by beechmtn | Feb 15, 2025
Surrounded by the Cherokee National Forest and flanked by the Appalachian Mountains, Watauga Lake is one of the most scenic in the Tennessee River watershed. It offers access to the Appalachian Trail and has 105 miles of shoreline with many options for outdoor...
by beechmtn | Jan 22, 2025
Beech Mountain’s 51 miles of bike road routes have a storied history. They were once the final stage of the Tour Du Pont, which was won twice by Lance Armstrong. Armstrong also made Beech Mountain one of his preferred training grounds prior to winning his first Tour...
by beechmtn | Mar 18, 2025
Located next to a real live fire station, lets your child’s creative mind run wild at this firefighter-theme park. Designed especially for smaller kids, they can pretend to fight fires on playground equipment that looks like a real fire engine. The park also has...
by beechmtn | Apr 8, 2025
(4.5 miles, moderate) This remote trail is great for snowshoeing, mountain biking, cross-country running and hiking. Since this trail is more isolated, you will be immersed in the forest with nothing but the sounds of birds and the trees. Trails follow roadbeds that...
by beechmtn | Jan 28, 2025
Many visitors to Beech Mountain drive through the small town of Banner Elk, located at the base of the mountain. Find a dozen restaurants, shops, winery, brewery, park and other services you may need during your visit. It’s home to Lees-McRae College, a...
