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Our visitor guide includes information you can use to make the most of your vacation time in the High Country. Don’t miss out on all the places, the businesses and restaurants the area has to offer!
TAKE A DRIVE - HAVE A LOOK AROUND — On scenic roads, like the historic Blue Ridge Parkway, the views go on forever in the winter. See what’s hidden behind the summer leaves – you’ll see incredible rock formations, frozen waterfalls, wildlife, mountain homes and farms. When driving, be conscious of other drivers. If you notice a line of cars behind you, just pull over and let them pass. See page 50 for favorite Parkway Overlooks and page 48 for directions to three statedesignated Scenic By-Ways. EAT AT SOMEPLACE NEW — You’re on
vacation, after all. More than 200 local restaurants are just waiting for you to be their next guest. Try something new and check out one of the restaurants mentioned in this guide (page 30). The High Country is quite proud of its quality of restaurants; you’re guaranteed to find great food, one-of-a-kind atmosphere and friendly faces.
WINTER FORECAST UPDATES — Winter weather can change fast. www. BooneWeather.com is where locals keep up-to-date. For Parkway conditions, call 828-298-0348. Tune in and listen to local radio on channel 1450 AM.
www.HCPress.com Up-to-date information about the High Country is now available at your fingertips at a brand new website that is constantly updated twenty four seven. A great place to visit to see what’s happening now in these mountains. Chambers of Commerce
n BOONE: 264-2225 • 870 W. King Street, Suite A
Open Mon.-Fri. 8:30-4:30 • www.boonechamber.com
n BLOWING ROCK: 295-7851 • 132 Park Avenue
Open Mon.-Fri. 9-5 • www.blowingrockncchamber.com
n BANNER ELK: 898-8395 • 100 West Main St. Open Mon.-Sat. 9-4 • www.bannerelk.org
n BEECH MOUNTAIN: 387-9283 • 403-A Beech Mtn Pkwy. Open Mon.-Sat. 9-5 • www.beechmtnchamber.com
n AVERY-BANNER ELK: 898-5605 • 4501 Tynecastle Hwy. Suite 2 • Open Mon.-Sun. Various Hours www.averycounty.com
TAKE A HIKE — It’s what we do up here in the mountains. It’s a combination of the solitude and the adventure of twisting trails along an array of mountain landscapes. It’s never knowing what’s around the next bend. And winter hiking, with the leaves off the trees, reveals endless views and hidden treasures along the trails you don’t see in the summer. We’ve compiled some of our favorite hikes and trails for your benefit, starting on page 50.
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VISITOR’S GUIDE WINTER 2022
