High Country
The highest elevation in the North Carolina Mountains located northeast of the Great Smoky Mountains and Asheville & Foothills area, the High Country area is best known for Grandfather Mountain, Tweetsie Railroad, Skiing, and Snowboarding
Cities and Towns in High Country NC
Travel & Leisure In High Country NC
Best attractions, hotels, and romantic getaways
Our Top 3 Picks
- Go To Grandfather Mountain
- Explore Blowing Rock
- Explore Linville Gorge
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- Gideon Ridge Inn
- Lovill House Inn
- Banner Elk Inn B&B
Outdoor Activities In High Country NC
Top hiking, skiing & snowboarding, and adrenaline activities
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- Sugar Mountain Resort
- Beech Mountain Resort
- Appalachian Ski Mountain
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- Hawksnest Snow Tubing and Zipline
- High Gravity Adventures
- Sky Valley Zip Tours
Restaurants & Dining In High Country NC
Best dinner, lunch, brunch, and breakfast spots
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- Sunrise Grill
- Melanie's Food Fantasy
- The Table at Crestwood
Drinks & Bars In High Country NC
Best beer, wine, and cocktail bars
Our Top 3 Picks
- Grandfather Vineyard & Winery
- Linville Falls Winery
- Banner Elk Winery & Villa
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- The Cardinal
- The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle Shop
- Ransom
Culture & Entertainment In High Country NC
Top museums, venues, festivals, and events
Our Top 3 Picks
- Turchin Center for the Visual Arts
- Blowing Rock Art and History Museum
- Alta Vista Gallery
Our Top 3 Picks
- Woolly Worm
- Festival Highland Games at Grandfather Mountain
- Autumn at Oz Festival
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