by beechmtn | Mar 11, 2025
(4 miles roundtrip, moderate) A favorite for mountain biking, hiking and snowshoeing, this woodland trail begins near Buckeye Recreation Center and ascends along Grass Gap Creek and ends at Hawthorne Road. The gradual uphill trek climbs almost 900 in elevation in two...
by beechmtn | Jan 28, 2025
Take the scenic drive to Valle Crucis to explore the Original Mast General Store that opened in 1883! It still houses the Post Office and offers up a 5 cents cup of coffee. Traversing its creaking floorboards, you’ll find country gourmet foods, cast iron cookware,...
by awhitelock | Nov 20, 2025
Ski, snowboard, and clothing rentals with brands like North Face, Burton, Patagonia, K2, Rossignol, Spyder, Atomic, Salomon, Smith, and more. Alpine does not accept rental reservations at the Beech Mountain location. For reservations, you can reserve at the Banner Elk...
by beechmtn | Feb 12, 2025
Located inside a repurposed 40s-era school house rich in lore, the winery has a beautiful mountain backdrop in Tennessee. Sample a variety of wines for every palate, including award-winning white, red, fruit, and dessert options. Pair with homemade food on the outdoor...
by beechmtn | Jan 27, 2025
One of the great attractions in the South, Grandfather Mountain stands head and shoulders above the High Country as one of North Carolina’s top scenic attractions. It gets its unique name from pioneers who recognized that from certain vantage points, the cliffs...