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.
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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 …
Banner Elk Choose & Cut Christmas Tree Packages
Choose & cut packages include one or two night’s lodging, breakfast, 10% off dining, and a voucher for a 7-foot Christmas tree at Elk River Evergreens.
A Small Town Christmas Weekend in Banner Elk
Soak up holiday cheer with 3 days of traditional Christmas activities. Cookie decorating, ornament making, story time w/Santa, parade, train rides and more
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 …
Grandfather Mtn is Big Part of Winter Fun in Banner Elk
A great winter attraction is Grandfather Mountain, known for its Mile High Swinging Bridge, animal habitats, hiking trails & views.
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.
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 …








