Banner Elk offers fall leaf-viewing from late Sept. to early Nov. Peak color is often the 2nd half of October, with nearby elevations peaking earlier and later.
Fall for Banner Elk this Autumn
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Banner Elk’s World Famous Woolly Worm Festival
The third weekend of October, Banner Elk becomes the woolly worm racing capital. Folks travel from all over to the world-famous Woolly Worm Festival.
Romantic Mountain Getaway in NC
Embrace your Romance Era in NC’s Blue Ridge Mtns. The resort town of Banner Elk offers small-town charm and upscale experiences.
10 Top Family Attractions in NC Mountains
North Carolina’s mountains are full of iconic attractions. Here’s a list of NC’s top family activities centrally located to the town of Banner Elk.
Banner Elk Weather Cam – Live
Check out Banner Elk’s weather cam in this popular Blue Ridge Mountain resort town. The camera is a few hundred feet above town with Grandfather Mtn in …
Four Best Places for Snow Tubing in NC Mountains
The Banner Elk area offers four great places for snow tubing in North Carolina. The largest, fastest, newest & best tubing parks are minutes away.
Winter is Better Here
Winter is an especially magical time of year in the NC mountains, and Banner Elk is an ideal destination with winter sports, cozy lodging, great food and …
The High Country’s Top Culinary Destination
Banner Elk is the culinary hot spot of the NC High Country. Satisfy your cravings with a thriving array of dining options usually found in larger cities.
What Are The Best Ski Towns in America?
These 10 towns have been named the best ski towns in North America. See which ones made the list, and find out if any NC towns are in the Top 10 …