Eastern America's Premier Outdoor Adventure & Relaxation Destination

 

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, Watauga County and the greater Boone NC area offers not only a picturesque place to escape and relax, but also an unending array of exciting outdoor adventures and attractions for the whole family. Positioned conveniently along the Blue Ridge Parkway, Watauga County is home to the towns of Boone, Blowing Rock, Foscoe, Beech Mtn, Seven Devils, Valle Crucis and many other local communities each with their own unique charm and character.

 

 

 

Consistently voted one of America's top destinations for outdoor adventures the Boone NC area offers places to play during all 4 seasons.  Conquer whitewat er rapids or meander down the New River in a canoe;  climb legendary mountain peaks or hike miles of trails and watch a magical sunset; glide down snow-covered slopes or catch some air snowboarding a terrain park. Go fly fishing and catch a huge trout or relax and ease down the river in an inner tube. Want more excitment? Hit the pavement cycling on roads that have been called the best in America for cycling which, naturally, makes the area a haven for mountain biking trails as well.

 

 

 

For those seeking a slower pace there are numerous festivals, tempting restaurants, and places to shop including unique antique shops, outlets, general stores and an array of coffee shops and bookstores to help relax your time away... 

 

When the activities are over for the day, Watauga County and the Boone NC area boasts cozy and inviting Cabins & Chalets, picturesque Bed & Breakfasts, and luxurious Resorts and Spas that provide a restful haven for even the most discriminate traveler. For those seeking a more traditional visit to the mountains we have many Campgrounds including those with RV capabilities.  If hotels and motels are your pleasure there are plenty to choose from in the Towns of Boone and Blowing Rock.

 

 

 

Known for producing the nation's best Christmas Trees, Watauga County has rekindled an age-old tradition of the Choose-n-Cut Christmas Tree experience. Families from across the southeast plan annual vacations to the Boone NC area between Thanksgiving and Christmas to experience the North Carolina High Country during this special time of year.  Festivals and shops offer unique local products, concerts, tours, and theatrical performances fill the seasonal calendar, and a wide selection of Choose-n-Cut Christmas Tree farms are waiting to help your family find the perfect Christmas tree. Many farms even include hot apple cider and a hay ride too!

 

 

 

We are also home to Appalachian State University which delivers a multitude of benefits to the region including a full calendar of cultural and music events open to the community such as an Appalachian Summer Festival and dozens of NCAA Division 1 Men's and Women's athetic events featuring the 3-Time National Champion Appalachian State Football team.

 

Appalachian State University’s consistent overall quality is reflected by high rankings in national publications annually such as U.S. News & World Report’s 2008 America’s Best Colleges Guide.