Wild Iris Trail

Wild Iris Trail

(3.4 miles roundtrip, easy) This easy woodland trail has a gentle elevation change, following old roadbeds through lush forests. As the site of Beech Mountain’s annual Mud Run, there are several obstacles to try (or ignore) along the way. Due to the openness of this...
Blue Ridge Parkway

Blue Ridge Parkway

Known as America’s Favorite Drive, the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway winds through 469 miles of mountain meadows and seemingly endless vistas. There’s no better way to see the heart of the NC High Country, complete with overlooks, picnic spots, hiking trails and panoramic...
Mast General Store

Mast General Store

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,...
Bark Park

Bark Park

Bring your dogs to roam free, chase a squirrel, make friends and maybe even find love (think Lady and the Tramp). This beautiful “playground” features two play areas (large/small), a dog watering station, tables and benches, a picnic pavilion with great views, ample...
Fishing

Fishing

Buckeye Creek is a hatchery-supported stream (open first Saturday in April through last day of February). It has some nice pools and riffles as it flows out of Buckeye Lake and, further downstream, several good fishing areas below a waterfall. It is stocked annually...
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