802-4924Boone Areawwwmountaincabinnccom
ANDERSON REALTY amp RENTALS(828) 262-0043184 N Water Street 13 Boone NC 28607wwwrentourcabinscom
ANDREArsquoS CABINS(828) 964-9005wwwandreascabinscom
APPALACHIAN LOG CABIN RENTALS(919) 625-1197160 Sassyfrass Lane Boone NC 28607wwwappalachianlogcabincom
APPALACHIAN SKI MTN LODGING(828) 295-7828940 Ski Mountain RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605 wwwappskimtncom
APPALACHIAN SUNSET CABIN(704) 607-8910165 Sunset Springs DrBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwvrbocom408243
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AROUND THE BEND CABIN(954) 570-9256Boone Areawwwvrbocom126989
ASHEMORE LUXURY RENTALS(828) 963-7310120 Honey Bear Campground RdBoone NC 28607wwwBooneLuxuryRentalscom
AT YOUR WITS END VACATION RENTALS(800) 774-3493 bull (828) 264-3535719 Greenway Rd Boone NC 28607wwwwitsendrentalscom
AUNT BIRDIErsquoS PLACE(828) 295-0988wwwvrbocom469820
BANNER ELK MOUNTAIN CABINS(828) 387-1209wwwbannerelkmtncabinscom
BEAR TREE CABINValle Crucis NCwwwvrbocom137753
BERRY HILL COTTAGE(919) 772-7166Ka4puvcomberryhillhtml
BEULAHLAND CABINS(828) 963-3443 bull (800) 990-8209 632 N Pine Run Road Boone NC 28607wwwbeulahlandcabinscom
BIRDSONG LOG CABIN RENTALS(704) 906-0856328 Shores Way Boone NC 28607wwwbirdsongcabincom
BLOWING ROCK MOUNTAIN VIEW DUPLEX(828) 295-3763 bull (877) 237-3763149 Old Johnrsquos River RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605
BLOWING ROCK PROPERTIES(800) 849-01471059 Main St Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockmountaincabinscom
BLOWING ROCK RESORT RENTALS(828) 295-9899 bull (866)-800-9899232 Ransom StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockresortrentalscom
BLUE RIDGE BLISSwwwvrbocom494656
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN LODGE(828) 310-1880 or (828) 310-6600wwwblueridgemountainlodgecom
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN RENTALS(800) 237-7975 (828) 295-74007595 Valley RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblueridgerentalscom
BLUE RIDGE VACATION CABINS(828) 963-2393 bull (866) 880-1372120 Honey Bear Campground Road Boone NC 28607wwwblueridgevacationcabinscom
BOONE CABIN RENTALS(828) 262-0978 bull (800) 282-25071460 Snaggy Mtn BlvdBoone NC 28607wwwboonecabinscom
BOONE VACATION CABINS (828) 964-0430175 Bairdrsquos Drive Boone NC 28607wwwboonevacationcabinscom
BROADSTONE COTTAGE(828) 406-00672756 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis NCwwwbroadstonecottagecom
BROOKWOOD CABIN(912) 658-2575wwwvrbocom273535
CAROLINA CABIN RENTALS(828) 295-6000 197 Old US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwcarolinacabinrentalscom
CHALET ALPINE(704) 839-3343wwwvrbocom507853
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Y CHEADLE CHALET(336) 765-0900 512 Deer Run Deep Gap NC 28618 wwwvrbocom92962
CREEKSIDE COTTAGE(919) 622-4943144 Spice Apple WayBanner Elk NC 28604wwwgrandfathermountaincabinscom
DAYrsquoS MOUNTAIN RETREAT(727) 580-5999wwwvrbocom311959
ELITE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES(828) 295-6861153 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwelitemountainpropertiescom
FALL CREEK VACATION RENTALS(336) 877-31311105 Fall Creek RoadFleetwood NC 28626wwwfallcreekvacationrentalscom
FAMILY LODGE(786) 210-4787wwwvrbocom3949230ha
FOSCOE RENTALS(800) 723-7341 bull (828) 963-8142133 Echota Pkwy Boone NC 28607 wwwfoscoerentalscom
GRANDFATHER CABINS(828) 355-4535 bull (800) 788-2582125 Profile View Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfatherrvcom
HEART OF THE HIGH COUNTRY REALTY(336) 877-25653899 Railroad Grade RoadTodd NC 28684wwwtoddcabinrentalscom
HEMLOCK RIDGE CABIN(888) 547-7598 bull (336) 998-5252 526 Spice Bottom TrailBanner Elk NC 28604wwwhemlockridgenccom
HIGH COUNTRY CABIN RENTALS(855) 651-48326236 Hwy 321 S Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwhccabinrentalscom
HIGH COUNTRY HIDE-AWAY(336) 926-3022wwwvrbocom45160
HOLTON MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 264-3644480 Hwy 105 ExtensionBoone NC 28607 wwwholtonmountainrentalscom
HOUND EARS RENTALS(828) 963-4301 328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Boone NC 28607 wwwhoundearscom
HUMMINGBIRD HILL CABIN VILLAGE (914) 455-3609 Boone NC wwwhummingbirdhillcabinscom
JENKINS RENTALS (800) 438-7803 bull (828) 295-9888452 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwjenkinsrentalscom
JUST BUILT LOG CABIN - HOWARD CREEK FALLS(828) 263-8349351 Doe Ridge Boone NC 28607
KILKELLY CABINS(828) 264-70763649 Jakes Mountain RoadBoone NC 28607wwwkilkellycabinscom
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MILL RIDGE VACATION RENTALS(828) 963-4900229 Clubhouse Drive Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwmillridgeresortscom
MOUNTAIN CREEK RETREAT (828) 898-9771 bull (828) 387-18463731 Winklers Creek Road Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwmountaincreekretreatcom
MOUNTAIN RETREATS REALTY (828) 963-6325 bull (800) 819-76474840 Highway 105 Suite 3 Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwncmountainretreatscom
MOUNTAIN SONG CABIN(828) 572-3257 139 Mountain Street Vilas NC 28692 wwwmountainsongcabincom
MOUNTAIN VIEW REALTY(828) 295-3554 bull (888) 245-7923960 Main StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwmountain-view-realtycom
MOUNTAINAIRE LOG CABINS(828) 295-7991wwwmountainaireinncomrustic-cabins
MT SINAI CABIN(704) 361-9729wwwvrbocom280893
OLD FARMHOUSE AT WILLET PONDS (828) 297-4653 bull (828) 297-95711601 Willet Miller RoadTodd NC 28684 wwwgoldencockerelcom
OWLrsquoS ROOST(336) 299-1851wwwvrbocom328149
PARKWAY CABINS (866) 679-3002 bull (828) 262-5024749 Turkey Knob Boone NC 28607wwwparkwaycabinscom
RIVERSIDE LOG CABIN RENTALS (828) 264-2792 bull (800) 774-3493129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwriversidelogcabinscom
SERENITY FALLS 9710 Elk Creek RoadDeep Gap NC 28618wwwserenity-fallscom
SHOOK CREEK CABIN(828) 963-0056614 Tom Shook RoadBanner Elk NC 28604 wwwvacationrentaldirectcomvacation-rentals7816htm
SONGBIRD CABIN(828) 964-6322Sugar Grove NCwwwsongbirdcabincom
SUGAR BEARrsquoS OVERLOOK CABIN(919) 468-9986Sugar Grove NC wwwfreewebscomsugarbearoverlookcabin
SWISS MOUNTAIN VILLAGE(828) 295-33732324 Flat Top RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwswissmountaincom
TAYLORrsquoS COZY RIVER(704) 437-1090wwwvrbocom616454
TROUTSONG(828) 773-62523149 Howardrsquos Creek RdBoone NC 28607wwwvrbocom123144
TWISTED LAUREL CABIN(919) 818-8249wwwvrbocom231107
VALLE CRUCIS LOG CABIN RENTALS(828) 963-77743657 Broadstone RoadValle Crucis NC 28691wwwlogcabinrentalscom
WHITE FENCE FARM ndash DOWNTOWN BOONE RENTAL(828) 964-6767270 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwwhitefencefarmrentalscomdowntown-boone-rental
WINGROVE MOUNTAIN CHALET(828) 963-6877 163 Moore Mtn Road Vilas NC 28692 wwwwingrovechaletcom
WINKLERrsquoS CREEK CABINS (828) 264-2863380 Indian Springs RunBoone NC 28607 wwwwinklerscreekcabinscom
WOLFrsquoS DEN(704) 906-6645wwwvrbocom435108
YONAHLOSSEE ACCOMMODATIONS (800) 962-1986226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607 wwwyonahlosseecom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
PLACES TO PLAY
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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Y THE CHILDRENrsquoS PLAYHOUSE(828) 263-0011400 Tracy Circle Boonewwwgoplayhouseorg
FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
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YONAHLOSSEE RESORT amp CLUB (800) 962-1986 bull (828) 963-6400226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607wwwyonahlosseecomA natural resort where families gather and couples celebrate Offering intimate inn rooms cozy cottages and elegant vacation home rentals in the heart of the mountains Indoor amp outdoor Tennis indoor pool fitness center and fine dining at the Gamekeeper Restaurant
CAMPGROUNDSBLUE BEAR MOUNTAIN CAMP(828) 406-4226196 Blue Bear Mountain RdTodd NC 28684wwwbluebearmountaincom
BOONE KOA(828) 264-7250123 Harmony Mountain LaneBoone NC 28607wwwkoacomcampgroundsbooneOpen May 1 - Oct 31
FLINTLOCK FAMILY CAMPGROUND(888) 850-9997171 Flintlock Campground DriveBoone NC 28607wwwflintlockcampgroundcomOpen April-October
GRANDFATHER CAMPGROUND(800) 788-2582 bull (828) 355-4535Highway 105 near Foscoe NCwwwgrandfatherrvcomOpen year round
HONEY BEAR CAMPGROUND (828) 963-4586229 Honey Bear Campground RoadBoone NC 28607wwwhoneybearcampgroundcom
VANDERPOOL CAMPGROUND(828) 297-3486120 Campground Road Vilas NC 28692wwwvanderpoolcampgroundcomOpen Year-round
CABINS COTTAGES amp CONDOS
5 BOYS RETREATwwwvrbocom433105
A AND W MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 898-9188wwwaandwrentalscom
A BEARrsquoS DEN(704) 258-4665107 Apple Ridge Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwabearsdencom
A STARRY NIGHT LODGE(704) 619-5401216 Veronica Way Vilas NC 28692wwwvrbocom444251
ADArsquoS COTTAGES(828) 295-7983wwwvrbocom335490
ADLERHORST(919) 802-4924Boone Areawwwmountaincabinnccom
ANDERSON REALTY amp RENTALS(828) 262-0043184 N Water Street 13 Boone NC 28607wwwrentourcabinscom
ANDREArsquoS CABINS(828) 964-9005wwwandreascabinscom
APPALACHIAN LOG CABIN RENTALS(919) 625-1197160 Sassyfrass Lane Boone NC 28607wwwappalachianlogcabincom
APPALACHIAN SKI MTN LODGING(828) 295-7828940 Ski Mountain RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605 wwwappskimtncom
APPALACHIAN SUNSET CABIN(704) 607-8910165 Sunset Springs DrBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwvrbocom408243
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AROUND THE BEND CABIN(954) 570-9256Boone Areawwwvrbocom126989
ASHEMORE LUXURY RENTALS(828) 963-7310120 Honey Bear Campground RdBoone NC 28607wwwBooneLuxuryRentalscom
AT YOUR WITS END VACATION RENTALS(800) 774-3493 bull (828) 264-3535719 Greenway Rd Boone NC 28607wwwwitsendrentalscom
AUNT BIRDIErsquoS PLACE(828) 295-0988wwwvrbocom469820
BANNER ELK MOUNTAIN CABINS(828) 387-1209wwwbannerelkmtncabinscom
BEAR TREE CABINValle Crucis NCwwwvrbocom137753
BERRY HILL COTTAGE(919) 772-7166Ka4puvcomberryhillhtml
BEULAHLAND CABINS(828) 963-3443 bull (800) 990-8209 632 N Pine Run Road Boone NC 28607wwwbeulahlandcabinscom
BIRDSONG LOG CABIN RENTALS(704) 906-0856328 Shores Way Boone NC 28607wwwbirdsongcabincom
BLOWING ROCK MOUNTAIN VIEW DUPLEX(828) 295-3763 bull (877) 237-3763149 Old Johnrsquos River RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605
BLOWING ROCK PROPERTIES(800) 849-01471059 Main St Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockmountaincabinscom
BLOWING ROCK RESORT RENTALS(828) 295-9899 bull (866)-800-9899232 Ransom StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockresortrentalscom
BLUE RIDGE BLISSwwwvrbocom494656
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN LODGE(828) 310-1880 or (828) 310-6600wwwblueridgemountainlodgecom
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN RENTALS(800) 237-7975 (828) 295-74007595 Valley RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblueridgerentalscom
BLUE RIDGE VACATION CABINS(828) 963-2393 bull (866) 880-1372120 Honey Bear Campground Road Boone NC 28607wwwblueridgevacationcabinscom
BOONE CABIN RENTALS(828) 262-0978 bull (800) 282-25071460 Snaggy Mtn BlvdBoone NC 28607wwwboonecabinscom
BOONE VACATION CABINS (828) 964-0430175 Bairdrsquos Drive Boone NC 28607wwwboonevacationcabinscom
BROADSTONE COTTAGE(828) 406-00672756 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis NCwwwbroadstonecottagecom
BROOKWOOD CABIN(912) 658-2575wwwvrbocom273535
CAROLINA CABIN RENTALS(828) 295-6000 197 Old US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwcarolinacabinrentalscom
CHALET ALPINE(704) 839-3343wwwvrbocom507853
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CREEKSIDE COTTAGE(919) 622-4943144 Spice Apple WayBanner Elk NC 28604wwwgrandfathermountaincabinscom
DAYrsquoS MOUNTAIN RETREAT(727) 580-5999wwwvrbocom311959
ELITE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES(828) 295-6861153 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwelitemountainpropertiescom
FALL CREEK VACATION RENTALS(336) 877-31311105 Fall Creek RoadFleetwood NC 28626wwwfallcreekvacationrentalscom
FAMILY LODGE(786) 210-4787wwwvrbocom3949230ha
FOSCOE RENTALS(800) 723-7341 bull (828) 963-8142133 Echota Pkwy Boone NC 28607 wwwfoscoerentalscom
GRANDFATHER CABINS(828) 355-4535 bull (800) 788-2582125 Profile View Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfatherrvcom
HEART OF THE HIGH COUNTRY REALTY(336) 877-25653899 Railroad Grade RoadTodd NC 28684wwwtoddcabinrentalscom
HEMLOCK RIDGE CABIN(888) 547-7598 bull (336) 998-5252 526 Spice Bottom TrailBanner Elk NC 28604wwwhemlockridgenccom
HIGH COUNTRY CABIN RENTALS(855) 651-48326236 Hwy 321 S Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwhccabinrentalscom
HIGH COUNTRY HIDE-AWAY(336) 926-3022wwwvrbocom45160
HOLTON MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 264-3644480 Hwy 105 ExtensionBoone NC 28607 wwwholtonmountainrentalscom
HOUND EARS RENTALS(828) 963-4301 328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Boone NC 28607 wwwhoundearscom
HUMMINGBIRD HILL CABIN VILLAGE (914) 455-3609 Boone NC wwwhummingbirdhillcabinscom
JENKINS RENTALS (800) 438-7803 bull (828) 295-9888452 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwjenkinsrentalscom
JUST BUILT LOG CABIN - HOWARD CREEK FALLS(828) 263-8349351 Doe Ridge Boone NC 28607
KILKELLY CABINS(828) 264-70763649 Jakes Mountain RoadBoone NC 28607wwwkilkellycabinscom
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MILL RIDGE VACATION RENTALS(828) 963-4900229 Clubhouse Drive Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwmillridgeresortscom
MOUNTAIN CREEK RETREAT (828) 898-9771 bull (828) 387-18463731 Winklers Creek Road Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwmountaincreekretreatcom
MOUNTAIN RETREATS REALTY (828) 963-6325 bull (800) 819-76474840 Highway 105 Suite 3 Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwncmountainretreatscom
MOUNTAIN SONG CABIN(828) 572-3257 139 Mountain Street Vilas NC 28692 wwwmountainsongcabincom
MOUNTAIN VIEW REALTY(828) 295-3554 bull (888) 245-7923960 Main StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwmountain-view-realtycom
MOUNTAINAIRE LOG CABINS(828) 295-7991wwwmountainaireinncomrustic-cabins
MT SINAI CABIN(704) 361-9729wwwvrbocom280893
OLD FARMHOUSE AT WILLET PONDS (828) 297-4653 bull (828) 297-95711601 Willet Miller RoadTodd NC 28684 wwwgoldencockerelcom
OWLrsquoS ROOST(336) 299-1851wwwvrbocom328149
PARKWAY CABINS (866) 679-3002 bull (828) 262-5024749 Turkey Knob Boone NC 28607wwwparkwaycabinscom
RIVERSIDE LOG CABIN RENTALS (828) 264-2792 bull (800) 774-3493129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwriversidelogcabinscom
SERENITY FALLS 9710 Elk Creek RoadDeep Gap NC 28618wwwserenity-fallscom
SHOOK CREEK CABIN(828) 963-0056614 Tom Shook RoadBanner Elk NC 28604 wwwvacationrentaldirectcomvacation-rentals7816htm
SONGBIRD CABIN(828) 964-6322Sugar Grove NCwwwsongbirdcabincom
SUGAR BEARrsquoS OVERLOOK CABIN(919) 468-9986Sugar Grove NC wwwfreewebscomsugarbearoverlookcabin
SWISS MOUNTAIN VILLAGE(828) 295-33732324 Flat Top RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwswissmountaincom
TAYLORrsquoS COZY RIVER(704) 437-1090wwwvrbocom616454
TROUTSONG(828) 773-62523149 Howardrsquos Creek RdBoone NC 28607wwwvrbocom123144
TWISTED LAUREL CABIN(919) 818-8249wwwvrbocom231107
VALLE CRUCIS LOG CABIN RENTALS(828) 963-77743657 Broadstone RoadValle Crucis NC 28691wwwlogcabinrentalscom
WHITE FENCE FARM ndash DOWNTOWN BOONE RENTAL(828) 964-6767270 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwwhitefencefarmrentalscomdowntown-boone-rental
WINGROVE MOUNTAIN CHALET(828) 963-6877 163 Moore Mtn Road Vilas NC 28692 wwwwingrovechaletcom
WINKLERrsquoS CREEK CABINS (828) 264-2863380 Indian Springs RunBoone NC 28607 wwwwinklerscreekcabinscom
WOLFrsquoS DEN(704) 906-6645wwwvrbocom435108
YONAHLOSSEE ACCOMMODATIONS (800) 962-1986226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607 wwwyonahlosseecom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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AROUND THE BEND CABIN(954) 570-9256Boone Areawwwvrbocom126989
ASHEMORE LUXURY RENTALS(828) 963-7310120 Honey Bear Campground RdBoone NC 28607wwwBooneLuxuryRentalscom
AT YOUR WITS END VACATION RENTALS(800) 774-3493 bull (828) 264-3535719 Greenway Rd Boone NC 28607wwwwitsendrentalscom
AUNT BIRDIErsquoS PLACE(828) 295-0988wwwvrbocom469820
BANNER ELK MOUNTAIN CABINS(828) 387-1209wwwbannerelkmtncabinscom
BEAR TREE CABINValle Crucis NCwwwvrbocom137753
BERRY HILL COTTAGE(919) 772-7166Ka4puvcomberryhillhtml
BEULAHLAND CABINS(828) 963-3443 bull (800) 990-8209 632 N Pine Run Road Boone NC 28607wwwbeulahlandcabinscom
BIRDSONG LOG CABIN RENTALS(704) 906-0856328 Shores Way Boone NC 28607wwwbirdsongcabincom
BLOWING ROCK MOUNTAIN VIEW DUPLEX(828) 295-3763 bull (877) 237-3763149 Old Johnrsquos River RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605
BLOWING ROCK PROPERTIES(800) 849-01471059 Main St Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockmountaincabinscom
BLOWING ROCK RESORT RENTALS(828) 295-9899 bull (866)-800-9899232 Ransom StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblowingrockresortrentalscom
BLUE RIDGE BLISSwwwvrbocom494656
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN LODGE(828) 310-1880 or (828) 310-6600wwwblueridgemountainlodgecom
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN RENTALS(800) 237-7975 (828) 295-74007595 Valley RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwblueridgerentalscom
BLUE RIDGE VACATION CABINS(828) 963-2393 bull (866) 880-1372120 Honey Bear Campground Road Boone NC 28607wwwblueridgevacationcabinscom
BOONE CABIN RENTALS(828) 262-0978 bull (800) 282-25071460 Snaggy Mtn BlvdBoone NC 28607wwwboonecabinscom
BOONE VACATION CABINS (828) 964-0430175 Bairdrsquos Drive Boone NC 28607wwwboonevacationcabinscom
BROADSTONE COTTAGE(828) 406-00672756 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis NCwwwbroadstonecottagecom
BROOKWOOD CABIN(912) 658-2575wwwvrbocom273535
CAROLINA CABIN RENTALS(828) 295-6000 197 Old US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwcarolinacabinrentalscom
CHALET ALPINE(704) 839-3343wwwvrbocom507853
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CREEKSIDE COTTAGE(919) 622-4943144 Spice Apple WayBanner Elk NC 28604wwwgrandfathermountaincabinscom
DAYrsquoS MOUNTAIN RETREAT(727) 580-5999wwwvrbocom311959
ELITE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES(828) 295-6861153 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwelitemountainpropertiescom
FALL CREEK VACATION RENTALS(336) 877-31311105 Fall Creek RoadFleetwood NC 28626wwwfallcreekvacationrentalscom
FAMILY LODGE(786) 210-4787wwwvrbocom3949230ha
FOSCOE RENTALS(800) 723-7341 bull (828) 963-8142133 Echota Pkwy Boone NC 28607 wwwfoscoerentalscom
GRANDFATHER CABINS(828) 355-4535 bull (800) 788-2582125 Profile View Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfatherrvcom
HEART OF THE HIGH COUNTRY REALTY(336) 877-25653899 Railroad Grade RoadTodd NC 28684wwwtoddcabinrentalscom
HEMLOCK RIDGE CABIN(888) 547-7598 bull (336) 998-5252 526 Spice Bottom TrailBanner Elk NC 28604wwwhemlockridgenccom
HIGH COUNTRY CABIN RENTALS(855) 651-48326236 Hwy 321 S Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwhccabinrentalscom
HIGH COUNTRY HIDE-AWAY(336) 926-3022wwwvrbocom45160
HOLTON MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 264-3644480 Hwy 105 ExtensionBoone NC 28607 wwwholtonmountainrentalscom
HOUND EARS RENTALS(828) 963-4301 328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Boone NC 28607 wwwhoundearscom
HUMMINGBIRD HILL CABIN VILLAGE (914) 455-3609 Boone NC wwwhummingbirdhillcabinscom
JENKINS RENTALS (800) 438-7803 bull (828) 295-9888452 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwjenkinsrentalscom
JUST BUILT LOG CABIN - HOWARD CREEK FALLS(828) 263-8349351 Doe Ridge Boone NC 28607
KILKELLY CABINS(828) 264-70763649 Jakes Mountain RoadBoone NC 28607wwwkilkellycabinscom
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MILL RIDGE VACATION RENTALS(828) 963-4900229 Clubhouse Drive Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwmillridgeresortscom
MOUNTAIN CREEK RETREAT (828) 898-9771 bull (828) 387-18463731 Winklers Creek Road Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwmountaincreekretreatcom
MOUNTAIN RETREATS REALTY (828) 963-6325 bull (800) 819-76474840 Highway 105 Suite 3 Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwncmountainretreatscom
MOUNTAIN SONG CABIN(828) 572-3257 139 Mountain Street Vilas NC 28692 wwwmountainsongcabincom
MOUNTAIN VIEW REALTY(828) 295-3554 bull (888) 245-7923960 Main StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwmountain-view-realtycom
MOUNTAINAIRE LOG CABINS(828) 295-7991wwwmountainaireinncomrustic-cabins
MT SINAI CABIN(704) 361-9729wwwvrbocom280893
OLD FARMHOUSE AT WILLET PONDS (828) 297-4653 bull (828) 297-95711601 Willet Miller RoadTodd NC 28684 wwwgoldencockerelcom
OWLrsquoS ROOST(336) 299-1851wwwvrbocom328149
PARKWAY CABINS (866) 679-3002 bull (828) 262-5024749 Turkey Knob Boone NC 28607wwwparkwaycabinscom
RIVERSIDE LOG CABIN RENTALS (828) 264-2792 bull (800) 774-3493129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwriversidelogcabinscom
SERENITY FALLS 9710 Elk Creek RoadDeep Gap NC 28618wwwserenity-fallscom
SHOOK CREEK CABIN(828) 963-0056614 Tom Shook RoadBanner Elk NC 28604 wwwvacationrentaldirectcomvacation-rentals7816htm
SONGBIRD CABIN(828) 964-6322Sugar Grove NCwwwsongbirdcabincom
SUGAR BEARrsquoS OVERLOOK CABIN(919) 468-9986Sugar Grove NC wwwfreewebscomsugarbearoverlookcabin
SWISS MOUNTAIN VILLAGE(828) 295-33732324 Flat Top RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwswissmountaincom
TAYLORrsquoS COZY RIVER(704) 437-1090wwwvrbocom616454
TROUTSONG(828) 773-62523149 Howardrsquos Creek RdBoone NC 28607wwwvrbocom123144
TWISTED LAUREL CABIN(919) 818-8249wwwvrbocom231107
VALLE CRUCIS LOG CABIN RENTALS(828) 963-77743657 Broadstone RoadValle Crucis NC 28691wwwlogcabinrentalscom
WHITE FENCE FARM ndash DOWNTOWN BOONE RENTAL(828) 964-6767270 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwwhitefencefarmrentalscomdowntown-boone-rental
WINGROVE MOUNTAIN CHALET(828) 963-6877 163 Moore Mtn Road Vilas NC 28692 wwwwingrovechaletcom
WINKLERrsquoS CREEK CABINS (828) 264-2863380 Indian Springs RunBoone NC 28607 wwwwinklerscreekcabinscom
WOLFrsquoS DEN(704) 906-6645wwwvrbocom435108
YONAHLOSSEE ACCOMMODATIONS (800) 962-1986226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607 wwwyonahlosseecom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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Y CHEADLE CHALET(336) 765-0900 512 Deer Run Deep Gap NC 28618 wwwvrbocom92962
CREEKSIDE COTTAGE(919) 622-4943144 Spice Apple WayBanner Elk NC 28604wwwgrandfathermountaincabinscom
DAYrsquoS MOUNTAIN RETREAT(727) 580-5999wwwvrbocom311959
ELITE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES(828) 295-6861153 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwelitemountainpropertiescom
FALL CREEK VACATION RENTALS(336) 877-31311105 Fall Creek RoadFleetwood NC 28626wwwfallcreekvacationrentalscom
FAMILY LODGE(786) 210-4787wwwvrbocom3949230ha
FOSCOE RENTALS(800) 723-7341 bull (828) 963-8142133 Echota Pkwy Boone NC 28607 wwwfoscoerentalscom
GRANDFATHER CABINS(828) 355-4535 bull (800) 788-2582125 Profile View Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfatherrvcom
HEART OF THE HIGH COUNTRY REALTY(336) 877-25653899 Railroad Grade RoadTodd NC 28684wwwtoddcabinrentalscom
HEMLOCK RIDGE CABIN(888) 547-7598 bull (336) 998-5252 526 Spice Bottom TrailBanner Elk NC 28604wwwhemlockridgenccom
HIGH COUNTRY CABIN RENTALS(855) 651-48326236 Hwy 321 S Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwhccabinrentalscom
HIGH COUNTRY HIDE-AWAY(336) 926-3022wwwvrbocom45160
HOLTON MOUNTAIN RENTALS(828) 264-3644480 Hwy 105 ExtensionBoone NC 28607 wwwholtonmountainrentalscom
HOUND EARS RENTALS(828) 963-4301 328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Boone NC 28607 wwwhoundearscom
HUMMINGBIRD HILL CABIN VILLAGE (914) 455-3609 Boone NC wwwhummingbirdhillcabinscom
JENKINS RENTALS (800) 438-7803 bull (828) 295-9888452 Sunset DriveBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwjenkinsrentalscom
JUST BUILT LOG CABIN - HOWARD CREEK FALLS(828) 263-8349351 Doe Ridge Boone NC 28607
KILKELLY CABINS(828) 264-70763649 Jakes Mountain RoadBoone NC 28607wwwkilkellycabinscom
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MILL RIDGE VACATION RENTALS(828) 963-4900229 Clubhouse Drive Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwmillridgeresortscom
MOUNTAIN CREEK RETREAT (828) 898-9771 bull (828) 387-18463731 Winklers Creek Road Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwmountaincreekretreatcom
MOUNTAIN RETREATS REALTY (828) 963-6325 bull (800) 819-76474840 Highway 105 Suite 3 Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwncmountainretreatscom
MOUNTAIN SONG CABIN(828) 572-3257 139 Mountain Street Vilas NC 28692 wwwmountainsongcabincom
MOUNTAIN VIEW REALTY(828) 295-3554 bull (888) 245-7923960 Main StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwmountain-view-realtycom
MOUNTAINAIRE LOG CABINS(828) 295-7991wwwmountainaireinncomrustic-cabins
MT SINAI CABIN(704) 361-9729wwwvrbocom280893
OLD FARMHOUSE AT WILLET PONDS (828) 297-4653 bull (828) 297-95711601 Willet Miller RoadTodd NC 28684 wwwgoldencockerelcom
OWLrsquoS ROOST(336) 299-1851wwwvrbocom328149
PARKWAY CABINS (866) 679-3002 bull (828) 262-5024749 Turkey Knob Boone NC 28607wwwparkwaycabinscom
RIVERSIDE LOG CABIN RENTALS (828) 264-2792 bull (800) 774-3493129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwriversidelogcabinscom
SERENITY FALLS 9710 Elk Creek RoadDeep Gap NC 28618wwwserenity-fallscom
SHOOK CREEK CABIN(828) 963-0056614 Tom Shook RoadBanner Elk NC 28604 wwwvacationrentaldirectcomvacation-rentals7816htm
SONGBIRD CABIN(828) 964-6322Sugar Grove NCwwwsongbirdcabincom
SUGAR BEARrsquoS OVERLOOK CABIN(919) 468-9986Sugar Grove NC wwwfreewebscomsugarbearoverlookcabin
SWISS MOUNTAIN VILLAGE(828) 295-33732324 Flat Top RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwswissmountaincom
TAYLORrsquoS COZY RIVER(704) 437-1090wwwvrbocom616454
TROUTSONG(828) 773-62523149 Howardrsquos Creek RdBoone NC 28607wwwvrbocom123144
TWISTED LAUREL CABIN(919) 818-8249wwwvrbocom231107
VALLE CRUCIS LOG CABIN RENTALS(828) 963-77743657 Broadstone RoadValle Crucis NC 28691wwwlogcabinrentalscom
WHITE FENCE FARM ndash DOWNTOWN BOONE RENTAL(828) 964-6767270 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwwhitefencefarmrentalscomdowntown-boone-rental
WINGROVE MOUNTAIN CHALET(828) 963-6877 163 Moore Mtn Road Vilas NC 28692 wwwwingrovechaletcom
WINKLERrsquoS CREEK CABINS (828) 264-2863380 Indian Springs RunBoone NC 28607 wwwwinklerscreekcabinscom
WOLFrsquoS DEN(704) 906-6645wwwvrbocom435108
YONAHLOSSEE ACCOMMODATIONS (800) 962-1986226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607 wwwyonahlosseecom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
PLACES TO PLAY
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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Y THE CHILDRENrsquoS PLAYHOUSE(828) 263-0011400 Tracy Circle Boonewwwgoplayhouseorg
FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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MILL RIDGE VACATION RENTALS(828) 963-4900229 Clubhouse Drive Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwmillridgeresortscom
MOUNTAIN CREEK RETREAT (828) 898-9771 bull (828) 387-18463731 Winklers Creek Road Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwmountaincreekretreatcom
MOUNTAIN RETREATS REALTY (828) 963-6325 bull (800) 819-76474840 Highway 105 Suite 3 Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwncmountainretreatscom
MOUNTAIN SONG CABIN(828) 572-3257 139 Mountain Street Vilas NC 28692 wwwmountainsongcabincom
MOUNTAIN VIEW REALTY(828) 295-3554 bull (888) 245-7923960 Main StreetBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwmountain-view-realtycom
MOUNTAINAIRE LOG CABINS(828) 295-7991wwwmountainaireinncomrustic-cabins
MT SINAI CABIN(704) 361-9729wwwvrbocom280893
OLD FARMHOUSE AT WILLET PONDS (828) 297-4653 bull (828) 297-95711601 Willet Miller RoadTodd NC 28684 wwwgoldencockerelcom
OWLrsquoS ROOST(336) 299-1851wwwvrbocom328149
PARKWAY CABINS (866) 679-3002 bull (828) 262-5024749 Turkey Knob Boone NC 28607wwwparkwaycabinscom
RIVERSIDE LOG CABIN RENTALS (828) 264-2792 bull (800) 774-3493129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605wwwriversidelogcabinscom
SERENITY FALLS 9710 Elk Creek RoadDeep Gap NC 28618wwwserenity-fallscom
SHOOK CREEK CABIN(828) 963-0056614 Tom Shook RoadBanner Elk NC 28604 wwwvacationrentaldirectcomvacation-rentals7816htm
SONGBIRD CABIN(828) 964-6322Sugar Grove NCwwwsongbirdcabincom
SUGAR BEARrsquoS OVERLOOK CABIN(919) 468-9986Sugar Grove NC wwwfreewebscomsugarbearoverlookcabin
SWISS MOUNTAIN VILLAGE(828) 295-33732324 Flat Top RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwswissmountaincom
TAYLORrsquoS COZY RIVER(704) 437-1090wwwvrbocom616454
TROUTSONG(828) 773-62523149 Howardrsquos Creek RdBoone NC 28607wwwvrbocom123144
TWISTED LAUREL CABIN(919) 818-8249wwwvrbocom231107
VALLE CRUCIS LOG CABIN RENTALS(828) 963-77743657 Broadstone RoadValle Crucis NC 28691wwwlogcabinrentalscom
WHITE FENCE FARM ndash DOWNTOWN BOONE RENTAL(828) 964-6767270 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwwhitefencefarmrentalscomdowntown-boone-rental
WINGROVE MOUNTAIN CHALET(828) 963-6877 163 Moore Mtn Road Vilas NC 28692 wwwwingrovechaletcom
WINKLERrsquoS CREEK CABINS (828) 264-2863380 Indian Springs RunBoone NC 28607 wwwwinklerscreekcabinscom
WOLFrsquoS DEN(704) 906-6645wwwvrbocom435108
YONAHLOSSEE ACCOMMODATIONS (800) 962-1986226 Oakley Green Boone NC 28607 wwwyonahlosseecom
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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Y THE CHILDRENrsquoS PLAYHOUSE(828) 263-0011400 Tracy Circle Boonewwwgoplayhouseorg
FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
PLACES TO PLAY
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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Y THE CHILDRENrsquoS PLAYHOUSE(828) 263-0011400 Tracy Circle Boonewwwgoplayhouseorg
FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
PLACES TO PLAY
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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Y THE CHILDRENrsquoS PLAYHOUSE(828) 263-0011400 Tracy Circle Boonewwwgoplayhouseorg
FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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No matter which season beckons you to the Boone area outdoor adventure will be waiting The promise of our cool springs mild summers and colorful
autumns is the only coaxing yoursquoll need to get outside and go biking hiking fishing zip-lining kayaking whitewater rafting or tubing Or maybe your idea of excitement is a leisurely stroll through a street festival or listening to live music on the front lawn of an historic house Wersquove got that too From extreme mountain sports to relaxing evenings outdoors from trips back in time to rides your kids will never forget the Boone area has just the right amount of adventure for visitors of all ages and interests
PLACES TO PLAY
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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Y THE CHILDRENrsquoS PLAYHOUSE(828) 263-0011400 Tracy Circle Boonewwwgoplayhouseorg
FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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and find ideas for your next getaway
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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Daniel Boone Park591 Horn in the West Drive
Boone NC 28607 | (828) 264-2120
HorN iN tHe Westrevolutionar y War outdoor Drama
HiCkory riDgeL i v i n g H i s t o r y M u s e u m
W W W H o r N i N t H e W e s t C o M open Late June - Mid August
See website for performance schedule and pricing Dinner with Danrsquol - Catered Buffet By reservation
WWWHiCkoryriDgeMUseUMCoM open saturday Mornings | May - october
Nightly Late June - Mid August
The American Adventure Awaits at Daniel Boone Park
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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Y THE CHILDRENrsquoS PLAYHOUSE(828) 263-0011400 Tracy Circle Boonewwwgoplayhouseorg
FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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ATTRACTIONS BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398 wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Shenandoah Natrsquol Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The 75+ year old parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN(800) 4MT-PEAK middot (800) 468-7325 wwwgrandfathercomOn US Hwy 221 near Linville Parkway milepost 305 Grandfather is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is designated by the UN as an International Biosphere Reserve Natural habitat for bears cougars white-tailed deer bald eagles and otters Nature museum includes displays of gemstones birds wildflowers mushrooms and berries Home of the mile-high swinging bridge and scenic hiking trails Open year round weather permitting Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
HAWKSNEST ZIPLINE(800) 822-HAWK wwwhawksnest-resortcomOff Hwy 105 at Seven Devils in Banner Elk The Zipline course at Hawksnest is the longest on the East Coast with over 4 miles of riding Our 19 different cables taking you through the trees over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months
HIGH GRAVITY ADVENTURES AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK(828) 386-6222 215 Tweetsie Railroad Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwhighgravityadventurescomAges 4 to 84 are encouraged to explore our vertical world Tickets buy you 3 hours of self-navigated time in our aerial adventure park Heights from 15-50 feet and 75+ challenges await you
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drive2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
In addition to nationally known attractions like Grandfather Mountain the Blue Ridge Parkway and Tweetsie Railroad Boone also has a vibrant art history and cultural scene Tour frescoes that adorn area churches or visit the historic Jones House for galleries and live music events Appalachian State Universityrsquos Performing Arts Series and annual Appalachian Summer Festival bring some of the most well-known performers to the area all season long
The adventure doesnrsquot end when the cold weather begins The Boone area boasts the most concentrated cluster of ski slopes in the entire region including several black diamond slopes for the truly daring Yoursquoll also enjoy snowboarding snow tubing sledding ice-skating snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Consider spending the holidays in our winter wonderland or at least make a weekend trip out of a visit to one of our choose and cut tree farms Itrsquos always a good time to start a new family tradition
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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Y THE CHILDRENrsquoS PLAYHOUSE(828) 263-0011400 Tracy Circle Boonewwwgoplayhouseorg
FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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MYSTERY HILL(828) 264-2792On US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock wwwmysteryhill-nccomMystifying and educational attraction with blend of science optical illusions amp natural phenomena Gift shops Affiliated with the Appalachian Heritage Museum amp Native American Artifacts Museum Open year round
ORIGINAL MAST GENERAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511wwwmastgeneralstorecomA destination since 1883 the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
SKY VALLEY ZIP TOURS(855) 475-9947634 Sky Ranch RoadBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwskyvalleyziptourscomSky Valley Ziplines is just minutes from the Boone Mall in the spectacular setting of the former Camp Sky Ranch
TWEETSIE RAILROAD(800) 526-5740 wwwtweetsiecomLocated on US Hwy 321 between Boone and Blowing RockWild West family theme park featuring a three-mile steam-powered train ride live entertainment rides shopping and a deer park Open daily May through mid-August and on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays from mid-August through the end of October Open some nights during October for the Ghost Train Halloween Festival
ATTRACTIONS NEARTHE BOONE AREA
ASHE COUNTY CHEESE FACTORY(336) 246-2501106 E Main St West JeffersonThe Carolinasrsquo only cheese manufacturer Open July 1 - Dec 31 Mon - Sat 830 - 5pm Sundays 1 - 5pm Guide service provided groups should call in advance Cheese for sale Free admission
CHURCHES OF THE FRESCOES(336) 982-3076Located at Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs and at St Maryrsquos Church in West JeffersonThe most significant fresco art in the South Open all year 9am - 6pm Guide service provided by appointment No admission charge Greenhouse Craft Shop nearby Buses please call in advance
LINVILLE CAVERNS(800) 419-0540On US Hwy 221 between Linville and MarionNCrsquos only natural caverns Open June through Labor Day 9am - 6pm April May September and October 9am - 5pm November through March 9am - 430pm Weekends only December - February Closed Thanksgiving amp Christmas
BIKING CYCLINGBOONE BIKE amp TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King Street Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211140 South Depot Street Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes Guided trips offered
ROCKY KNOB BIKE PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone (off Hwy 421 ndash East of Boone)Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE THEATERS
BOONE BOWLING CENTER(828) 264-3166261 Boone Heights Drive Boone16 Brunswick lanes Open year round seven days a week
HawksnestTubingcom HawksnestZiplinecom 800822HAWK
Located off Hwy 105Between Boone amp
Banner Elkin Seven Devils
One of the
longest Ziplines in the US
largest Snowtubing Parkin the Southeast
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FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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FAMILY BILLIARDS(828) 963-62609021 Highway 105 SouthLocated in Foscoe between Boone and Banner Elk
FUN lsquoN WHEELS(828) 262-3780 middot US Hwy 105 BooneKrazy Kars (bumper cars) for ages 6 - 60 the Amazing Gyro kiddy cars arcade with the latest games over-and-under bridge and observation deck
MAGIC MOUNTAIN MINI GOLF amp ARCADE(828) 265-4653 middot 1655 Hwy 105 Boone
REGAL CINEMAS(828) 262-3800210 New Market Center BooneSeven screens
SKATEWORLD(828) 297-3296Intersection of US Hwy 321 amp 421 in VilasAvailable for groups and private parties
FARM TOURSAPPLE HILL FARM400 Apple Hill Road Banner Elk NC 28604(828) 963-1662 wwwapplehillfarmnccomA place where animals talk and people listen Apple Hill Farm an Alpaca farm that sits atop Valle Mountain offers daily tours at 2pm and private tours by Appointment
HORSE HELPERS(828) 297-18331199 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698wwwhorsehelpersncorgCall for hours
MAVERICK FARMS(828) 963-5317Justus Road Valle Crucis NCwwwMaverickfarmscomCall for hours
SWINGING BRIDGE FARM(828) 964-2030711 Old Glade Road Deep Gap NC 28618wwwswingingbridgefarmcomTours by appt only please call
TESTER FARM amp DAYLILIES(828) 297-2025486 Odes Wilson RoadZionville NC 28698Closed Tuesday afternoons and Sundays
TROSLY FARM(828) 733-493895 Peter Harding LaneElk Park NC 28622wwwtroslyfarmcomSat 12-5 March-Oct
FISHING amp HUNTING Call 888-2HUNT-FISH to obtain a license The game-fish waters of the Blue Ridge Parkway are federally-regulated and require a permit The federal season is in conjunction with North Carolinarsquos beginning the first Saturday in April and ending the final weekend in February Hunting NC Wildlife Commission (800) 662-7137 Licenses are required for all hunting and are sold at several area sporting goods stores Hunting is not permitted at Grandfather Mtn or on the Blue Ridge Parkway lands
DUE SOUTH OUTFITTERS(828) 355-9109 wwwduesouthoutfitterscom
ELK CREEK OUTFITTERS(828) 264-64971560 Highway 105 Boone
FISH GOAT GUIDE SERVICE (828) 406-2429 wwwfishgoatcom
FOSCOE FISHING COMPANY(828) 963-65569400 NC Hwy 105 SouthwwwfoscoefishingcomFull line fly shop and outfitters Offering guided wade and float trips fly fishing school and fly tying classes
GRANDFATHER TROUT FARM(828) 963-509810767 Hwy 105 South Banner Elk
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099 middot Todd NCLocated in the historic Todd train depot they offer full service fly fishing lessons and guided trips
GALLERIESCATHERINE SMITH GALLERY(828) 262-4046In ASUrsquos Schaefer CenterRotating art and sculpture exhibits Open year round 10am - 5pm No admission charge
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 middot CrossnorecrossnoreweaversskybestorgwwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS(828) 262-3017King St Downtown Boone wwwturchincenterorgASUrsquos newest gallery Exhibits change regularly Free Admission
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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Explore Boone NC
Follow us on social media to share
photos of your favorite Boone adventures
and find ideas for your next getaway
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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GEM MININGDOCrsquoS ROCKS GEM MINE(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill LaneBlowing Rock NC 28605wwwdocsrocksnetDocs Rocks Gem Mine was recently recognized by the North Carolina Board of Education as the ONLY education-based commercial gem mine in North Carolina
FOGGY MOUNTAIN GEM MINE(828) 963-43674416 Hwy 105 S Boone NC 28607The finest in colored gems from around the world museum quality mineral specimens and unique gifts GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist on staff appraisal service available View stones being cut and enjoy indoor winter gem mining
GREATER FOSCOE MINING COMPANY(828) 963-59288998 NC Hwy 105 South Banner ElkLocated 77 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105Take an old-timey Gem Mine adventure to find Emerald Ruby Sapphire and much more Cut and polish your gems to create beautiful keepsake jewelry
GOLFBOONE GOLF CLUB(828) 264-8760wwwboonegolfclubcomOpen mid-April through Thanksgiving weather permitting 18-hole championship course designed by Ellis Maples
HOUND EARS CLUB(828) 963-4321328 Shullrsquos Mill Road Blowing Rock wwwhoundearscom750-acre pro rate golf club with championship George Cobb design golf course
JEFFERSON LANDING ON THE NEW RIVER(800) 292-6274wwwjeffersonlandingclubcom18-hole championship course designed by Larry Nelson Golf packages available
MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE(336) 877-4716West JeffersonwwwmountainairecomBeautiful 18-hole public golf course with spectacular views and reasonable rates
MOUNTAINEER GOLF CENTER (828) 264-6830Off Hwy 105-Ext BooneDriving Range
REDTAIL MOUNTAIN GOLF (423) 727-7931 middot Mountain City TNOpen April - November weather permitting 18-hole championship course
HORSEBACK RIDINGAPPALACHIANS BY HORSEBACK(828) 297-1289 wwwappalachiansbyhorsebackcomAppalachians by Horseback offers private guided trail rides through the mountains in Boone Blowing Rock NC and the surrounding area
BANNER ELK STABLES(828) 898-5424 796 Shomaker Rd Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwbannerelkstablescom Banner Elk Stables offers horseback riding for the entire family year round
DUTCH CREEK TRAILS(828) 297-7117 793 Rubin Walker Rd Vilas NC 28692 wwwdutchcreektrailscom Enjoy wooded trails old farm fields views of the valley surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and southern hospitality
VC FARMS (828) 963-5399 4365 Hwy 194 S Valle Crucis NC 28691 wwwvcfarmcom We invite you to come hear the echoes of the past where the sound of nature reminds us of somewhere in time
VX3 TRAIL RIDES(828) 963-0260 PO Box 1154 Blowing Rock NC 28605 wwwvx3trailridescom VX3 Trail Rides offers customized horseback riding with experienced trail guide Tim Vines Moses Cone Park Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway are the best in the southeast
MUSEUMSAPPALACHIAN FOSSIL MUSEUM(located above Docrsquos Rocks)(828) 264-4499129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock NCwwwdocsrockscom
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE AND NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS MUSEUM(828) 264-4726US 321 Between Boone amp Blowing RockExhibits portray natural and cultural heritage of the Blue Ridge Mtn people from the Native Americans through the early 1900s Open year round Mystery Hill complex
BLOWING ROCK ART amp HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 295-9099 BlowingRockMuseumorg
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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Y HICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM(828) 264-212018th century living history museum on the grounds of Horn in the WestOpen 530pm-800pm before the show and on Saturday mornings from May ndash October during the onsite farmerrsquos market Group tours by appointment
MUSEUM OF NC MINERALS(828) 765-2761At Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 331 junction of NC Hwy 226Variety of minerals found in NC No admission charge
OUTFITTERS OUTDOOR SERVICESEDGE OF THE WORLD(800) 789-EDGEwwwedgeoworldcomCanoeing rafting rappelling and rock climbing trips
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop Established 1971
HIGH MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (800) 262-9036wwwhighmountainexpeditionscomHiking river trips funyaking rock climbing Guided tours for all ages
RIVER AND EARTH ADVENTURES(828) 963-5491wwwraftcavehikecom
RIVER GIRL FISHING CO(336) 877-3099A full service fishing and rental shop in historic Todd NC Also offers tubing canoeing and kayaking on the New River
ROCK DIMENSIONS(828) 265-3544wwwrockdimensionscomGuided rock climbing rappelling and caving adventures Climbing tower at Footsloggers in downtown Boone Groups and families welcome
WAHOOrsquoS ADVENTURES(800) 444-RAFTwwwwahoosadventurescomDaily raft canoe and tube trips on area rivers
NATURAL WONDERSBOONE AREA RIVERSFour rivers originate in the region each flowing in a different direction The Watauga flows west the New flows north the Yadkin flows east and the Catawba flows south Each has its own personality from easy canoeing to whitewater
CASCADES ON THE PARKWAYA half-mile trail to a series of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet Located 35 miles north of Hwy 421 at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 272 No admission charge
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENS(828) 264-6390Located beside Horn in the West A collection of North Carolina native plants are arranged in an informal landscape design Open daily- May - October weather permitting 9am - 6pm Open until 8pm during the Horn in the West season
LINVILLE FALLS RECREATION AREA(828) 765-1045Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 316 A series of two falls (upper is 12rsquo and lower is 90rsquo) plunge into the 2000-foot deep Linville Gorge A one mile round trip hike leads to the upper falls and other trails lead to more views
LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS AREA(828) 652-4841Access to wilderness area off NC Hwy 183The Gorge Wilderness Area is a primitive natural environment A permit is needed to enter and may be obtained at the District Rangerrsquos Office in Nebo NC (exit 90 off I-40) Open May - Oct weekend and holiday camping only Reservations accepted 1 month in advance
THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS (888) 765-9531From the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 3283 off of Orchard Rd Spruce Pine Historic breathtaking apple orchard with hayrides gift shop storytelling entertainment ice cream baked goods Late May - early Nov
WATERFALLSThe Boone area offers many opportunities for waterfall viewing and waterfall hikes Visit ExploreBoonecom and check out the waterfall page for complete information
PARKSBLUE RIDGE PARKWAY(828) 298-0398wwwblueridgeparkwayorgAmericarsquos most scenic drive the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway stretches from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mtns National Park in southwest NC The parkway was completed with the Linn Cove Viaduct an engineering marvel that carries travelers across the slopes of Grandfather Mountain (near milepost 304)
BOONE GREENWAY Pedestrian and Biking Trail Available for walking jogging biking and cross-country skiing Open year round
BOONE JAYCEE PARKLocated on Oak Street in BooneFacilities include picnic area playground and tot lot
BROOKSHIRE PARKLocated on the New River at US 421 and Brookshire Road featuring walking paths picnic pavilions and open fields for play
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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DANIEL BOONE PARK591 Horn in the West DriveBoone NCLocated near downtown Boone Daniel Boone Park includes the Boone Jaycee Parkplayground Strawberry Hill Arboretum Daniel Boone Native Gardens Hickory Ridge Living History Museum Daniel Boone Amphitheater and the Watauga County Farmers Market
ELK KNOB STATE PARK(828) 297-7261Elk Knob is one of North Carolinarsquos two newest State Parks The park offers a visitors center picnic area with tables and grills and a 18 mile trail to the 5520 foot high Elk Knob
GREEN VALLEY PARKBig Hill Road-off of Hwy 194 NA multipurpose community park on the banks of the New River about 7 miles outside of Boone The park offers a picnic shelter playground equipment multi-purpose playing fields hiking trails and a canoe ramp as well as gorgeous views
HOWARDrsquoS KNOB PARKLocated on Howardrsquos Knob overlooking Boone from 4400rsquoOverlooks picnic shelter picnic areas and trails Park closes at dusk Open mid April - October
JULIAN PRICE PARK(828) 963-5911Located near milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAlmost 4000 acres of recreational wilderness and 47-acre Price Lake Camping fishing trails and picnic areas
JUNALUSKA PARKLocated off Bear Trail Drive in BooneWater fountains picnic shelter basketball court playground equipment and restrooms
NEW RIVER STATE PARK(336) 982-2587Located on a 26 mile stretch of perhaps the Earthrsquos oldest riverOffering canoe and car accessible campgrounds an excellent visitors center picnicking and miles of trails with New River views About 1 hour from Boone
ROAN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK(423) 772-3303Canadian-like spruce forest and meadow at 6300-ft elev on the NC and TN state line Worldrsquos largest natural gardens w 600+ of rhododendron Averaging 100+ inches of snow per year a skierrsquos heaven About 1 hour from Boone
ROCKY KNOB PARK285 Mountain Bike Way Boone Highway 421 - East of Boone Check out the new Rocky Knob Park for mountain biking and hiking trails The 185 acre park includes 8 miles of mountain biking trails a bike skills area an outdoor playground and a picnic pavilion
WATAUGA RECREATION COMPLEX(828) 264-9511Located on Hunting Lane off of State Farm Road in Boone Indoor pools lighted tennis courts basketball and volleyball areas horseshoe court tot lot park three athletic fields and a soccer field
PERFORMING ARTSAPPALACHIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL(828) 262-4046 bull (800) 841-ARTSwwwappsummerorgNCrsquos premier multi-arts summer cultural festival featuring the finest in music dance theater and the visual arts Named one of the top twenty events in the Southeast Held on and around Appalachian State University campus every July
CONCERTS AT THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576604 W King Street Boone NC 28607wwwjoneshouseorgOutdoor concerts on the lawn in the summer and Indoor concerts during the fall amp spring
HORN IN THE WEST(828) 264-2120 591 Horn in the West Drivewwwhorninthewestcom2016 marks the 65th consecutive season Historical outdoor drama of the Revolutionary War performed in the Daniel Boone Amphitheater in Boone Late June through mid-August nightly except Monday beginning at 8pm Reserved seating
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC(828) 264-8118wwwmountainhomemusiccomHonoring traditional Appalachian performers and artists Performances Spring and Summer in Boone Fall in Blowing Rock
PERFORMING ARTSSERIES - ASU(800) 841-ARTS wwwpasappstateeduPerformances by nationally and internationally renowned musicians dancers and theatre companies October through March each academic year
SCHOOL OF MUSIC - ASU(828) 262-3020Over 100 recitals and concerts each year most free to the public Call for info or to receive an annual calendar
DEPT OF THEATREamp DANCE - ASU(828) 262-3028(for reservations) (828) 262-3063Spring and Fall semesters the ASU Theatre Department performs major productions childrenrsquos theater one-act plays and dinner theatre
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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SKIINGFour ski and snow tubing resorts are in the vicinity of Boone and offer some of the best winter activities in the Southeast
APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN(800) 322-2373wwwappskimtncomCelebrating more than 50 years of skiing in the Boone area Located between Boone and Blowing Rock off US Hwy 321 221 The first ski resort in the area Nine slopes and outdoor ice skating rink Home of the French-Swiss Ski College Ski snowboard and clothing rentals Night skiing available
HAWKSNEST SNOW TUBING(800) 822-4295wwwhawksnesttubingcomThe largest snow tubing park on the East Coast offers 30 lanes of snow tubing Located 10 miles south of Boone off Hwy 105 in Seven Devils
SKI BEECH(800) 438-2093wwwskibeechcom25 miles from Boone on Beech Mountain off NC Hwy 184The highest ski area in eastern North America 15 slopes and outdoor ice skating rink snowboard park and night skiing
SKI SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT (800) SUGAR-MTwwwskisugarcomLocated near Banner Elk off of Hwy 184Highest vertical drop and longest run in NC 20 slopes snowboard park lodging accommodations available Night skiing available 700 ft long inner tubing run
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGThe area has several excellent trails including Moses Cone Park Price Park Beech Mountain Roan Mountain State Park and locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway Weather (snow) permitting
WINERIESBANNER ELK WINERY(828) 898-909060 Deer Run LaneBanner Elk North Carolina 28604wwwbannerelkwinerycomBanner Elk Winery amp Villa is the most celebrated winery in North Carolinas High Country
GRANDFATHER VINEYARD amp WINERY(828) 963-2400 225 Vineyard Ln Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwgrandfathervineyardcomOur terraced mountain vineyard and winery is nestled right on the Watauga River at the base of Grandfather Mountain We are the first producing winery in Watauga County NC
LINVILLE FALLS WINERY(828) 765-14009557 Linville Falls HighwayLinville Falls NC 28647wwwlinvillefallswinerycomNestled in the lower end of Avery County near the Blue Ridge Parkway is a state of the art tasting room on a 40 acre farm with its staple grapes Riesling and Cabernet Sauvignon blueberries and raspberries
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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Boone area dining boasts an urban diversity and qualitymdashjust without the urban For more than a century the Boone arearsquos classic resort towns and
spectacular setting have been enticing adventurers and upscale vacationers alike Food is a key part of that appealOptions range from barbecue to sushi spa cuisine to bistro fare pub food to fine dining Therersquos also down-home family-style fare modern mountain cuisine and
game Mexican eateries steakhouses vegetarian dishes and restaurants featuring locally-grown produce wines cheeses meats and more For any taste or any budget there is a wealth of award-winning and widely-praised dining in the Boone area
PLACES TO EAT
Danrsquol Boone Inn130 Hardin St Boone
828-264-8657 wwwdanlbooneinncom
bull Family Style Restaurantbull Catering Servicebull Banquet Facilitiesbull Carryout Service
Call for More Information amp Seasonal Hours
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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T AMERICAN APPLEBEErsquoS NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL amp BAR(828) 262-1136 2036 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BEST CELLAR(828) 295-3466 203 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock
BISTRO ROCA amp ANTLERS BAR(828) 295-4408 143 Wonderland Trail Blowing Rock wwwbistrorocacom
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE(828) 295-9474 349 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock wwwblowingrockgrillecom
BOONE SALOON(828) 264-1811 489-B King St Boone wwwboonesalooncom
CAFEacute PORTOFINO amp THE TAP ROOM(828) 264-7772 970 Rivers St Boone wwwcafeacuteportofinonet
CANYONS OF THE BLUE RIDGE(828) 295-7661 US Hwy 321 Blowing Rock wwwcanyonsbrcom
CHILIrsquoS(828) 266-9626 1934 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COYOTE KITCHEN(828) 265-4041 200 Southgate Dr Boone wwwthecoyotekitchencom
CRACKER BARREL(828) 264-4425 1601 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwcrackerbarrelcom
EARTH FARE (828) 263-8138 178 W King St BooneSit down cafe and juice bar in natural foods supermarket
ESPRESSO NEWS COFFEE SHOP(828) 264-8850 267 Howard St Boone wwwespressonewscom
FARM CAFEacute(828) 386-1000 617 West King Street Boone wwwfarmcafeorg
FOGGY ROCK EATERY amp PUB(828) 295-7262 8180 Valley Blvd Blowing Rock wwwfoggy-rockcom
GALILEOrsquoS (828) 355-9591 1087 W King St Boone wwwgalileosboonecom
GAMEKEEPER(828) 963-7400 3005 Shullrsquos Mill Rd Boone wwwgamekeeper-nccom
GRANDVIEW RESTAURANT(828) 963-4573 10575-1 Hwy 105 S Banner Elk wwwgrandview-restaurantcom
HOB KNOB FARM CAFE(828) 262-5000 506 W King St Boone wwwhobnobfarmcafecom
IHOP(828) 355-5255 702 Blowing Rock Road Boone
JOY BISTRO(828) 265-0500 115 New Market Center Boone wwwjoybistroboonecom
MACADOrsquoS(828) 264-1375 539 West King St Boone
MAST FARM INN(828) 963-5857 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwmastfarminncom
MCKETHAN BROTHERS BARBECUE(828) 265-2828 1475 US Hwy 105 Boone wwwmckethanbrotherscom
MELANIErsquoS(828) 263-0300 664 W King St Boone wwwmelaniesfoodfantasycom
MIKErsquoS INLAND SEAFOOD(828) 262-5605 174 Jefferson Rd Boone wwwmikesinlandseafoodcom
MURPHYrsquoS PUB(828) 264-5117747 W King St Boonewwwmurphysboonecom
OVER YONDER (828) 963-5857 3608 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis wwwoveryondernccom
PEPPERrsquoS RESTAURANT(828) 262-1250 Shoppes at Shadowline Boone wwwpeppers-restaurantcom
PROPER(828) 865-5000 142 S Water St Boone wwwpropermealcom
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
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ExploreBooneExplore Boone Area
Explore Boone NC
Follow us on social media to share
photos of your favorite Boone adventures
and find ideas for your next getaway
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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RED ONION CAFEacute(828) 264-5470 227 Hardin St Boone wwwtheredonioncafecom
RESTAURANT G(828) 295-3644 202 Gideon Ridge Rd Blowing Rock wwwgideonridgecom
RIVER STREET ALE HOUSE(828) 264-8100 957 Rivers Street Boone wwwriverstreetalehousecom
ROOTS(828) 414-9508 7179 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwroots-restaurantcom
ROWLANDrsquoS FINE DINING AT WESTGLOW RESORT (828) 295-5141 224 Westglow Circle Blowing Rock wwwwestglowcom
SOUTHERN COMFORTS(828) 295-7114 870 Main St Blowing Rock
STORIE STREET GRILLE(828) 295-7075 1167 Main St Blowing Rock wwwstoriestreetgrillecom
SUNRISE GRILL (828) 355-9079 1675 Highway 105 Boone
TABLE AT CRESTWOOD amp THE DAWG STAR BAR (828) 963-6646 3236 Shulls Mill Rd Boone wwwcrestwoodnccom
THE LOCAL (828) 266-2179 179 Howards St Boone wwwthelocalboonecom
THE NEW PUBLIC HOUSE (828) 295-3487 239 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock thenewpublichousecom
THE ROCK SPORTS BAR AND GRILL(828) 386-1723 276 Watauga Village Dr Boonewwwtherocksportsbarcom
THE TOWN TAVERN(828) 264-2226 208 Faculty Street Boone NC (828) 295-75001182 S Main Street Blowing Rock
TIMBERLAKES RESTAURANT(828) 295-5505 Chetola Resort Blowing Rock wwwchetolacom
TROLLEY STOP HOT DOGS (828) 265-2658 784 W King St Boone
TUCKERS CAFEacute (828) 264-8510 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall
TWIGS (828) 295-5050 7956 Valley Blvd Blowing Rockwwwtwigsbrcom
VIDALIA(828) 263-9176 831 W King St Boone wwwvidaliaofboonecom
WAFFLE HOUSE(828) 264-6575 881 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WOODLANDS BBQ (828) 295-3395 US 321 Bypass Blowing Rock wwwwoodlandsbbqcom
DINERS amp DRIVE-INSBLUE RIDGE DINER(828) 265-19995176 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
HILLTOP DRIVE-IN(828) 297-26212530 Hwy 421 N Boone
THOMPSONrsquoS SEAFOOD(828) 265-43005714 Old Hwy 421 S Boone
TROYrsquoS 105 DINER (828) 265-1344 1286 Hwy 105 Boone wwwtroys105dinercom
ORIENTAL CHA DA THAI(828) 268-0434 161 Howard St Boone wwwchadathai-nccom
CHINA WOK(828) 263-0588 205 New Market Center Boone
COBO SUSHI BISTRO AND BAR(828) 386-1201 161 Howard St Suite B Boonewwwcobosushicom
HOKKAIDO JAPANESE RESTAURANT(828) 263-0350 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwsakura-boonecom
MAKOTOrsquoS JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE(828) 264-7976 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwMakotos-Boonecom
NEW CHINA BUFFET(828) 262-0088 1200 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
OSAKA JAPANESE amp CHINESE(828) 262-0555 214 Southgate Plaza Boone
TASTE GRILL(828) 386-1170 240 Shadowline Drive Boone
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ExploreBoone
ExploreBooneExplore Boone Area
Explore Boone NC
Follow us on social media to share
photos of your favorite Boone adventures
and find ideas for your next getaway
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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T FAST FOODARBYrsquoS (828) 264-7104 1495 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BOJANGLES(828) 262-1849 1064 Blowing Rock Rd Boone 1277 Hwy 421 South Boone
BOONE TAKE-OUT EXPRESS (828) 265-1611 475 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
BURGER KING (828) 264-7664 Boone Heights Shopping Ctr Boone
CHICK-FIL-A(828) 264-4660 2082 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COME BACK SHACK(828) 264-2797 1521 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
COOKOUT BURGER(828) 268-9666 1177 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
FIVE GUYS BURGERS amp FRIES(828) 386-10581461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
HARDEErsquoS (828) 264-3414 610 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 262-3201 344 New Market Ctr Boone
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (828) 264-4405 1668 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
MCDONALDrsquoS (828) 264-0926 896 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SUBWAY(828) 264-4438 417 Blowing Rock Rd Boone (828) 265-3788 1023 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
TACO BELL (828) 264-4766 1093 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
WENDYrsquoS (828) 264-7550 Intersection of Hwys 321 amp 105 Boone
ZAXBYrsquoS (828) 266-3477 545 NC Hwy 105 Extension Boone
STEAK OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE(828) 295-6283 US Hwy 321 Blowing RockDinner only
PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE(828) 264-4433 1972 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpeddlerofboonecom
SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE amp SALOON(828) 265-4488 1111 Hwy 105 Boone wwwsagebrushsteakhousecom
FAMILY amp COUNTRYSTYLE
DANrsquoL BOONE INN RESTAURANT(828) 264-8657 Junction of Hwy 321 and 421 Boone wwwdanlbooneinncom
SANDWICH SHOPS BAKERIES DONUTS
BOONE BAGELRY(828) 262-5585 516 W King St Boone wwwboonebagelryblogspotcom
EAT CROW(828) 963-82289872 Hwy 105 S Foscoe NCwwweatcrownccom
JERSEY MIKErsquoS SUBS(828) 264-4447 119 New Market Ctr Boone wwwjerseymikescom
JIMMY JOHNS(828) 266-9820 525 W King St Boone(828) 266-9869 1778 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
KRISPY KREME(828) 264-68011641 Blowing Rock Rd Boonewwwkrispykremecom
LOCAL LION ESPRESSO BAR AND HOMEMADE DONUTS(828) 386-1120 791 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwlocal-lioncom
OUR DAILY BREAD(828) 264-0173 627 W King St Boone wwwourdailybreadboonecom
PANERA BREAD(828) 298-2226 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwpanerabreadcom
STICK BOY BREAD COMPANY(828) 268-9900 345 Hardin St Boone wwwstickboybreadcom
STICK BOY KITCHEN(828) 265-4141 211 Boone Heights Drive Boone
WHICH WICH(828) 355-9946 246 Wilson Drive Boone NC 28607 wwwwhichwichcom
WOLFIErsquoS DELI AND SUBS(828) 265-5600 593 W King St Boone
BREWERIESAPPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN BREWERY (828) 263-1111 163 Boone Creek Dr Boone wwwappalachianmountainbrewerycom
BLOWING ROCK ALE HOUSE(828) 414-9600 152 Sunset Dr Blowing Rockwwwblowingrockalehouseandinncom
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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BOONESHINE BREWING COMPANY(828) 263-4305 246 Wilson Dr Suite L Boone wwwbooneshinebeer
LOST PROVINCE BREWING COMPANY(828) 265-3506 130 N Depot St Boone wwwlostprovincecom
ICE CREAM amp FROZEN TREATS
KILWINS(828) 295-3088 1103 Main St Blowing Rock wwwkilwinscom
KING STREET CREAMERY(828) 262-4622 595 West King Street Boone
MENCHIES(828) 386-1765 1760 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SWEET FROG FROZEN YOGURT(828) 266-1558 276 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwboonesweetfrogcom
INDIANMINT(828) 386-1441 203 Boone Heights Drive Boone wwwmintnccom
ITALIAN MEXICAN amp PIZZA
BARBERITOS(828) 386-6060 2575 Highway 105 Boone wwwbarberitoscom
BASILrsquoS FRESH PASTA AND DELI(828) 386-4066 246 Wilson Drive Suite K Boone wwwbasilspastacom
BELLArsquoS ITALIAN(828) 386-6101190 Boone Heights Dr Boonewwwbellasboonecom
BLACK CAT BURRITO(828) 263-9511 127 Depot St Boone wwwblackcatburritocom
CAPONErsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1886 454 B West King St Boone wwwcaponesboonecom
CASA RUSTICA(828) 262-5128 1348 Hwy 105 Boone wwwcasarustica1981com
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL(828) 262-1134 1787 Blowing Rock Rd Suite A Boone wwwchipotlecom
CILANTROrsquoS(828) 386-4094 783 West King St Boone wwwcilantrosboonecom
DOMINOrsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-6507 208 Faculty St Boone wwwdominoscom
DOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 265-1674 187 New Market Center Boone wwwdosamigosmexicanrestaurantnet
HUNGRY HOWIErsquoS PIZZA(828) 264-5004 1748 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwhungryhowiescom
LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA (828) 268-1199 370 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwlittlecaesarscom
LOS ARCOIRIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT(828) 264-7770 168 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwlosarcoiriscom
LOST PROVINCE BREWING CO (PIZZA)130 N Depot St Boone (828) 265-3506 wwwlostprovincecom
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA(828) 865-1515 805 West King St Boone wwwmellowmushroomcomboone
PAPA JOHNrsquoS PIZZA(828) 265-1655 521 Hwy 105 Extension Boone wwwpapajohnscom
PUERTO NUEVO(828) 262-3807 187 Watauga Village Dr Boone wwwpuertonuevobecom
PIZZA HUT(828) 262-3535 1461 Blowing Rock Rd Boone wwwpizzahutcom
PRIMOS(828) 355-9800 1180 Blowing Rock Rd Boone Mall wwwprimosrestaurantofboonecom
TAQUERIA EL PASO(828) 264-6755 2693 Hwy 105 Boone
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ExploreBoone
ExploreBooneExplore Boone Area
Explore Boone NC
Follow us on social media to share
photos of your favorite Boone adventures
and find ideas for your next getaway
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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Boone area shopping is as distinctive as the products that fill our art amp craft galleries antique stores and specialty
shops Itrsquos easy to browse a more-than-century-old country store and a modern outlet mall in the same trip Add in outdoor sports shops coffee bars and bookstores and shopping the Boone area can be warm even in winter Looking for artsy artisanal and authentic The ldquobuy localrdquo trend is evident in the Boone area Handcrafted items one-of-a kind works of art and collections of unique
products are a staple of local galleries and shopsWhether itrsquos a trip to the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis a visit to the Tanger Outlet Center or a stroll through shops in downtown Boone the opportunities are plentiful here
PLACES TO SHOP
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
585 W King St Boone NC 28607meierdoeridgepotterycom8282641127 bull doeridgepotterycom
Gallery ampWorking StudioON PREMISES
Bob Meier artist
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ExploreBoone
ExploreBooneExplore Boone Area
Explore Boone NC
Follow us on social media to share
photos of your favorite Boone adventures
and find ideas for your next getaway
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OP ART GALLERIES
ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
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ALTA VISTA GALLERY(828) 963-5247 2839 Broadstone Rd Valle Crucis wwwaltavistagallerycom
ART WALK(828) 264-9998 611 W King St Boone wwwartwalkboonecom
CARLTON GALLERY AT CREEKSIDE (828) 963-4288 140 Aldridge Rd Hwy 105 Foscoe wwwcarltonartgallerycom
CROSSNORE WEAVERS amp GALLERY- A WORKING MUSEUM(800) 354-4660 Crossnore crossnoreweaversskybestorg wwwcrossnoreweaversorgArts and Crafts Also Located on the Premises is the Blair Fraley Sales Store
HANDS GALLERY(828) 262-1970 543 W King St Downtown Boone wwwhandsgalleryorgCooperative gallery of 18 all-local members started in 1975 Crafts include jewelry baskets pottery woodworking pillows etc
THE JONES HOUSE(828) 262-4576 604 W King St Downtown BooneArt gallery and community center Summer concerts on the lawn Free admission during regular gallery hours
MITERS TOUCH INC(828) 963-4445 6858 Hwy 105-S Boone wwwmiterstouchinccom
J D MOSER STUDIOS(828) 266-1581 226 Buckeye Estates Boone wwwJDMoserstudioscom
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS (828) 262-3017 423 W King Street Boone wwwtcvaorg
SHOPS STORES amp MALLS
1ST TRACKS SKI SHOP(800) 728-8788 1380 Hwy 105-S Boone
ANTIQUES ON HOWARD(828) 262-1957 199 Howard St Boone antiquesonhowardbellsouthnet6000 sq ft of Antiques Collectibles furniture vintage clothing coins silver jewelry Roseville glass lighting and much more
ART MART(828) 264-3135681 W King Street Boonewwwartmartacademycom
ART OF OIL(828) 355-9313 819 W King St Boone wwwtheartofoilcomArt of oil is an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting gallery and shop in downtown Boone
BAREFOOT CAMPUS OUTFITTER(828) 832-3840494 W King Street Boonewwwbarefootcampusoutfittercom
BOONE BIKE AND TOURING(828) 262-5750774 East King St Boone wwwboonebikecomSales service and rentals of road and mountain bikes
BOONE MALL (828) 264-7286The Boone Mall offers indoor mall shopping at a variety of stores including Belk JC Penneys TJ Maxx Black Bear Books ATampT Store Old Navy and more
CHEAP JOErsquoS ART STUFF(800) 227-2788 374 Industrial Park Dr Boone wwwcheapjoescom
CORNBREAD TACTICAL(828) 386-1406969 Rivers Street Boonewwwcornbreadtacticalcom
DEWOOLFSON STORES(800) 833-3696 bull Banner Elk wwwdewoolfsonlinenscomSilk amp Down Products together with Luxury Bed amp Bath Linens Imported from around the World
DOE RIDGE POTTERY(828) 264-1127 585 W King St Suite D BooneSpecializing in functional stoneware Doe Ridge Pottery has been owned and operated by Bob Meier for over 25 years
FARMERS SKI SHOP(828) 264-4565 bull Downtown BoonePremier ski shop since 1969
FOOTSLOGGERS(828) 262-5111 wwwfootsloggerscomHiking equipment maps sportswear and footwear Outdoor outlets and paddle shop established 1971
FREDrsquoS GENERAL MERCANTILE(828) 387-4838 501 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mtn
THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY(828) 898-8645 2120 Tynecastle Hwy Banner ElkThe High Countryrsquos greatest shopping attraction Emporium shops art gallery events design seminars entertainment
GREEN MOTHER GOODS(828) 262-3525 196 Boone Heights Dr Boone wwwgreenmothergoodscomA ldquogreenrdquo general store with eco-friendly items local and regional art non-toxic toys and handmade crafts
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
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ENTS
MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
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HIGH COUNTRY SOUVENIRS(828) 964-3869707 W King Street Boone
HIGHWAY ROBBERY(828) 264-7604 607 W King St Boone
INCREDIBLE TOY COMPANY(828) 264-1422 3411 Highway 321 S
LILILU ON KING(828) 264-4120549 W King St Boonewwwlililuonkingcom
LUCKY PENNY(828) 264-0302 693 West King St Boonewwwluckypennyboonecom
MAGIC CYCLES(828) 265-2211 140 South Depot St Boone wwwmagiccyclescomSales servicing and rentals of road cycles and mountain bikes
MAST GENERAL STORE - ORIGINAL STORE - VALLE CRUCIS(828) 963-6511A destination since 1883 the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis supplies its neighbors and visitors with all they need for life
MAST GENERAL STORE - BOONE MERCANTILE(828) 262-0000 wwwmastgeneralstorecomAn authentic country store dating back to 1883 The Mast Store is designated a National Historic Landmark The Old Boone Mercantile is located on King St in downtown Boone Everything from traditional fashions hiking apparel and boots to cast iron cookware and 500 candy favorites
MOrsquoS BOOTS(828) 865-2668 617 W King Street Boone Family owned and operated since 2005 Morsquos offers a wide variety of boots outdoor gear and everyday apparel
MOSES CONE ESTATE amp CRAFT CENTER(828) 295-7938Located at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 294 the Moses Cone Estate is the site of the historic Cone Manor which houses the Craft Center The estate has 25 miles of horse and carriage trails which are excellent for cross-country skiing in winter amp hiking year-round No admission charge
OLD WORLD GALLERIES(828) 264-6559697 W King Street Boonewwwoldworldgalleriescom
RECESS RIDE SHOP(828) 355-9013 1158 Highway 105 Boone wwwrecessrideshopcom
REGEAR(828) 386-6100 bull967 Rivers St Boone wwwregearnccom
RIVERCROSS MADE IN USA(828) 963-8623 3595 Highway 194 SValle Crucis NC wwwrivercrossmadeinusacomRivercross located right beside the Original Mast General Store in historic Valle Crucis is filled with a collection of goods handmade in America many by local artists Family Friendly
SHOPPES AT FARMERS HARDWARE amp SUPPLY CO(828) 264-8801661 W King St BooneOver 100 Unique Shops now featured in this 80 year old downtown landmark
SHANNONrsquoS CURTAIN BED AND BATH (828) 264-8321 1950 Blowing Rock Rd Boone
SHOPS AT SHADOWLINE (828) 297-2131
TANGER SHOPPES ON THE PARKWAY(828) 295-4444 bull (800) 720-6728 wwwtangeroutletcomJust north of the village of Blowing Rock on Hwy 321 Featuring 33 name brand outlets Strollers and wheelchairs are available Senior discounts Open year round
TODD GENERAL STORE(336) 877-1067Historic general store established in 1914 Located off Hwy 194 on Todd Railroad Grade Road
VALLE CRUCIS MERCANTILE(828) 963-2525 2107 Broadstone Road Banner Elk NC 28604 wwwsquareupcommarketvalle-crucis-mercantile
WATSONNATTA WESTERN WORLD(828) 264-4540711 W King St Boonewwwboonebootscom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
44
ANNUAL EVENTS
45
AN
NU
AL EV
ENTS
MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
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JANUARYSKI AND SNOWBOARD RACES - Boone areaCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Throughout the monthBLOWING ROCK WINTERFESTBEECH MOUNTAIN BEER FEST
FEBRUARYVALENTINErsquoS DAY MOONLIGHT ICE-SKATING
MARCHMARCH MADNESS - Low low rates on lift ticketsBANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ndash ASUMELTDOWN GAMES AT APPALACHIAN SKI MOUNTAIN
APRILTROUT DERBY - Blowing RockSAVOR BLOWING ROCKMERLEFEST - WilkesboroTWEETSIE RAILROAD OPENSBOONE BIRDING FESTIVAL
MAYNATURALIST WEEKEND - Grandfather MountainART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock Once a month May-OctWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET OPENS - Saturday mornings until noonBANNER ELK HERB FESTIVALMOUNTAINHOME MUSIC - Saturday eveningsHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrations
JUNEHICKORY RIDGE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM - Saturday morning demonstrationsNATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Grandfather Always the first weekendDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthPARKWAY CRAFT CENTERCraft demonstrationsTHE CUB ndash 7-mile raceTHOMAS THETANK ENGINE AT TWEETSIEART IN THE PARK - Blowing RockANIMAL BIRTHDAY PARTY - Grandfather Mountain HabitatsRHODODENDRON RAMBLE - Grandfather MountainldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysBLOOD SWEAT AND GEARS - Century bicycle rideSINGING ON THE MOUNTAIN ndash Gospel - Linville
JULYBOONE CYCLOVIA - Human-powered fun on downtown streetsDOWNTOWN BOONE ART CRAWL - First Friday of the monthCHRISTMAS IN JULY - First Saturday in July West JeffersonFOURTH OF JULY PARADES AND FIREWORKS - Boone and Blowing RockINDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumGRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES - Annual Scottish festival
44
ANNUAL EVENTS
45
AN
NU
AL EV
ENTS
MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
47
PLA
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STAY
TDA
Adm
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trat
ive
Off
ice
815
W K
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St
Suite
10
Boo
ne N
C 28
607
45
AN
NU
AL EV
ENTS
MUSICFEST lsquoN SUGAR GROVE - Bluegrass festival on the grounds of the Doc Watson MuseumldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-August except MondaysAPPALACHIANSUMMER FESTIVAL - The annual festival of music theatre dance amp the visual arts on July nightsBLOWING ROCKCHARITY HORSE SHOWWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
AUGUSTldquoHORN IN THE WESTrdquoOUTDOOR DRAMA - Late June through mid-AugustCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every FridayART IN THE PARK - Blowing Rock TRIPLE CROWN HALF MARATHONWATAUGA COUNTYFARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
SEPTEMBERPERFORMING ARTSSERIES ndash ASU - Through springAPP STATE FOOTBALL - Through NovemberMOUNTAINEER MUD RUN - Boone FairgroundsCONCERTS ON THE LAWN - Jones House downtown Boone Every Friday
FARM HERITAGE DAY - Cove CreekHIGH COUNTRY BEER FEST - BooneTWEETSIE RAILROAD RAILFAN WEEKEND
WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
OCTOBERTWEETSIE RAILROAD GHOST TRAIN FESTIVALBRUSHY MOUNTAIN APPLE FESTIVAL - N WilkesboroBOONE HERITAGE FESTIVAL - Hickory Ridge Living History MuseumVALLE COUNTRY FAIR - Valle CrucisWOOLLY WORM FESTIVAL - Banner Elk
THE KNOB - Two miles of pure hillWATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET - Saturday mornings through October
NOVEMBERCHOOSE AND CUT FESTIVAL - Countywide mid-Nov through Dec 24th CHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Thanksgiving Weekend through JanTURKEY TROT - Boone Greenway Thanksgiving morning
BLOWING ROCK CHRISTMAS PARADE amp LIGHTING OF THE TOWN
DECEMBERCHETOLArsquoS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSBOONE CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown BooneAN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Boone SUGARFEST - Ski and snowboard demos and swag live music foodNEW YEARrsquoS EVE FIREWORKS - At area ski resorts
45
46
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PFU
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FOR
MA
TIO
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BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
47
PLA
CES TO
STAY
TDA
Adm
inis
trat
ive
Off
ice
815
W K
ing
St
Suite
10
Boo
ne N
C 28
607
46
HEL
PFU
L IN
FOR
MA
TIO
N
BOONE FORK TRAIL FALLS (HEBRON ROCKS)This 25 foot fall is located at the Julian Price Park Picnic area at milepost 295 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock The Boone Fork Trail is a 5 mile loop but if you start at the picnic area going North the fall is about 15 miles
CRAB ORCHARD FALLSA short but steep hike from the Valle Crucis Conference Center parking lot on Hwy 194 N in Banner Elk
CASCADES30 to 40 feet in height located at the EB Jeffries Park at milepost 272 on the Blue Ridge Parkway The trail is one mile roundtrip To get to the bottom of the falls there are a few steps to climb
ELK RIVER FALLSItrsquos an 85 foot waterfall near the town of Elk Park Travel down 19E towards Tennessee turn right on Old Mill Road then left on Elk River Road Travel several miles and the road dead-ends into the falls Swim at your own risk
GLEN BURNEY FALLSIt is in the Town of Blowing Rock just two blocks from Main Street Laurel Lane parking area sits across from Broyhill Park The trail descends steeply through Johnrsquos River Gorge and is not recommended for beginners Plan for an hour hike and the trip back will take considerably longer Strenuous hike
LINVILLE FALLSA series of two falls upper is 12 feet and lower is 90 feet and plunges into the 2000 foot deep Linville gorge The parking area is located at milepost 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway There are numerous hiking trails to choose from and the trailhead is located at the Visitors Center
Helpful Phone Numbers WebsitesAppalachian State
University(828) 262-2000 AppStateedu
ASU Athletics (828) 262-2079 GoASUcom
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 264-2225 BooneChambercom
Boone Town Hall (828) 262-4530 TownofBoonenet
Boone Weather and Road Conditions
BooneWeathercom WataugaRoadscom
High Country Host Visitorrsquos Center
(828) 264-1299 HighCountryHostcom
Watauga County Administration
(828) 265-8000 WataugaCountyorg
Watauga Co Economic Development
(828) 264-3082 WataugaEDCorg
Watauga Co Library (828) 264-8784WataugaCountyLibrarycom
BOONE AREA WATERFALL HIKES
47
PLA
CES TO
STAY
TDA
Adm
inis
trat
ive
Off
ice
815
W K
ing
St
Suite
10
Boo
ne N
C 28
607