Mountain Home Getaway
City/town information
Blowing Rock is a village in western North Carolina on scenic Blue Ridge Parkway. It’s named after The Blowing Rock, a formation with sweeping views of peaks, forests and the Johns River Gorge. Blowing Rock Art & History Museum has regional artwork. The vast Moses H. Cone Memorial Park is a preserved country estate with a 1901 mansion. A trail from Annie Cannon Gardens leads to Glen Burney and Glen Marie waterfalls
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Blowing Rock
Blowing Rock is a village in western North Carolina on scenic Blue Ridge Parkway. It’s named after The Blowing Rock, a formation with sweeping views of peaks, forests and the Johns River Gorge. Blowing Rock Art & History Museum has regional artwork. The vast Moses H. Cone Memorial Park is a preserved country estate with a 1901 mansion. A trail from Annie Cannon Gardens leads to Glen Burney and Glen Marie waterfalls
Boone is a town in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains. In Daniel Boone Park, the Hickory Ridge Living History Museum re-creates 1700s homestead life. Also in the park, the long-running seasonal drama “Horn in the West” evokes the struggles of pioneers like Boone. The Blue Ridge Parkway winds past town, offering mountain views. Nearby, Grandfather Mountain features a high suspension footbridge and a nature museum
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Boone
Boone is a town in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains. In Daniel Boone Park, the Hickory Ridge Living History Museum re-creates 1700s homestead life. Also in the park, the long-running seasonal drama “Horn in the West” evokes the struggles of pioneers like Boone. The Blue Ridge Parkway winds past town, offering mountain views. Nearby, Grandfather Mountain features a high suspension footbridge and a nature museum
Sightseeing
Hours
6:00am to 9:00 pm GATES WILL BE LOCKED AT 9:00 P.M.
About the Park
Commonly referred to as the "Walking Park," T.H. Broyhill Walking Park covers 20 acres and features a paved walking loop, a lake, a nature sanctuary, and botanical gardens.
Amenities
Botanical gardens
Joe T. Ingram Nature Sanctuary
Observation Deck
Pavilion
Restrooms
Walking Path, .43 miles
T.H. Broyhill sétálópark
945 Lakewood Cir SWHours
6:00am to 9:00 pm GATES WILL BE LOCKED AT 9:00 P.M.
About the Park
Commonly referred to as the "Walking Park," T.H. Broyhill Walking Park covers 20 acres and features a paved walking loop, a lake, a nature sanctuary, and botanical gardens.
Amenities
Botanical gardens
Joe T. Ingram Nature Sanctuary
Observation Deck
Pavilion
Restrooms
Walking Path, .43 miles
Once the Wilson Creek Wild and Scenic River was designated, Caldwell County began work on the creation of a visitor/education center to promote the outstanding values of Wilson Creek. Led by the efforts of the Caldwell County commissioners, the county purchased 6.4 acres along Wilson Creek using grants from the N.C. Natural Heritage Trust and the N.C. Clean Water Management Trust in January 2001. Later that year, funds for the construction of the visitor center were received from the N.C. Department of Transportation Enhancement Funds. Construction of the visitor center began in May 2002. On October 14, 2002, the Wilson Creek Visitor Center officially opened its doors to the public.
The Wilson Creek Visitor Center gives information on the Wilson Creek area and has a photograph and artifact collection that tells the history of the area. Officially designated as a Wild and Scenic River, The Wilson Creek Visitor Center is your gateway to adventure on Wilson Creek and the surrounding area. There is no better place to Explore Caldwell then the Wilson Creek area, with hiking, fishing, waterfalls, and kayaking there is sure to be a fun option for any level of adventurer. A picturesque escape from the real world, stop on by the Wilson Creek Visitor Center to start planning your adventure or just sit on the porch and relax a spell.
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Wilson Creek
Once the Wilson Creek Wild and Scenic River was designated, Caldwell County began work on the creation of a visitor/education center to promote the outstanding values of Wilson Creek. Led by the efforts of the Caldwell County commissioners, the county purchased 6.4 acres along Wilson Creek using grants from the N.C. Natural Heritage Trust and the N.C. Clean Water Management Trust in January 2001. Later that year, funds for the construction of the visitor center were received from the N.C. Department of Transportation Enhancement Funds. Construction of the visitor center began in May 2002. On October 14, 2002, the Wilson Creek Visitor Center officially opened its doors to the public.
The Wilson Creek Visitor Center gives information on the Wilson Creek area and has a photograph and artifact collection that tells the history of the area. Officially designated as a Wild and Scenic River, The Wilson Creek Visitor Center is your gateway to adventure on Wilson Creek and the surrounding area. There is no better place to Explore Caldwell then the Wilson Creek area, with hiking, fishing, waterfalls, and kayaking there is sure to be a fun option for any level of adventurer. A picturesque escape from the real world, stop on by the Wilson Creek Visitor Center to start planning your adventure or just sit on the porch and relax a spell.
Perhaps the best known waterfall in the area is Looking Glass Falls. It's right next to the road along US276 north, kid friendly, and wheelchair accessible to the upper view. If you are in the area and only have time for 1 quickie waterfall, this would be the one to go to. It's about 60' high and swimming is allowed in the pool at the base. I'm not sure how deep it is, but I've seen kids swimming and wading. The water is always cold and it's swim at your own risk. In the summer months, this waterfall is always very crowded, so go early. Remember that wet rocks area very slippery!
Directions: From the intersection of NC 280 / US64 / US276 near Brevard, drive north on US276 for 5.6 miles and pull off in the paved lane on the right. If you are coming from the Blue Ridge Parkway, get off on the US276 exit and drive south for 9.2 miles. Looking Glass Falls will be on your left. You will have passed Sliding Rock and the parking for Moore Cove Falls
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Looking Glass-vízesés
U.S. 276Perhaps the best known waterfall in the area is Looking Glass Falls. It's right next to the road along US276 north, kid friendly, and wheelchair accessible to the upper view. If you are in the area and only have time for 1 quickie waterfall, this would be the one to go to. It's about 60' high and swimming is allowed in the pool at the base. I'm not sure how deep it is, but I've seen kids swimming and wading. The water is always cold and it's swim at your own risk. In the summer months, this waterfall is always very crowded, so go early. Remember that wet rocks area very slippery!
Directions: From the intersection of NC 280 / US64 / US276 near Brevard, drive north on US276 for 5.6 miles and pull off in the paved lane on the right. If you are coming from the Blue Ridge Parkway, get off on the US276 exit and drive south for 9.2 miles. Looking Glass Falls will be on your left. You will have passed Sliding Rock and the parking for Moore Cove Falls
Located in the Pisgah National Forest just north of Brevard, 7.6 miles from the junction of US Highways 64 and 276, is Sliding Rock, one place where you’re invited to “take the plunge” down a 60-foot slippery cascade into the 50-60 degree, 7-foot deep pool.
There are 2 observation platforms, and lifeguards on duty during the season. This is a heavily used recreation area which often fills to capacity. Persons parking on the side of the road, outside of the designated parking area, will be ticketed. It is suggested, too, that you wear old shorts and old sneakers if you choose to take the plunge. Entry is $4.00 per person for sliders and observers.
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Sliding Rock
Located in the Pisgah National Forest just north of Brevard, 7.6 miles from the junction of US Highways 64 and 276, is Sliding Rock, one place where you’re invited to “take the plunge” down a 60-foot slippery cascade into the 50-60 degree, 7-foot deep pool.
There are 2 observation platforms, and lifeguards on duty during the season. This is a heavily used recreation area which often fills to capacity. Persons parking on the side of the road, outside of the designated parking area, will be ticketed. It is suggested, too, that you wear old shorts and old sneakers if you choose to take the plunge. Entry is $4.00 per person for sliders and observers.
The Coves Mountain River Club
2002 Johns Ridge ParkwayOver 20 miles of hiking trails
Food scene
We made wine privately in our home for several years. In 2011 the first grape vines were planted and now we currently have 150 beautiful healthy vines growing. In 2012 we started building a new barn and winery so that we could begin to offer the public our passion, our wine. Our tasting room opened June 14, 2014, and has been a huge success! We just added on a new addition to the winery for more seating and to have special events. The outdoor seating area was also expanded to both porch seating and patio seating.
Along the way we have made some interesting wines and have worked hard to develop classic and diversely flavored wines. We have quickly become well known for our peach wine "Bodacious" which is a true southern style wine. Visit us and see what we mean by "Doing wine Southern Style".
Twisted Vine Winery
487 Legion RoadWe made wine privately in our home for several years. In 2011 the first grape vines were planted and now we currently have 150 beautiful healthy vines growing. In 2012 we started building a new barn and winery so that we could begin to offer the public our passion, our wine. Our tasting room opened June 14, 2014, and has been a huge success! We just added on a new addition to the winery for more seating and to have special events. The outdoor seating area was also expanded to both porch seating and patio seating.
Along the way we have made some interesting wines and have worked hard to develop classic and diversely flavored wines. We have quickly become well known for our peach wine "Bodacious" which is a true southern style wine. Visit us and see what we mean by "Doing wine Southern Style".
Craft brewery and taproom offering unique and traditional styles of beer. Family and dog friendly.
Liquid Roots Brewing Project
1048 Harper AveCraft brewery and taproom offering unique and traditional styles of beer. Family and dog friendly.