Outdoor Adventure

Grandfather Mountain is a popular tourist attraction located atop one of the highest peaks in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Each year, it attracts about 250...

The Emerald Outback Trail Park, located near the summit of Beech Mountain, is a multi-use trail system created by the Beech Mountain Parks and Recreatio...

Elk River Falls is one of the best waterfalls in the NC mountains, with a rush of water falling 50 feet over a rock cliff into an oval pool.

High Mountain Expeditions, which opened in 1986, helped pioneer whitewater rafting guide service in the North Carolina mountains. The focus is on provid...

Rocky Knob Mountain Bike Park challenges mountain bikers with miles of custom-built trails weaving through 185 acres of forestland near Boone.

A great hike just outside Banner Elk is the Profile Trail at Grandfather Mtn. State Park, a strenuous 7.6-mile round trip with 1,775 feet of elevation gain

A well-maintained and easy to navigate greenway walking and jogging trail located in the downtown of Banner Elk, North Carolina.

One of the best kept secrets in the High Country is Apple Hill Farm. Apple Hill is a working alpaca and llama farm offering tours year-round to visitors.

North Carolina's first alpine coaster provides a thrilling downhill adventure, reaching speeds up to 27 mph. The average ride takes about five minutes.

From early June to October, ski slopes become downhill mountain biking trails served by the chairlift at Beech Mtn Resort. Bike rentals & lessons available.

View the Blue Ridge Mountains via horseback at Banner Elk Stables. This Banner Elk attraction offers one-hour guided rides on rustic trails perched alon...

Foscoe Fishing Co. provides expert outfitting and fly fishing guide service for everybody from first-timers to experienced anglers. It is the only Orvis...

This downtown Banner Elk outfitter specializes in white-water rafting, kayaking, rock climbing and rappelling. The family-run business encourages gettin...

Choose from two- or four-seat UTVs for this exhilarating off-road Blue Ridge Mountain adventure about 15 miles from Banner Elk in Roan Mountain, TN.

Tate-Evans Park is a multi-activity park in Banner Elk. It includes a paved greenway, playgrounds, wading pools, a volleyball court and a picnic shelter.

Sky Valley is a treetop zip-line adventure. Located between Boone and Blowing Rock, the property covers more than 140 acres of old-grown forest. The cou...

Horseback rides with panoramic views are the specialty of Elk Mountain Riding Co. Pick from a variety of tours for both beginners and experienced riders.

Hawksnest has 4 miles of ziplines for riders. Cruise over trees, lakes & creeks taking in panoramic views of the Blue Ridge from high atop Seven Devils …

Wildcat Lake is a 13-acre public NC mountain lake with a sand beach and swimming area. It's open for swimming, kayaking, fishing & sunbathing.

Climb, swing and dangle in the treetops at Wilderness Run Adventure Course beside Wilderness Run Alpine Coaster.