In and Around Blowing Rock
Food scene
Can't miss this great little spot for good local food, and the best spicy margarita! Family friendly spot with indoor and outdoor seating. Reservations recommended on weekends.
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Blowing Rock Cigar Company and Club
1179 Main StCan't miss this great little spot for good local food, and the best spicy margarita! Family friendly spot with indoor and outdoor seating. Reservations recommended on weekends.
A local favorite and amazing food experience. Reservations required, this is a must for foodies!
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Gamekeeper Restaurant
3005 Shulls Mill RdA local favorite and amazing food experience. Reservations required, this is a must for foodies!
Consistently good BBQ, fast service and great atmosphere.
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The Pedalin' Pig
4235 NC-105Consistently good BBQ, fast service and great atmosphere.
Enjoy homestyle southern dining with a modern twist at Proper. Located conveniently in downtown Boone, this classy and quaint establishment offers a seasonally inspired menu rooted in southern tradition.
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Proper
142 Water StEnjoy homestyle southern dining with a modern twist at Proper. Located conveniently in downtown Boone, this classy and quaint establishment offers a seasonally inspired menu rooted in southern tradition.
The Peddler has long been recognized as “The Steak Place.” Our beef is specially selected heavy western beef. Precise aging adds the proper tenderness and texture. Only natural seasonings are used. All of the Peddler`s steaks are cooked over a glowing Tennessee hickory charcoal. Great Beef, all natural seasonings, exact aging, and real charcoal smoke is why The Peddler is “The Steak Place.”
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Peddler Steak House
1972 Blowing Rock RdThe Peddler has long been recognized as “The Steak Place.” Our beef is specially selected heavy western beef. Precise aging adds the proper tenderness and texture. Only natural seasonings are used. All of the Peddler`s steaks are cooked over a glowing Tennessee hickory charcoal. Great Beef, all natural seasonings, exact aging, and real charcoal smoke is why The Peddler is “The Steak Place.”
Opened in August 2014, Lost Province Brewing Co. is a destination microbrewery and gastropub located in historic downtown Boone, NC. We brew authentic and innovative craft beer and serve savory wood-fired fare. As a small, family owned and operated business, we are committed to our community, environment, and employees and strive above all to provide an experience of gracious hospitality for all of our guests.
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Lost Province Brewing Co.
130 N Depot StOpened in August 2014, Lost Province Brewing Co. is a destination microbrewery and gastropub located in historic downtown Boone, NC. We brew authentic and innovative craft beer and serve savory wood-fired fare. As a small, family owned and operated business, we are committed to our community, environment, and employees and strive above all to provide an experience of gracious hospitality for all of our guests.
Dan'l Boone Inn serves homestyle southern cooking in a distinguished setting. This restaurant offers an endless set seasonal spread that is sure to please the whole family.
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Dan'l Boone Inn
130 Hardin StDan'l Boone Inn serves homestyle southern cooking in a distinguished setting. This restaurant offers an endless set seasonal spread that is sure to please the whole family.
Located in the picturesque village of Valle Crucis, North Carolina, Over Yonder tells the story of historic Appalachian cuisine from Chef Andy Long. Over Yonder opened in June of 2014 in the former homestead of the Taylor Family, one of the founding families of Valle Crucis. Our mission is to interpret classic Appalachian food in a modern yet casual way, and we do this by sourcing the best product we can and then doing our best not to screw it up. Everything is scratch-prepared, or as we like to call it, "done the hard and stupid way", and we believe if you give it a try you will taste the difference.
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Over Yonder Restaurant and Fresh Market
3608 NC-194Located in the picturesque village of Valle Crucis, North Carolina, Over Yonder tells the story of historic Appalachian cuisine from Chef Andy Long. Over Yonder opened in June of 2014 in the former homestead of the Taylor Family, one of the founding families of Valle Crucis. Our mission is to interpret classic Appalachian food in a modern yet casual way, and we do this by sourcing the best product we can and then doing our best not to screw it up. Everything is scratch-prepared, or as we like to call it, "done the hard and stupid way", and we believe if you give it a try you will taste the difference.
Cozy, sophisticated venue presenting seafood, steak & pasta with Mediterranean French flavors.
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Café Violette
1132 Main StCozy, sophisticated venue presenting seafood, steak & pasta with Mediterranean French flavors.
Haute American fare from land & sea served in a log cabin on the grounds of a boutique mountain inn.
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The Best Cellar
203 Sunset DrHaute American fare from land & sea served in a log cabin on the grounds of a boutique mountain inn.
The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle Shop
922 Main StNeighborhoods
Don't miss a stroll through the downtown shops of Blowing Rock from cute little curiosity shops, to antiques and more.
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Blowing Rock
Don't miss a stroll through the downtown shops of Blowing Rock from cute little curiosity shops, to antiques and more.
Sightseeing
Iconic, can't miss. Short trip, you can do this in a few hours and still squeeze in another hike!
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The Blowing Rock
432 The Rock RdIconic, can't miss. Short trip, you can do this in a few hours and still squeeze in another hike!
Beautiful hiking in this park just minutes from the cabin. Hikes for all skill levels. Dog friendly.
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Julian Price Memorial Park
297 Blue Ridge PkwyBeautiful hiking in this park just minutes from the cabin. Hikes for all skill levels. Dog friendly.
Come for the attractions, axe throwing, bull riding, and the mysterious room! Stay for old time photos and souveniers.
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Mystery Hill
129 Mystery Hill LnCome for the attractions, axe throwing, bull riding, and the mysterious room! Stay for old time photos and souveniers.
A new addition to the area and a great treat for kids and adults! Book online to save your spot, this books quickly.
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Wilderness Run Alpine Coaster
3265 Tynecastle HwyA new addition to the area and a great treat for kids and adults! Book online to save your spot, this books quickly.
Moses H. Cone Memorial Park, near Blowing Rock, North Carolina on the Blue Ridge Parkway, preserves the country estate of Moses Cone, a prosperous textile entrepreneur, conservationist, and philanthropist of the Gilded Age. Its centerpiece is Flat Top Manor, a gleaming white 20-room, 13,000 square foot mansion built in 1901 in the grand Colonial Revival style.
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Moses Cone Manor
Moses H. Cone Memorial Park, near Blowing Rock, North Carolina on the Blue Ridge Parkway, preserves the country estate of Moses Cone, a prosperous textile entrepreneur, conservationist, and philanthropist of the Gilded Age. Its centerpiece is Flat Top Manor, a gleaming white 20-room, 13,000 square foot mansion built in 1901 in the grand Colonial Revival style.
Shopping
Head to the iconic Mast General Store for local goods, penny candy and a great selection of outdoor gear for all your mountaineering!
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Mast General Store Boone
630 W King StHead to the iconic Mast General Store for local goods, penny candy and a great selection of outdoor gear for all your mountaineering!
Rainy day? Enjoy a little shopping at Tanger Outlets.
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Tanger Outlets Blowing Rock
278 Shoppes on the Parkway RdRainy day? Enjoy a little shopping at Tanger Outlets.
Located in Valle Crucis, the Jerky Outpost offers an extensive collection of beef jerky featuring numerous brands, as well as jerky made by the owners. Find your favorite jerkies and other related products here.
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Jerky Outpost
2107 Broadstone RdLocated in Valle Crucis, the Jerky Outpost offers an extensive collection of beef jerky featuring numerous brands, as well as jerky made by the owners. Find your favorite jerkies and other related products here.
In a community that values family traditions, Hanna's Oriental Rugs and Gifts stands out. Opened in 1919, the store is now operated by Thamena Hanna. But over 97 years, four generations have helped run the shop. Hanna's is a long-standing destination for locals and visitors, specializing in rare antiques as well as new hand-knotted oriental rugs, including Oushak and Heriz. At Hanna's, shoppers will find a unique collection of old and new porcelains such as antique Rose Medallion and Imari. The store is also the authorized dealer of the beautiful Lladró and Hummel figurines, along with needlepoint tapestries and fine linens. This cornerstone Blowing Rock business has earned its reputation as one of the most knowledgeable and passionate merchants in the region, confirmed by nearly a century of loyal service to their customers.
Hanna's Oriental Rugs & Gifts
In a community that values family traditions, Hanna's Oriental Rugs and Gifts stands out. Opened in 1919, the store is now operated by Thamena Hanna. But over 97 years, four generations have helped run the shop. Hanna's is a long-standing destination for locals and visitors, specializing in rare antiques as well as new hand-knotted oriental rugs, including Oushak and Heriz. At Hanna's, shoppers will find a unique collection of old and new porcelains such as antique Rose Medallion and Imari. The store is also the authorized dealer of the beautiful Lladró and Hummel figurines, along with needlepoint tapestries and fine linens. This cornerstone Blowing Rock business has earned its reputation as one of the most knowledgeable and passionate merchants in the region, confirmed by nearly a century of loyal service to their customers.
Kids
Welcome to the Kilwin's of Blowing Rock. With friendly service, the world's best Mackinac Island fudge, our Original Recipe ice cream, and loads of fresh candies and chocolate treats made right in the store, the Kilwin's of Blowing Rock is a “must-visit” stop on your next visit to the High Country.
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Kilwin's Chocolates
1103 Main StWelcome to the Kilwin's of Blowing Rock. With friendly service, the world's best Mackinac Island fudge, our Original Recipe ice cream, and loads of fresh candies and chocolate treats made right in the store, the Kilwin's of Blowing Rock is a “must-visit” stop on your next visit to the High Country.
Hawksnest offers ziplining in the warmer months and snow tubing in the colder months. With multiple ziplining tours and large snow tubing park, there is always something to do at Hawksnest, regardless of season. They boast multiple zip line tours and over 30 lanes for snow tubing. To check availability and make reservations, see their website.
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Hawksnest Snow Tubing neZipline
2058 Skyland DrHawksnest offers ziplining in the warmer months and snow tubing in the colder months. With multiple ziplining tours and large snow tubing park, there is always something to do at Hawksnest, regardless of season. They boast multiple zip line tours and over 30 lanes for snow tubing. To check availability and make reservations, see their website.
Mystery Hill is a family oriented amusement science center that offers fun for children ages 2 to 102. We welcome you to join us at any time of the year. People come to see the remarkable defiance of gravity, where you can see a ball roll uphill, and where folks are pulled from an upright position to an uncanny standing angle of nearly 45′. This strange phenomenon has been amusing and puzzling visitors to Mystery Hill for generations. Since there is a variety of things to see and do, no one leaves disappointed.
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Mystery Hill
129 Mystery Hill LnMystery Hill is a family oriented amusement science center that offers fun for children ages 2 to 102. We welcome you to join us at any time of the year. People come to see the remarkable defiance of gravity, where you can see a ball roll uphill, and where folks are pulled from an upright position to an uncanny standing angle of nearly 45′. This strange phenomenon has been amusing and puzzling visitors to Mystery Hill for generations. Since there is a variety of things to see and do, no one leaves disappointed.
High Country Lane offers family-friendly bowling near the heart of Boone. They serve food and beverages as well to keep the fun going for hours. Their lanes feature bumper and non-bumper sides so all ages and skill levels can enjoy.
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10 High Country Lanes
261 Boone Heights DrHigh Country Lane offers family-friendly bowling near the heart of Boone. They serve food and beverages as well to keep the fun going for hours. Their lanes feature bumper and non-bumper sides so all ages and skill levels can enjoy.
This is an extremely easy, scenic, 0.9-mile loop that is unpaved but suitable for wheelchairs and baby carriages (no bicycles or horses permitted). Cross country skiers will want to ski this soon after snow before walkers scatter footprints (or take the less traveled sidetrip through The Maze; see below). The Bass Lake loop is easiest from the lakeshore parking area below US 221-a handicapped ramp descends from there past new restrooms built by the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation. Fishing is allowed at the lake-read the sign on the trail by the restrooms. Also see our Parkway fishing guide for details.
Bass Lake Trail
This is an extremely easy, scenic, 0.9-mile loop that is unpaved but suitable for wheelchairs and baby carriages (no bicycles or horses permitted). Cross country skiers will want to ski this soon after snow before walkers scatter footprints (or take the less traveled sidetrip through The Maze; see below). The Bass Lake loop is easiest from the lakeshore parking area below US 221-a handicapped ramp descends from there past new restrooms built by the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation. Fishing is allowed at the lake-read the sign on the trail by the restrooms. Also see our Parkway fishing guide for details.
Tweetsie Railroad is a family-oriented heritage railroad and Wild West amusement park located between Boone and Blowing Rock, North Carolina, United States. The centerpiece of the park is a 3-mile ride on a train pulled by one of Tweetsie Railroad's two historic narrow-gauge steam locomotives.
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Tweetsie Railroad
300 Tweetsie Railroad LnTweetsie Railroad is a family-oriented heritage railroad and Wild West amusement park located between Boone and Blowing Rock, North Carolina, United States. The centerpiece of the park is a 3-mile ride on a train pulled by one of Tweetsie Railroad's two historic narrow-gauge steam locomotives.
Hiking
A majestic 4,200 acres at the foot of Grandfather Mountain, named in honor of Julian Price, comprises this popular park and lies directly adjacent to the Moses H. Cone Memorial Park. Together these parks make up the largest developed area set aside for public recreation on the Blue Ridge Parkway. The Park offers many activities, including hiking, fishing, canoeing, camping, guided walks, and evening campfire programs.
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Julian Price Memorial Park
297 Blue Ridge PkwyA majestic 4,200 acres at the foot of Grandfather Mountain, named in honor of Julian Price, comprises this popular park and lies directly adjacent to the Moses H. Cone Memorial Park. Together these parks make up the largest developed area set aside for public recreation on the Blue Ridge Parkway. The Park offers many activities, including hiking, fishing, canoeing, camping, guided walks, and evening campfire programs.
Mountain biking on Beech Mountain defies comparison. Trails meander through a beautifully stunted forest of twisted birch and beech trees above 5000 feet.
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Emerald Outback
328 N Pinnacle Ridge RdMountain biking on Beech Mountain defies comparison. Trails meander through a beautifully stunted forest of twisted birch and beech trees above 5000 feet.
Elk Knob State Park features one of the highest peaks in North Carolina's high country at 5,520 feet and one of the parks system's finest trails to the spectacular views from the summit. Other trails are being developed at this relatively new park. Despite its location in an area known for winter weather, the park attempts to stay open throughout the winter and is the only one in the system offering cross-country skiing (although skiers must provide their own equipment). At lower elevations, there are primitive, backcountry campsites for individuals and for groups. Elk Knob is an outstanding park for experiencing all seasons in the mountain environment.
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Elk Knob State Park
5564 Meat Camp RdElk Knob State Park features one of the highest peaks in North Carolina's high country at 5,520 feet and one of the parks system's finest trails to the spectacular views from the summit. Other trails are being developed at this relatively new park. Despite its location in an area known for winter weather, the park attempts to stay open throughout the winter and is the only one in the system offering cross-country skiing (although skiers must provide their own equipment). At lower elevations, there are primitive, backcountry campsites for individuals and for groups. Elk Knob is an outstanding park for experiencing all seasons in the mountain environment.
Moses H. Cone Memorial Park, near Blowing Rock, North Carolina on the Blue Ridge Parkway, preserves the country estate of Moses Cone, a prosperous textile entrepreneur, conservationist, and philanthropist of the Gilded Age. Its centerpiece is Flat Top Manor, a gleaming white 20-room, 13,000 square foot mansion built in 1901 in the grand Colonial Revival style.
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Moses Cone Manor
Moses H. Cone Memorial Park, near Blowing Rock, North Carolina on the Blue Ridge Parkway, preserves the country estate of Moses Cone, a prosperous textile entrepreneur, conservationist, and philanthropist of the Gilded Age. Its centerpiece is Flat Top Manor, a gleaming white 20-room, 13,000 square foot mansion built in 1901 in the grand Colonial Revival style.
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Cell service
Cell service is spotty in the mountains. If your car has GPS, opt for that over Google or Apple Maps.
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Winter weather
If traveling in the winter, AWD or 4WD will be helpful on some roads. Mountain roads are fun to drive but can be dangerous in inclement weather.
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Winter, spring summer or fall
Pack all the things to keep you warm in the cold season, layers as needed and don't forget water shoes! So many beautiful hiking spots to jump into the water off trail!