Area Web Sites
| Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce | Beech Mountain, North Carolina is the highest incorporated town in the Eastern US, just a short drive from Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 305. Discover a mountain of things to see and do. |
| Blue Ridge Parkway | It really doesn't matter whether you are a first-time visitor or have been coming to the Parkway fro years, there is always something new to capture your attention. The hour of day, time of year, or varying weather conditions and locations can create entirely different scenes and moods. |
| Grandfather Mountain | Grandfather Mountain, highest peak in the Blue Ridge, is the only private park in the world designated by the UNESCO as an International Biosphere Reserve. Considered the most biologically diverse mountain in eastern North American, Grandfather welcomes visitors from across the globe to this unique example of the endangered high-elevation spruce-fir ecosystem. |
| Linville Caverns | Located at the base of Humpback Mountain in the beautiful Linville Valley lies a natural wonder, Linville Caverns. After remaining a mysterious secret for centuries, the caverns have been opened for safe and convenient public touring. |
| The Biltmore House | No house in America embodies the 1890s and 1900s more gloriously than Biltmore House. More than 60 rooms, faithfully preserved and filled with thousands of original furnishings, are open to guests, suggesting that the Vanderbilts are still at home. |
| Tweetsie Railroad | Visit North Carolina's first theme park, and take a trip back into the days of the Old West. Hop aboard the train for an unforgettable three-mile journey through the scenic mountains; but watch out for train robbers! |
| The Mast General Store | Nestled in a secluded mountain valley, you'll discover spectacular foliage, rustic countryside and a place Charles Kuralt calls, "... a destination." That place is the Mast General Store in the rural historic district of Valle Crucis. Since 1883, they've been outfitting the Appalachians with traditional mercantile goods, comfortable clothing, rugged footwear and quality outdoor gear for all mountain seasons. |
| Fred's General Store | Your vacation trip to the North Carolina High Country
begins and ends at Fred's. If you are of an age that you can remember
how each small town or village always had a general store that served
as the center of the community, you will especially enjoy our store
with its vast variety of goods, for just about any need you may have.
If you are younger and don't remember about general stores, you too
will enjoy visiting with us for the experience that a trip to Fred's
will bring to you. |