The Best of the Blue Ridge Mountains | Blue Ridge Travel Guide

Where to Go in the Blue Ridge Mountains

Waynesville North Carolina

Downtown Waynesville has a quaint, urban charm...

Brevard, North Carolina

Downtown Brevard offers fine, relaxed accompan...

Lexington, Virginia

Surrounded by the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains, you can find few places on earth which offer the memorable scenery found in Lexington, Buena Vista and Rockbridge County.

Abingdon, Virginia

There are so many ways to describe Abingdon. H...

Bryson City, North Carolina

Discover what’s great about Bryson City, NC, a...

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Hookers Fly Shop

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Hookers Fly Shop offers guided fly fishing trips on the Tuckasegee River, the Oc...

Old Union Golf Course

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Old Union Golf Course is an 18-hole course that opened in 2009. Designed by Deni...

Apple Mountain Golf Resort & Club

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Apple Mountain Golf Resort and Club is an 18-hole public golf course that opened...

Links O'Tryon

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Links O'Tryon was designed by architect Tom Jackson, and plays to a par of 72 wi...

Great Smoky Mountain Railroad

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The Great Smoky Mountain Railroad provides visitors a way to explore the mountai...

Christmas in Blowing Rock

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Christmas in Blowing Rock is a small gift shop located in downtown Blowing Rock....

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Where to Sleep in the Blue Ridge Mountains more places to stay

Cherokee Forest Mountain Cabins

in Cabin Rentals

Cherokee Forest Mountain Cabins offers fully-furnished, deluxe log cabins with views of Lake Watauga and the surrounding mountains. Cabins have hot tubs, stone fireplaces, full kitchens, lofts, decks, outdoor grills, and a private campfire area.

Inn At Lost River Bed and Breakfast

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Inn At Lost River guest rooms and private cottages blend with the natural surroundings. Interiors feature original wood floors with accents that reflect the historical property.

Lonesome Pine Cabin Rentals

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Lonesome Pine Cabins are located near milepost 194 on the Blue Ridge Parkway with long range views. Amenities include Jacuzzi tubs, fireplaces, kitchenettes, TVs, stereos, and private bath.

Carter Lodge On The River

in Hotels & Motels

The Carter Lodge is located on the river in Chimney Rock, within walking distance to shopping and dining. The lodge has 16 rooms with balconies overlooking the river. Lake Lure is about a mile away. Fish, swim, tube, play volleyball, or…

Stone Creek Lodge

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Stone Creek Lodge has 26 rooms by the Guyandotte River, with a large parking lot for trucks and ATV trailers. Amenities include free cable TV and Wi-Fi. A restaurant is across the street, and the R. D. Bailey Lake marina is about a mile away.

Primland Resort

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Primland is a five-star resort on 12,000 acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains. It offers world-class golf, refined dining and outdoor activities in an environment of rare natural beauty.

5 Best Hiking Spots in Virginia

By Laura Hatch

Since much of the state consists of hills and mountains, it’s no surprise Virginia has plenty of top-notch hiking. We’ve narrowed it down to five great hiking spots. So grab your boots, maps, and water bottles and use these suggestions as your guide.

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