North Carolina Mountains Trip Planner
Welcome to North Carolina Mountains!
Participate in the plethora of activities that are offered to visitors in the North Carolina Mountains. Activities, such as hiking, kayaking, mountain biking and downhill skiing can be enjoyed along the Blue Ridge Parkway, which is located near Asheville. The parkway spans across both North Carolina and Virginia. The city of Asheville not only features extraordinary scenic attractions but also architectural wonders. Pack Square in Asheville is the site of many restaurants, shops and other attractions. Biltmore Estate is the largest attraction in the in the region, featuring accommodations, restaurants, tours, activities and more. Banner Elk is one of the great ski locations in the North Carolina Mountains and is recognized for having two nearby ski resorts, the Hawknest Resort and Sugar Mountain Resort. Blowing Rock offers a number of attractions, among them Mystery Hill, which features illusions, puzzles and science.
Tourist Attractions

A large haze hangs above the mountains, which resulted in the naming of the park.
Location: Bryson City, North Carolina
Hotels & Motels

Overlooking the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the village of Bryson City, the Fryemont Inn is a historic property that offers accommodation in historic lodge rooms, fireplace suites and a log cabin.
Location: Bryson City, North Carolina
Tour Operators

The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad offers scenic, round-trip rail excursions from Bryson City, and range from three and a half hours to full-day adventures.
Location: Bryson City, North Carolina
Current & Upcoming Events [ View All ]
Looking for something to do in North Carolina Mountains? Check out these current and upcoming events. If you know of an event that is not listed in the travel guide, please feel free to add an event listing (it's free).
- French Broad River Clean-Up
May 19 » Headwaters Outfitters - North Carolina Gold Festival
Jun 01 to Jun 02 » Marion, NC - Annual Blue Ridge Barbeque Festival
Jun 08 to Jun 09 » Tryon - Annual Bluff Mountain Festival
Jun 09 » Hot Springs Resort & Spa - Cherokee Pow Wow
Jun 29 to Jul 01 » Cherokee, NC - Annual Singing in the Smokies
Jul 02 to Jul 06 » Bryson City, NC
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