CAMPING

from Summer Times 2023

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The Little Campground

For a more primitive, quiet night under the stars, campers can make their way to the town of Elk Park. Right next to Banner Elk, this campground offers large campsites, full hookups, concrete patios, TV and wifi. This family-owned-andoperated campground is located at 3,500 feet of elevation and provides campers with a peaceful surrounding and welldeserved escape into the mountains. For more information call (828) 733-8412 or visit www.thelittlecampground.com.

Julian Price Campground

Located along the Blue Ridge Parkway at Milepost 297, this campsite is located right next to the pristine and sparkling Price Lake. This is a popular spot for boating, hiking, fishing and camping. With access to canoe rentals, grills, showers, picnic tables, an amphitheater and more, Julian Price is a great family- friendly destination. These non-electric campsites can be reserved in advance or there are a number that are on a first come first serve basis. For more information call (828) 963-5911.

Honey Bear Campground

Just three miles down the road from downtown Boone and Appalachian State University sits Honey Bear Campground. Honey Bear is a family friendly campground with both RV and tent camping available. With a full service coffee shop, fishing pond, swings, bathhouse, wifi and being centrally located, Honey Bear has everything campers need. The facility also offers outdoor activities for adults and kids alike. For more information visit www.honeybearcampground.com.

Boone Koa Holiday

At an altitude of nearly 4,000 feet this is the highest KOA east of the Mississippi. Boone KOA is located 15 minutes from downtown Boone. This campground is nestled atop a beautiful mountain with lush green scenery and offers tent sites, RV sites and cabins. Amenities include mini golf, a pool, arcade games and a farm animal mini zoo. For more information on this campsite call (828) 264-7250 or visit www.koa.com/campgrounds/boone/

Flintlock Campground

Family owned and operated since 1970, Flintlock features a newly remodeled bathhouse, wifi, electricity and water, laundry services, play area and more. A gentle stream surrounded by shaded trees flows through the heart of this campground making it a beautiful space to enjoy the North Carolina mountains. Flintlock is open from the end of March through November 12. For more information contact (828) 963-5325 or visit www.flintlockcampground.com.

Blue Bear Mountain Camp

Open year round, this campsite is located 8 miles north of downtown Boone in Todd, NC. Blue Bear has spacious, private, car accessible tent camping as well as RV camping. Nearby is Elk Knob

State Park for a moderate hike with 360 degree views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. For the more adventurous campers Rocky Knob Mountain Bike Park is only a 20-minute drive away. Call (828) 4064226 or visit www.bluebearmountain. com.

New River State Park Campground

Believed to be one of the oldest rivers in North America, the New River’s waters are slow and tranquil. Surrounded by rolling hills, countryside meadows and farmlands, the banks of the river are fertile and blanketed with wildflowers.

Located on the border of both Ashe and Alleghany counties, the New River State Park offers a variety of activities. Visitors can entertain themselves with canoeing, hiking, swimming, fishing, camping and more. Local outfitters in the area offer canoe and kayak rentals as well. The park has a variety of different campsites that can be reserved online. For more information call (336) 982-2587 or visit www. ncparks.gov/new-river-state-park.

Serves YouRight!

St. John’s Church ca. 1858 www.ValleCrucis.com

A haven for travelers since the 1800s, Valle Crucis, a National Rural Historic District, offers shops, beautiful bed and breakfast inns, delicious cuisine, wine tasting, rustic cabins, horseback riding, adventure and more.

Dutch Creek Trails

828-297-7117

Little Red School House ca. 1907

Original Mast General Store Est. 1883

828-963-6511

Rivercross Made in USA

828-963-8623

Over Yonder Restaurant & Bar

828-963-6301

Valle Crucis Conference Center Est. 1842

828-963-4453