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What is it about these<br />
mountains that visitors<br />
find so captivating?<br />
Maybe it’s the majestic peaks of one of the oldest<br />
mountain ranges in the world. Or the allure of<br />
the magnificent Blue Ridge Parkway winding<br />
its way through our unique small towns. Join<br />
us and create your own memorable journey.<br />
the drive.<br />
This year we celebrate the Blue Ridge Parkway<br />
turning 75 years old. No visit to the North Carolina<br />
Mountains would be complete without including<br />
America’s Favorite Drive. There are 125 miles of<br />
the Blue Ridge Parkway located right here in the<br />
High Country. Don’t miss the Linn Cove Viaduct,<br />
the Parkway Craft Center, Linville Falls, Doughton<br />
Park and an abundance of scenic overlooks.<br />
the destinations.<br />
Your High Country Journey takes you to the towns<br />
and communities of Boone, Blowing Rock, Sugar<br />
Mountain, Beech Mountain, West Jefferson, Sparta,<br />
Wilkesboro and Watauga County.<br />
the fun.<br />
For a trip back to yesteryear, visit the original<br />
Mast General Store in Valle Crucis. Take a ride<br />
through the Old West on an historic steam engine<br />
at Tweetsie Railroad. Cross a Mile High Swinging<br />
Bridge and see wildlife in their natural habitats<br />
at Grandfather Mountain. Enjoy the wonder of<br />
looking inside a mountain at Linville Caverns.<br />
Savor a world class performance or tour a magnificent<br />
contemporary art exhibition at Appalachian<br />
State University.<br />
the comforts.<br />
From quaint bed and breakfasts to rustic cabin<br />
rentals, lodging choices in the High Country are<br />
plentiful. Take a break from your High Country<br />
Journey with a stay at The Broyhill Inn and Conference<br />
Center, LaQuinta Inn, Best Western Blue Ridge<br />
Plaza, Sleep Inn, Hampton Inn, Country Inn and<br />
Suites and Super 8, all in Boone. Chetola Resort<br />
and The Bob Timberlake Inn are located in the<br />
quaint mountain village of Blowing Rock.<br />
A MOUNTAIN JOURNEY<br />
LIKE NO OTHER...<br />
the blue ridge<br />
mountains<br />
of<br />
north carolina<br />
Plan your journey to North Carolina’s High Country<br />
www.MountainsofNC.com or call 800-438-7500
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