Pinehurst and Sandhills Area
Within the Piedmont region lie the fabled golf courses of the Pinehurst and Sandhills Area. This is where Donald Ross started and where you’ll find his legacy alive and well today. A short drive east, celebrate “Freedom’s Home” at visitor-friendly military events and attractions.
Travel & Leisure
Best attractions, hotels, and romantic getaways
Our Top 3 Picks
- Pinehurst Resort & Country Club
- Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve
- Sandhills Horticultural Gardens
Our Top 3 Picks
- Sandhills Horticultural Gardens
- Pinehurst Resort
- Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve
Our Top 3 Picks
- The Carolina Hotel
- The Manor Inn
- The Pinehurst Resort
Outdoor Activities in the Pinehurst & Sandhills Area
Top hiking, skiing & snowboarding, and adrenaline activities
Our Top 3 Picks
- Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve
- Raven Rock State Park
- Harris Lake County Park
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- Zip-lining at ZipQuest
- Busco Beach and ATV Park
- Whitewater Rafting on the Cape Fear River
Restaurants & Dining in the Pinehurst & Sandhills Area
Best dinner, lunch, brunch, and breakfast spots
Our Top 3 Picks
- Elliott’s on Linden
- Drum & Quill Public House
- Chef Warren’s Bistro
Drinks & Bars in the Pinehurst & Sandhills Area
Best beer, wine, and cocktail bars
Our Top 3 Picks
- The Wine Cellar & Tasting Room
- Curt’s Cucina
- Ashten’s Restaurant & Pub
Culture & Entertainment in the Pinehurst & Sandhills Area
Top museums, venues, festivals, and events
Our Top 3 Picks
- Sandhills Horticultural Gardens
- The Campbell House Galleries
- Given Memorial Library and Tufts Archives
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- Pinehurst Brewing Company
- Drum & Quill Public House
- The Sly Fox
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- Pinehurst Concours d’Elegance
- Southern Pines SpringFest
- Sunrise Theater Bluegrass Series
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