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Escaped from Spanish ships, North Carolinas wild horses have run free for nearly 500 years in Corolla and the Shackleford Banks.

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2013 North Carolina Travel Guide

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Welcome to North Carolina! This years North Carolina Travel Guide contains a wealth of information on the many unforgettable attractions that make our state a favorite year-round travel destination. Travelers today are looking for fulfilling destinations that provide distinctive experiences and lasting memories, and theres no better place for that than North Carolina. While youre here, celebrate iconic North Carolina experiences. Trace the footsteps of Blackbeard or observe the wild horses of the Outer Banks. Tune in to the states rich and varied music heritage. Drink in the scenery on the Blue Ridge Parkway and other beautiful drives or pursue a multitude of outdoor adventures. Cheer for racing legends or golf across a range of terrains. And dont forget to savor the celebrated fare of chefs, winemakers, craft brewers and distillers that has made North Carolina a top culinary destination. During your visit, youll find the perfect blend of relaxation and range of activities, making your vacation more meaningful and enriching and, above all, memorable. Discover the delights of our state as you discover more about yourself, your family and friends, and what really matters. As you travel our state, you will find hospitable North Carolinians who take delight in sharing our heritage and showing off our state. We encourage you to experience the best that we have to offer!

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dining

Seafood, wine, barbecue and craft beer are just a few of the tasty ways to savor a trip to North Carolina.
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outdoor playground

Whether you like to zipline, kiteboard, surf, kayak or windsurf, there are boundless opportunities to play to your hearts content across the state.
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film

Some of your favorite movies and television shows have been filmed in North Carolina, and you can follow in the footsteps of the stars!
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naturally wonderful

Wonders never cease when you have places to visit such as the Blue Ridge Parkway, Outer Banks, Looking Glass Falls and Jockeys Ridge.
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music

From bluegrass to shag, North Carolina has inspired a host of artists who bring their many talents to stages, amphitheaters and concert halls for your listening pleasure.
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city breaks

Pick a city, any city be it WinstonSalem, Wilmington, Charlotte or Asheville for exciting museums, local eateries, unique shops, lively nightclubs and a whole lot more.
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resorts & spas

Looking for a little R&R? Prepare to be pampered at the states varied list of soothing spas where you can unplug, decompress and rejuvenate.
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civil war

The five-year commemoration of the Civil War continues, and the Tar Heel State has all kinds of interesting places to discover history and heroism.

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This guidebook is divided into two sections. The first part is devoted to features about unique and distinct North Carolina experiences, ranging from dining and outdoor adventures to music and movies. The next section corresponds to the geographic regions shown on the map below Mountains, Piedmont and Coast. Within each region, youll fnd sections on attractions and accommodations arranged alphabetically by city. A City Index appears on page 166. If you are looking for a certain attraction but arent sure what city it is in, check the Attractions Index on page 162. For more detailed information on a particular area, a list of Local Information Sources can be found on page 159. State Information Sources are listed on page 161. We appreciate the many businesses that support this guide with advertising. An Advertisers Index can be found on page 168. All efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of the listings. However, we suggest that you call before traveling to obtain operation times, admission prices and other details.
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The covers of the North Carolina Travel Guide mark two major events in 2013. Ashevilles storied Grove Park Inn celebrates its 100th anniversary, and the ICFs World Freestyle Kayaking Championships will take place on the Nantahala River, near Bryson City, in early September.

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Seat belt use is mandatory for drivers and passengers in front and rear seats. Child safety seats are required for children up to age 8 and weighing less than 80 pounds. For information, visit www.buckleupnc.org. When passing an emergency or utility/maintenance vehicle with flashing lights on the highway shoulder, move over one lane if possible, or reduce speed. If you are in a minor, non-injury accident, move your vehicle to the shoulder of the road. Motorists are required to use headlights when using windshield wipers in inclement weather. Right turns on red are permitted after a complete stop, unless otherwise posted. Left turns on red are not permitted. Cell phone use by drivers younger than 18 is prohibited except in an emergency or when talking to a parent or spouse. It is illegal to read or send text messages or e-mails while driving. Motorcyclists must wear helmets and use headlights at all times. Driver and motorcyclist handbooks are available for viewing and downloading at www.ncdot.org/ dmv/driver_services.

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Information for travelers with disabilities is available free of charge in ACCESS North Carolina: A Vacation and Travel Guide for People with Disabilities. This publication provides information about hundreds of attractions parking, paths, entrance and restrooms, and rates how accessible each attraction is for different types of disabilities. Call 1-800-VISIT NC (847-4862) or e-mail access.nc@dhhs.nc.gov to request a free copy. You may view the information online at www.ncdhhs.gov/ dvrs/pdf/access-nc.pdf. The Americans with Disabilities Act establishes a variety of standards for a variety of properties. Visitors with disabilities and special needs are encouraged to contact the accommodations or attractions directly to find out their level of accessibility.

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State-sponsored local passenger trains offer service six times daily to Raleigh, Greensboro, Charlotte and six other cities, including Cary, Durham, Burlington, High Point, Salisbury and Kannapolis. Local trains run morning, midday and evening. Amtrak National Thru trains make limited stops in North Carolina and travel to both the northeast and southeast United States. For complete schedules, fares and ticket information, call (800) BY-TRAIN (298-7246) or visit bytrain.org.

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North Carolinas welcome centers and highway rest areas offer opportunities for convenient, brief stops and provide easy roadside access to public restrooms, drinking water and telephones. Welcome centers also provide picnic tables and grills, family restrooms and even displays of North Carolina crafts. Locations for welcome centers and rest areas are indicated on the states highway transportation map. Professional travel counselors located at each welcome center distribute the states Official North Carolina Travel Guide, the Department of Transportations official state map and other marketing publications exclusively about North Carolina, and can book room reservations at no charge for visitors staying overnight in the Tar Heel State. The welcome centers are open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, except New Years Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Rest areas are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For more information about traveling in North Carolina, go to visitnc.com.

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The North Carolina Department of Transportations ferry system includes 22 ferries that operate 365 days a year at seven sites along the coast, including Bayview-Aurora, Currituck-Knotts Island, Cedar Island-Ocracoke, Swan Quar terOcracoke, Hatteras-Ocracoke, Cherry Branch-Minnesott Beach and Southport-Fort Fisher. Ferries can accommodate motorcycles and any size car, trailer or RV that can operate on the highway. Ferries provide links to lighthouses, pristine beaches, historic sites, outdoor recreational activities and more. Reservations for the Cedar IslandOcracoke or Swan Quarter-Ocracoke routes can be made by calling (800) BY-FERRY (293-3779) or online at ncferry.org. The rest of the ferry routes operate on a first-come, firstserve basis. Motorists must claim their reservation at least 30 minutes prior to departure, or it will be canceled. For more information, including schedules and prices, visit the website or call (800) BY-FERRY.

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Information on travel conditions is available online at www.ncsmart link.org, where you can search by region, route or county for current traffic, incident or adverse weather conditions that might affect your trip. Via phone, visitors can access updated travel information, including construction and traffic delays along interstates and major highways, by dialing 511. To speak to a friendly VisitNC representative, call 1-800-VISIT NC (847-4862).

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The Official North Carolina Travel Guide is published annually by Journal Communications inc. for the

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listing information in this guide was obtained directly from the Divisions central database and should not be construed as a recommendation or endorsement by Journal Communications or the North Carolina Division of Tourism, Film and Sports Development. For advertising information, questions or comments about the guide, contact Journal Communications inc., 725 Cool Springs Blvd., Suite 400, Franklin, TN 37067, (615) 771-0080, info@jnlcom.com Copyright 2012 Journal Communications inc. All rights reserved.

For additional travel information, contact: North Carolina Division of Tourism, Film and Sports Development 4324 Mail Service Center, raleigh, NC 27699-4324 Phone: (919) 733-8372, (800) ViSiT NC (847-4862) Fax: (919) 733-8582 Website: visitnc.com 600,000 copies 12/12. Not printed at government expense.
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This guide is printed on 10% post-consumer recycled paper from a mill that supports all credible forest-certification programs.

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notable chefs

No matter where you go in North Carolina, youre not far from a great chef. In Chapel Hill, pay a visit to James Beard Best Chef Southeast Andrea Reusing at Lantern, or sit down to a meal by James Beard Rising Star Chef of the Year Katie Button at Crate in Asheville. In Wilmington, stop and see keith rhodes, a James Beard nominee and Top Chef contestant, at Catch. In every town from Asheville to Kinston, Charlotte to Durham, Hillsborough to Raleigh, youll find a growing legion of chefs known for the outstanding food coming out of their kitchens.

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North Carolinas contributions to cuisine are known far and wide.

Wineries

North Carolina wine has become a household name, and there are many places where you can taste the fruits of the winemakers labors. Along the states many wine trails, youll have your choice of vineyards that include tasting rooms, restaurants and tours of the facilities. Many wineries also offer music, special tastings and other events to round out your experience.

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What do Krispy Kreme doughnuts, Mt. Olive pickles, Cheerwine and Pepsi Cola have in common? Theyre all from North Carolina. While youre here, be sure to grab a savory souvenir and take the flavor of your visit home with you. Like barbecue sauce? Get a bottle (or two) of Bone Suckin Sauce or Cackalacky. Love peanuts? Try Bertie County Peanuts. Are sweets your thing? Go with truffles from South n France in Wilmington or french broad chocolate co. in Asheville.
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The craft beer scene is frothing over in cities and towns across the state. Hoist a bottle of Duck Rabbit Milk Stout, one of Fullsteams seasonal brews or one of Highland Brewing Co.s IPAs and taste why North Carolinas reputation as a beer destination is growing. Head to Asheville, named Beer City USA, or explore one of more than 60 craft breweries and brewpubs many of which offer tours and tastings to find your perfect beer. Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. and New Belgium Brewing Co. are both constructing East Coast facilities.

north carolIna has a dIrectory of PIckyour-oWn farms and farmers markets you can access at ncfarmfresh.com.

farmers markets

Grab your basket and head out to one of the more than 200 farmers markets across the state, where youll find the bounty of our fields waiting to grace your table. Our farmers grow the tastiest tomatoes youve ever tried; heirloom squash, melons, beans and peas; fruit from apples to strawberries; greens and more. At our farmers markets, youll also find fresh-baked bread, artisanal meats and cheeses, herbs, flowers and treats from homemade to home-grown.

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north carolinas collective table offers an astounding array of edibles from barbecue and seafood to craft beer and wine and everything in between.

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You cant deny North Carolinas moonshining past, and thanks to several craft-spirits makers, youll not soon forget it. troy and sons distillers in Asheville makes white liquor from heirloom corn and old mountain recipes, and you can take a sip on a tour of their facility. Other distilleries, including Blue Ridge Distilling Co. in Golden Valley, Carolina Distillery in Lenoir, Piedmont Distillers in Madison and Southern Artisan Spirits in Kings Mountain, make vodka, whiskey, gin and seasonal brandies.
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The waters off our coast are brimming with the best fish and shellfish you can find. Enjoy fresh seafood at our waterside restaurants, or buy the catch of the day right off the boat and cook it yourself. Pay a visit to Calabash for its distinctive style of fried seafood, head to Morehead City for the North Carolina Seafood Festival, Sneads Ferry for its Shrimp Festival or the North Carolina Oyster Festival in Ocean Isle Beach for a taste of the sea.

Celebrate the flavors of North Carolina by eating at one of the many farm-to-table restaurants that feature fresh produce, fish and meat from farmers, fishermen and ranchers. Manna in Wilmington, table 16 in Greensboro, Fern in Charlotte and Tupelo Honey Cafe in Asheville are among the growing number of restaurants using local ingredients.

north carolIna fIshermen delIver an abundance of fresh seafood to dInInG sPots on a daIly basIs.

dining tours

Take a behind-the-scenes look at some of the states finest restaurants on a dining tour. Asheville Food Tours offers walking tours of downtown restaurants or in nearby Biltmore Village. taste carolina Gourmet food tours introduces you to the dining scene in Carrboro, Chapel Hill, Durham, Greensboro, Hillsborough, Raleigh and WinstonSalem. Triangle Food Tour offers six tours centered on Cary, Chapel Hill, Charlotte, Durham and Raleigh. And Culinary Adventures takes you into the kitchens of some of downtown Wilmingtons finest restaurants.
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Whats 500 miles long, has 23 stops for lunch and dinner and has divided North Carolina diners for decades? The North Carolina Barbecue Trail. Travel the trail and sample barbecue as it moves from vinegar-based, Eastern-style sauce to the tomato-based, Western-style cue and decide for yourself which is best. Starting in the Piedmont town of Ayden and ending in the mountain town of Murphy, the trail is sure to delight your taste buds.

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hang Gliding

Take wing where the Wright brothers launched modern aviation on the Outer Banks more than a century ago. Start at the Kitty Hawk Kites hang gliding training center at Jockeys ridge state Park. Instructors talk you through piloting a glider, running into a sea breeze, soaring briefly and then landing either gracefully or awkwardly on soft sand dunes.

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Whether you want to test your mettle on a mountain slope, or paddle your way through paradise, North Carolina has it all.

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2013 World freestyle kayaking championships

Watch top-rated whitewater paddlers compete on the churning Nantahala River during the International Canoe Federations World Freestyle Kayaking Championships, Sept. 2-8 near Bryson City. Seeing skilled kayakers spin, flip and cartwheel might inspire you to try the splashy sport. The Nantahala is open most days to the public and is suitable for paddlers of all ability levels.
the aPPalachIan mountaIns, the hIGhest mountaIns east of the rockIes, are the Perfect Place for a day on the sloPes.

Variety makes North Carolina paradise for anglers. Wade in mountain streams and search for trout. Cast from boats and docks on Piedmont lakes to haul in catfish, carp and walleye. Drop anchor in coastal sounds to net flounder, amberjack and cobia. Or take a charter vessel heading 15 to 60 miles offshore to wrestle with sharks, tuna and giant billfish.
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skiing/snowboarding

Snow sports dominate western North Carolina in the winter. Full-scale resorts and day-use areas offer downhill skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing, each enhancing what nature drops by adding machine-made snow. There are also cross-country skiing trails, snowshoeing routes, ice-skating rinks and sledding hills, so bundle up and get outside!

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kiteboarding

Kiteboarding combines aspects of windsurfing, wakeboarding, kite flying and gymnastics into the latest extreme sport. Boarders catch wind in large, controllable kites, skip along the waters surface, launch from waves and execute jaw-dropping aerial maneuvers. Nearly a dozen kiteboarding shops and schools dot North Carolinas coast.

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Wear old shorts and sneakers when you take the plunge at Sliding Rock, where 60 slanted feet of slippery-wet rock ends at a deep pool of mountain water in Pisgah National Forest. Natures creek-fed water slide north of Brevard stays around 55 degrees in summer, creating a popular spot to cool off.
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Ziplining

Rock climbers relish the states diverse options. Some go bouldering with little more than mats to fall on at Grandmother Mountain, Blowing Rock and Lost Cove. Others favor friction climbing, scrambling across steep, almost featureless granite slabs at Stone Mountain State Park. More pack ropes, harnesses, rappelling devices and other gear to aid climbing on sheer cliffs throughout the Tar Heel State.
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Strap into a waist harness attached to an overhead cable and glide swiftly through the treetops at zipline tours scattered across the state. Each course involves multiple gravity-powered zips between raised platforms, swooshing over scenic valleys, waterfalls, streams and forests.
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Any body of water touched by steady breezes draws windsurfing fans and their graceful combination of sailing and surfing. Pamlico, Albemarle, Roanoke and Croatan sounds separated from the Atlantic Ocean by the Outer Banks provide some of the states best windsurfing opportunities.

Paddling a kayak is a great way to enjoy some of the states many outdoor playgrounds. Poke around on foggy morning fingers of mirror-flat lakes. Bob through rapids on tumbling mountain streams. Prefer to stand? Try paddleboarding and ride tides to explore shallow trails meandering through coastal marshes.
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the north carolIna coast Is hard to beat for WIndsurfInG. lessons are offered at many Places alonG the coast, and equIPment rentals are avaIlable for any level of exPertIse.

Smooth roads twisting through gorgeous scenery attract motorcyclists, and North Carolina boasts them in abundance. One popular route traces US Highway 129 north of Robbinsville in the Nantahala National Forest, where a stretch at Deals Gap dubbed The Dragon features 318 curves in just 11 miles. The nearby Cherohala Skyway sweeps through more high country for another alluring ride. And the Diamondback features 190 curves in 12 miles near the Blue Ridge Parkway.

from the mountains to the sea, north carolina offers a beautiful backdrop for outdoor adventures.

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The magic of the movies comes to life in North Carolina.

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Iron Man 3

Filmed at the EUE/Screen Gems studio lot and on location in and around Wilmington, Iron Man 3 is the largest production in the states film history. Iron Man 3 shows off North Carolinas production capabilities as never before with high-flying action and spectacular sets. While youre here, be sure to visit some of the spots where the cast and crew filmed, dined and played.

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The Hunger Games

Homeland

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North Carolina was the perfect location for The Hunger Games. Follow in the footsteps of Katniss and Gale in the Arena at Dupont State Recreational Forest, Pisgah National Forests Lower Douglas Falls, triple falls and Navitats zipline canopy tour. Or visit Shelby, and picture the crowds and Peacekeepers at the Hob and the town square where the Reaping thrusts Katniss into the Games. For a taste of the Capitols lifestyle, head to Charlotte, where the modern north side of the city was transformed into the playground of President Snow and the other capital denizens. Experience a Hunger Games Weekend Adventure at Earthshine Lodge.

Go inside the world of Homeland, an intense psychological thriller about a soldier-turned-terrorist. Starring claire danes, Damian Lewis and Morena Baccarin, Homeland boasts Showtimes highest-rated premier and finale and a Golden Globe for Best TV Drama. Shot at locations around Charlotte, including the upscale Mountainbrook neighborhood and nearby Lake Norman, Homeland transformed this versatile Piedmont city and its surroundings into places like Washington, D.C., and Iraq, to name just a few.

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More than two dozen film festivals feature international and domestic films, documentaries and shorts from established and up-and-coming directors, producers, actors and writers. In Durham, the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival brings world-class documentaries to the Triangle. Wilmingtons Cucalorus Film Festival screens 150 films from around the world. The riverrun International festival invites filmmakers to spend a few days in Winston-Salem discussing their films with audiences. Other festivals are held in Asheville, Charlotte, Greensboro and Raleigh.
WIlmInGtons nc black fIlm festIval and the nevermore horror fIlm festIval In durham are must-dos, too.

Wilmington, also known as Hollywood East or Wilmywood, is packed with locations that fans of Dawsons Creek, One Tree Hill, Eastbound and Down and more will recognize. Take the Hollywood Location Walk and see where dozens of TV programs, feature films and made-for-TV movies have been filmed. From the iconic Water Street seen frequently on Dawsons Creek to the coffee shops, cafes and alleys seen in films from Maximum Overdrive to Blue Velvet, youll find familiar locations at every turn.
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Bull Durham

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the movie Sports Illustrated called the greatest sports movie Bull Durham. Stroll the streets of Durham and youll find plenty of familiar locations, but none as memorable as the downtown baseball stadium. Sitting in the historic durham athletic Park, its not hard to imagine Kevin Costner and Tim Robbins characters suited up with their game faces on.
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Featured in more than a dozen feature films and a number of television programs, Ashevilles biltmore provides backgrounds from palatial to rustic and from refined to rural. In Hannibal, youll see the library, stables and grounds; in The Last of the Mohicans, the manicured forest plays a prominent role; and in films from Patch Adams to Return to the Secret Garden to Forrest Gump, the roads, flower gardens and estate serve as the backdrop to the story.
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Inn at rodanthe

Rodanthe, and its namesake inn from 2008s Nights in Rodanthe, is a real place on the north end of Hatteras Island at the Outer Banks. Rent the oceanfront home serendipity, instantly recognized as the Inn at Rodanthe, for an insiders look at the set, or just take a few photos from a distance. All along Hatteras Island and up and down the Outer Banks, youll find locations from the film are easy to find and hard to forget.

Dirty Dancing

Dirty Dancings iconic lake scene, where Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Gray practice the lift in their fabulous dance routine, takes place at none other than lake lure. Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Lake Lure is home to the annual Dirty Dancing Festival. The fall festival offers a lakeside screening of the movie, dance competitions and outdoor concerts. Cant make it to the festival? Visit Lake Lure on your own to see where the signature scene took place.

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twenty years ago, The Fugitive brought harrison ford and tommy lee Jones to north carolina for a cat-and-mouse adventure through the small towns and deep woods of western north carolina. visit the cheoah dam in tapoco (where richard kimble made his famous leap), ride the train from dillsboro to the nantahala Gorge, stop by bryson citys quaint downtown, or drive the curvy blue ridge Parkway to see the streets and trails ford used to escape Jones manhunt.
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blue ridge Parkway

Slow down and enjoy the drive on Americas premier scenic byway. North Carolinas portion of the Blue Ridge Parkway stretches 252 smooth, curvy miles along highelevation crests with terrific views, such as this view off the Linn Cove Viaduct. Plan your journey around stops to hike nature trails, explore small towns, experience historic sites, visit art galleries, spread picnics and gaze from roadside overlooks.

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North Carolinas first designated natural area celebrates 50 years in 2013. Set among golf courses, peach orchards and horse farms in the Sandhills area, the 900-acre Weymouth Woods-Sandhills Nature Preserve harbors tall longleaf pines, endangered red-cockaded woodpeckers, rare bog spicebush and other wildlife. Walk sandy paths to see the Piedmont in its most natural state.

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Wild horses

Watch free-range horses graze among dunes and gallop on beaches around corolla on the northern Outer Banks, shackelford banks and ocracoke. The smallish mustangs, called Banker Horses, most likely descend from mustangs left on these remote islands by Spanish explorers five centuries ago. Keep your distance; they may live close to people, but theyre essentially wild animals.
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the qualla arts & crafts mutual Is the natIons oldest natIve amerIcan cooPeratIve WIth an array of handmade obJects for sale.

Of North Carolinas hundreds of waterfalls, Looking Glass Falls beside US 276 north of Brevard might be the most visited and photographed. While others require hikes to reach, this thundering 60-foot drop allows easy access, even by wheelchairs. Swim in the pool at the base, but watch out for slippery rocks.
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blue ridge national heritage area

Established 10 years ago by an act of Congress, the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area includes the Cherokee Qualla Boundary and 25 mountainous counties in western north carolina. The designation promotes local history, crafts, agriculture, music, parks, forests, towns, waterfalls, hiking trails, scenic byways, museums and other treasures.

Jockeys Ridge State Park in Nags Head holds the east coasts tallest sand dunes. The sprawling patch of mostly quartz particles, constantly reshaped by sea winds, includes bare peaks, maritime thickets and an estuary. Come here for hang gliding, sand boarding, kite flying, boardwalk strolling and nature watching, then stay to see the beautiful sunsets.

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Linville Gorge Wilderness, called the Grand canyon of north carolina, offers hiking, camping, hunting, fishing, rock climbing, bird watching, nature photography and other outdoor opportunities to those willing to leave behind the trappings of civilization. Find it flanking the Linville River in the Pisgah National Forest near the town of Linville Falls.
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A unique natural phenomenon, the Outer Banks span 200 miles of narrow barrier islands separating the Atlantic Ocean and a series of sounds. The fragile archipelago holds wide beaches, high dunes, towering lighthouses, bustling marinas, wildlife refuges, historic sites recalling colonization and the advent of aviation, every kind of water sport and all manner of dining and lodging.
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Hey, that does look like a bear! Shortly after 5:30 on sunny evenings in late October and early November (and again for a few weeks beginning mid-February), Whiteside mountain casts a remarkably bearlike shadow on fall foliage in the valley below. See it best from the Rhodes Big View Overlook on US 64 between Cashiers and Highlands. Camera required. Please be aware of busy highway traffic when parking, viewing and leaving the site.

Chimney Rock, a prominent 315-foot stone spire topped by an American flag, overlooks broad Hickory Nut Gorge. A new, open-air stairway leads to the top, and a modernized elevator inside the mountain provides quick access to the summit area. The 26-story elevator is the only one of its kind in a Southeastern park.
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Rising 6,684 feet and covered with red spruce, Mount Mitchell the highest point in the eastern united states often hides among swirling clouds. On clear days, though, you can see forever. Drive to the top or pedal there like bicyclists do during Mays Assault on Mount Mitchell ride. Watch for flying squirrels, white-tailed deer, black bear, gray fox and other residents of Mount Mitchell State Park.

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Pickin, playin, singin North Carolina style.

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Discover the roots of music legend Earl Scruggs at the new Earl Scruggs Center: Music & Stories From the American South in his hometown of Shelby. The renowned banjo player was famous for his three-finger playing style, which influenced music around the world and catapulted the banjo from a background melody to a sophisticated lead instrument. Browse artifacts and rotating displays portraying music and stories of the Carolina Foothills at the center (located in the former Cleveland County Courthouse). And catch a performance at the nearby Don Gibson Theater.

Shag music covers a broad spectrum of genres, from R&B to swing, country, pop and even Latin. Perhaps the best way to describe shag (also called beach music) is any song that makes you want to get up and dance. Carolina shag is north carolinas state dance, a partner dance popularized in the 1940s where the upper body and hips hardly move while the legs do fancy footwork. It can still be found in shag clubs, especially on the Coast.

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North Carolina has turned out a lengthy list of musical icons spanning nearly every genre, from singer/ songwriter James taylor (of Chapel Hill) to jazz musician John Coltrane (Hamlet) and jazz pianist/composer Thelonious Monk (Rocky Mount). Other famous musicians from the tar heel state include Ryan Adams, Tori Amos, Charlie Daniels, Roberta Flack, Ronnie Milsap, Nina Simone, Randy Travis, plus American Idol winner Scotty McCreery, along with alums Clay Aiken, Fantasia Barrino, Chris Daughtry and Kellie Pickler. Experience the scenery that inspired these legends and catch the next star at one of the many concert venues throughout the state.

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African-American music has been handed down for generations in North Carolina, and you can experience its history firsthand along the African-American Heritage Music Trail. The trail identifies musicians whove influenced the craft of music, whether through gospel rhythms in countryside churches, front porch blues jams or tobacco field spirituals. The journey begins in Kinston and includes stops in Lenoir, Greene, Jones, Pitt, Wayne, Wilson, Nash and Edgecombe counties, complete with audio kiosks and interactive videos describing the musical talent that originated there.

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shindig on the Green

For an unforgettable taste of north carolina folk music, attend Ashevilles annual Shindig on the Green festival, which takes place on Saturday evenings June through early September at Pack Square Park. Its a foot-stompin good time, with shows, informal jam sessions, storytellers, food and plenty of mountain music and dance.

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Music and memories are what make up the annual merlefest celebration, held every April in Wilkesboro. Founded in 1988 in memory of Eddy Merle Watson, MerleFest celebrates traditional plus music, which Merles father, Doc Watson, described as traditional Appalachian music plus whatever styles we were in the mood to play. The 2012 lineup included Doc Watson, Vince Gill, Alison Krauss & Union Station, The Boxcars and dozens more.
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A rich musical heritage is one of North Carolinas trademarks, and traditional old-time music can be heard throughout the hills and hollers of the Tar Heel State. The local music scene is deeprooted in folk and bluegrass, with influential musicians such as Earl Scruggs, Doc Watson and Del McCoury all hailing from North Carolina. Gospel and blues can also be heard here, especially a style known as Piedmont blues, characterized by an unusual finger-picking method on the guitar. Stop by one of the many hot spots to hear some pickin and playin yourself.
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durham Jazz

Jazz music is to Durham as gambling is to Vegas, so Durham is a must-visit for jazz lovers. Youll find live jazz music every night of the week in Durham clubs and restaurants, including The Broad Street Cafe, The Pinhook, beyu caffe and many others.
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Informal Get-togethers

Few old-time music jams are as homegrown as mrs. hyatts music house. In 1947, Nelia Hyatt and her husband, Wayne, opened their Asheville home to bluegrass and mountain-style musicians. When the sessions grew too large for the house, Wayne constructed a garage in the backyard. Today, throngs of musicians tote their banjos, mandolins and fiddles here every Thursday night for acoustic music. Check out Woodys Original Mountain Music in Marion on Friday evenings, too.

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Excitement is on tap in cities from the Mountains to the Coast.

Winston-salem

Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the City of Arts and Innovation in 2013. Winston-Salems history as an industrial, educational and artistic center is still being written. Home to the first public arts council in the nation, Winston-Salem continues that artistic tradition with the Reynolda House Museum of American Art, the Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art and the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Step back in time in old salem, once a thriving moravian town, and walk its Colonial streets. More than 35 wineries are located within a 30-minute drive of downtown.
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Theres no shortage of activities in The Queen City area, from NASCAR races to art museums to nationally recognized restaurants and boutique shopping in charming neighborhoods. Check out the U.S. National Whitewater Center, a man-made river just a few miles from downtown, where visitors can experience the excitement of whitewater rafting. For a day of thrills, try carowinds, a 398-acre amusement park with more than 50 rides, shows and attractions, plus a 20-acre water park. Carowinds celebrates its 40th anniversary during its 2013 season.

Called a great destination in the United States and one of Americas best cities, Durham has something for everyone. Kids will enjoy the museum of life + sciences dinosaur trail, where youll find North American dinosaurs at every turn. Take in one of the festivals in town, from jazz to film to Piedmont blues. Durhams a town known for food and drink, and at Fullsteam Brewery, you can enjoy both this Southern-style craft brewery is a hot spot for the local food truck scene.

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Restaurants, nightclubs, museums, resorts and shops will keep you entertained for hours on end.

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This eclectic mountain town will surprise you. With a top-notch dining scene and a bustling beer scene (Asheville was named Beer City USA from 2009-12), you wont want for food while youre here. Visit Biltmore, the numerous art galleries and studios along the river or the Friday night drum circle in Pritchard Park. The nearby Blue Ridge Parkway offers scenic drives and access to hiking trails in the mountains surrounding downtown.

High Point, which holds the title home furnishings capital of the World, is known for furniture shopping. From the High Point Market, which draws more than 80,000 people to each of its two furniture industry-only showcases every year, to 50 retail furniture outlets to the worlds largest chest of drawers (its hard to miss), its clear what industry drives this town. While youre taking a break from furniture shopping, go to Castle McCulloch for gold and gem panning, where prospectors have been testing their luck for more than 180 years.
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Greensboro

See where civil rights history was made in this Piedmont town. At the F.W. Woolworth store downtown, now the International civil rights center and museum, learn how four North Carolina A&T students launched the national sit-in movement by refusing to leave the lunch counter. Kids will enjoy the Natural Science Center of Greensboro and the Greensboro Childrens Museum.
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Fayetteville was called one of the most patriotic towns in America by the Today show. With downtown museums such as the airborne and special operations museum and 82nd Airborne Division Museum dedicated to our military history, its easy to see why. Just minutes from downtown, youll find 20 golf courses and some high-flying adventure at ZipQuest, where a zipline canopy tour takes you over Carvers Falls and through the forests lush canopy.
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In Raleigh, youll find world-class dining, great shopping and dozens of museums and art galleries. The North Carolina Museum of Art and the Contemporary Art Museum let you experience some amazing paintings and sculptures from established and up-andcoming artists. Nearby, the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences nature research center gives you an up-close look at prehistoric dinosaurs, butterflies and more in the largest museum of its kind in the Southeast.

Head to downtown Wilmington for a day of shopping, checking out film sites, dining at fine farm-to-table restaurants and a leisurely stroll along the riverwalk. While downtown, you cant miss the World War II-era battleship North Carolina. Drive to or take a water taxi and tour the ship, which saw action in every major naval offensive in the Pacific Theater. Walk the deck where so many brave men served, and explore the crews quarters.

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Stress be gone at these pleasurable pampering places.

the Grove Park Inn

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Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains overlooking Asheville, The Grove Park Inn is the perfect spot for a romantic weekend away, family vacation or day at the spa. celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2013, this Arts and Crafts-style resort has played host to 10 U.S. presidents from Woodrow Wilson to Barack Obama, and the Presidential Suite is available for booking. The spa, ranked as one of the top five hotel spas in the country by Travel + Leisure, offers 43,000 square feet of relaxation space, mineral pools, saunas, whirlpools and more.
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Highlands Old Edwards Inn and Spa treats guests to mountain views, fine dining, golf and a spa that Cond Nast Traveler named its Top Hotel Spa in North America in 2010. With treatments that include thai massage, organic facials, back scrubs and hair treatments, the elegant Old Edwards Inn and Spa is the ideal escape for relaxation in the mountains of North Carolina.
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the sanderling resort and spa

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The Mandara Spa at Harrahs Cherokee Casino & Hotel sets the stage for a relaxing getaway. Ten private spa-therapy rooms will provide a comfortable atmosphere to indulge in the balinese-inspired treatments that include Fire and Ice manicures and pedicures, Batu hot-stone therapy and Frangipani hair and scalp treatments.
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At the Sanderling Resort & Spa in Duck, do more than imagine a week of waking to the sound of the ocean and receiving the pampering of a lifetime. Relax on the beach or in the spa, receiving one of the award-winning spas massage, body, skin or nail-care treatments. Guests also enjoy membership to the Pine Island Racquet and Fitness Center.

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the ritz-carlton

The Ritz-Carlton in Charlotte,. a LEED Gold-certified boutique hotel, is the ideal urban oasis. Organic Spa magazine named the 13,000-square-foot spa among its 2012 Top 10 Green Spas, in part because of its organic treatments, LEED standards and living roof, which features more than 18,000 sedums and other plants, and more than 40,000 honeybees. Book a day of pampering in the spa, where the massages, wraps and treatments will start you down a path to wellness.

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the umstead hotel and spa

Westglow resort & spa

The Umstead Hotel and Spa, recipient of a 2012 AAA Five-Diamond Award, is a premier luxury hotel and spa. The Umstead includes 12 acres of grounds for you to explore; 150 guest rooms; Herons, a restaurant lauded by Food & Wine; and a 14,000-square-foot spa, with 10 treatment rooms and relaxation lounges that include sauna, steam and whirlpool. The Umsteads green efforts include using organic products in the spa, growing many of the herbs used in the restaurants and bars, and offering complimentary valet parking for hybrid vehicles.

In the mountains of North Carolina, youll find Westglow Resort & Spa. This luxury getaway, located just minutes from Blowing Rock, was named the no. 2 destination spa in the World in 2011 by Travel + Leisure. Westglows day-spa packages include couples massage, hot-stone therapy and honeymoon packages, as well as traditional spa services. Westglow, built in 1917, features six guest rooms, the spa and Rowlands Restaurant, a fine-dining staple in Blowing Rock for many years.
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The Rock Barn Golf & Spa, in Conover, offers guests their choice of two top-ranked golf courses, an equestrian center and day spa. At the spa, a full menu of services including mud wraps, facials and aromatherapy scrubs will help you look and feel your best. After your massage, rest in the whirlpool or steam room, or brace yourself for the cold-water pool.

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Youll find day spas in nearly every town across the state, so finding a place to unwind and refresh shouldnt be hard. Some of the most interesting include: Shoji, a Japanese-style hot tub and massage spa in Asheville; Island Retreat Spa and Salon on car-free Bald Head Island; Wilmingtons Harbour Club Day Spa and Salon; Oasis Day Spa in Charlotte; Chakras Spa in Greensboro; and the Renaissance European Day Spa in Fayetteville, to name just a few.
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fearrington house Inn

Tucked away in quaint Pittsboro, the Fearrington House Inn offers a world-class experience in a european-inspired getaway. Since 1995, the inn has held the coveted AAA Five Diamond Award. The award-winning restaurant provides diners with a stellar execution of a farm-to-fork menu. The Spa at Fearrington offers facials, massages, pedicures and manicures, among other treatments.

Pinehurst may be better known for championship golf, but the spa at Pinehurst is where you can come to unwind, whether you play golf or not. With a wide assortment of spa therapies, such as sports and couples massages, body wraps and peels, and getaways including day, overnight and two-night packages the spa is gaining a reputation for relaxation among golfers and spa aficionados alike.
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This year marks the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation, which changed the course of American history forever.

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North Carolina has nearly 240 stops and growing as part of the five-state Civil War Trails program, inviting you to explore the triumphs and tragedies of Americas greatest drama. Take a trip along the Civil War Trails at your own pace. Discover coastal forts, museums, the remains of ironclad ships, preserved battlefields, 19th-century taverns and inns, and pioneer farmsteads, such as the Zebulon vance birthplace. Find Civil War Trails brochures at all North Carolina welcome centers and visitor centers.
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Pay your respects to 11,700 Union soldiers who died while imprisoned at the Salisbury Confederate Prison during the Civil War at salisburys historic national cemetery. The soldiers are buried in 18 trench graves, and a self-guided driving tour gives visitors a look at the prison site, although nothing remains of the building itself. Three monuments stand on the site in honor of the Union soldiers who died there. Civil War buffs can also register to attend an annual symposium in April that brings together descendants of guards, staff and prisoners who lived and worked at the prison.

On Aug. 29, 1861, Union ships bombarded Confederate troops at Fort Hatteras. After hours of intense shelling, the Confederates surrendered the fort and 700 men. This marked the Unions first victory in the war. The Union went on to seize control of Roanoke Island, the two victories opening all of eastern North Carolina to Union control. Learn more about the war at the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum, where you can see the paddle wheel from the steam frigate USS Minnesota.
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african-americans role

The states role in the Civil War cant be told without telling the story of slavery. historic sites across the state interpret the role of African-Americans from 1861 to 1865 as slaves, troops and freedmen. Their experience is depicted at the Smith-McDowell House in Asheville, Historic Stagville in Durham, Somerset Place in Creswell, Harriet Jacobs sites in Edenton and Fort Fisher State Historic Site in Kure Beach, among many others.

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cape lookout lighthouse

the cape lookout lighthouse has been a beacon to sailors since it was built in 1812 (a new one was constructed in 1859 due to numerous problems with the original tower). the lighthouse played a significant role in the civil War, with the area around it serving as a military stronghold. confederate troops attempted to blow up the lighthouse but were unsuccessful. visitors can climb 207 steps to the top for a beautiful view of core banks. theres also a visitors center and museum.

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antebellum b&bs

From the mountains to the coast, North Carolina is B&B country. Approximately 400 bed-andbreakfast inns are sprinkled liberally across the state, many of which were built during the Civil War era and have fascinating histories and unusual architecture. The Asheville region alone boasts more than 60 charming B&Bs, and they are also prevalent in Wilmington, Brevard, Waynesville and Hendersonville, plus numerous other scenic towns.
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somerset Place state historic site

bentonville battlefield

Stand on North Carolinas largest battlefield and the site of the wars last major battle at Bentonville Battlefield in Four Oaks. Today, Bentonville Battlefield is a National Historic Landmark where you can tour the Harper House, which played a key role in the battle, as well as a Confederate mass grave and a visitor center featuring an exhibit covering the first and bloodiest day of the battle.
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Immerse yourself in 19th-century plantation life at Somerset Place, a fascinating historic site visited by Union troops in 1862. Somerset Place thrived as one of the upper Souths largest plantations from 1785-1865, with nearly 200 men, women and children, both black and white, enslaved and free. After the Civil War, the plantation system came to an end, and Somerset was all but deserted by 1870. Tours give insight into the lives of the plantations owners, slaves, employed whites and free blacks. Seven of the original 19th-century buildings remain.
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civil War events

fort macon

Civil War buffs wont want to miss Fort Macon State Park, where you can walk through the fully restored Fort Macon, the site of the Battle of Fort Macon in March and April 1862. The five-sided, brick and stone fort has 26 vaulted rooms enclosed by 4.5-foot-thick outer walls. While soaking up history, you can also soak up the sun and surf along the Crystal Coast the state park offers easy access to fishing, swimming, nature trails and ranger-led tours.
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North Carolina is commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Civil War with exhibits and symposiums, such as Elizabeth Citys Museum of the Albemarle to Manteos Outer Banks History Center and Beauforts n.c. maritime museum. Commemorative events will continue at sites statewide through 2015.

reenactments
the north carolIna cIvIl War sesquIcentennIal runs throuGh 2015 and Includes many sPecIal reenactment events.

Hear cannons firing and smell gunpowder wafting through the air at Civil War reenactments throughout North Carolina. historic sites and battlefields routinely welcome visitors for exhilarating reenactments that place you right in the middle of the action. Cameron Art Museum in Wilmington presents an annual Civil War Living History Weekend every February. In September, Statesvilles Allison Woods rumble with cannons and cavalry, and reenactors and spectators descend on the Fort Branch Civil War Site near Hamilton the first weekend in November for reenactments of the Battle of Fort Branch.

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Majestic peaks, lush forests, roaring waterfalls and breathtaking beauty converge for the perfect getaway.

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Linville Falls is part of the Linville Gorge Wilderness Area, which covers more than 12,000 acres and is a wonderful place to enjoy the great outdoors.

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The following list of attractions in the Mountains region is arranged alphabetically by city. You may find more detailed information on any of these attractions online at visitnc.com or the individual attractions website. An index to attractions is on page 162.

Regional Attractions
Appalachian Trail, (828) 254-3708. Approximately 300 miles of this Maine-toGeorgia primitive hiking trail runs through North Carolina. It is a wilderness trail intended for foot travel only. Rustic shelters, with no services, are 8-12 miles apart. Numerous access points. appalachiantrail.org Blue Ridge Parkway, (828) 298-0398. Recreation-oriented scenic byway that connects the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina with the Shenandoah National Park in Virginia. In North Carolina, the Parkway extends 252 miles with numerous scenic views beckoning you to slow down and enjoy. nps.gov/blri
setting for river excursions, running through Madison, Buncombe, Henderson and Transylvania counties. Scenic/peaceful canoeing, kayaking and tubing. Excellent water quality provides homes to a variety of wildlife and waterfowl, including ospreys, bald eagles, mink, muskrat, deer and even occasional bear. (865) 436-1200. The largest protected land area east of the Rocky Mountains. This national treasure is world-renowned for the diversity of its plant and animal life and its preservation of the remnants of Southern Appalachian culture and history. Designated as an International Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site. nps.gov/grsm

Pisgah National Forest, (828) 257-4200.

Covers more than 500,000 acres. Home of towering mountains, hiking trails, Sliding Rock a natural water slide and picturesque lakes and streams. Public campgrounds available. Free; fee for some campgrounds, day-use areas and attractions. vstnc.co/pnf

Grove Arcade, One Page Ave.,

(828) 252-7799. Once a public market, this historic Neo-Gothic building built in 1929 has been restored to its original splendor and features fresh foods, regional cuisine and locally made crafts. grovearcade.com (800) 438-5800. Built in 1913 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, we have hosted 10 United States presidents and offer shopping, popular restaurants, a worldclass spa, golf and the countrys largest public display of Arts and Crafts furniture (made by Roycroft and Stickley). Self-guided and guided history tours available daily. groveparkinn.com

The Grove Park Inn, 290 Macon Ave.,

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Calaboose Cellars, 565 Aquone Rd.,
(828) 321-2006. Located in an old stone building with bars on the windows overlooking the small vineyards. Legend has it that the local lawman locked up the hooligans here to cool down until they went before the magistrate. Now we use the jailhouse to incarcerate our wines. calaboosecellars.com

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French Broad River, (828) 258-6109. Perfect

Moving Sidewalk Tours, 36 Montford Ave.,


(828) 776-8687. Ashevilles only downtown Segway tour, includes the Grove Arcade and the Urban Trail. movingsidewalktours.com

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Asheville Historic Trolley Tours, Various ticket locations in town, (888) 667-3600. A fully narrated trolley tour of the greater Asheville area. Major points of interest are included in this informative, fun-filled sightseeing tour. ashevilletrolleytours.com Asheville Zipline Canopy Adventures, 1 Resort Dr., (866) 319-8870. Urban canopy adventure that highlights two of Ashevilles greatest assets: outdoor adventure and natural beauty. Includes nine zipline sections, eight treetop platforms, five adventure tower platforms and three sky bridges. wildwaterrafting.com/ashevillezip.php Biltmore, One Approach Rd., (877) 245-8667. A privately owned, national historic landmark, Biltmore Estate is Americas largest private home, with gardens, shops and restaurants. A guided visit of our award-winning winery and complimentary wine tasting is included in estate admission. biltmore.com Advertising Partner, p. 1 Botanical Gardens at Asheville,

North Carolina Arboretum, 100 Frederick


Law Olmsted Way, (828) 665-2492. A 434-acre public garden offering 65 acres of cultivated gardens and 10 miles of hiking and biking trails, an engaging indoor exhibit center and innovative outdoor exhibits, plus the finest bonsai collection in the southeastern United States. ncarboretum.org

Great Smoky Mountains National Park,

North Carolina Homespun Museum, 111 Grovewood Rd., (828) 253-7651. This museum preserves, in photos and artifacts, the history of Biltmore Industries and the people involved. grovewood.com Riverside Cemetery, 53 Birch St.,
(828) 350-2066. Dating back to the early 1800s, this is the final resting place for many of Ashevilles most famous sons and daughters, including writers Thomas Wolfe and O. Henry. Unusual monuments and mausoleums amid massive oaks and pine trees. ashevillenc.gov 283 Victoria Rd., (828) 253-9231. This restored antebellum mansion is the oldest surviving house in Asheville. The museum features history exhibits, period rooms decorated with furnishings from 1840 to 1900 and grounds designed by the renowned Olmsted brothers. wnchistory.org

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(828) 524-6441. Encompasses more than a half-million acres of pristine woodlands the largest of the four national forests in North Carolina. Elevations from a high of 5,800 feet to a low of 1,200 feet. The Nantahala River, a popular whitewater river, rushes through the forest. Enjoy a variety of camping plus motor boating, bridle trails, fishing, nature/hiking trails, picnic areas and swimming. vstnc.co/nnf second-oldest river in the world, the New is a National and State Wild and Scenic River. North Carolina maintains three parks along the river, each a days canoe ride apart for primitive riverside camping and picnicking. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/neri/main.php

Smith-McDowell House Museum,

New River, (336) 982-2587. Renowned as the

151 W. T. Weaver Blvd., (828) 252-5190. A 10-acre garden of plants native to the Appalachian Region. Visitors center with gift shop. ashevillebotanicalgardens.org MP 382, (828) 298-7928. Home of the Southern Highland Craft Guild, which represents craft artists from Southern Appalachia, houses three fine art galleries and offers daily craft demonstrations. southernhighlandguild.org 36 Montford Ave., (866) 592-8687. Hop aboard one of our nostagic red trolleys for a 90-minute, fully narrated journey through Asheville highlighting the history, homes and hot spots of this City of Surprises. graylineasheville.com

Folk Art Center, Blue Ridge Parkway,

Revolutionary War route of Patriot militiamen to the battle of Kings Mountain, South Carolina. Part of the National Trails System. While there are hiking segments, the primary public access is by car over the commemorative motor route. nps.gov/ovvi

Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail, (888) 233-6111. Follows the

Gray Line Trolley Tours of Asheville,

Southern Appalachian Radio Museum, A-B Tech CC, Elm Bldg., Rm. 315, 340 Victoria Rd., (828) 299-1276. Presenting a collection of radios from World War I to the 1960s, plus an operating radio station. saradiomuseum.org Thomas Wolfe Memorial State Historic Site, 52 N. Market St., (828) 253-8304.
Boyhood home of author Thomas Wolfe. Fictionalized as Dixieland in his first novel, Look Homeward, Angel. wolfememorial.com

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Western North Carolina Farmers Market, 570 Brevard Rd., (828) 253-1691.

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Black Mountain
Black Mountain, (800) 207-8759. Located just
15 miles east of Asheville, Black Mountains friendly small-town charm will captivate. Visit unique shops, 36 restaurants, pubs and awardwinning Pisgah Brewing. Live-music venues and a range of lodging choices make Black Mountain the place to stay. exploreblackmountain.com

A 36-acre, state-owned farmers market featuring fresh produce, jams, jellies, plants and handmade crafts. Also contains a restaurant and garden center. wncfarmersmarket.org

with rotating exhibits, all designed to promote the visual arts, history and heritage of the Mountains. blowingrockmuseum.org

Docs Rocks, 129 Mystery Hill Ln., (828) 264-2792.


As you search through your ore at our indoor heated flumes, youll enjoy chatting with our friendly and knowledgeable geology experts about what minerals and gemstones come from the Appalachian Mountains and how everything formed. Appalachian Fossil Museum is also on site. docsrocks.net

Creek Rd., (828) 298-5600. Enjoy 40 acres of animals in their native habitats. It provides an opportunity to learn, to touch and to know our rich natural heritage through educational and interactive exhibits. wncnaturecenter.com

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Bakersville
(828) 688-1009. The states oldest working gristmill is on the National Register of Historic Places. Seasonal with demonstrations and gift shop available.

Swannanoa Valley Musuem, 223 W. State St., (828) 669-9566. Located in the former Black Mountain Fire Department, the museum collection sketches the history of the valley from the Stone Age to the present. swannanoavalleymuseum.org

Dellingers Mill, Cane Creek Rd.,

Blowing Rock
Appalachian Ski Mountain, 940 Ski Mtn. Rd., (800) 322-2373. The High Countrys first ski area includes 11 slopes and three terrain parks. Two quad chairlifts, one double chairlift, one conveyor lift and one handle pull lift. Outdoor ice arena. appskimtn.com Advertising Partner, p. 59 The Blowing Rock, US 321 S. & Rock Rd., (828) 295-7111. Scenic walk overlooking Johns River Gorge. Observation tower, gardens, small garden waterfall and unique gift shops. Come visit and learn about the legend of the Indian lovers. theblowingrock.com Advertising Partner, p. 2-3 Blowing Rock Art & History Museum (BRAHM), 159 Chestnut St., (828) 295-9099.

Julian Price Memorial Park, Blue Ridge Parkway, MP 297, (828) 963-5911. Part of the largest developed area along the Blue Ridge Parkway. The park offers a wide variety of recreational activities, including camping (primitive only), hiking, boating (no power or sailboats) and fishing. Interpretive programs available through the Park Service. Of particular interest is the Price Lake Loop Trail. blueridgeparkway.org/v.php?pg=110 Moses H. Cone Memorial Park,
2282 Blue Ridge Parkway, MP 294, (828) 295-3782. This federal park, which is located on the Blue Ridge Parkway, offers 3,600 acres of forests, meadows and wildflowers; a bass lake and trout lake; 26 miles of carriage roads for walking/horseback riding; and the Parkway Craft Center. The Cone home, Flat Top Manor, is on the National Register of Historic Places. blueridgeparkway.org/v.php?pg=109

Roan Mountain, Hwy. 261, (828) 682-6146.

This high ridge stands 6,285 feet at the highest point and is most famous for its natural gardens of Catawba rhododendrons. Beyond the gardens are spruce-fir forests and treeless grassy balds.

Banner Elk
Banner Elk Winery, 60 Deer Run Ln.,
(828) 898-9090. Our winery processes locally grown grapes into excellent wines reflecting the unique characterizations of the Appalachian Mountains. bannerelkwinery.com

Enjoy selections from our permanent collection works by painter Eliot Dangerfield, glass art and North Carolina pottery along

(828) 264-2792. Enjoy a self-guided tour of this fun-filled area. Includes the Mystery House with its mysterious gravity pull; Hall of Mystery with puzzles, experiments and illusions; Appalachian Heritage Museum and Native American Artifacts Museum. mysteryhill-nc.com

Mystery Hill Heritage & Native Artifact Museums, 129 Mystery Hill Ln.,

Sugar Mountain Resort, 1009 Sugar Mtn.


Dr., (828) 898-4521. This full-service alpine snow ski area features a 1,200-foot vertical drop, 20 slopes and trails, eight lifts and up to a 1.5-mile run. More than 20 miles of maintained mountain bike trails intertwine throughout the village. Scenic lift rides for sightseeing in the summer. skisugar.com

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Watauga River, Shawneehaw Ave.,

(800) 789-3343. Whitewater rafting and canoeing on the scenic Watauga River.

Barnardsville
Navitat Canopy Adventures,
242 Poverty Branch Rd., (828) 626-3700. Fast, smooth ziplines stretch high above the forest floor; artfully crafted platforms nest seamlessly in beautiful native trees; and sky-bridges span forest sections teeming with life. navitat.com

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Beech Mountain
Beech Mountain Resort, 1007 Beech Mountain Pkwy., (828) 387-2011. The highest ski resort in eastern North America features options from beginner to expert, with 16 slopes and seven lifts. Snowboarders will enjoy our exciting freestyle terrain area. Outdoor ice skating rink, too. beechmountainresort.com Advertising Partner, p. 59

The landscape of the ancient North Carolina Blue Ridge Mountains and foothills, and the traditions of the people who have shaped the regions culture are unique in our nation. Visit our website your source for exploring our heritage treasures and youll know why the region was honored as a National Heritage Area.

Bike MagazineproclaimedTransylvania CountyasAmericasbestkeptsecret. Budget TravelnamedBrevardoneofthe coolestsmalltownsinAmerica.Come discoverhowamazingoutdooradventure, music,artandfoodcombinetocreatean unforgettablevacation.Callforyourfree travelplannerandwaterfallguidetoday.

(828) 298-5330 www.blueridgeheritage.com

(800) 648-4523 www.visitwaterfalls.com

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Tanger Shoppes on the Parkway, 278 Shoppes on the Parkway Rd., Ste. 33, US 321, (828) 295-4444. Buy direct from more than 30 brand-name manufacturer and designer outlet stores. tangeroutlet.com Tweetsie Railroad, 300 Tweetsie Railroad
Ln., US 321, (800) 526-5740. Family theme park with a 3-mile train ride, crafts, live entertainment, country fair rides and a petting zoo. tweetsie.com

Transylvania Heritage Museum, 189 W.

Main St., (828) 884-2347. Museum on the history of Transylvania County. transylvaniaheritage.org

Museum of Yancey County History,

Bryson City
Carolina Outfitters Whitewater Rafting, 12121 Hwy. 19 W., (800) 468-7238.
Choose guide-in-boat, guide-assisted or nonguided whitewater rafting trips on the popular and scenic Nantahala River. Inflatable funyak/ducky rentals. Combine rafting with gemstone mining, horseback riding and mountain biking. carolinaoutfitters.com

W. Main St., (828) 678-9587. Housed in the historic John Wesley McElroy House, which was headquarters for the North Carolina Home Guard during the Civil War. Today, the facility highlights traditional mountain culture and the fascinating local history of Burnsville.

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Nolichucky River, US 19 Bypass, (828) 682-6146. This free-flowing river runs through the Pisgah National Forest and pours through one of the deepest canyons in the East, creating challenging whitewater rafting.

Boone
in the West Dr., (828) 264-6390. The gardens feature a collection of North American native plant material in an informal landscape design, along with an authentic log cabin, which once belonged to the Boone family. Self-guided tours with gardeners on duty. danielboonegardens.org 105 S., (828) 963-4367. More than 40 different minerals may be found at the mine, and gemstone-quality ore is guaranteed in every bucket. foggymountaingems.com Horn in the West Dr., (828) 264-2120. For more than 50 years, this historical outdoor drama has followed frontiersman Daniel Boone and his band of mountain settlers as they struggle against the British militia. horninthewest.com

Canton
Canton Area Historical Museum,
36 Park St., (828) 646-3412. This mountain heritage museum offers displays, artifacts, records and pictures of the settlement of Canton and the Pigeon River area. Glimpse the past and aspects of early life on the land where the Cherokee Indians hunted and fished.

Daniel Boone Native Gardens, 651 Horn

Great Smoky Mountains Railroad,

Foggy Mountain Gem Mine, 4416 Hwy.

Advertising Partner, inside front cover Nantahala Gorge Canopy Tours,

Bryson City Depot, (800) 872-4681. Journey across fertile valleys and through river gorges during a 4- to 4.5-hour round-trip excursion in the mountains with a wide array of everchanging vegetation, fantastic landscapes and whitewater scenes. gsmr.com

Horn in the West Outdoor Drama, 591

10345 Hwy. 19 S., (877) 398-6222. Eleven zip stations and five sky bridges combine for more than half a mile of high-flying fun. Experience the excitement and beauty of sailing through the air among the trees. nantahalagorgecanopytours.com 19/74 W., (828) 488-3854. A favorite activity in the area for all ages. Professional gemstone consultation available on site. Rain or shine (we have a covered sluice).

Cedar Mountain
DuPont State Recreational Forest, Transylvania & Henderson counties, (828) 877-6527. Its 10,400 acres of forest feature numerous waterfalls, including High Falls, Triple Falls and Bridal Veil Falls. Open to hunting, fishing, hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking. dupontforest.com Glass Feather Studio & Gardens, 200
Glass Feather Dr., (877) 528-8457. A unique destination, featuring the Travis Collection of kiln-fired fused glass. glassfeather.com

Nantahala Gorge Ruby Mine, 11900 Hwy.

Turchin Center for the Visual Arts,

423 W. King St., (828) 262-3017. The largest visual arts center in the region, exhibits focus on a blend of new and historically important artwork and feature works of nationally and internationally renowned artists, as well as many of the finest artists of the region. turchincenter.org

Brasstown
John C. Campbell Folk School, One Folk School Rd., (800) 365-5724. Visitors are welcome to take a self-guided tour of the campus, which includes the studios, nature trails and history center. Browse the schools craft shop, showcasing the juried work of more than 300 craftspeople. Crafts, music, dance, other mountain traditions in one-week or weekend classes. folkschool.org

19 W., (800) 232-7238. Since 1972, NOC has shared the outdoors with millions of guests on whitewater river rafting trips and all varieties of kayak and canoe instruction, with trips on the French Broad, Nolichucky and Nantahala rivers. We also offer mountain biking trips and our adventure park with its zipline and multilevel challenge course. noc.com

Nantahala Outdoor Center, 13077 Hwy.

Cherokee
Cherokee Heritage Museum, Big Cove Rd. Saunookes, (828) 497-3211. Highlights Cherokees past through displays of art and cultural items, such as masks, crystals, the uketena and more. Includes gallery with Native American crafts and art. Harrahs Cherokee Casino, 777 Casino Dr., (800) 427-7247. Live table games with blackjack, roulette, craps and more of your favorites plus digital blackjack and baccarito and more than 4,000 of the latest Vegas-style slots. harrahs.com/casinos/harrahs-cherokee/ hotel-casino/property-home.shtml Advertising Partner, inside front cover Mountain Farm Museum, 150 US 441 N.,

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Nantahala River, (800) 867-9246. Popular whitewater river rushes through the Nantahala National Forest. Smoky Mountain Jet Boats, 22 Needmore
Rd., (888) 900-9091. Exciting jet-boat rides on Lake Fontana, a wilderness lake, or combine with a Forney Creek hike. needmore.com

Brevard
Historic District Brevard, Main St.,
(828) 884-3278. Most of the storefronts in the downtown area are historic, and many have been restored to recapture the towns charming atmosphere, retaining the cultural heritage while still being smartly up-to-date. brevardnc.org

Wildwater Ltd., 10345 Hwy. 19 W., (800) 451-9972. Fully guided, guide-assisted and rental trips available. A family-owned business since 1971, Wildwater runs on the Nantahala, Ocoee, Big Pigeon and Chattooga rivers. Also offers scenic Jeep tours. wildwaterrafting.com

(828) 497-1900. A collection of 10 historic farm buildings, gathered from throughout the Great Smoky Mountains, forms an open-air museum.

Burnsville
Black Mountain/South Toe Basin, US 19
Bypass, (828) 682-6146. Two recreation areas with camping, picnicking, hiking, wild trout fishing, swimming and tubing. Most trails lead from the river valley to ridge top of the Black Mountains, the highest range in the East.

(800) 648-4523. There are more than 250 scenic waterfalls in Transylvania County many of which are easily accessible while others involve a hike. visitwaterfalls.com

Land of the Waterfalls, Various locations,

Museum of the Cherokee Indian, Drama Rd. & Hwy. 441, (828) 497-3481. Combines technology with a solid artifacts collection. A multisensory trip through Cherokee history. cherokee-nc.com/museum_intro.php Advertising Partner, inside front cover Oconaluftee Indian Village, US 441 at Drama Rd., (828) 497-2111. Re-creation of an authentic 18th-century Indian community. Cherokee artisans and guides demonstrate and explain the arts and crafts, lifestyle and culture of their ancestors. Replicas of Cherokee homes, council house and square ground of the 1750 period. cherokee-nc.com

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(828) 884-3156. Built in 1902 by Joseph and Elizabeth Silversteen, this 33-room Colonial Revival mansion is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Silvermont Mansion, E. Main St.,

Mount Mitchell State Park, 2388 Hwy. 128, (828) 675-4611. The highest peak in the eastern United States. Cool climate and easy access from the Blue Ridge Parkway. Restaurant, tent camping area, museum, picnic area and hiking trails. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/momi/main.php

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Oconaluftee River, (800) 438-1601. Enjoy an easy canoe trip down the river or a picnic at the Oconaluftee Islands Park in the downtown area. The park features a walking trail highlighted by a Talking Tree that informs visitors about the trees uses and significance to the Cherokee culture. cherokee-nc.com Qualla Arts & Crafts Mutual, Hwy. 441 N.,
(828) 497-3103. The oldest and leading Native American Arts cooperative in the country. These arts and crafts grace both the collections of museums and private homes of visitors to Cherokee. Selections include sculpture in both wood and stone, basketry, pottery, weaving, beadwork, traditional toys, weapons and more.

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Polk County History Museum, 60 Walker St., (800) 440-7848. Explore Polk Countys past, including an early 1800s stagecoach, antique farm tools and implements, a school display, home setting, doctors office, beauty parlor and many pictures from the past. Shunkawauken Falls, White Oak Mountain
Rd., (800) 440-7848. The winding road crosses the falls in two places for easy, drive-by viewing. firstpeaknc.com

Flat Rock
(828) 693-4178. Carl Sandburg American poet, historian, author and lecturer spent the final 22 years of his life at his estate, Connemara. Today, this National Historic Site offers keen insight on Sandburg, his family and their 264-acre working farm. nps.gov/carl

Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site Connemara, 81 Carl Sandburg Ln.,

Connelly Springs
South Mountains State Park, 3001 South Mountains State Park Ave., (828) 433-4772. Approximately 14 miles of trout streams and 48 miles of trails for mountain biking, equestrian and hiking activities. Features the High Shoals Falls on the Jacobs Fork River, a torrent of water that falls about 80 feet over a cliff of bare rock. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/somo/main.php

Flat Rock Playhouse, 2661 Greenville Hwy., (828) 693-0731. The State Theater of North Carolina provides top-quality entertainment for the entire family. Season includes Broadway musicals, comedies, drama and theater for young people. flatrockplayhouse.org Historic District Flat Rock, Hwy. 25 S./ Greenville Hwy., (828) 693-9708. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Flat Rock began about a century and a half ago with large summer estates being built in the English manner by the affluent Charlestonians, Europeans and prominent plantation owners of the Souths lowcountry. historicflatrock.org

Advertising Partner, inside front cover Santas Land Fun Park & Zoo, US 19,

(800) 648-7268. Family fun with a Christmas theme. In addition to rides, visit Santa and his elves, browse through specialty shops and see craftsmen at work. santaslandnc.com

Smoky Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine, Hwy. 441 N., (828) 497-6574. Find beautiful emeralds, rubies, sapphires, amethysts, garnets, topaz and more at Cherokees first, finest and largest gem mine. We will cut, polish and set your stones. smgrm.com Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama, US 441 at Drama Rd., (866) 554-4557. On stage for more than 50 years, this drama traces the Cherokee people through the zenith of their power, the heartbreak of the Trail of Tears, and ending in the present day, where the Cherokee people continue to rewrite their place in the world. cherokee-nc.com./unto_these_main.php?

Crossnore
The Crossnore School, 100 D.A.R. Dr., (800) 557-4305. Home of Suffer, the Little Children, a fresco by renowned artist Ben Long, which tells the story of how Jesus received the children as the crowds surrounded him. The outdoor drama Miracle on the Mountain tells the story of the school. crossnoreschool.org

Fontana Dam
Fontana Dam, Hwy. 28, (800) 467-1388. The largest dam east of the Mississippi was constructed during the early 1940s to supply electricity to fuel the war efforts during World War II. westernncattractions.com

Cullowhee
(800) 962-1911. Huge boulder with yet unexplained hieroglyphics said to be carved by Indians.

Foscoe
Grandfather Vineyard & Winery, 225 Vineyard Ln., (828) 963-2400. Mountainside vineyard at the base of Grandfather Mountain right on the Watauga River. At the bottom of the vineyard is the tasting room and winery. Its perfect for a lazy afternoon or group outing. grandfathervineyard.com

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Judaculla Rock , Judaculla Rock Rd.,

Chimney Rock
75-mile views atop Chimney Rock. Our 26-story elevator makes the views accessible to all. Discover trails to 404-foot Hickory Nut Falls, through amazing rock formations or paths just for kids with interactive stops. chimneyrockpark.com

Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park, 431 Main St., (800) 277-9611. Enjoy

Mountain Heritage Center, Western Carolina University, 150 H. F. Robinson Admin. Bldg., (828) 227-7129. Details the 18th-century migration of the Scots-Irish to the New World where they settled across western North Carolina. The museum celebrates the rich heritage of the Southern Appalachian region with traveling exhibitions, educational programs and demonstrations. wcu.edu/mhc

Franklin
Franklin Gem & Mineral Museum,
25 Phillips St., (828) 369-7831. Featuring the areas most comprehensive collection of native gems and minerals, plus displays of gems and minerals from all around the world. Be sure to visit the popular fluorescent room. fgmm.org (800) 713-7767. Come for a day full of fun and excitement for the whole family. Mine in our covered flume rain or shine. goldcityamusement.com

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397 Main St., (828) 625-5524. Pan for gold and gemstones in a clean, comfortable atmosphere. Guarantees a find for everyone and a wonderful experience for the whole family. chimneyrockgemmine.com

Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine,

Ennice
MP 217.5, (800) 372-5473. Site where construction of the Blue Ridge Parkway first began and still a favorite destination for visitors. The mixture of lush woodlands and open fields, housing a variety of birds and other wildlife, is ideal for leisurely walks or a more demanding hike to nearby Gully Creek. Visitors center. virtualblueridge.com/parkway_ tour/VisitorCenters/217_0/index.asp

Gold City Gem Mine, 9410 Sylva Rd.,

Cumberland Knob, Blue Ridge Parkway,

Macon County Historical Museum,

Columbus
Green Creek Winery, 413 Gilbert Rd., (828) 863-2182. We believe wine is an essential part of gracious living, so we invite you to enjoy our tasting room and winery. Sip wine on our patio and enjoy the vineyard and mountain vistas. House of Flags, 363 Green Creek Dr.,
(828) 859-2151. More than 300 flags on display that have flown over our country since its founding. Presents a solid commitment to patriotism and a rich preservation of our countrys heritage. houseofflags.org

36 W. Main St., (828) 524-9758. Displays on education, the Civil War, early medicine, textiles and photographs. Reference library for genealogy research. maconnchistorical.org

Ferguson
Whippoorwill Village, 11928 NC Hwy.
268 W., (336) 973-3237. Explore the Chapel of Peace, an 1864 Yadkin River Jail, an 1880s schoolhouse, blacksmith shop with a weaving room displaying an antique loom, and a good ol country store. Also, a replica of Daniel Boones home (c.1760). explorewilkes.com/ whippoorwill.php

Scottish Tartans Museum, 86 E. Main St., (828) 524-7472. Contains the official registry of all publicly known tartans and is the American extension of the Scottish Tartans Society in Edinburgh, Scotland. scottishtartans.org Wilderness Taxidermy, 5040 Highlands Rd., (828) 524-3677. Our modern, 6,000-squarefoot studio with a combined work area, museum and Wildlife Art gallery, offers the opportunity to view hundreds of unique specimens from around the world. wildernesstaxidermy.com

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Glen Alpine
Lake James Cellars, 204 E. Main St., (828) 584-4551. A family-owned winery located in the North Carolina foothills. Come and relax in our restored 1915 building and taste the magnificent flavors of our fine wines. lakejamescellars.com

Falderal Winery, 131 Third Ave. W.,

(828) 693-7676. Our tasting room is located directly above the winemaking portion of the winery, which means when you walk in, youre literally standing on top of what youre drinking. Because we vint in small batches, we have an always-rotating selection of wines to try. falderalwinery.com

English minerals, fluorescent minerals, geodes, petrified wood and large logs, plus Cullinan Diamond replicas. mineralmuseum.org

Glendale Springs
Churches of the Frescoes Holy Trinity Church, 120 Glendale Springs Rd.,
(336) 877-3607. Features the fresco of The Lords Supper by North Carolina native Ben Long. Other works include Jeffrey Mims Fresco of Christs Departure. Holy Trinity dates to the early 1900s. ashefrescoes.org

Henderson County Heritage Museum,

1 Historic Courthouse Sq., Main St., (828) 694-1619. Housed in the historic courthouse, youll find artifacts, collections, demonstrations and other exhibitions relating to the areas culture, heritage and stories. hendersoncountymuseum.org

Saint Paul Mountain Vineyards, 588 Chestnut Gap Rd., (828) 685-4002. Nestled on 10 acres with panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Stop by and sample our Riesling blends, red Cabernets and Chardonnays, each with a sweeter and a drier version. saintpaulmountainvineyards.com Western North Carolina Air Museum,
1340 Gilbert St., (828) 698-2482. Unique collection of airplanes and memorabilia celebrating the Golden Age of General Aviation. Adjacent to the Hendersonville airport, you can chat with the aircrafts owners or watch these vintage machines in action in good flying weather. wncairmuseum.com

Historic District Hendersonville, 145 Fifth Ave. E., (828) 233-3216. Features a serpentine street lined with trees, floral planters, thriving shops, historic depot and curb market. downtownhendersonville.org
(828) 891-6585. This late 19th-century tobacco farm and early 20th-century tourist retreat is operated year round as a heritage education center and farm museum. More than 15 acres with nature trails, forests and streams. co.henderson.k12.nc.us/teachers/ johnsonfarm-web

Hayesville
Eagle Fork Vineyards, 225 Dick Jones Rd.,
(828) 389-8466. At our vineyard, youll hear soft classical music that we play for our nine varieties of grapes. Science has shown that music drives the insects from the vines, while legend has it that the grapes absorb the music, so it then becomes one with the wine. Come hear and taste for yourself. eagleforkvineyards.com

Historic Johnson Farm, 3346 Haywood Rd.,

Wolfes Angel, Oakdale Cemetery, US 64 W., (800) 828-4244. Author Thomas Wolfes first novel, Look Homeward, Angel, had constant references to an angel statue imported from Italy. This was among the statues Wolfes father sold from the porch of his tombstone shop in Asheville. historichendersonville.org

Hendersonville
Burntshirt Vineyards, 2695 Sugarloaf Rd., (828) 685-2402. The altitude plus long, sunny days and cool nights produce wines uniquely expressive of the special terroir, such as Gruner Veltliner, Riesling and our red blend. burntshirtvineyards.com

1299 Crab Creek Rd., (828) 692-0100. A managed forest designed to promote better understanding of the value of forests through exhibits, Talking Trees, signs and rangerconducted classes. Picnic areas and hiking trails available. ncesf.org/HESF/home.htm

Holmes Educational State Forest,

Highlands
Highlands Area Waterfalls, Various locations, (828) 526-2114. Bridal Veil Falls, located at US 64/28 West, cascades 120 feet over the highway. Cars can drive under the waterfall. Dry Falls, also at US 64/28 West, is a 75-foot waterfall that visitors can walk behind. Glen Falls, at Hwy. 106 South, is a series of three large falls, dropping approximately 60 feet each. highlandschamber.org Advertising Partner, p. 54

(828) 698-1977. Displays include North Carolina minerals, dinosaur egg cluster,

Mineral and Lapidary Museum of Henderson County, 400 N. Main St.,

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Historic Hendersonville is known for its gentle climate and beautiful scenery. Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. Explore the waterfalls of Dupont State Forest, Flat Rock Playhouse, Blue Ridge Parkway, historic sites, recreation, family activities and festivals. For a free planner, please call toll-free or visit our website listed below.

Awe-inspiring views Towering waterfalls Award-winning dining Arts & theater Unique shopping Relaxation in its purest form

Outdoor private hot tubs for hourly rental open year round Massage, body treatments & esthetics Suites & vacation home rentals Campground/camping cabins

(800) 828-4244 www.historichendersonville.org

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Museum of American Cut & Engraved Glass, Chestnut St., (828) 526-3415. Features
and family. For a soaking good time, visit our water park, with soaking games, a water slide, water cannons and the water wars. Admission to the water park is included in the admission price of the beach. lakelure.com

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an outstanding collection of antique cut and engraved glass made in America between 1876 and 1916, which is known as the American Brilliant Period.

Whiteside Mountain, Whiteside Mountain Rd., (800) 962-1911. Named for its sheer, white cliffs, this mountain rises more than 2,100 feet above the Nantahala National Forest. A national recreation trail, making a 2-mile loop, winds to the 4,930-foot summit. highlandschamber.org

Lansing
New River Winery, 165 Piney Creek Rd.,
(336) 384-1213. Enjoy our outdoor patio bar or a tour of our production facility, as well as the Old Lansing School. newriverwinery.com

Grandfather Mountain State Park, 9872 Hwy. 105 S., (828) 737-9522. Encompassing 2,600 acres of the undeveloped backcountry of Grandfather Mountain and adjacent to the tourist attraction. Hikers have free access to the peaks via a 12-mile network of alpine trails. There are two entry points to the hiking trails in Grandfather Mountain State Park that dont require paying admission to the adjoining attraction. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/grmo/main.php

Little Switzerland
Emerald Village, 331 McKinney Mine Rd., (828) 765-6463. Go underground in a real mine at the North Carolina Mining Museum. See old mining equipment and displays and enjoy the splashing waterfall. Tour the Company Store and visit Discovery Mill, with displays that include the Music Museum, the Homestead Museum and the Blue Ridge model railroad display. emeraldvillage.com

Hildebran
Raintree Cellars Winery, 521-E US Hwy.
70 E., (828) 397-5643. Come visit our winery and taste what others have come to know. We have quality wines and are always experimenting with new and different wines to commemorate holidays and seasons of the year. raintreecellars.com

Laurel Springs
Thistle Meadow Winery,
102 Thistle Meadow, (800) 233-1505. Our wines are handcrafted in small batches to ensure the highest quality. With our own wide variety of wines reds, whites and blushes, ranging from sweet to dry youre sure to find a wine that matches your taste. thistlemeadowwinery.com

Hot Springs
Downtown. Once a mecca for wealthy Southerners attracted by the hot natural springs and cool mountain air, today the town is a way station for hikers along the Appalachian Trail, which runs right through the middle of the area, and a magnet for people who want to experience the therapeutic and healing power of the springs. hotspringsnc.org

Maggie Valley
Cataloochee Ski Area, 1080 Ski Lodge Rd., (800) 768-0285. Utilizes one of the most advanced snowmaking systems in the Southeast on 16 lighted slopes, five lifts (including three moving carpet lifts) and six lanes of snow tubing fun. cataloochee.com Advertising Partner, p. 59 Wheels Through Time Museum,

Lenoir
Caldwell Heritage Museum,
112 Vaiden St., (828) 758-4004. Artifactual photographic and demographic exhibits, and displays depicting the history and heritage of Caldwell County. caldwellcochamber.org (828) 754-4660. We create and serve small batches of special wines crafted to the local tastes of our customers. Our carefully crafted wines, casual friendly service and cozy atmosphere bring the best of Lenoir to your wine-tasting experience. carolinamistwinery.com

Historic District Hot Springs,

Carolina Mist Winery, 118 Main St.,

Hudson
Sullivan Estate Vineyard & Winery,
4040 James Dr., (828) 728-5099. The vineyards are planted in native red and white muscadine grapes. To suit a variety of palates, we offer both dry and sweet in each of our grape and berry wines. Enjoy the Old World feel of the winery and its tapestry ceilings with a glass of your favorite wine. tudorhousewine.com

62 Vintage Ln., (828) 926-6266. The worlds premier collection of rare American vintage motorcycles, with more than 325 classic motorcycles, many of which are operated daily. The unique museum also features dozens of motorcycle-related exhibits. wheelsthroughtime.com

Fort Defiance, 1792 Fort Defiance Dr.,

Marion
Historic Carson House, 1805 US 70 W.,
(828) 724-4948. Built as a walnut log cabin in the early 1800s, this historic home is filled with unusual household and plantation artifacts. historiccarsonhouse.com

(828) 758-1671. Built in 1792, home of Gen. William Lenoir, Revolutionary War hero. More than 300 pieces of original clothing and furnishings on display. fortdefiancenc.org

Jefferson
Mount Jefferson State Natural Area,
1481 Mt. Jefferson State Park Rd., (336) 246-9653. Broaden your horizons with scenic vistas and colorful displays of mountain flora. Stroll the short nature trail through the magnificent forest, a National Natural Landmark. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/moje/main.php

Tuttle Educational State Forest, 3420 Playmore Beach Rd., (828) 757-5608. Boasts a wide variety of pines and hardwoods, plus rolling terrain and clear streams. These features are accessible by a series of wellmarked trails accented by exhibits and displays that explain the ecology of the managed forest. ncesf.org/TESF/home.htm 20 Miles of Furniture, 1909 Hickory Blvd., (800) 737-0782. A stretch of highway dominated by outlet stores showcasing exceptional prices and the finest selections from the industrys leading furniture retailers. 20milesoffurniture.com

Linville Caverns, 19929 Hwy. 221 N.,

(800) 419-0540. Natural limestone caverns feature spectacular stalactite and stalagmite formations, underground stream and cave wildlife, such as bats and large trout. linvillecaverns.com

Lucky Strike Gold & Gem Mine,

Access Rd., (336) 982-2587. Canoe more than 26 miles of the National Wild and Scenic South Fork of the New River. Three access points, primitive camping, fishing, hiking, mountain scenery and wildlife. Picnic areas with grills, one covered shelter and a community building. Canoe rentals from local outfitters for a fee. Free; fee for camping. ncparks.gov/ Visit/parks/neri/main.php

New River State Park, 1477 Wagoner

251 Lucky Strike Dr., (828) 738-4893. Pan for gold in a stream that was mined in the early 1800s or look for gemstones in our flumes. Dining and gift shop on site. luckystrikegoldandgem.com

Linville
Grandfather Mountain, 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy., (800) 468-7325. Known for the 360-degree views from its Mile High Swinging Bridge, Grandfather is a sanctuary where guests can come eye-to-eye with bears, cougars, otters, eagles and deer in natural habitats, learn about the natural world from entertaining guides, stroll gentle nature paths or hike craggy alpine trails. grandfather.com Advertising Partner, p. 2-3

Mars Hill
Wolf Ridge Ski Resort, 578 Valley View Cir., (800) 817-4111. Skiing serviced by two double lifts, two quads, a surface lift and magic carpet, 82 acres of ski terrain with 100 percent snowmaking capability, snow tubing, sledding and night skiing. Summer activities include mountain biking, fly fishing, whitewater rafting, horseback riding and hiking. skiwolfridgenc.com Advertising Partner, p. 59

Lake Lure
Beach at Lake Lure & Water Works,
2724 Memorial Hwy., (877) 386-4255. Relax under the sun, float on the water, build sand castles with your children or picnic with friends

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Madison County Courthouse, Main St.,
(828) 649-3031. This two-story Neo-Classical Revival brick structure was constructed in 1907 at a cost of $30,000. The cupola, a four-stage polygonal structure, is one of the most impressive courthouse cupolas in North Carolina. The conical roof, bearing clocks on its alternate faces, is capped by a lantern that serves as a pedestal for a statue of Blind Justice. visitmadisoncounty.com

Sam J. Ervin, Jr. Library and Museum,


Western Piedmont Community College, 1001 Burkemont Ave., (828) 438-6000. An exact replica of the late Sen. Ervins home library, it contains hundreds of books and treasures from his days as chairman of the Senate Watergate Hearings in the 1970s. samervinlibrary.org

Old Fort Railroad Museum, 25 W. Main St., (888) 233-6111. Museum illustrates the impact of the railroad system on the region. Railroad and train exhibits, original tools, signal lights, furniture and signs are housed in the historic Old Fort Depot building, built in the 1890s. mcdowellnc.org

Murphy
(828) 835-9565. Spend time at our wine tasting room and on the beautiful veranda where you can sit and enjoy a glass of wine.

Penland
Penland School of Crafts Penland Gallery, Conley Ridge Rd., (828) 765-6211.
On Tuesdays and Thursdays, Penland Gallery offers a tour of the campus. This in-depth, guided tour tells the history of the school and takes visitors to see many of the working student artists. Reservations are required through the gallery. penland.org

Cherokee Cellars Winery, 23 Hickory St.,

Mill Spring
Parker-Binns Vineyard, 7382 Hwy. 108 E.,
(828) 894-0154. Join us for a taste of our wines and discover how we bring our passion for fine wines into the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our wines include Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Rose, plus Blackberry. parker-binnsvineyard.com

Cherokee County Historical Museum,


87 Peachtree St., (828) 837-6792. Reflects the life of the Cherokee Indians during the time of the Cherokee Nation and the removal along the Trail of Tears to Oklahoma. Depicts the early life of the white man in Cherokee County. Doll collection. (828) 494-7855. An entire mountainside displays the Ten Commandments written in stone at this 200-acre Bible park. fieldsofthewoodbiblepark.com

Pisgah Forest
Allison-Deaver House, NC 280,
(828) 862-6654. This Federal and Greek Revival house, first built in 1815, has virtually remained unaltered for almost two centuries. With a mortise-and-tenon structure, the house has been revived as a house-restoration museum. tc150.com/content/allison-deaver-house

Fields of the Wood, Hwy. 294,

Moravian Falls
Perry Lowe Orchards, 8741 NC Hwy. 16 S., (336) 921-3123. Enjoy apple time talk and a guided tour of the apple house and cooler, then head to our orchard for the apple tree maze and hayride, plus pick apples and pumpkins. perryloweorchards.com

Valley River Vineyards, 4689 Martins Creek Rd., (828) 321-5333. A taste of southern Appalachia with tasting room offering winery tours by appointment. valleyrivervineyards.com

Morganton
The Beanstalk Journey at Catawba Meadows, 220 Catawba Meadows Dr.,
(828) 430-3440. Come fly away on the aerial adventures of a lifetime. Imagine an exhilarating network of 15 interconnected islands in the sky. Youll be transported from one tree house to the next by a series of sky bridges and ziplines. thebeanstalkjourney.com

Nebo
Lake James State Park, 6683 NC 126, (828) 584-7728. Tucked away in rolling hills at the base of Linville Gorge is Lake James, a 6,510-acre lake with more than 150 miles of shoreline. This impressive waterway is the centerpiece of Lake James State Park. Boat, water ski or fish in cool mountain waters, or take a walk and enjoy an abundance of wildflowers and wildlife along park trails. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/laja/main.php South Creek Vineyards and Winery,
2240 South Creek Rd., (828) 652-5729. Come taste our award-winning Bordeauxstyle wines at our 100-year-old Italian Renaissance farmhouse. Meander through the vineyards, tour the winery or just unwind and relax while sipping our wines. southcreekwinery.com

This unique historic site, in the heart of Pisgah National Forest, includes the Forest Discovery Center, with hands-on exhibits and an 18-minute film. Paved trails lead past historic cabins, a logging train and woods where the first forestry school in America operated in the early 1900s. Craftsmen, guided tours, helicopter simulator and interpretive programs. cradleofforestry.com

Cradle of Forestry in America National Historic Site, 1001 Pisgah Hwy., (828) 877-3130.

Historic District Morganton, 102 E. Union St., (828) 438-5280. Self-guided walking or driving tour of National Register of Historic Places district. The Old Burke County Courthouse houses the Heritage Museum and Visitor Information Center. ci.morganton.nc.us History Museum of Burke County,
201 W. Meeting St., (828) 437-1777. Tours are nonscripted and docent-led, giving the visitor a personalized perspective of the hundreds of artifacts on display. Visitors walk through room settings, becoming a part of a doctors or dentists office, beauty shop, housewares or military display. thehistorymuseumofburke.org

Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education, 1401 Fish Hatchery Rd., (828) 877-4423. Mountain streams, where water and life begin, is the theme of this educational facility dedicated to exploring the wonders of North Carolinas wildlife. The center is a program of the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission. Aquariums, 20-minute video, hands-on exhibits along a paved walkway, garden display, special programs, viewing and feeding of trout at the Pisgah Fish Hatchery, and gift shop. ncwildlife.org Sliding Rock, Pisgah Hwy., (828) 877-3265. Take the plunge down a 60-foot slippery cascade into the 50- to 60-degree, 6-footdeep pool. fs.usda.gov/recarea/nfsnc/ recreation/recarea/?recid=48156&actid=82

Old Fort
Mountain Gateway Museum,
24 Water St., (828) 668-9259. Displays showcase mountain lifestyle and history from the earliest original inhabitants through the settlement period and into the 20th century. The site also houses two 1800s log cabins, an outdoor amphitheater and a picnic area by Mill Creek. mountaingatewaymuseum.org of Main St. & Hwy. 70 W., (888) 233-6111. In 1930, this 30-foot-tall granite arrowhead was dedicated to honor the peace between the pioneers and the Native Americans. During the ceremony, chiefs of both Cherokee and Catawba tribes smoked a pipe of peace for the first time in history. mcdowellnc.org

Plumtree
Plumtree Canopy Tours, 913 Big Plumtree
Creek Rd., (828) 687-1411. More than just a 3-hour zipline experience. Enjoy 11 zips and four sky bridges over beautiful terrain. plumtreecanopytours.com

Morganton Railroad Depot & Museum,


624 S. Green St., (828) 438-5272. Restored to its 1916 appearance. Contains an extensive collection of 19th- and 20th-century railroad memorabilia, including a 100-piece collection of dining car tableware, a brass bell and a head lamp from the age of steam locomotives.

Purlear
Rendezvous Mountain Educational State Forest, 1956 Rendezvous Mtn. Rd.,
(336) 667-5072. The Talking Tree Trail features Talking Trees, each with a recorded message about itself, its site and the forest history. Forest Demonstration and Logging History Demonstration trails. ncesf.org/RMESF

Old Fort Arrowhead Monument, Corner

Quaker Meadows Plantation, St. Marys Church Rd., (828) 437-4104. The restored plantation home (c.1812) is available for docent-guided tours by appointment. Visitor center gardens.

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Roaring Gap
Stone Mountain State Park, 3042 Frank
Pkwy., (336) 957-8185. The 13,500 acres include 17 miles of trout fishing streams, rock climbing, hiking trails and waterfalls. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/stmo/main.php

Robbinsville
Cherohala Skyway, Hwy. 143 W., (800) 470-3790. Called a mini-Blue Ridge Parkway, the Skyway travels through some of the best scenery of the Cherokee and Nantahala National forests. Enjoy majestic views of nature or picnic above the clouds at one of the many overlooks. grahamcountytravel.com The Dragon, Hwy. 129 N., (828) 479-8400. One of the best places in the United States to test your skills and courage on a motorcycle or your motor vehicle of choice. There are 318 turns throughout 11 miles. tailofthedragon.com Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest, Nantahala National Forest, (800) 470-3790. Ancient hardwood forest has been preserved as a tribute to the poet of Trees, who was killed in action during World War I. Two-mile trail passes under enormous yellow poplars, some more than 100 feet high. grahamcountytravel.com Junaluska Museum, Memorial and Medicine Plant Trail, Hwy. 143 Bus.,

Ariel Gallery, Asheville


Green River Plantation, 6333 Coxe Rd., (828) 286-1461. Built in 1807, this magnificent 42-room mansion rests on land that reflects all of the gentility and refinement of the old pre-Civil War South. greenriverplantation.net KidSenses Childrens Museum,
172 N. Main St., (828) 286-2120. A hands-on, interactive playscape for families and children from birth to 10 years old. Offers 11,000 square feet of fun, including a real fire engine, a bubble room, science stations and more. kidsenses.com

Seven Devils
Hawksnest Resort, 2058 Skyland Dr.,
(800) 822-4295. Year-round recreation opportunities. Home to the areas largest snowtubing park. Try the zipline course ride 10 different cables taking you through the trees, over creeks and even over snow tubers during the winter months. hawksnest-resort.com

(828) 479-4727. Honoring a prominent Cherokee leader, the museum features several large displays of Native American artifacts, most of which were found in Graham County. Trail located next to the memorial includes plants and shrubs used by the Cherokee in the making of traditional medicine. junaluska.com

Advertising Partner, p. 59

Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center,

Sparta
Chateau Laurinda Vineyards, 690 Reeves
Ridge Rd., (800) 650-3236. Producing more than 30 flavors of wine and specializing in fresh-fruit wines, we pride ourselves in offering a wide selection, sure to please even the discriminating wine connoisseur. chateaulaurindavineyards.com

121 School House Rd., (828) 479-3364. Provides local artisans working studios that are open for the public to visit. The center is dedicated to preserving mountain traditions for generations to come. stecoahvalleycenter.com

Saluda
(800) 440-7848. Class I, II and III rapids make for great float trips and kayaking classes on the scenic Green River. Class IV rapids for advanced paddlers. firstpeaknc.com

Green River, Green River Cove Rd.,

Ronda
MenaRick Vineyard & Winery,
328 Luffman Rd., (336) 328-7038. We specialize in Spanish and Portuguese varietals. Come, relax and enjoy the view from our vineyard. menarick.com 450 Groce Rd., (336) 835-9463. Nestled in the Yadkin Valley region, this family-owned winery brings Old World charm to the Old North State. Known as Chianti in the Carolinas, Raffaldini currently produces five single varietal wines and four blends: Vermentino, Pinot Grigio, Sangiovese, Sangiovese Riserva and Montepulciano. raffaldini.com

Pearsons Falls, 2748 Pearsons Falls Rd., (828) 749-3031. A 320-acre nature and wildlife preserve and Natural Heritage Site. Walking trail to base of 90-foot falls. pearsonsfalls.org

Doughton Park, Blue Ridge Pkwy., MP

Raffaldini Vineyards & Winery,

Sapphire
Gorges State Park, Hwy. 281 S., (828) 966-9099. Plunging waterfalls, rugged river gorges, sheer rock walls and one of the greatest concentrations of rare and unique species in the eastern United States are found here. Elevation rises some 2,000 feet in only 3-5 miles. As the park is still in its planning and development phase, visitors are encouraged to call the park office before visiting for current park conditions. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/gorg/main.php Sapphire Valley Ski Area, 4350 US 64 W., (800) 533-8268. Excellent conditions for beginning and intermediate skiing and snowboarding. skisapphire.com Advertising Partner, p. 59

238.5-244.7, (336) 372-8877. This 7,000-acre park, the largest recreation area on the Blue Ridge Parkway, offers a lodge, campground, hiking trails and picnic areas. Includes the picturesque Brinegar Cabin and the Caudill Family Homestead, a dramatic exhibit of isolated mountain life. nps.gov/blri

Spruce Pine
Gem Mountain Gemstone Mine, Hwy. 226 S., (828) 765-6130. Gem mine rain or shine under covered flumes. Sands of Time Museum is free; fee to mine for gems. gemmountain.com Historic Orchard at Altapass, 1025 Orchard Rd., (888) 765-9531. An Appalachian cultural and historical center that also features hayrides following the path of the Revolutionary War mountain soldiers or storytelling hayrides about our part of the mountains. altapassorchard.com

Ruther fordton
Broad River Gems and Mining Co.,
218 River Landing, (828) 286-1220. Jewelry, gemstones, rocks, minerals and fossils. Museum area and on-site gem mining and fossil dig. broadrivergems.com

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Museum of NC Minerals, 214 Parkway Maintenance Rd., Blue Ridge Parkway, MP 331, (828) 765-2761. Exhibits feature more than 300 varieties of minerals and gems found in North Carolina. Waldensian Museum, 208 Rodoret St., (828) 874-1111. Historic museum that is a central repository for the many distinctively Waldensian artifacts relating to the founding and origin of the town of Valdese. visitvaldese.com Waldensian Trail of Faith, 401 Church St., (800) 635-4778. This walk through history depicts the religious persecution and incredible faith of the Waldensians of northern Italy. Fourteen building replicas and monuments. Located next to Old Colony Players Amphitheater. waldensiantrailoffaith.org Bluff Mountain Nature Preserve, Edwards Rd., (336) 977-8405. The mountains unique geology, hydrology and ecology intertwine to create an unusual mixture of habitats and wildlife. nature.org/ wherewework/northamerica/states/ northcarolina/preserves/art5590.html
400 Beaver Creek School Rd., (336) 982-3076. Created by native North Carolinian Ben Long. Mary, Great with Child, John the Baptist and the moving Mystery of Faith grace the sanctuary. Creations by Longs students also line the walls of this early 20th-century church. ashefrescoes.org

Sylva
Tuckasegee River, (800) 962-1911. Canoeing
and funyak trips on gentle Class II whitewater.

Churches of the Frescoes St. Marys,

Thurmond
315 Thurmond Post Office Rd., (336) 874-3003. Relax on our porches with a glass of wine or cider, enjoy our gardens or picnic under the shade trees. Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Merlot, Ring of Fire Red, Sparkling Niagara and Hard Cider. mcritchiewine.com

McRitchie Winery & Ciderworks,

Valle Crucis
Mast General Store, Hwy. 194, (828) 963-6511. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places as one of the best remaining examples of an old country store. This historic landmark, in the heart of the states first rural historic district, has featured quality goods and traditional clothing since 1883. mastgeneralstore.com Advertising Partner, p. 2-3

Historic District West Jefferson,

Precious Alpaca Farm, 2930 S. Center

Church Rd., (336) 957-3581. Geared toward all ages, watch a video to educate you on the history of the alpaca from the origin to the differences in colors and breeds. Then enjoy interacting with the alpaca and observe demonstrations of weaving raw fibers. preciousalpaca.com

1 S. Jefferson Ave., (866) 607-0093. With one of the best collections of art galleries in the mountains, this National Historic District also has much to offer visitors, ranging from handicraft shops, antiques, unique specialty stores, fine restaurants, historic homes and churches, and many quaint lodging choices. visitwestjefferson.org

Vilas
Dutch Creek Trails, 793 Rubin Walker Rd.,
(828) 297-7117. Enjoy wooded trails, old farm fields, valley views along Dutch Creek and Southern hospitality. Whether you are an experienced cowboy or a little green, our skilled staff and gentle horses make for a pleasant visit. dutchcreektrails.com

Wilkesboro
Frescoes at St. Pauls Episcopal Church, 200 W. Cowles St., (336) 667-4231.
Two frescoes by world-renowned artist Ben Long, depicting St. Paul the Apostles time of conversion and while writing the Epistles in prison. cacwilkes.org/frescos.htm

Todd
Elk Knob State Park, 5564 Meat Camp Rd.,
(336) 957-3581. Enjoy a moderate trail hike up to the summit of Elk Knob. When the wildflowers are in bloom, you wont find a more spectacular location to experience the wonders of nature. Bring a picnic for a relaxing visit. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/elkn/main.php

W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir,

Tryon
Foothills Equestrian Nature Center (FENCE), 3381 Hunting Country Rd.,
(828) 859-9021. A 320-acre nature education and recreational center offering 5 miles of hiking and riding trails, an equestrian center with stabling for 200 horses, and a variety of family-oriented nature education programs, outdoor concerts and more. fence.org

(828) 898-5404. Our regular tour consists of six ziplines, the shortest being longer than a football field at 450 feet and the longest is 800 feet. Add the Super Zip, a 2,000-foot line, to zip over a mile of cable. Please call to check availability. screamtimezipline.com

Scream Time Zipline, 8483 US Hwy. 421,

Waynesville
Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts, 49 Shelton St., (828) 452-1551.
Exhibit of heritage crafts includes wood carvings, bedding, pottery, china painting, handcrafted jewelry, Cherokee and Navaho artifacts, and furniture, all located in historic Shelton House.

499 Reservoir Rd., (336) 921-3390. In the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this lake is an awesome scenic backdrop for any funfilled excursion you plan. Camping, hiking, swimming, fishing, boating, bird watching, ranger-led trail tours and childrens activities. Experience performances at the Forest Edge Amphitheater at Fort Hamby. saw.usace.army.mil/wkscott/index.htm

Overmountain Vineyards, 2012 Sandy

Wilkes Community College Gardens, 1328 S. Collegiate Dr., (336) 838-6100. Specialty gardens include the unique Eddy Merle Watson Garden of the Senses, featuring Braille-labeled plants and sculptured music and alphabet walls, plus native, rose, Japanese and other gardens. Walking trail, childrens playground, duck pond and picnic areas. wilkescc.edu Wilkes Heritage Museum, 100 E. Main St.,
(336) 667-3171. The museum tells the stories of Native Americans, Moravian explorers, Revolutionary heroes, the Civil War, local industry, the birthplace of moonshine and stock-car racing, plus important historical figures such as Daniel Boone and Tom Dooley Dula. wilkesheritagemuseum.com

Plains Rd., (828) 551-5449. Your options for the day are: walk the vineyards during a tour, learn about the Overmountain Men and their impact on the nations history, take in spectacular views and, of course, taste our estate wines. overmountainvineyards.com

Weaverville
(828) 645-6706. Reconstructed birthplace of Zebulon B. Vance, Civil War governor of North Carolina. nchistoricsites.org/vance

Zebulon B. Vance Birthplace State Historic Site, 911 Reems Creek Rd.,

Valdese
N. Church St., (828) 879-2126. For more than 40 years, the story of the Waldensians has been told through music, dance and drama. They were a religious sect from Italy that migrated to North Carolina in 1893 to establish a colony at Valdese. oldcolonyplayers.com

From This Day Forward Outdoor Drama, Old Colony Players Amphitheater,

West Jefferson
Ashe County Cheese, 106 E. Main St., (800) 445-1378. North Carolinas oldest cheese plant, producing quality cheese since 1930. See it made via our viewing room open year round at no charge on days were creating our tasty cheeses. Then stop by our shop, where we have 20 varieties of original cheese, as well as our own county butter, homemade fudge and the popular fresh cheese curds, plus other locally made items. ashecountycheese.com

Waldensian Heritage Wines, 4940 Villar


Ln. N.E., (828) 879-3202. Experience wines crafted in the Waldensian tradition. Tours, tastings and sales are available Thursday through Sunday, or by appointment.

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Ski School (Adult & Children)

Vertical Drop (Slopes)

Ski & Winter Recreation Resorts


Appalachian Ski Mtn., Blowing Rock Beech Mountain resort, Beech Mountain Cataloochee Ski Area, Maggie Valley hawksnest resort, Seven Devils Sapphire Valley Ski Area, Sapphire Scaly Mountain outdoor Sports Park, Highlands Sugar Mountain resort, Sugar Mountain Wolf ridge Ski resort, Mars Hill

Number of Slopes

Independent

Group Rates

Surface Lifts

Snowboarding

Night Skiing

Chairlifts

Lodging

Rentals

Phone

Website

(800) 322-2373

www.appskimtn.com www.beechmountain resort.com www.cataloochee.com

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Food

(800) 438-2093

830

15

(800) 768-0285

740

17

(800) 822-4295 www.hawknest-resort.com

(828) 743-7663

www.skisapphire.com

200

(828) 526-3737 www.scalymountain.com

(800) 784-2768

www.skisugar.com

1,200

20

(800) 817-4111

www.skiwolfridgenc.com

700

23

67067

Tubing Run

Ice Skating

Nursery

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accommodations
The following list of accommodations in the Mountains region is arranged alphabetically by city. You may find more detailed information on any of these accommodations online at visitnc.com or the individual propertys website. An index to advertisers is on page 168.

Restaurant On-site

Almond
Exercise Room

HOTELS/MOTELS

Freemans Motel & Cottages (828) 488-2737 freemansmotel.com

Land of Living Water Cabins (877) 721-1900 landoflivingwater.com Whispering Pines Log Cabins (321) 632-3471 nor thcarolinacabins.com

Baymont Inn Biltmore (877) 229-6668 baymontinns.com / asheville Best WesternBiltmore East (888) 230-1228 bestwestern.com

Grand Bohemian Hotel (877) 274-1242 bohemianhotel asheville.com Country Inn & Suites-West (800) 456-4000 countr yinns.com / ashevillenc_west Courtyard (800) 321-2211 courtyard.com Crowne Plaza Tennis & Golf Resort (800) 733-3211 ashevillecp.com Days Inn-Asheville Mall (800) 329-7466 daysinn.com Days Inn-Biltmore East (866) 949-9914 ashevilletrips.com Days Inn-North (800) 329-7666 daysinn.com DoubleTree-Biltmore (828) 274-1800 biltmorefarmshotels.com
Advertising Partner, p. 62

Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Downtown (828) 225-5550 holidayinn.com/ asheville-dw tn
Advertising Partner, p. 62

VACATION RENTALS
Complimentary Breakfast

A Dogwood Cove Cabin (828) 488-1657 dogwoodnc.com Green Mountain Inn (239) 898-5253
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Arden
Comfort InnAsheville Airport (828) 687-9199 comfor tinn.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

GuestHouse International Inn-Biltmore (800) 465-4329 guesthouseintl.com

Holiday InnBiltmore East (828) 298-5611 biltmorehotels.com Holiday InnBiltmore West (800) 678-2161 holidayinnbiltmore.com

Internet

Turkey Creek Campground (828) 488-8966 turkeycreekcamp ground.com

Quality Inn & Suites-Biltmore South (800) 228-5151 biltmorefarmshotels.com


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Biltmore Farms Hotels (828) 771-2271 biltmorefarmshotels.com


Advertising Partner, p. 62

Blue Ridge Motor Lodge (828) 254-0805 Brookstone Lodge (877) 798-5888 brookstonelodge asheville.com Budget Motel (828) 665-2100 Comfort Inn West (800) 228-5150 comfor tinn.com Comfort SuitesBiltmore Square Mall (800) 622-4005 comfor tsuites biltmore.com

Andrews
Indoor Pool

Hampton Inn Biltmore Square (800) 426-7866 ashevillehampton inns.com

HOTELS/MOTELS

A Country Hearth Inn (828) 321-2176 countr yhearth.com

Bent Creek Lodge (877) 231-6574 bentcreeknc.com

Homewood Suites (800) 225-5466 ashevillehomewood suites.com


Advertising Partner, p. 62

Outdoor Pool

Valley Town Motor Court (828) 321-4280


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Parkway Lane (828) 684-9147 parkwaylane.com

VACATION RENTALS

Hampton Inn Tunnel Road (800) 426-7866 ashevillehampton inns.com Haywood Park Hotel (800) 228-2522 hay woodpark.com

Hotel Indigo-Downtown (877) 270-1392 hotelindigo.com / ashevillenc Howard Johnson Inn (800) 446-4656 hojo.com Inn on Biltmore Estate (800) 858-4130 biltmore.com
Advertising Partner, p. 62

Andrews Southern Charm Bed & Breakfast (828) 321-2348 andrewssouthern charm.com Cozad-Cover House Bed & Breakfast (828) 321-1017 coverhousebandb.com Hawkesdene House Mountain Retreat (800) 447-9549 hawkesdene.com
VACATION RENTALS

Ashley Creek RV Park (828) 684-8030

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Downtown Inn & Suites (828) 254-9661 Econo Lodge-Biltmore (800) 553-2666 econolodge.com

Asheville
Aloft-Downtown (828) 232-2838 starwoodhotels.com / alofthotels The Altamont (828) 270-7747 myaltamont.com Asheville Arthaus Hostel (828) 423-0256 avlhostel.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Country Inn & Suites-Asheville Mall (800) 456-4000 countr yinns.com Country Inn & Suites-Biltmore Square Mall (877) 670-9001 countr yinns.com / ashevillenc

Extended Stay America (800) 398-7829 extstay.com Fairfield Inn & Suites (828) 665-4242 marriott.com /avlbs Four Points-Downtown (888) 854-6897 fourpoints.com/asheville

Hilton-Biltmore Park (828) 209-2700 biltmorefarms hotels.com/hilton


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Intown Motor Lodge (828) 252-1811 Motel 6 Asheville (800) 466-8356 motel6.com Mount-Vue Motel (828) 258-9001 The Mountaineer Inn (800) 255-4080 mtinnasheville. homestead.com

Fernwood Cottage (828) 321-4442 fernwoodcottage.com

Holiday Inn Express & Suites (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/ asheville-mall

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Quality Inn & Suites-Biltmore East (877) 299-5519 qualit yinnbiltmore.com Ramada Biltmore West (800) 925-5486 ramada.com Ramada River Ridge (800) 836-6732 ramadariverridge.com Red Roof Inn (800) 733-7663 redroof.com Renaissance Hotel (800) 468-3571 ashevillerenaissance.com Rock Haven Terrace Motel (828) 255-0219 Rodeway Inn (877) 577-8737 rodeway1.com Rodeway Inn & Suites-Biltmore Square (877) 354-8800 rodeway1.com Sleep Inn-Biltmore (828) 277-1800 biltmorefarmshotels.com
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Value Place (828) 418-1400 valueplace.com Whispering Pines Motel (828) 665-1611
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

ASIA Bed & Spa (828) 255-0051 ashevillespa.com At Cumberland Falls Bed & Breakfast Inn (888) 743-2557 cumberlandfalls.com Beaufort House Victorian Inn (800) 261-2221 beauforthouse.com A Bed of Roses (888) 290-2770 abedofroses.com Biltmore Village Inn (866) 274-8779 biltmorevillageinn.com Black Walnut Bed & Breakfast Inn (800) 381-3878 blackwalnut.com Bridle Path Inn (828) 252-0035 bridlepathinn.com Carolina Bed & Breakfast (888) 254-3608 carolinabb.com

Cedar Crest Inn (800) 252-0310 cedarcrestinn.com Chestnut Street Inn (800) 894-2955 chestnutstreetinn.com Corner Oak Manor (888) 633-3525 corneroakmanor.com Crooked Oak Mountain Inn (877) 252-9219 crookedoakmountain inn.com 1889 WhiteGate Inn & Cottage (800) 485-3045 whitegate.net 1847 Blake House Inn Bed & Breakfast (888) 353-5227 blakehouse.com 1899 Wright Inn and Carriage House (800) 552-5724 wrightinn.com Hill House Bed & Breakfast Inn (800) 379-0002 hillhousebb.com

Lion & the Rose Bed & Breakfast (800) 546-6988 lion-rose.com 1900 Inn on Montford (800) 254-9569 innonmontford.com North Lodge on Oakland B&B (800) 282-3602 nor thlodge.com Oakland Cottage Bed & Breakfast (866) 858-0863 vacationinasheville.com Pinecrest Bed & Breakfast (888) 811-3053 pinecrestbb.com Princess Anne Hotel (866) 552-0986 princessannehotel.com Sourwood Inn (828) 255-0690 sourwoodinn.com Sweet Biscuit Inn (866) 280-0170 sweetbiscuitinn.com

Abbington Green Bed & Breakfast Inn (800) 251-2454 abbingtongreen.com Aberdeen Inn (828) 254-9336 aberdeeninn.com Albemarle Inn (800) 621-7435 albemarleinn.com AppleWood Manor Inn Bed & Breakfast (800) 442-2197 applewoodmanor.com Asheville Green Cottage (828) 707-6563 ashevillegreen cottage.com Asheville Seasons Bed & Breakfast (828) 236-9494 ashevilleseasons.com

Sleep Inn-Biltmore West (866) 901-1033 ashevillesleepinn.com SpringHill Suites (888) 287-9400 springhillsuites. com/ AVLSH Super 8-Biltmore (828) 505-4648 super8.com Thunderbird Motel (828) 298-4061 Town House Motel (828) 253-8753

Residence Inn (800) 331-3131 residenceinn.com


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The Residences at Biltmore (866) 433-5594 residencesatbiltmore.com

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Asheville Cabins of Willow Winds


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Experience Ashevilles all-suite luxury hotel. Located within minutes of historic downtown Asheville, Biltmore and the citys finest dining. Make Yourself at Home at this premier hotel. Most suites have a breathtaking view of the mountains. Enjoy richly appointed, elegant one-bedroom suites with separate living area. Full breakfast included. Make your mountain vacation dream come true. AAA Three Diamond.

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Twenty-five luxury cabins on delightful 40-acre forested property with trout pond, stream, waterfall, gardens and fountains. All cabins are tastefully decorated, completely equipped and beautifully furnished. Amenities include wood burning fireplaces, decks, hot tubs and much more. Luxury, serenity and comfort await you!

88 Tunnel Rd. I-240, Exit 6 Asheville, NC 28805 (828) 252-5400 (800) CALL-HOME www.ashevillehomewoodsuites.com
Indoor Pool

(800) 235-2474 www.ashevillecabins.com

Outdoor Pool

Biltmore Farms Hotels


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Inn on Biltmore Estate


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The DoubleTree by Hilton Asheville-Biltmore provides upscale ambiance in a distinctive, historical setting in Biltmore Village, with 197 well-appointed guest rooms and suites. The AAA Four Diamond Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park offers sustainable luxury in a modern, mixed-use community, overlooking the French Broad River. For more information, please visit our website.

Discover luxurious comfort at the Inn on Biltmore Estate the only lodging on the grounds of Americas largest home. Enjoy relaxed elegance, fine dining, outdoor activities including the Land Rover Experience Driving School, Orvis-endorsed Fly-fishing School and The Spa each inspired by the Vanderbilt legacy of hospitality and gracious living.

Welcome to Ashevilles all-new smokeand pet-free accommodations. All rooms include free wired and wireless high-speed Internet, 32 LCD TVs, microwaves, refrigerator, iron, hair dryer, coffeemaker and in-room safe. Hotel features include indoor/outdoor pool/spa, exercise facility and well-equipped business center. Relax and enjoy our comfortable fullservice restaurant and lounge that features great food and drinks.

(828) 274-1800 www.BiltmoreFarmsHotels.com

(877) BILTMORE www.biltmore.com

(828) 225-5550 www.holidayinn.com/asheville-dwtn

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Asheville Cabins of Willow Winds (800) 235-2474 willow winds.com

RESORTS

The Grove Park Inn (800) 438-5800 groveparkinn.com


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PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Balsam
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Iron Skillet Farmhouse Inn (877) 776-9505 theironskillet.com Little Main Street Inn & Suites (828) 898-6109 lit tlemainstreet.com 1902 Turnpike House Bed & Breakfast (888) 802-4487 1902turnpikehouse.com The Perry House Bed & Breakfast (877) 806-4280 perryhouse.com
VACATION RENTALS

Paramount Realty (828) 898-6006 paramountrealty.com Serenity Haven (828) 898-5762 serenityhaven.net Sugar Mountain Lodging (828) 898-7800 sugarmountain lodging.com Sugar Mountain Resort Rentals (800) 438-4555 staysugarmountain.com
RESORTS

Bat Cave
VACATION RENTALS

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Balsam Mountain Inn (800) 224-9498 balsaminn.com


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Bat Cave River Cottages (828) 625-9300 batcaverivercot tages. com

Asheville Connections Luxury Rentals (888) 861-9487 asheville connections.com Asheville Swiss Chalets (828) 776-0509 ashevilleswiss chalets.com Bittersweet Cottage & Suite (828) 712-2414 bit tersweetcottage.com Blue Ridge Cabins (877) 902-2246 brcabin.com Carolina Mornings (855) 398-0712 carolinamornings.com Carolina Mountain Rentals (828) 230-6613 carolinamountain rental.com Crest Mountain Vacation Homes (828) 252-7787 crestmtn.com /index.ph p?page =accomodations Downtown Asheville Loft (828) 545-0565 vrbo.com/ 230487 Festiva Biltmore Village (855) 533-7848 festiva-biltmore village.com Ginnys Cabin mountainvacation cabins.com Log Cabin Motor Court (800) 295-3392 cabinlodging.com The Pines Cottages (888) 818-6477 ashevillepines.com The Urban Nest (828) 777-7073 ashevilledowntown condo.com

Asheville Bear Creek RV Park & Campground (800) 833-0798 ashevillebearcreek.com Asheville Taps RV Park (800) 831-4385 ashevilletapsrvpark.com Brevard Road Campground (828) 667-4500 Campfire Lodgings RV & Campground (800) 933-8012 campfirelodgings.com Clairmont Crest RV Park (828) 252-6561 clairmontcrest.com French Broad River Campground (828) 658-0772 ncrivercamping.com Tipi Camp Asheville (828) 665-9337 ncmmt.com

Moonshine Creek Campground (828) 586-6666 moonshinecreekcamp ground.com

Chimney Rock Cottage (828) 699-5131 homeaway.com /vacation -rental/p378059 Dowling Cabins (828) 625-5400 dowlingcabins.com Grist Mill River Cottage (877) 371-5100 distinctivemtnlodging. com/GristMillRiver.html River View Cabins (800) 584-4255 riverviewcabins.com Riverside Cottages (828) 625-4479

Balsam Grove
At The Ridge Campin (828) 877-2172 attheridge.com Lazy J Campground (828) 966-3834
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Sugar Mountain Resort (800) 784-2768 skisugar.com


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A and W Mountain Rentals (828) 898-9188 aandwrentals.com

Barnardsville
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Banner Elk
HOTELS/MOTELS

Aadvisor Realty of the High Country (800) 940-5006 Antler Realty (800) 337-4099 antlerrealty.net Blue Ridge Cabin Rentals (828) 898-7788 brcabinrental.com Blue Ridge Mountain Log Cabins & Condo Rentals (828) 898-5328 Fall Creek Meadows (800) 834-4118 beechmountain.net Four Seasons at Beech Mountain (828) 387-4211 beechgetaway.com Foxfire Rentals (828) 898-7578 fox firerentals.com Hemlock Ridge (888) 547-7598 highsouth.com/ hemlockridge Irmolot Lodge (800) 865-6674 irmolotlodge.com The Lodging Center (800) 722-1754 Mountain Cabin Retreat (828) 898-9771 Mountain Retreats Realty (800) 819-7647 ncmountain retreats.com

Best Western Mountain Lodge (877) 877-4553 Blue Ridge Village (828) 898-9737 festivaresor ts.com

Hawk & Ivy Bed & Breakfast (888) 395-7254 hawkandiv y.com

as heville

Bakersville
Priors Creek (828) 688-6333 priorscreek.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

SmokeTree Lodge (800) 422-1880 smoket ree -lodge.com


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

BirdTown Guesthouse & Little Bird Cabin (828) 467-2094 homeaway.com /vacation -rental/p130348 The Croft (888) 773-5455 Laurel Creek Cottage (282) 688-9699 geocities.com/laurel creekcottage Yellow Bird Co. (800) 332-2473
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

VACATION RENTALS

Azalea Inn Bed & Breakfast (888) 898-2743 azalea-inn.com

Banner Elk Inn Bed & Breakfast (800) 295-7851 bannerelkinn.com Banner Elk Winerys Blueberry Villa (828) 898-9090 bannerelkwinery.com Cornerstone Cabins & Cottages (828) 898-3115 cornerstonerentals.com The Inn at Elk River (828) 898-9669 elkriverinn.com

66690

Saylor Lake RV Park (800) 874-4387

The Residence Inn Biltmore provides an ideal location for extended stay travelers near Biltmore Village, Mission Hospital and Biltmore. Having completed a full renovation in July 2012, the all-suite hotel boasts full kitchens with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, new flooring, modern furniture and more!

(828) 281-3361 www.biltmorefarmshotels.com

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Creekside Mountain Camping Resort (800) 248-8118 creeksidecamping.com

Beech Mountain Slopeside Chalet Rentals (800) 692-2061 slopeside.com Beech Ski & Golf House (704) 824-9865 beechskihouse.com Beechs Cozy Cottage (828) 260-0031 beechsvacation cabins.com A Bit of Heaven Chalet (941) 475-2719 abitofheavenchalet.com Chalet Realty (866) 587-8643 chaletrealty.net Crystals Beech Mountain Rentals (828) 962-4466 beechmtnrentals.com Emerald Mountain (828) 387-2000 emeraldrealt yand rentals.com 4 Seasons at Beech (828) 387-4211 beechgetaway.com Great Escape Lodge (770) 621-9400 greatescapelodge.com Miami Beech Condo (305) 448-5431 beechcondo.com Mountain Interval (828) 355-5511 mountainintervalbeechmtn.com Pinnacle Inn Resort (800) 405-7888 pinnacleinnresort.com The Red Rooster Inn (954) 963-4605 cyberrentals.com A Rio Vista Property (828) 387-2992 vrbo.com/122456 Round House Retreat (800) 258-6198 roundhouseretreat.com Trillium Lodge (828) 260-6739

Comfort Inn (800) 228-5150 comfor tinn.com The Monte Vista Hotel (828) 669-8870 themontevistahotel.net Super 8 (800) 800-8000 gosuper8.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Cottage over Yonder (828) 669-6762 GreyBeard Rentals (828) 669-1072 rentals.greybeardrealty.com Helens Place (828) 298-1659 High Rock Cabins (954) 608-6023 homeaway.com /vacation -rental/p180559 High Rock Log Cabin (828) 231-3147 Joyful Moments (828) 664-0981 Lake Eden Events & Lodging (828) 713-9471 lakeedenevents.com Linger Lake Lodge (865) 805-8247 lakelurevacation rental.com The Lodge at Catawba Falls Preserve (828) 284-7893 blackmountainvacation home.com Rock Creek Retreat (352) 871-2262 rockcreekretreat.com Snowy Cove Cottage (828) 230-0885 snowycovecot tage.com Tuckaway Vacation Homes (877) 268-1895 tuckawayvacation homes.com Village of Cheshire (828) 669-6657 villageofcheshire.com

Blowing Rock Lodge (800) 606-9160 blowingrocklodge.com Boxwood Lodge (828) 295-9984 box woodlodge.com Cliff Dwellers Inn (828) 295-3098 cliffdwellers.com Green Park Inn (828) 414-9230 greenparkinn.com Hemlock Inn & Suites (828) 295-7987 hemlockinn.net Hillwinds Inn (800) 821-4908 thevillageinnsof blowingrock.com
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Gideon Ridge Inn (828) 295-3644 gideonridge.com The Inn at Ragged Gardens (828) 295-9703 ragged-gardens.com Ragged Gardens Maple Lodge (828) 414-9254 raggedgardensmaple lodge.com Springhaven Inn (828) 295-6967 Sweet Season Bed & Breakfast (828) 295-3772 sweetseasonbb.com The Victorian Inn (828) 295-0034 thevictorianinnblowing rock.com
VACATION RENTALS

Restaurant On-site

Beech Mountain
Beech Alpen Inn (866) 284-2770 beechalpen.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Exercise Room

Top of the Beech (866) 284-2770 beech-mountain.org


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Arbor House of Black Mountain (866) 669-9303 arborhousenc.com

Bella Luna Inn (800) 249-6979 bellalunainn.com Black Mountain Inn (800) 735-6128 blackmountaininn.com Friendship Lodge Bed & Breakfast (828) 669-9294 Inn Around the Corner (800) 393-6005 innaroundthecorner.com The Madison Inn (828) 669-4785 madisoninn-nc.com Raspberry Hill Bed & Breakfast (828) 333-5148 raspberryhillbandb.com Red Rocker Inn (888) 669-5991 redrockerinn.com Tree Haven Bed & Breakfast (828) 669-3841
VACATION RENTALS

Complimentary Breakfast

Archers Mountain Inn & Luxury Cabin Rentals (888) 827-6155 archersinn.com

Internet

Above The Horizon Vacation Rentals (877) 777-8554 mountainmikerealty.com Accommodations Center of Beech Mountain (800) 258-6198 beechmountain.com Albies Ursa Manor (561) 859-5434 vrbo.com/106307 Alpine Beech Rentals (785) 212-0295 Barbaras Place (336) 263-2443 medicalprep.info Bear-E-Kozy (239) 481-2001 beechmountain rental.com Beech Mountain Chalet Rentals (800) 368-7404 gobeech.com Beech Mountain Realty & Rentals (800) 845-6164 beechmountain realt y.com A Beech Mountain Skyview Chalet (404) 876-1203 beechmountain chalet.com

VACATION RENTALS

Holiday Inn Express (828) 295-4422 hiexpress.com/ blowingnc Homestead Inn (828) 295-9559 homestead-inn.com Meadowbrook Inn (800) 467-6626 meadowbrook-inn.com Mountainaire Inn & Log Cabins (828) 295-7991 mountainaireinn.com Ridgeway Inn (800) 821-4908 thevillageinnsof blowingrock.com
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Adas Cottages (800) 264-6144 vrbo.com/ 335490

Indoor Pool

Appalachian Ski Mtn. Slopeside Lodging (800) 322-2373 appskimtn.com/planyour-trip/slopeside-lodging A Bears Den Cabin (704) 258-4665 abearsden.com Blowing Rock Mountain Forest Retreat (828) 295-3013 Blowing Rock Mountain View (877) 237-3763 home.earthlink.net / ~baylesb Blowing Rock Resort Rentals (828) 295-9899 blowingrockresort rentals.com Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals (800) 237-7975 blueridgerentals.com Hastings House (800) 276-6798 thehastingshouse.com Hidden Garden Apts. & Cottages (828) 295-3275

Outdoor Pool

Blowing Rock
HOTELS/MOTELS

Azalea House (828) 669-8520

Black Bear Cabin (800) 770-9055 Black Mountain Haus (407) 846-6818 Black Mountain Log Cabin vrbo.com/142880 Cabin Creek Lodge (888) 521-3841 cabincreeklodge.com Cabin in the Clouds (901) 753-6257

Alpen Acres Motel (888) 297-7981 alpenacres.com

The Village Inn (800) 821-4908 thevillageinnsof blowingrock.com


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B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Black Mountain
Acorn Motel (828) 669-7232
HOTELS/MOTELS

Alpine Village Inn (828) 295-7206 alpine-village-inn.com Azalea Garden Inn (828) 295-3272 azalea-garden-inn.com Blowing Rock Inn & Mountain Villas (828) 295-7921 blowingrockinn.com

The Bob Timberlake Inn at Chetola Resort (800) 243-8652 bobtimberlakeinn.com Crippens Country Inn (877) 295-3487 crippens.com

Apple Blossom Motel (828) 669-7922

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Hound Ears Club (828) 963-4321 houndears.com Jenkins Rentals (800) 438-7803 jenkinsrentals.com Ledford House (800) 626-2282 Lentz Cottage (800) 626-2282 Riverside Log Cabin Rentals (828) 263-0507 myster yhill-nc.com /jo omla/index.php?option =com_content&view= article&id=7&Itemid=8 Suddreth Cottage (866) 800-9899 Swiss Mountain Village (888) 785-1188 swissmountain.com Two Bear Cubs Rentals (828) 295-3065 twobearcubs.com
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Country Inn & Suites (828) 264-4100 countr yinns.com / boonenc Courtyard (828) 265-7676 marriott.com Fairfield Inn & Suites (866) 871-7425 hgmhotels.com Greenes Motel (828) 264-8845 Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 Hidden Valley Motel (828) 963-4372 hiddenvalleymotel.com Highland Hills Motel (800) 948-5276 highlandhillscabins.com Holiday Inn Express (888) 733-6867 expressboone.com La Quinta Inn & Suites (828) 262-1234 Mountain Villa Motor Lodge (800) 525-5861 Red Carpet Inn (800) 443-7179 bookroomsnow.com Sleep Inn (828) 262-0020 sleepinn.com /ires/ en-US/html/HotelInfo? hotel= NC514 Smoke Tree Lodge (800) 422-1880 Super 8 (800) 560-5942
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Anderson Mountain Rentals (828) 262-1004 andersonmtnrentals.com Birdsong Log Cabin Rentals (704) 906-0856 birdsongcabin.com Blue Ridge Vacation Cabins (866) 880-1372 blueridgevacation cabins.com Carolina Cabins (866) 677-0077 carolinacabins.cc Creek House (828) 262-1237 Flannery Fork Properties (828) 268-0046 Fletchers Vacation Rentals (828) 963-7588 fletchers-rentals.com

New River Lindal Cedar Home (828) 265-1021 wataugaland.com Paradise off the Parkway (828) 264-2414 A Parkways Edge (704) 650-8568 parkwaysedge.com Pine Hill Rentals (888) 464-3433 Winklers Creek Cabins (828) 264-2863 winklerscreekcabins.com
RESORTS

Flintlock Campground (828) 963-5325

Rodeway Inn (828) 862-4200 rodeway1.com Sunset Motel (828) 884-9106 thesunsetmotel.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Bostic
VACATION RENTALS

Mountain Lookout Cabin (863) 648-4691 vrbo.com/162423 Smokeys Lodge (813) 956-9022 vrbo.com/138002

Inn at Brevard (828) 884-2105 theinnatbrevard.com Inn on Main Street (888) 884-4770 theinnonmainstreet.com The Red House Inn (828) 884-9349 brevardbedand breakfast.com
VACATION RENTALS

Crestwood (877) 836-5046 crestwoodnc.com

Brasstown
Trout Cove Cabins (888) 389-3584 troutcovecabins.com
VACATION RENTALS

Yonahlossee Resort & Club (800) 962-1986 yonahlossee.com


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Brevard
Holiday Inn Express (828) 862-8900 brevardexpress.com Pisgah Inn (828) 235-8228 pisgahinn.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Adeles In-Town Retreat (434) 981-6756 vrbo.com/ 231105

Chetola Resort (800) 243-8652 chetola.com

Foscoe Realty Rentals (800) 723-7341 foscoeren tals.com

Blue Bear Mountain Camp (828) 406-4226 bluebearmountain.com Boone KOA (800) 562-2806 koa.com/camp grounds/boone

Appalachian Havens (828) 884-6712 appalachianhavens.com Bartons River Bungalow (828) 736-2173

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PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Buffalo Camp RV Park (828) 295-7518

Boomer
VACATION RENTALS

Wilderness Lodge (336) 921-2277 ncwildernesslodge.com

Boone
Best Western PlusBlue Ridge Plaza (828) 266-1100 bestwestern.com / plusblueridgeplaza Boone Trail Motel (828) 264-8839 Comfort Suites (888) 854-5959 comfor tsuites.com/ires/ en-US/html /HotelInfo? hotel=NC052
HOTELS/MOTELS

Gragg House (800) 242-1636 gragghousebandb.com Lovill House Inn Bed & Breakfast (800) 849-9466 lovillhouseinn.com Window Views Bed & Breakfast (800) 963-4484 window views.com ADN Log Cabin Rentals (800) 237-7975 adnlogcabinrentals.com
VACATION RENTALS

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A Bears Rest (863) 660-7772 abearsrest.net Big Branch Cabins (828) 885-2972 bigbranchcabins.com A Loft at the Heart of Brevard (864) 363-9667 aloftinbrevard.com Meadowside (828) 885-2974 brevardvacation rentals.com A Mountain Loft (828) 808-5767 Mountain Rentals (828) 884-8847 tinyurl.com/mountain rental Mountain Song (803) 730-3866 mountainsong.org Mountain Vista Realty (828) 883-2938 mountainvistarealt y.biz Once Moore (843) 838-7913 vrbo.com/115893 Point of View (828) 553-2456 vrbo.com/166960 Rainbow Lake Resort (828) 862-5354 rainbowlake.com Residential Property Management (828) 877-3434 connesteefalls rentals.com Streamside Cabin vrbo.com/ 20503 Treehouse at Golden Pond (888) 729-7329 whitesquirrelshoppe. com/rental.htm Trout House Falls (704) 691-2131 trouthousefalls.com 22 Times Arcade (828) 553-5070 homeaway.com /vacation -rental/p229911 Valley View Cabin (828) 696-8779 valley viewcabin.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Bryson City
Deep Creek Lodge (828) 488-2587 deepcreeklodge tubing.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Fryemont Inn (800) 845-4879 fryemontinn.com

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Black Bear Estates (941) 921-0904 rentforvacation.com BooLons Nantahala Cabin (904) 254-8386 boolonscabin.com Bryson City Cabin Rentals (888) 483-3630 brysoncit ycabin rentals.com Bryson Patch Cabin Rentals (828) 488-1005 smokeymountain.net Bryson View Cabin Rentals (800) 457-5900 A Cabin on Horseshoe Hill (828) 488-6705 sites.google.com/site / horseshoehillcabin Carolina House (561) 743-5598 carolinahouse.net Carolina Mountain Vacations (877) 488-7500 carolinamountain vacations.com Carolina Vacation Lodging (800) 468-7238 carolinaoutfitters.com Chazums Place (828) 488-6639 Chestnut Cove Cottage (828) 488-2987 Chestnut Lodge on Deep Creek chestnutlodgeondeep creek.com Choo Choo House choochoohouse.com Clampitts Cottages (828) 488-9304 clampittcottages.com Comfort Mts. Getaway Vacations (828) 488-8183 The Cottage (828) 488-4388 itsver ygood.com / apartment/rent /com/ id/109947/li/ The%20 Cot tage Cottages In The Garden (828) 488-9858 greenacres-realty.com Cozy Bear Cottage (616) 866-9730

A Cozy Log Cabin hometown.aol.com/ mrgrantone /myhome page/business.html Creekside Cabins (828) 488-2235 creeksidecabins.net Deep Gap View Rental homeaway.com /vacation -rental/p240498 Dogwood Log Cabin (828) 488-2991 vrbo.com/ 254180 Eagle Cove Mountain Cabins (828) 488-9866 eagleretreat.com Earls Alarka Home (828) 488-6637 virtualcities.com/vacation /nc/m/ncm99v1.htm Euchella Mountain and Lake Cabins (800) 446-1603 euchellacabins.com Falling Waters Adventure Resort (800) 451-9972 fallingwatersresor t.com Falls Melody (850) 556-9881 fallsmelody.com Galbreath Creek Cabins (877) 943-8292 galbreathcreek cabins.com Great Smokys Cabin Rentals (800) 655-9771 greatsmok yscabin rentals.com Hanna/Walls Cabin Rental dkjwebs.com/cabin.html Heart of the Smokies Log Cabin Rentals (828) 488-6658 heartofthesmokies.com Heaven on Earth Cabins (866) 586-8058 heavenonearth cabins.com Hidden Creek Cabins (888) 333-5881 hiddencreekcabins.com Historic Estes Cabin (828) 497-4515 estescabin.com Hyatt Farm Cabin (828) 488-6573 J&Ks Cabin Rental (828) 369-3556 jandkscabinrental.com

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Blue Ridge Vistas (828) 553-8879 blueridgevistas.com Bradley Creek Falls Lodge (352) 267-9189 bradleycreekfalls.com Cabin at Jensen Mill (828) 553-4517 vrbo.com/172276 Cabins in Willoughby Woods (828) 877-6247 cabinsinwilloughby woods.com Canoe Point Lodge (828) 884-8847 vrbo.com/118570 Charlaire (703) 356-7771 vrbo.com/ 249214 Cherryfield Manor (828) 966-9663 cherry fieldmanor.com Circa 1850 Hubbard House (828) 885-2227 vrbo.com/13545 Deer Ridge Property Management (828) 862-8134 deerridgepm.com Deerwoode Lodge & Cabins (828) 553-8571 deerwoode.com Down to Earth Cottages (828) 884-7572 downtoearthcottages.com Flying Squirrel Lodge (270) 759-1946 vrbo.com/401401 Gran Delights (828) 553-9678 brevardnc.net/ grandmamas Greene Acre (828) 885-8212 vrbo.com/181969 Hilltop Cabin (828) 490-4589 vrbo.com/ 20503 A Lakefront Mountain Retreat vrbo.com/143907

Gracey Manor (828) 488-2483 graceymanormotel.com Lakeview at Fontana (800) 742-6492 lakeviewnc.com Lloyds on the River (888) 611-6872 lloydsontheriver.com Microtel Inn & Suites (800) 771-7171 microtelinn.com Mountain Laurel Motel (828) 488-7600 mountainlaurelmotel.net Relax Inn (828) 488-2127 greatsmokies.com/ relaxinn Ridge Top Motel & Campground (866) 415-9692 ridgetopmotel.com Riverbend Lodging (877) 272-3125 riverbendlodging.com Rosewood Inn (828) 488-2194 greatsmokies.com/ rosewoodinn Sleep Inn (800) 753-3746 sleepinnbryson citync.com Two Rivers Lodge (828) 488-2284 tworiverslodgenc.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Hemlock Inn (828) 488-2885 hemlockinn.com Historic Calhoun Hotel (828) 488-1234 calhouncountryinn.com The Sabbath House (828) 488-0600 sabbathhouse.com West Oak Bed & Breakfast & Cottages (828) 488-2438 westoaklodging.com
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Complimentary Breakfast

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AAAA Luxury Log Cabin (888) 296-2821 vrbo.com/vrbo/7732.htm Abalsam Mountain/ Lake Chalet (800) 446-1603 main.nc.us/Euchella Absolute Heaven Retreat (678) 648-3202 greatsmokeycabins.com / absolute Acorn Hollow Lodge (828) 736-1397 acornhollowlodge.com Aimees Cabins (828) 497-1740 aimeescabins.com Alarka Creek Cabins (828) 488-3842 alarkacreekcabins.com Alarka Peaceful Creek (828) 488-0913 vipads.com/cabin_ rentals /br ysoncity/ hayes.htm Alarkas Hidden Hollow Retreat (828) 488-1995 wnchiddenhollow retreat.com Angel Cabins (828) 488-8152 angelcabins.com Annas Deep Creek Cabin Rentals (828) 488-6446 annasdeepcreek cabins.com B Js Deep Creek Rentals (828) 488-3018 bjsdeepcreekrentals.com The Bears Den (678) 580-0118

Outdoor Pool

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Calhoun House Inn & Suites (828) 788-0505 calhounhouse.com Charleston Inn (888) 285-1555 charlestoninn.com Folkestone Inn (888) 812-3385 folkestone.com

Ash Grove Mountain Cabins & Camping (828) 885-7216 ash-grove.com

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Jakes Place (828) 488-3864 jakespl.com Knotty Knoll Cabin Rental (813) 920-4488 Lacey Lodge on Cherokee Valley (732) 525-2401 laceylodge.com Lands Creek Log Cabins (828) 488-9793 landscreek.com Laurel Creek Cabin (850) 386-7229 vrbo.com/125751 Little Laurel Creek Rentals (828) 488-6665 Longview Cabin vrbo.com/ 28792 Meadowbrook Log Cabin Rentals (866) 586-8058 Mountain Bear Cabins (386) 956-9193 mountainbearcabins.com Mountain Elegance (239) 777-0680 mountainelegance.net Mountain Home (423) 698-8701 vrbo.com/ 58880 Mountain Vista Log Cabin (888) 508-4838 mountainvistalog cabins.com Nantahala Cabins (877) 488-1622 nantahalacabins.com Nantahala Outdoor Center (800) 232-7238 noc.com O and As Mountain Getaway (985) 290-2996 oandasmountain getaway.com Ocona Lake Estates (813) 254-7611 oconacabin.com Ocona Log Cabin (888) 488-3809 oconalogcabin.com Omni Cabins (828) 488-9129 omnicabins.com 1 Smoky Mountain Rental (828) 488-1713 The Other Place (813) 503-7541 cyberrentals.com/USA/ Nor th-Carolina/ Nor thCarolina-Mountains / vacation-cabin-Br yso Paradise Found A Frame (770) 321-8338 Peaceful Creek Rentals (828) 736-1453 greatsmokies.com/ peacefulcreek Pointe Overlook Hideaway Cabin (850) 256-3307 home.bellsouth.net /p/ pwp-pointeoverlookcabin Raccoon Ridge Properties (828) 399-9765 cherokeevacation rental.com Retreat in the Sky (803) 732-5826 vrbo.com/vrbo/3362 Rhododendron Cottage (828) 488-2571 Rock Creek Cabins (888) 572-7001 rockcreekcabins.com Rose Hollow (828) 488-6177 Settlers Mountain (800) 476-8027 set tlersmountain.com Shepherds Retreat (828) 488-9836 cyberrentals.com/NC/ Shep2BRYS.html Silver Creek Cottage (828) 226-1885 silvercreekcottage.com Skyview Cottage (646) 279-1039 homeaway.com /vacation -rental/p280020 Sleeping Dog Cabin Rental (828) 488-3530 sleepingdogcabin rentals.com Smoky Mountain Retreat (828) 488-6347 smokymtretreat.com Sophies Choice Cabin (828) 488-2386 white-water.com /cabins Stonewood Cabin (800) 470-4718 stonewoodcabin.com A Tall Poplar (828) 488-5249 rentalsforvacations.com Toot Hollow Haven (704) 616-3596

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Tranquility (336) 449-7761 homeaway.com /vacation -rental/p183154 Trout Run (828) 488-3529 25 Walden Pond (269) 921-9001 smokymtnwalden pond.com Up Up and Away... From it All (828) 331-0770 Watershed Cabins (877) 784-0688 watershedcabins.com Whispering Pines (866) 767-0888 whisperingpinesdeluxe rentals.com Whispering Winds (828) 736-6443 brysoncit ylogcabins.com Whistle Stop Lodge (419) 227-0303 whistlestoplodge.com Yellow Rose Realty (800) 528-0760 yellowroserealt y.com Nantahala Village Resort & Spa (800) 438-1507 nvnc.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS RESORTS

Almond Boat & RV Park (828) 488-6423 almondboatpark.com Bearhunters Campground & RV Park (828) 488-1953 greatsmokies.com/ bearhunter Cabins at Nantahala (888) 447-4436 cabinsatnantahala.com Country Boys RV Park (800) 833-0435 greatsmokies.com/ countryboys Deep Creek Tube Center & Campground (828) 488-6055 deepcreekcamping.com Ela Campground (828) 488-2410 elacampground.com Hide Away Campground (828) 488-2083 nor thcarolinagetaway. com /hide Kirkland Creek Campground (828) 488-6482 kirklandcreekcamp ground.com Lost Mine Campground (828) 488-6445 lostminecampground.com Nantahala Wesser Campground (828) 488-8708 greatsmokies.com/ nantahalawesser

P & J Campground (828) 488-6841 Smoky Mountain Campground (828) 488-3302 smokymtncamp ground.com Smoky Mountain Meadows Campground (828) 488-3672 smokymtnmeadows.com

VACATION RENTALS

Alpine Village (828) 675-4103 alpine-villageresort.com

Appalachian Retreat (828) 675-5036 An Artful Hideaway (828) 682-6567 yummymudpuddle.com Austins Tamarack (828) 682-9882 Bird House Retreat (828) 678-3327 birdhouseretreat wnc.com Blackberry Cabin (407) 688-7580 blackberr yridge cabins.com Cabin at the Swinging Bridge (828) 675-5159 swingingbridge cabin.com Cabin Branch (828) 682-0005 purpleroofs.com /cabin branch-nc.html A Cabin by the Creek (828) 682-6114 cabinbythecreek.com Cabin on the Green (828) 682-3001 blueridge-cabin.com Carolina Mountain Realty Rentals (828) 682-6166 carolinamtnrealty.com / rentals/html/rentals2.html Carriage Cottage (828) 682-7437 premiermtnvacation rentals.com

Burnsville
Alberts Inn & Bavarian Village (828) 675-4691
HOTELS/MOTELS

Carolina Country Motel (828) 682-6033 carolinacountryinn.com


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Celo Inn (828) 675-5132 celoinn.com

The Colonial Inn Guest Rooms (828) 682-2304 Nu Wray Inn (828) 682-2329 nuwrayinn.com NuWray Inn (800) 368-9729 thenuwrayinn.com Terrell House Bed & Breakfast (828) 682-4505 terrellhousebandb.com

All Seasons RV Park (828) 488-4870

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Cattail Creek Cabin Rentals (828) 682-9643 cabin-nc.com Chandler Property Management (828) 675-0449 mountmitchell vacation.com Country Home (828) 208-7520 vrbo.com/428375 Crabtree Creek Cottage (828) 675-4678 Pristine Vacation Rentals (828) 682-9968 wncvacationrentals.com A River Cabin (828) 682-7550 rivercabin.com The Rivers Edge Retreat (828) 682-1174 Riverside Treehouse (828) 675-1881 Riverwalk Vacation Rentals riverwalkvacations.com Robertson House (828) 467-9184 Serendipity mtmitchell-cabin.com Thurston Associates (800) 675-5074 thurstonassociates.com/ result.php?table =rental A Treehouse at Mountain Farm (904) 759-0045 mountain-cabins-nc.com A Victorian Mansion (954) 294-3263 Winter Star Retreat (828) 682-3217 winterstarretreat.com Youngs Rental (828) 645-3683 Clear Creek Guest Ranch (800) 651-4510 clearcreekranch.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS RESORTS VACATION RENTALS

Cabins of Asheville (828) 768-7368 cabinsofasheville.com The Farm Cabins and Cottages (828) 667-0666 thefarmcabins.com

Rivermont Cabins (888) 648-6373 rivermont.com Treasure Cove Cabins (828) 627-6037 treasurecovecabins.com Waterstone Cottage (404) 995-0320 waterstonecottage.com Springdale Country Club (800) 553-3027 springdalegolf.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS RESORTS

Lakeshore Mountain Hide-Away (941) 923-4103 Mountain Vacation Rentals (888) 743-0258 greatmountain vacations.com Pebble Creek Village (828) 743-0623 pebble-creek.com Reid Real Estate (828) 743-5955 suereidrealt y.com The River Cottage (828) 743-5163 Tumblin Creek Chalet (828) 743-2504 High Hampton Inn & Country Club (800) 334-2551 highhamptoninn.com
RESORTS

Chestnut Tree Inn (828) 497-9181 magnusonhotels.com Chief Motel (828) 497-3701 Comfort Inn (800) 228-5150 Comfort Suites (800) 228-5150 Cool Valley Motel (828) 497-4558 Cool Waters Motel (828) 497-3855 Days Inn-Smoky Mountains (828) 497-3424 Drama Motel (828) 497-3271 Eagles Nest Motel (828) 497-9218 Econo Lodge (800) 424-6423 choicehotels.com/ hotels/nc475 El Camino Motel (828) 497-3600 Fairfield Inn & Suites (828) 497-0400 Frontier Motor Lodge (828) 497-9293 Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 Harrahs Cherokee Hotel (800) 427-7247 harrahs.com/casinos/ harrahs-cherokee /hotel -casino/propert y-home. shtml Hemlock Motel (828) 497-9439 Homestead Inn (828) 497-9488 Indian Valley Motel (828) 497-2397 Microtel Inn & Suites (888) 771-7171 microtelcherokee.com Newfound Lodge (828) 497-2746 Ocona Valley Motel (828) 497-4618 Oconaluftee Motel (828) 488-3712 Pageant Hills Motel (800) 255-5371 Papoose Motel (828) 497-9508 Pink Motel (828) 497-3530 Pioneer Motel (828) 497-2435

Restaurant On-site

Mountain Springs Cabins (828) 665-1004 mtnsprings.com OKelleys Farm House (828) 337-3361 vrbo.com/171097 Wilderness Haven (786) 468-7624 wildernesshavennc.com
RESORTS

Exercise Room

Dogwood Cottage at Cattail Creek (828) 682-2938 Estes Mountain Retreat (888) 272-9885 Grandmas House (828) 682-7911 yanceychamber.com/ sites/gdmshouse High Pastures Christian Retreat (828) 682-3138 highpastures.org Highs NC Mtn. Retreat (828) 682-9612 highmountain retreat.com Home with Cecile (828) 682-9290 homewithcecile.com Hunter Hill Lodge (828) 658-3736 Kroons Mountain Vacation Rentals (866) 620-9229 ncmountainrental.com Lilas Mountain Getaway (407) 688-7580 Mamas Mountain Home (828) 682-7078 Mount Mitchell Golf Club (828) 675-5454 mountmitchellgolf resort.com Mountain Farm (828) 675-4856 Mountain Laurel Retreat (828) 675-5365 Mountain River Retreat (828) 675-5286 mountainriver retreat.com Mt. Mitchell Cottage cyberrentals.com Mt. Mitchell Vacation Rentals lodgerental.com

Laurel Bank Campground (828) 235-8940

Complimentary Breakfast

Pisgah View Ranch (866) 252-8361 pisgahviewranch.net


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Riverhouse Acres (888) 646-0303 riverhouseacres.com Riverside Campground (828) 235-9128

Cedar Mountain
The Sassy Goose (828) 966-9493 sassygoose.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Internet

Asheville West KOA (800) 562-9015 koa.com/campgrounds/ asheville-west Stony Fork Creek RV Park (828) 702-1973 asheville-candlerstony forkcreekrvpark.com

Cashiers
Hampton Inn & Suites (828) 743-4545 hamptoninn.hilton.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

Indoor Pool

Cabin at Bunyan Gap (803) 419-6694 Spur of the Moment (704) 363-8934
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

VACATION RENTALS

Canton
Comfort Inn of Canton (800) 228-5150 comfor tinn.com/hotel/ nc437 Days Inn Canton (800) 329-7466 daysinnofcanton.com
VACATION RENTALS HOTELS/MOTELS

Outdoor Pool

Laurelwood Mountain Inn (800) 346-6846 laurelwoodmountain inn.com Millstone Inn (888) 645-5786 millstoneinn.com
VACATION RENTALS

Black Mountain Campground (828) 682-6146

Black Forest Family Camping Resort (828) 884-2267 blackforestcampground.com

Candler
HOTELS/MOTELS

Brookings Lodge (828) 743-3768 brookingsonline.com Cabins in the Laurel (828) 743-2621 nc-cabins.com

Cherokee
HOTELS/MOTELS

Days Inn-West (800) 329-7466 daysinn.com/candler 06116 Nakon Motel (828) 667-4543 Plantation Motel (828) 667-1649

Changes in Attitude (352) 332-0617

Cold Mountain Cabins (828) 734-0217 coldmountaincabin rentals.com Cold Mountain Retreat vrbo.com/102183 Perrys Place (407) 884-0969 rentperrysplace.com

Cashiers Resort Rentals (877) 747-9234 cashiersresortrentals.com Doherty & Willson Real Estate (828) 743-3242 Hampton Realty (828) 743-2411 Janes Aeire Cottages (828) 743-9002 Lakehouse (800) 772-3359 nclakehouse.com

Baymont Inn (800) 301-0200 baymontinns.com /hotel /17875 Best Western-Great Smokies Inn (800) 528-1234 bestwestern.com Broken Arrow Motel (828) 497-2813 Cherokee Inn (866) 884-7479 Cherokee Motel & Cabins (828) 497-3872 Cherokee Plaza Motel (800) 535-4798

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Fox & Fiddle Inn (828) 665-9830 foxandfiddle.net

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Princess Motel (828) 497-5732 Quality Inn (800) 424-6423 Qualla Motel (828) 497-5161 Ramada Limited (800) 849-5263 River Park Inn (828) 497-4575 Rivers Edge Motel (828) 497-7995 cherokeesmokies.com/ riversedgemotel Riverside Motel (877) 643-1439 Sleep Inn (800) 753-3746 sleepinn.com Soco Valley Motel (828) 497-7502 Thunderbird Motel (828) 497-2212 Tsali Motel (828) 497-5855 Wagon Train Motel (828) 497-4300 Whitetrees Motor Court (828) 497-2017 Wigwam Motel (828) 497-3431 Appaloosa Log Cabins (828) 497-9658 Bear Claw Cabins (828) 497-2522 Big Dons Cabins (828) 497-7205 Birds Nest Villa (828) 497-3806 Cabins in the Pines (828) 497-9709 Camp Davis Guest House (828) 252-2468 campdavis4u.com Cherokee Cabins (828) 497-7655 Country Breeze & Rivers Edge Log Cabins (828) 497-5766 Dancing Stones (828) 497-3015 dancingstones.com Eljawa Log Cabins (828) 497-7204 Gadushi Cabin (800) 217-4436 Grandview Cabins (828) 497-5849 Great Smoky Mountain Log Cabin Rentals (828) 497-6182 gsmcabins.com
VACATION RENTALS

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Homestead Cabins (828) 497-9488 Huskeys Cabin Rentals (828) 497-2643 The Log House (828) 497-3956 Mountain View Log Cabins (800) 392-1003 Mt. Noble Cabins (828) 497-5051 Ol Smoky Log Cabins (828) 497-6922 Panther Creek Lodge (866) 282-0884 panthercreekresort.com Panthers Den (828) 497-9571 Pioneer Cottages (828) 497-2435 Rivers Edge Cabin (828) 497-2522 Sleepy Hollow Cabins in the Cove (828) 497-9811 Smokey Mountain Cabins (828) 497-0088 Sycamore Log Cabins (828) 497-9068 Totem Pole Rentals (828) 497-2917 Tsali Cabins (828) 497-5855 Waterrock Garden Retreat (828) 252-2468 waterrockgarden.com Wildflower Cottages (828) 497-2523
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Riverside Campground (828) 497-9311 Soco Road Campground (828) 497-6630 Standingdeer Campground (828) 497-4234 Standingwolfe Campground (828) 497-9725 Stoney Campground (828) 497-9200 Twin Forks RV Park (828) 497-9709 Wagon Train Campground (828) 497-4300 Welch Campground (828) 497-4716 Wolf Campground (828) 497-9868 Yogi Bears Jellystone Park (877) 716-6711 jellystone-cherokee.com

VACATION RENTALS

Ashleys Lazy Lodge (941) 504-0213 chimneyrockcabin.com

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

VACATION RENTALS

Ashleys Waterfall Cabin (941) 504-0213 chimneyrockcabin.com Mountain Village Chalets (877) 682-2246 vacationcabins.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Adawehi Wellness Retreat (828) 894-5260 adawehi.com

Along The River Cottage (800) 984-7680 alongtheriver cottage.com Arrowmont Stable & Cabins (800) 682-1092 arrowmont.com Sundog Places (828) 293-1000 sundogvacation rentals.com Tuckaseigee Valley Cabins (888) 906-7409 tuckaseigeevalley cabins.com Western Carolina Rentals (828) 293-2460 wcrentals.com

Butterfly Creek Inn (877) 894-6393 but ter flycreekinn.com


VACATION RENTALS

Hickory Nut Falls Family Campground (828) 625-4014 hickor ynutfallsfamily campground.com

Pine Shadows Chalet (904) 434-5519 homeaway.com /vacation -rental/p128491 Rosewood Chalet (941) 371-1333 Shady Branch Cabin (828) 243-1844 Woodlane House (828) 894-8241 woodlanehouse.com

Clyde
Browns Cozy Creek Cabin (866) 603-9442 brownscoz ycreek cabin.com
VACATION RENTALS

Deep Gap
Adeles Cabin at Pond View (336) 921-2699 pondview.home stead.com
VACATION RENTALS

Chimney Rock
HOTELS/MOTELS

Carter Lodge on the River (828) 625-8844 car terlodge.com

Buffalo Creek Vacations (828) 550-0960 buffalocreekvacations.com Fines Creek Properties (877) 600-7173 finescreekrentals.com Oak Mountain Haven homeaway.com /search/ keywords/131739 Three Bear Holler (828) 399-9462 threebearholler.com Turkey Creek Cabins (770) 862-4833 turkeycreekcabins.com Wits End Cabin (828) 231-6386 vrbo.com/188086

Creston
New River House at the Peak (704) 392-1444 anewriverhouseatthepe ak.com
VACATION RENTALS

Powder Horn Mountain (828) 264-4649

Chimney Rock Inn (800) 625-2003 chimneyrockinn.net The Esmeralda Inn (888) 897-2999 theesmeralda.com Evening Shade River Lodging (828) 625-4774 eveningshade.net Falls Country Motel (828) 625-0999 fallscountrymotel.com Judys Motel (828) 625-1151 Valley Court Riverside Motel (828) 625-4166 valleycourt.net
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Crumpler
Carson Log Cabin Rental (336) 982-2463 carsonlogcabin. netfirms.com River Watch Farm (704) 636-1890 riverwatchfarm.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS VACATION RENTALS

Dillsboro
Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites (800) 937-8376 bwriverescape.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

Adventure Trail Campground (828) 497-3651 atcampground.com

Dillsboro Inn (866) 586-3898 dillsboroinn.com

Cherokee/Great Smokies KOA Resort Campground & Kabins (800) 825-8352 cherokeekoa.com Happy Holiday RV Park & Campground (800) 633-2977 Mile High Campground (828) 497-2230 Mingo Falls Campground (828) 497-9944 River Road RV Park (828) 497-5209 River View Campground (828) 497-9080

Collettsville
Brown Mountain Lodge Vacation Home (704) 408-0196 brownmountainlodge.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Twin Rivers Campground (336) 982-3456

Jarrett House (800) 972-5623 jarret thouse.com Olde Towne Inn Bed & Breakfast (828) 586-3461 dillsboro-oldetowne.com
VACATION RENTALS

Cullowhee
University Inn (828) 293-5442
HOTELS/MOTELS

Fibber MaGees Riverfront Inn & Hickory Nut Cottages (866) 480-0466 fibbermagees.com

Columbus
Days Inn (800) 768-5667 daysinn.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

River Lodge Bed and Breakfast (877) 384-4400 riverlodge-bb.com

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Applegate Retreat (828) 506-3463 Bella Vista (786) 253-0209 bellavista.cc

First Choice Realty (800) 826-7361 firstchoiceof dillsboro.com

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High Top Mountain Cottages (800) 581-3383 mountaindog.net Winding Waters Cottage (828) 586-3328 windingwaters cottage.com NC Mountain Retreat at Little River (276) 773-2865 pagesbyluna.com / jbgcabin Riverbend of Alleghany (336) 852-3140 vrbo.com/ 20862 Heintooga Cottage (828) 628-3615 cabins.com/usa/nc/nc_ asheville_015/nc_ asheville_heint_015.html Moores Pond Vacation Rentals (828) 712-2753 burnhamwoods.com/ moorespond Sharon Spring Cabin (828) 628-4075 sharonspringcabin.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS RESORTS

Mansouri Mansion (828) 693-6016 mansourimansion.com


VACATION RENTALS

Highland Lake Inn (800) 762-1376 hlinn.com


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Holiday Inn-Airport (800) 465-4329 hulsinghotels.net/ holiday_inn.htm


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Restaurant On-site

East Flat Rock


Mapleton Cottage (863) 651-9036 vrbo.com/ 367390
VACATION RENTALS

Etowah
Guest House on Little Mountain (828) 691-0155
RESORTS VACATION RENTALS

Apartments at Twin Oaks (828) 692-6379 apartmentsat twin oaks.com

Lakewood RV Resort (888) 819-4200 lakewoodr vresor t.com Park Place RV Park (828) 693-3831 parkplacervpark.com Phil & Anns RV Park (800) 753-8373 Twin Ponds RV Park (828) 693-4018 nctwinponds.com

The Tudor House Bed & Breakfast (828) 687-7604 englishtudorhouse.com


VACATION RENTALS

Barn on Hungry River (828) 685-0147 Four Seasons Guest House (941) 539-6780 homeaway.com /vacation -rental/p342302 Highland Lake Properties (828) 692-1359 highlandlake.net Kenmure Country Club (800) 345-1860 kenmure.com Lakemont Cottages (800) 597-0692 lakemontcottages.com Mill House Lodge (800) 736-6073 millhouselodge.com Windy Hill (828) 692-0893 vrbo.com/ 384174

Exercise Room

Ferguson
Leatherwood Mountains (800) 462-6867 leatherwood mountains.com
VACATION RENTALS

A Tranquil Blue Ridge Mountain Retreat (828) 891-8050 vrbo.com/16232


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Edneyville
Eagles Rest Lodge (941) 539-6780 homeaway.com /vacation -rental/p342312
VACATION RENTALS

Complimentary Breakfast

Etowah Valley Country Club & Golf Lodge (800) 451-8174 etowahvalley.com

Fairview
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Fleetwood
Fall Creek Vacation Rentals (336) 877-3131 fallcreekvacation rentals.com Fleetwood Falls (336) 877-1110 fleetwoodfalls.com
VACATION RENTALS

Rutledge Lake Travel Park (828) 654-7873 rutledgelake.com

Flat Rock
HOTELS/MOTELS

Elk Park
The Little Campground (828) 733-8412
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Fontana Dam
The Hike Inn (828) 479-3677 thehikeinn.com
RESORTS HOTELS/MOTELS

Internet

Arbor Lights Country Manor (828) 628-1417

Holiday Inn Express (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com

Chalet Quietude cabininasheville.com


Indoor Pool

VACATION RENTALS

Mountain Inn & Suites (828) 692-7772 mountaininnflatrock.com Mountain Lodge (828) 693-9910 mountainlodge flatrock.com

Ennice
Little River Paradise alleghanync.com / 1littleriverparadise.html
VACATION RENTALS

Driftys Getaway (828) 628-9977

Fontana Village Resort (800) 849-2258 fontanavillage.com


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PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Fletcher
Budget Inn (828) 684-2200
HOTELS/MOTELS

Outdoor Pool

Clarion-Airport (828) 684-1213 ashevillencairport hotel.com Comfort Inn-Airport (800) 228-5150 comfor tinn.com Days Inn-Airport (800) 329-7466 daysinn.com Econo Lodge-Airport (800) 553-2666 econolodge.com Fairfield Inn-Airport (888) 236-2427 marriott.com /avlnc Hampton Inn & Suites-Airport (800) 426-7866 ashevillehampton inns.com

Off the Deep Inn Cabin Rentals (828) 479-1251 off thedeepinn.com

Tumbling Waters Campground (828) 479-3814 tumblingwaters.com

Forest City
HOTELS/MOTELS

Gardos Motel (828) 245-0111

Holiday Inn Express (888) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/forestcitync Jameson Inn (800) 526-3766 jamesoninns.com Quality Inn (800) 424-6423 qualit yinn.com

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Ramada Limited (800) 272-6232 ramada.com Thrifty Motel (828) 245-0444 Bed and Barn Farms (828) 248-4463 bedandbarnnc.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS VACATION RENTALS B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

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Blaine House Bed & Breakfast (828) 524-3633 blainehouse.com

A Captains Cabin (954) 927-1366 vrbo.com/ 290333 Carolina Mountaintop Homes (800) 820-1210 cmthomes.com Cat Creek Realty (828) 369-2473 catcreek.com / vacren.html Circuit Rider Retreat (828) 421-3271 Corrieglen Cottages (828) 524-5358 corrieglencottages.com Cozy Log Cabin (800) 438-8493 Dancing Bear Cabin (828) 506-2045 franklinvacation rental.com Daves Place for 2 (828) 369-2628 franklin-chamber.com/ davesplace Desoto Trail Realty (800) 438-8493 desototrailrealty.com Doves Rest Log Cabins (828) 524-3133 cabins.com/usa/nc/nc_ franklin_001/nc_frank lin_doverest _001.html A Dream Cabin (404) 499-8607 dream-cabin.com Eagles Crest Vacation Cabins (828) 369-7348 Farm View Cottage (828) 524-7392 farmviewcottage.com Franklin Vacation Home Rentals (886) 771-3010 homeaway.com /vacation -rentals/nor th-carolina/ franklin/r5408 Golf Villas at Mill Creek Country Club (828) 421-5823 franklingolfrentals.com Heritage Inn (828) 524-4150 heritageinnbb.com Hideaway Cottage & Log Cabin Rentals (828) 369-5344 franklin-chamber.com/ hideaway Highlands Pass (800) 679-7976 highlandspass.com

Hillbanks Rentals (828) 369-9735 Home Away From Home (734) 425-7743 cyberrentals.com/nc/ blevcash.html Home on 40-Acre Estate (828) 283-3894 vrbo.com/ 276950 Lakeshore Cottage (305) 870-1600 home.bellsouth.net /p/ pwp-lakeshorescottage Lakeview Cottages (828) 369-5141 franklin-chamber.com/ lakeviewcottages Langford Log Cabin (828) 369-8433 A Little Slice of Smokey Mountain Heaven (706) 206-0962 flipkey.com/ 300014 A Little Touch of Heaven (828) 524-4136 alittletouchof heaven.com Longview Cottages (828) 524-1905 longviewcottages. 8k.com/index2.html Luxury Mountainview/ Riverview Home (828) 342-6480 vacationhomerentals. com/vacation-rentals/ Franklin-North-Carolin a-vacation-rental-hom e-proID-13908.html Mini Niagara Falls (828) 524-6513 apex-ephemera.com/ mininiagara Moose Lodge (828) 349-4649 cabins.com/usa/nc/nc_ franklin_003 /nc_frank lin_moose_003.html A Mountain Getaway Rental (305) 546-9046 kenneyrentalhomes.com A Mountain Swiss Chalet (305) 559-5875 amountainswiss chalet.com Mountainview Golf Rental (828) 342-3135 vrbo.com/ 260090 Myers Snuggery (828) 369-5533 Oak Grove Cabins (828) 369-0166 oakgrovecabins.com

Ole Gregory Mine House (828) 332-7233 mountainrentalhome franklinnc.com Orchard Hill-Cottage (828) 349-2925 vrbo.com Patterson Realty Vacation Rentals (828) 524-8555 pri-realt y.com Primrose Cottage (828) 371-0675 primrosevacation cottage.com Ray & Sandys Log Retreat (828) 349-4227 masonbranchlog cabin.com Rest in the Mountains (800) 499-9310 restinthemountains.com Rivendell Cabins (800) 994-6462 rivendellcabin.com River Bear Cabin (904) 519-8300 riverbearcabin.com Ruby Mine Hideaway (828) 524-5697 Sit A Spell Cabin (877) 680-1989 sitaspellcabins.com Sleepy Hollow Mountain Cabins (877) 682-8850 sleepyhollowmountain cabins.com Smoky Mountain Heaven (904) 669-5038 vrbo.com/ 95672 Taylors Mountainside A-Frame (239) 281-9862 franklin-chamber.com/ taylorsmtnside Theodore Waterbury (904) 642-0252 geocities.com/ entedandbo Timber Frame Rentals (828) 421-0352 timber framerentals.com Wayah Creek Cottages (800) 559-8280 franklin-chamber.com/ wayahcreek Wayah Getaway (828) 524-4379 Wayah Waters Cottages (828) 506-9843 inthesmok ymountains. com/wwcc

Whisper Mountain Vacation Rentals (800) 501-8316 whispermountain.com Wide Horizon Cottage Rentals (828) 369-3240 horizoncr.com A Wilderness Mountain Retreat (305) 505-2444 wildernessretreatnc.com Wildflower Cabin Rentals (877) 686-5263 wildflowercabin rentals.com Wonderful Earth Treasures (828) 369-5343 onesource-rentals.com A Woodland Mountain Cottage (941) 795-2111 wmcottage.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Buttonwood Inn (828) 369-8985 but tonwoodbb.com Cat Creek Lodge (828) 524-0991 catcreeklodge.com Heritage Inn (828) 524-4150 heritageinnbb.com Oak Hill Country Inn (800) 587-6374 Code 07 oakhillcountryinn.com Snow Hill Inn (828) 349-5999 snowhillfranklinnc.com Whisperwood Bed & Breakfast (828) 369-3690
VACATION RENTALS

Foothills Family Campground (828) 245-4064 foothillsfamilycamp ground.com

Foscoe
Grandfather Mountain Campground (800) 788-2582 grandfatherr v.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Franklin
Barbers Motel (888) 805-1457 barbersmotel.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

A Angel Mountain Cabin (828) 349-4512 angelmountaincabin.com Aunt Dobsons Farmhouse (859) 485-6712 auntdobsonfarmhouse. 8k.com Barefoot Trace (863) 280-5360 Bates Cabins (828) 342-7764 batescabins.com Bear Paw Cabin (828) 369-0047 franklin-chamber.com/ bearpawcabin Bearfoot Lodge (813) 932-5402 vacationrentals.com/v acation-rentals /93003. html A Bearpaw Wilderness Retreat (305) 219-9284 vbro.com/183736 Big Bear Log Cabin Rentals (866) 349-0099 bigbearfranklin.com Bloom Cottage (954) 782-6294 franklin-chamber.com/ bloomcottage Buckwood Log Lodge (866) 524-4811 buckwood.com

Cartoogechaye Creek Campground (800) 880-2267 franklin-chamber.com/ car toogechaye.html Country Woods RV Park (828) 524-4339 countr ywoodsrvpark.com Cullasaja River RV Park (800) 843-2795 campnc.com Franklin RV Park & Campground (828) 349-6200 franklinr vpark.com The Great Outdoors RV Resort (828) 349-0412 gor vresor t.com Great Smoky Mountains RV Park & Campground (828) 369-5295 fishcamp.biz Happy Valley Campground (828) 524-0506 wncoutdoors.com High Country Haven (888) 815-4783 highcountryhaven.com Mi Mountain Campground (800) 441-6155 mimountaincamp ground.com

Carolina Motel (828) 524-3380 carolinamotel.com Colonial Inn (866) 265-6466 colonialinnfranklin.com Comfort Inn (800) 221-2222 comfor tinn.com/hotelfranklin-nor th_ carolina-NC373 Hampton Inn-Franklin (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.com Havens Budget Inn Motel (828) 524-4403 Knights Inn-Franklin (828) 524-6491 knightsinn.com Microtel Inn & Suites of Franklin (888) 403-1700 microtelfranklinnc.com Sapphire Inn (800) 401-0072 sapphireinn.net

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Mountain Springs Campground & RV Park (828) 524-0469 Old Corundum Millsite Campground (828) 524-4663 oldcorundumcamp ground.gocampin.com Old Mill Campground at River Place (828) 369-3484 oldmillcamp groundnc.com Outside Inn Campground (828) 349-1846 Pines RV Park and Cabins (828) 524-4490 gocampin.net / pinesrvpark RiverBend RV Park & Campground (828) 524-7846 Rose Creek Campground (828) 524-3225 rosecreekcamp.com The RV & R at Cardinal Ridge Farm (828) 524-8090 cardinalridgefarm r vandb.com Shady Cove RV Park (828) 349-9751

Glen
Wyndham Resort at Fairfield Sapphire Valley (800) 533-8268 wyndhamvacation resorts.com
VACATION RENTALS

Pineapple Cove (828) 743-2730

Hayesville
HOTELS/MOTELS

Tusquittee Campground & Creekside Cabins (828) 389-8520

Claddagh Inn (866) 770-2999 claddaghinn.com Echo Mountain Inn (828) 693-9626 echoinn.com 1898 Waverly Inn (800) 537-8195 waverlyinn.com Elizabeth Leigh Inn (828) 808-5305 elizabethleighinn.com Inn on Church (866) 881-7111 innonchurch.com Melange Inn & Gardens (800) 303-5253 melangebb.com Pinebrook Manor (828) 698-2707 pinebrookmanor.com
VACATION RENTALS

Golden Valley
VACATION RENTALS

Chatuge Mountain Inn (800) 948-2755 Deerfield Inn (828) 389-8272 deerfield-inn.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Hendersonville
HOTELS/MOTELS

Restaurant On-site

Glen Alpine
The Inn at Glen Alpine Bed & Breakfast (888) 441-5133 innatglenalpine.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Golden Valley Getaways & Rocky Bottom Cabin (828) 247-0404 goldenvalley getaways.com

Hinton Rural Life Center (828) 389-8336 hintoncenter.org


VACATION RENTALS

Best Western Inn (800) 632-4066 bestwestern.com / prop_ 34113 Bonaire Motel (828) 693-4007

Exercise Room

Granite Falls
Thistle House Bed and Breakfast (888) 256-0745 thistlehousebb.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Complimentary Breakfast

Glendale Springs
Cottage at Darnell Ridge (336) 973-7839 darnellridge.com Mountain View Lodge & Cabins (800) 903-6811 mtnviewlodge.com Z Hollar Log Cabin (336) 817-0147 zhollar.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS VACATION RENTALS

Birdsong Villas (888) 668-7790 nclakerentals.com The Cottage at Vineyard Creek (800) 893-2940

Cedarwood Inn (800) 832-2032 cedarwood-inn.com Comfort Inn (800) 882-3843 comfor tinn.com Days Inn (800) 329-7466 daysinn.com Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 hendersonville. hamptoninn.com Mountain Inn & Suites-Airport (828) 684-0040 mountaininnairport.com Quality Inn & Suites (800) 424-6423 qualit yinn-suiteshvl.com Rainbow Motel (828) 692-1150 Ramada (800) 272-6232 ramada.com Red Roof Inn (800) 733-7663 redroof.com South Wind Motel (828) 693-4945 Southernaire Motel (828) 685-7711
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Grassy Creek
River House Country Inn (336) 982-2109 riverhousenc.com
VACATION RENTALS B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Hidden Cove Cabin (828) 835-8240 hiddencovecabin.com Julie Mountain Hideaway juliemountain hideaway.com LaFortes Country Cottages (828) 389-8343 McAllister Mountain Retreat (828) 389-6788 claycount y-ncchamber.com Mountain Streams Real Estate (828) 389-3398 Purple Pony Cottage (828) 389-8931 Tusquittee Log Cabins (828) 389-0975 Tusquittee Mountain Villa (828) 389-1719 langmountainvilla. weebly.com Windchime Cabin Rental (828) 389-1411
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Internet

Abbey Ridge Retreat (828) 891-4180 abbeyridgeretreat.com

Indoor Pool

Dove Cottage II (336) 982-2055 dovecottage vacation.com

Gerton
Peaceful Quest Retreats (800) 293-4658 peacefulquest retreats.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Raccoon Holler Campground (336) 982-2706 racoonholler.com

Nuthouse Cottage (336) 384-4963 nuthousecottage.com Zydeco Moon Cabins & Farm (336) 384-2546 zydecomoon.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Apple Blossom Cabin (843) 452-3246 homeaway.com /vacation -rental/p174714 Art Colony Cabins (828) 606-9798 artcolonycabins.com Beehive Cottages (828) 685-7702 beehivecottages.net Black Beary Cabin (941) 539-6780 homeaway.com /vacation -rental/p144811 Blue Ridge Cozy Cabin (828) 693-0975 blueridgecoz y.com Bungalow Vacation Rentals (828) 606-1957 ncbungalows.com The Cabin at Rooster Ridge (941) 539-6780 The Cabin Ridge (828) 606-5815 thecabinridge.com

Outdoor Pool

Glenville
Innisfree Victorian Inn (828) 743-2946 innisfreeinn.com
VACATION RENTALS B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Glade Valley
Blue Ridge Bed and Breakfast (336) 657-3000 blueridgebandb.net Glade Valley Bed and Breakfast (800) 538-3508 gladevalley.com
VACATION RENTALS B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Helton Creek Campground (336) 384-2320

Acclaimed Mountain View Cabins (770) 938-2574 angelfire.com/nc2/ AMtnViewCabin

Green Mountain
Carolina Keep (828) 675-4814 carolinakeep.com Eagles Nest (941) 922-6403 Whistlestop Cabin Rental (828) 682-2178
VACATION RENTALS

The Ole House (910) 579-7670 sparta-nc.com/ theolehouse

Fern Bank Cottage & Hemlock Hill Cottage (843) 785-4620 cashiersnc.com Lakeview Mountain Cabins (828) 743-5421 Mountain Vacation Cottages (828) 743-2946

Chatuge Cove Campground (828) 389-6155 chatugecovemarina.com Creekside RV Park on Shooting Creek (828) 389-8232 Ho Hum Campground (828) 389-6740 claycount y-ncchamber.com Shooting Creek RV Campground (866) 502-5055

Aunt Adelines Bed & Breakfast auntadelinesbedand breakfast.com Barker House 1891 Bed & Breakfast (828) 699-3291 barkerhouse1891.com

P Bar J Scenic Valley Farm (336) 657-8403

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Cardinal Cottage (828) 891-9507 vrbo.com/102718 Carolina Cottages (877) 577-7939 hendersonvillevacation rentals.com Carolina Moon Cabins (828) 685-1500 carolinamooncabins.com Carolina Mornings (877) 482-3686 carolinamornings.com Clear Creek Cabins (877) 715-2783 clearcreekcabins.com The Cottage at Druid Hills (828) 697-5053 The Cottage at Glen Galla (828) 808-0854 The Cottages of Flat Rock (828) 693-8805 thecottagesofflatrock.com Crab Creek Bed & Bale (877) 824-9779 crabcreekbedand bale.com Cranmore Cottages (888) 868-1779 cranmorecottages.com Dogwood (828) 702-3223 vrbo.com/187202 Extreme Mountain Cabins (828) 685-2605 extrememountain cabins.com Green Mountain Lodge (828) 272-0180 greenmountainlodge.net Hendersonville Cottage (828) 551-8932 vrbo.com/ 262933 Joy Vacation Homes (828) 274-9777 joy vacationhomes.com Laurel Cottage (828) 231-7769 vrbo.com/ 36362 Lazy Lake Cabins (828) 674-8302 laz ylakecabins.com Mountain Lake Inn Cottages (828) 692-6269 mountainlake cot tages.com Mountain Ridge Cottage (941) 743-4787 mountainridge cottage.com Pleasant View Cabin (828) 693-1352 Rooster Ridge Cabin (941) 539-6780 classiccarolina cabins.com The Round House (828) 693-7937 roundhousenc.com Shadow Run Cottage (267) 265-5751 home.comcast.net/ ~pete4159 Timber Lake Cabin (828) 393-7098 timberlake.ws TreeHouse (941) 539-6780 Villa Capri Cottages (828) 692-7660 villacapri.net White Squirrel Hill (828) 551-1846 homeaway.com /251933
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

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Highlands
HOTELS/MOTELS

Highlands Inn Lodge (828) 526-5899 highlandsinnlodge.com Highlands Suite Hotel (800) 221-5078 highlandssuitehotel.com Mitchells Lodge & Cottages (800) 522-9874 mitchellslodge.com Mountain High Lodge (800) 445-7293 mountainhighinn.com Skyline Lodge & Cabins (800) 575-9546 skyline-lodge.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Hidden Valley Cabins (828) 787-2027 hiddenvalleycabins nc.com Highlands Cashiers Real Estate (800) 684-2171 members.aol.com / pruhcr/homepage.htm Highlands Hideaway Cabin (404) 256-3222 cabinmountainrentals. com /highlands Highlands Resort Rentals (828) 526-5839 Mountain Cabins (828) 526-2674 Whiteside Cove Cottages (828) 526-2222 Old Edwards Inn and Spa (866) 526-8008 oldedwardsinn.com
RESORTS

Briar Rose Farm (828) 622-7329 briarrosefarm.com Broadwing Farm Natural Bath Cabins (828) 622-3647 broadwingfarm cabins.com C/K Cabin Rentals (828) 622-0079 ckcabins.com Conklins Cabin (828) 622-9618 madison.main.nc.us / ~gconklin Dancing Sun Cabins (828) 622-9569 dancingsuncabins.com Gazebo Cottage (828) 622-7795 Grandmas House hotspringsnc.org Hot Springs Log Cabins hotspringslogcabins.com Jubilee Cottage & Farm (828) 622-7550 Kanati Lodge (828) 622-7398 The Loft on the French Broad River (828) 622-7711 Max Patch Cabin (828) 505-1698 maxpatchcabin.com Max Patch Retreat (828) 622-9999 richmountainbound.com The Moore House (828) 230-9575 Mountain Side Cabins (828) 622-7647 mountainsidecabins.com Octagon House & Spring Creek Chalet (800) 586-5619 hotspringsnc.org Pleasant Bank Riverfront Rentals (828) 622-3595 pleasantbank rentals.com River Drive Cottage (828) 622-3205 hotspringsnc.org River Lodge Log Cabins (828) 622-7279 riverlodgelogcabins.com River Spirit (828) 622-9568 riverspirit.us

Rock Cottage (828) 622-7478 hotspringsnc.org The Short Porch hotspringsnc.org Springbrook Cottages (828) 622-7385 springbrook cottages.com Sunrise Lookout (828) 545-2892 sunriselookout.com Treehouse Cabins (828) 622-7296 hotspringstreehouse cabins.com Twin Springs Chalets (407) 552-1398 twinspringschalets nc.com Wilderness Lodge (828) 622-3784 wildernesslodgenc.com Winding Falls Cabin (828) 622-3518 windingfallscabin.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Chandler Inn (888) 378-6300 thechandlerinn.com Colonial Pines Inn (866) 526-2060 colonialpinesinn.com 4 1/2 Street Inn (888) 799-4464 4andahalfstinn.com Highlands House Bed & Breakfast (828) 787-1186 highlandshouse bandb.com Highlands Inn (800) 964-6955 highlandsinn-nc.com Inn at Half Mile Farm (800) 946-6882 innathalfmilefarm.com The Lodge at Mirror Lake (828) 342-2302 thelodgeonmirror lake.com Main Street Inn (800) 213-9142 mainstreet-inn.com Mountain Brook Suites (828) 526-5117 mountainbrooksuites highlandsnc.com Mountain Laurel Rest (828) 526-3447 mountainlaurelrest.com
VACATION RENTALS

Horse Shoe
Horse Shoe Cottages (828) 699-1005 horseshoecot tages.com Pisgah View (828) 606-2588 vrbo.com/193543
VACATION RENTALS

Hot Springs Resort & Spa (828) 622-7676 nchotsprings.com

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Hot Springs
Alpine Court (828) 622-3231
HOTELS/MOTELS

Meadow Fork Campground (828) 622-9505 meadow forkcamp ground.com /Business / Welcome.html

Apple Valley Travel Park (828) 685-8000 Blue Ridge Travel Trailer Park (828) 685-9207 blueridgetravelpark.com Jaymar Travel Park (828) 685-3771 Lazy Boy Travel Park (828) 697-7165 Red Gates RV Park & Cottages (828) 685-8370 redgatesr v.com Town Mountain Travel Park (828) 697-6692 townmountaintravel park.com

Icard
Icard Inn (828) 397-5573
HOTELS/MOTELS

Iron Horse Station (866) 402-9377 theironhorsestation.com Mountain Magnolia Inn & Retreat (828) 622-3543 mountainmagnolia inn.com
VACATION RENTALS

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Jefferson
Best Western Eldreth Inn (800) 221-8802 bestwestern.com / eldrethinnatmtjef ferson Highlander Motel (336) 246-2383 Jefferson Landing Club (888) 292-2310 jef fersonlanding club.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Chambers Agency Realtors (888) 526-3717 chambersagency.net

Absolute Heaven Mountain Accommodations (888) 808-8812 ncmountainview.com Bear Creek Cabins (828) 400-2933 bearcreekcabin.net

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VACATION RENTALS

Angel Mountain Cabin (800) 499-3555 angel-mountaincabin.com Ashe Cabin Fever Vacation Rentals (866) 312-3112 ncvacationcabin.com A Cabin on the River (336) 246-3728 Chambers Cabin (704) 607-3282 vrbo.com/ 241303

Geneva Riverside (828) 625-4121 genevarivermotel.com 1927 Lake Lure Inn & Spa (888) 434-4970 lakelure.com Riverside Village Motel (828) 625-2900 Willowbrook Inn (828) 625-1010 willowbrookinn.net
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Camp-View Cabin (828) 628-9200 vrbo.com/ 51965 Carolina Country Log Cabin (704) 804-3064 vrbo.com/ 58757 Carolina Properties (828) 625-9800 carolinaproperties.com Chestnut Cottage (828) 288-6976 chestnutcottage lakelure.com Chriss Cabin (843) 795-7628 Come On Inn (864) 843-4998 Coopers Cabin vrbo.com/ 55313 Dancing Bear (802) 434-4994 Dancing Falls (704) 543-5359 dancingfalls.com Distinctive Mountain Lodging (877) 371-5100 distinctivemtnlodging.com Dreamfinders Vacation Rentals (828) 625-9998 dreamvacationcabins lakelure.com Exclusive Mountain Properties (828) 287-2106 exclusivemountain properties.net First Class Mountain Retreat (828) 625-1676 vrbo.com/ 76502 Four Seasons Cabins & Cottages (888) 625-8714 fourseasons cottages.com Fox Run/Fairways of the Mountains (866) 469-8222 8664my vacation.com Honeymoon Cottage (727) 821-8811 vrbo.com/45240 Hutchinson Home (828) 287-9812

Lake Country Vacation Rentals (800) 742-9556 lakecountrync.com Lake Lure House (877) 876-3707 lakelurerental.com Lake Lure Log House (864) 337-0090 lakelureloghouse.com Lakefront at Fisher Court (828) 625-9050 stevegalerealty.com Ledfords Landing (704) 597-5743 vrbo.com/ 28758 Loose Moose Lodge (800) 788-3193 Ext. 122 loosemooselodge.com Lost Cove Road (305) 498-2437 vrbo.com/ 292285 LouBee Lure (828) 625-0217 vacationrentals.com/ vacation-rentals / 4562.html Manchesters Cabin vrbo.com/ 8638 Mary Anns Cabin (803) 517-4409 vrbo.com/102191 Maxs Lakeside Cabin (828) 582-7588 Moore House (864) 706-4050 Mountain Breeze Lodge on Bald Mountain Lake (828) 625-9330 mountainbreezenews.com /430wlakedrive /430wl akedriveindex.php Ole Blue (803) 446-6940 Papa Bobs Cabin (704) 597-5743 vrbo.com/ 34359 Pine Gables Cabins pinegables.com The Queen of the Lake (828) 691-5009 vrbo.com/ 309964 Rabbits Retreat (954) 303-0253 rabbitsretreat.com Rumbling Bald Resort (800) 419-3854 rumblingbald.com

Rustic Chalet (828) 429-1586 rcerentals.com Sadies Retreat (704) 763-9117 vacationrentalsby sadie.com The Sage Cottage (828) 667-9888 lakelurecottages.com 2nd Green Mountain Retreat vrbo.com/41592 Serenity Point (352) 394-5647 A Simple Life Cottage (843) 886-8033 vrbo.com/4637 A Simple Life Log Cabin (843) 886-8033 vrbo.com/ 58791 Snug Cove Cottage lakelurecottage.com Soule Haven (404) 934-6099 soulehaven.com Stoney Creek Farm (866) 352-2324 cabinlakelure.com Sugarbush Cabin (980) 428-2500 homeaway.com /vacation -rental/p236026 Tree Tops carolsvacation rentals.com Turkey Creek (828) 625-2875 turkeycreeklogcabin.com 204 Mark Twain Drive (704) 865-2129 vrbo.com/ 234786 Viewtiful (828) 674-1614 vrbo.com/ 292453 White Oak Cabin of Laurel Lakes (828) 625-0827 Wyndham Resort at Fairfield Mountains (800) 829-3149 wyndhamvacation resorts.com
RESORTS

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Rutherford Mountain Campground (828) 286-9006 ruther fordmountain campground.com

Restaurant On-site

Lake Toxaway
Cabins at Seven Foxes (828) 877-6333 sevenfoxes.com Cherokee Lodge (404) 664-1279 vrbo.com/ 285671 Condo on the Falls (941) 792-5240 vrbo.com/ 55621 Falls View at Toxaway (443) 864-3440 homeaway.com /302824 Getaway in Toxaway (770) 358-6592 laketoxawaylogcabin.com Hazel Fisher Realty (828) 966-9012 lake-toxawayestates.com Lake Toxaway Co. (800) 443-0694 laketoxaway.com / rentals.html Lake Toxaway Realty (828) 966-4029 lake-toxaway.com/ rentals.php Little Panther Tail (828) 966-4919 Newhart Camp (770) 640-6457 vrbo.com/ 53328 Susan Breedlove Properties (828) 966-4026 breedloveproper ties.com Earthshine Mountain Lodge (828) 862-4207 ear thshinemtnlodge.com Greystone Inn (800) 824-5766 greystoneinn.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS RESORTS VACATION RENTALS

Exercise Room

4 Seasons Vacation Rentals (866) 207-4837 4seasonsvacations.com High Mountain Cabin Rentals (866) 931-6210 highmountaincabin rentals.com High Mountain Creekside Cabins (800) 238-8733 highmountaincabins.com

Gaestehaus Salzburg Bed & Breakfast (877) 694-4029 gaestehaussalzburg.com Grafton Lodge & Cabins (828) 625-5567 graftonlodge.com Linne `Ardan (828) 625-8182 linneardan.com Lodge on Lake Lure (800) 733-2785 lodgeonlakelure.com
VACATION RENTALS

Internet

Complimentary Breakfast

Jonas Ridge
Alluring View B & B (828) 387-6669 alluringview.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Arbor Cabins at Lake Lure (828) 625-1171 arborlakelure.com Bald Mountain Lakefront (828) 687-4465 carolinavacation getaways.com Bent Creek Townhouse #3 (828) 625-1706 Best Value in Lake Lure (704) 533-1700 vrbo.com/401090 Buffalo Junction Properties (800) 321-8118 buffalojunction proper ties.com The Cabin in Lake Lure (828) 674-0901 hiddentreasuresrealty.com Cabin on Silver Tree Ridge silver treecabin.com

Indoor Pool

Outdoor Pool

Lake Junaluska
Lake Junaluska Conference & Retreat Center (800) 222-4930 lakejunaluska.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Lagoalinda Inn (877) 456-5246 lagoalindainn.com

Sunset Inn (800) 221-8499 sunsetorganization.com

Lake Lure
The Chalet Club (800) 336-3309 chaletclub.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Blue Ridge Motorcoach Resort (828) 966-9350 outdoor-resorts.com/ blueridge/index.php

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Panther Ridge RV Park and Campground (828) 966-9367 pantherridgecamp ground.com Riverbend RV Resort (828) 966-4214 riverbendrvresortnc.com Wild Woodys (336) 359-8432
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

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Leicester
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Gable Haus Country Inn & Linville Cottages (828) 733-9535 gablehausinn.com

Rocky Falls Retreat (704) 489-1559 rockyfallsretreat.com Whispering Creek Cottage whisperingcreek cot tage.com

Heart of the Valley Motel (800) 352-1451 hotelcastlepassagrille.com Hearth & Home Inn (828) 926-1845 hearthandhomeinn.com A Holiday Motel (877) 686-4386 holidaymotel.net Jonathan Creek Inn & Villas (800) 577-7812 jonathancreekinn.com Laurel Park Inn & Cottages (800) 451-4424 laurelparkinn.com Maggie Valley Creekside Lodge (800) 621-1260 creeksidelodge.com Maggie Valley Inn & Conference Center (866) 926-0201 maggievalleyhotel.com Martins Motel (828) 926-1541 Meadowbrook Resort (877) 926-1875

Meadowlark Motel (888) 326-1717 meadowlarkmotel.com Microtel Inn & Suites (800) 752-6230 microtelmaggie.com Ramada Limited (800) 305-6703 ramada.com Rocky Waters Motel (888) 224-4882 rockywatersmoteland cabins.com Rolling Brook Inn (828) 926-1581 Scottish Inn (800) 251-1962 scottishinn.com Smoky Falls Lodge (877) 926-7440 smokyfallslodge.com Smoky Mountain Lodge (866) 926-1570 thesmokymountain lodge.com Stony Creek Motel (800) 926-1196

Lansing
VACATION RENTALS

Randall Glen Resort (828) 683-5758 randallglen.com Wildberry Lodge B&B (866) 863-2525 wildberrylodge.com
VACATION RENTALS

Linville Falls
Linville Falls Lodge & Cottages (800) 634-4421 linvillefallslodge.com Parkview Lodge (800) 849-4452 parkviewlodge.com
VACATION RENTALS HOTELS/MOTELS

Maggie Valley
Abbey Inn Motel (800) 545-5853 abbeyinn.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Frog & Butterfly Vacation Rentals (336) 384-1561 frogandbutterfly.com

Old Orchard Creek Farms & Big Horse Creek Cabin (336) 384-2774 oldorchardcreek.com On the Windfall onthewindfall.com

Tranquility Knoll (828) 683-9755 vacations-nc.com

Alamo Motel & Cottages (800) 467-7485 alamomotel.com Applecover Inn & RV Park (800) 787-4788 applecoverinn.com Best Western Mountainbrook Inn (800) 213-1914 bestwestern.com / mountainbrookinn Blue Mountain Inn (800) 958-2438 Cardinal Inn (800) 826-0422 thecardinalinn.com Castlewood Inn (800) 922-2571 castlewoodinn.com Chalet Motel & Apartments (800) 371-8587 mvchalet.com Clarketon Motel (800) 787-6998 clarketonmotel.com Comfort Inn (828) 926-9106 comfor tinnmaggie.com Country Manner Motel (888) 926-3816 countr ymanner motel.com Cozy Corner Motel (828) 926-9711 Eds Motel (828) 926-1879 Four Seasons Inn on Jonathan Creek (888) 909-8505 fourseasonsinn.com

Lenoir
Comfort Inn (800) 228-5150 hgmhotels.com Days Inn (800) 329-7466 Jameson Inn-Lenoir (828) 758-1200 Red Carpet Inn (866) 766-8639 rcilenoir.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

Cross Creek Cabins (828) 765-9701 crosscreekcabins.com Humpback Hollow Cabins (888) 263-3632 humpbackhollow.com McNeil Cottages (828) 766-6284 mcneilcot tages.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Laurel Springs
Freebornes Eatery & Lodge (336) 359-8008 freebornes.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Doughton Hall Bed & Breakfast Inn (888) 799-5194 doughtonhall.com


VACATION RENTALS

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Linville Falls Trailer Lodge & Campground (828) 765-2681 linvillefalls.com

Blue Ridge Hideaway (704) 657-6958 sparta-nc.com/ blueridgehideaway

Irish Rose Bed & Breakfast (828) 758-2323 irishrosebb.com

Little Switzerland
Big Lynn Lodge (800) 654-5232 biglynnlodge.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Cabins on Laurel Creek cabinsonlaurelcreek.com Meadowfork Farm Rental Cabin sparta-nc.com/ meadowforkcabin The Place on the Blue Ridge Parkway theplaceontheblue ridgeparkway.com Uncle Stacys Cabin (770) 337-3926 unclestacyscabin.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Brown Mountain Beach Resort (828) 758-4257 brownmountain beach.com

VACATION RENTALS

Skyline Village Inn (828) 994-0027 skylinevillageinn.com


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Green Mountain Park Resort (828) 758-7766

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Alpine Inn (828) 765-5380 alpineinnnc.com

Sculpted by Nature. Crafted by Man.


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Linville
Eseeola Lodge (800) 742-6717 eseeola.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Little Switzerland Vacation Rentals (828) 766-0611 rickgonsorrentals.com Ridgetop Cabins (828) 675-5511

VACATION RENTALS

Experience the rush of streams carved by nature at the Wilsons Creek Wilderness Area. Tap your toes to music in our historic downtown. Sense the power of sculpture on every corner. Enjoy it all where the High Country begins!

Millers Camping (336) 359-2828 millerscamping.com

Pixie Inn (828) 733-2597

(828) 726-0616 www.explorecaldwell.com

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Sweet Briar Motel (828) 926-9855 sweetbriarmotel.com Tanglewood Motel & Log Cabins (800) 348-6975 tanglewoodmoteland cabins.com Three Pines Lodging (800) 382-7346 threepineslodging.net Travelowes Motel (866) 926-1732 travelowes.com Valley Inn (800) 948-6880 thevalleyinn.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Carolina Mountain Dream carolinamountain dream.com Carolina Mountain Vacation Homes (828) 926-9681 escapetomaggie valley.com Carolina Vacations (800) 968-5817 carolinavacations.com Carolines Country Cabins (888) 257-5227 misscarolines.com Chalet in the Valley (321) 720-8105 vrbo.com/ 82772 Cliff Side Elk Cabin (828) 926-3789 vrbo.com/101759 A Cottage Charm acottagecharm. yolasite.com Country Cabins (888) 222-4611 countr ycabinsmv.com Cozy Creek Cottages (828) 926-1231 coz ycreekcot tages.com Creek N Woods (800) 484-8871 Ext. 8701 creeknwoods.com Creek Wood Village (877) 926-3341 creekwoodvillage cabins.com Creekside Cabin (813) 610-3943 vrbo.com/ 32902 Creekside Hideaway homeaway.com /256838 Dancing Wolves Lodge & Dogwood Creek (772) 461-0888 ncvacationcabin rentals.com Dreamers View (386) 256-4070 dreamersview.com Eagles Rest Creekside (704) 840-5515 vrbo.com/ 242554 Falcon Ridge (813) 767-2557 vrbo.com/40100

Fireside Cottages (828) 926-1730 firesidecottages.net Grand View Chalet (704) 987-0731 Gristmill House (407) 295-6019 bellsouthpwp.net/k /l/ klnelson Heart of Maggie Valley Cabin (515) 334-9695 Heidis Heaven (843) 478-9115 maggievalleyrental.net Holden House Suite (828) 734-2314 vrbo.com/ 226189 Hoot N Holler Vacation Rental (941) 531-4479 hootnhollervacation rental.com Johnson Branch Cabins (828) 926-6032 maggiecabins.com Lauria Properties (813) 874-9255 lauriaproper ties.com Leatherwood Cottages (800) 322-1807 leatherwoodcottages.com Maggie Cottage maggiecot tage.com Maggie Memories (561) 394-9338 maggiememories.com Maggie Mountain Vacations (888) 926-4270 maggiemountain vacations.com Maggie Mountain Villas (800) 308-1808 maggiemountain.com Maggie Valley Chalet vrbo.com/128694 Maggie Valley Club (800) 438-3861 maggievalleyclub.com Maggie Valley Club Condominium (407) 325-5054 vrbo.com/128203

Misty Creek Log Cabins mistycreeklog cabins.com Mountain Joy Cottages (888) 926-1257 mountainjoy cottages.com A Mountain Memory (352) 267-6545 vrbo.com/145489 Mountain Valley Properties (800) 758-0527 mvprealtor.com Mystic Mountain Cabin (800) 296-0394 mysticmountain cabin.com Natures Bounty (828) 456-9704 Pioneer Village (828) 926-1881 pioneervlg.com Premier Vacation Rentals (800) 923-6025 premiervacation rentalsllc.com RE/MAX Vacation Rentals (866) 926-3303 maggievacations.com Real Estate Adventures (800) 819-9466 realestate adventures.com Red Rooster House (828) 926-8168 The Ritz of Maggie Valley (813) 267-9821 theritzofmaggie valley.com Rustic Cabin Harmony (828) 273-6607 rusticcabinharmony.com Silverleaf Lodge (772) 607-2714 Smoky Falls Vacation Rentals (866) 926-1482 smokyfalls.com Smoky Mountain Retreat (800) 769-1177 smokymountain retreat.com

Smoky View Cottages & Park Resort (828) 926-1245 smokyviewcot tages.com Squirrel Run (813) 758-7264 vrbo.com/ 39375 Sugar Plum Cabin (803) 791-8565 vrbo.com/ 381654 Sunburst Realty Vacation Rentals (800) 648-1210 sunburstrealty.com There and Back Again Cabin (828) 299-3318 thereandbackagain cabin.com Tranquil Moments (321) 632-1642 Trappers Cabin (513) 321-7146 Twinbrooks Resort (800) 305-8946 twinbrookresort.com Ultimate Treehouse (407) 877-2188 maggieview.com A View Point mysmok ymountain rental.com Waverly Lodge (704) 763-4807 waverlylodge.com
RESORTS

Waters Edge RV Park & Motor Court (877) 429-5730 smokeymountains.net/ watersedge.html

Restaurant On-site

Marble
Morgan Creek Manor (888) 837-2643 morgancreekmanor.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Exercise Room

Marion
Budget Inn-Marion (828) 652-7276 mcdowellnc.org Comfort Inn (800) 424-6423 mcdowellnc.org Days Inn (828) 659-2567 mcdowellnc.org Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.com/en/hp/ hotels /index.jhtml? ct yhocn= AVLMRHX Sportsman Inn (828) 659-7525 mcdowellnc.org Super 8 Marion (828) 659-7940 mcdowellnc.org
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

Complimentary Breakfast

Bear Creek Lodge (828) 926-8804 Brooksong Bed & Breakfast (866) 926-5409 brooksong.com

Internet

Misty Mountain Ranch B&B & Cabins (888) 647-8922 mistymtnranch.com Smokey Shadows Lodge (828) 926-0001 smokeyshadows.com
VACATION RENTALS

Indoor Pool

Outdoor Pool

Adventure Log Cabins (800) 691-9952 cabins.riverlet.us Altitude Adjustment (757) 572-9541 altadjustment.com

Bear Run Log Cabins (888) 926-7566 bearrunlogcabins.com Bearadise (954) 349-0985 Bella Vista bellavistarental.com Brown Log Cabin Retreat (866) 603-9442 brownlogcabin retreat.com Cabins at Timberwolf Creek (888) 525-4218 timber wolfcreek.com

Cataloochee Guest Ranch (800) 868-1401 cataloocheeranch.com Peppertree Maggie Valley (828) 926-3761 pepper treemv.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Inn at Blue Ridge (866) 756-7001 theinnatblueridge.com


VACATION RENTALS

Cottages and Cabins at Spring House Farm (877) 738-9798 springhousefarm.com Eco Cove House (828) 724-9757 ecocove-rental.com

Hillbilly Creekside Campground (828) 926-3353 hillbillycampground.com Pride RV Resort & Cabins (800) 926-8191 prider vresor t.com Stone Bridge RV Resort (828) 926-1904 stonebridger vresor t.com

Fossies Cabin (828) 724-9612 buckcreek troutfarm.com Log Cabin Lodging (828) 756-4339 mcdowellnc.org

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Mountain Paradise Rentals (828) 756-4085 mcdowellnc.org
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

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Creekside Cabin (828) 689-9997 chestnutmtcabin.com Gabriels Nest Vacation Rental (828) 689-5908 Laurel Creek Cabin (828) 242-7787 Mountain Laurel Realty (828) 689-4422 mountainlaurel realty.com Stoney Ridge Realty and Rentals (828) 776-7244 Wolf Laurel Realty (888) 689-5000 wolflaurel.com Wolf Mountain Realty & Rentals (800) 221-0409 wolfmountainrealty.com The Wolf Pit (828) 645-6278
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Toe River Campground (828) 675-5104

The Cottage Inn Mills River (828) 891-5007 thecot tageinnmills river.com Misty Oak Farm (828) 230-5840 ncmountainvacation rental.com

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Murphy
HOTELS/MOTELS

Bridgewater Hall (828) 584-3622 bridgewaterhall bandb.com

Best Western of Murphy (828) 837-3060 bestwesternmurphy.net Days Inn (828) 837-8030 daysinn.com Hampton Inn (828) 837-1628 hamptoninn.com Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites (828) 837-1111 hiexpress.com/murphync Mtn. Vista Inn (828) 837-8880 mtnvistainn.net Sunset Motel (828) 837-5111 West Motel (828) 837-2012
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Buck Creek Campground (828) 724-4888 buckcreekcamp ground.com

Mill Spring
Cottage on Worlds Edge (828) 247-0404 rentalo.com/1328/the cottageonworlds.html Island Cove Cabin (828) 645-5880 vrbo.com/ 349496 Sheltons Way (828) 625-9800 rentals.carolina properties.com /Sheltons -Way-CarolinaProperties-42.aspx Treehouse Cabin (813) 299-7841 vacationcabinsnc.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS VACATION RENTALS

Fairway Oaks Bed & Breakfast (888) 584-7611 fairwayoaksbandb.com


VACATION RENTALS

Lucky Strike Campground (828) 738-4893 luckystrikegoldand gem.com Mountain Stream RV Park (877) 724-9013 mountainstream r vpark.com Riverbreeze Campground (828) 925-8524 riverbreezecamp ground.com Tom Johnson Campground (800) 225-7802 tomjohnsoncamping.com Yogi Bears Jellystone Park (828) 652-7208 jellystonemarion.com

Minneapolis
Appalachian Inn (828) 737-9017
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Cabins in the Laurel (828) 438-8185 Poco Rhythm Mountain Retreat pocorhythm.com

Montreat
Linger Longer Lodge (803) 530-3820 lingerlongerlodgenc.com
VACATION RENTALS

Daniel Boone Campground (828) 433-1200

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Optimist RV Resort (828) 438-0550 discoverburke count y.com Rose Creek Family Campground (828) 438-4338 Steel Creek Park & Campground (828) 433-5660 steelecreekpark.com

Moravian Falls
Moravian Falls Family Campground & Cabins (336) 667-6150
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Mountain Laurel Campground (828) 689-3602

Hitching Post Campground (828) 625-1138 hitchingpostcamp ground.com

Angels Landing Inn (828) 835-8877 angelslandinginn.com

Marshall Mars Hill


Comfort Inn (800) 228-5150 comfor tinnmarshill.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS VACATION RENTALS

Bend of Ivy Lodge (888) 658-0505 bendofivylodge.com

Silver Creek Campground (800) 510-1603 campingfriend.com/ silvercreekcampground

Morganton
Comfort Inn & Suites (828) 430-4000 Days Inn & Suites (800) 753-3746 discoverburke count y.com Economy Inn (828) 437-7811 Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 morgantonhampton inn.com Plaza Inn (800) 329-7466 Quality Inn-I-40 (828) 437-0171 choicehotels.com Red Carpet Inn (800) 849-7770 bookroomsnow.com locations/mcmo
HOTELS/MOTELS

Eagle Feather Organic Farm (828) 649-3536 ncgoldenseal.com French Broad Cabin frenchbroadcabin.com Laurel River Realty and Rentals (828) 656-2677 laurelriverrealty.com RiverDance (847) 809-3098 riverdancenc.com Three Sisters Cottage (828) 649-9121

Mills River
Acorn Bed & Breakfast at Mills River (828) 891-4652 acornbedbreakfast.com Bed & Breakfast on Tiffany Hill (828) 290-6080 bbontiffanyhill.com
VACATION RENTALS B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Bald Mountain House (866) 680-9329 baldmountainhouse.com Inn at Mars Hill (828) 680-1020 theinnatmarshill.com
VACATION RENTALS

66937

Bungalow at Ponder Cove (828) 689-7304 pondercove.com

Cabin in the Mountains (828) 273-0068 College-Town Guest Quarters (828) 779-9898 collegetownguest qtrs.com

Micaville
Celo River House (828) 682-9161
VACATION RENTALS

Barkwells (828) 891-8288 barkwells.com

Madison County
Just north of Asheville In the Blue Ridge Mountains Year-round activities

Branch n Berry (828) 890-8997 branchnberry.com The Cottage (828) 553-5706

Wilson Branch Cabin (828) 675-5128

(877) 262-3476 www.visitmadisoncounty.com

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Huntington Hall Bed & Breakfast (800) 824-6189 bed-breakfast-inn.com
VACATION RENTALS

Caney Creek Cabin (850) 864-5488 vacationatmyplace.com Cobb Creek Cabins (828) 837-0270 cobbcreekcabins.com Cozy Creek Cabins (828) 837-0106 Dreamcatcher Lodge (352) 362-0487 vrbo.com/19684 Eagles Nest (321) 267-2692 eaglesnestmurphy.com ERA Carolina Mountain Homes (800) 747-7322 carolinamtnhome.com Fish Pond Cabins (828) 644-5518 fishpondcabins.com A 5 Star Log Cabin (305) 283-5814 vrbo.com/ 98156 Green Acres Cabin (321) 632-4888 Hamlet O Cabins (800) 644-5957 hamletocabins.com Hide-A-Way Mountain Cabin (828) 494-5296

Hiwassee River Cabins (828) 837-7787 hiwasseerivercabins.com Kims Country Creek Cabin (386) 749-3548 countr ycreekcabin.com Mountain Country Cabin Rentals (828) 837-5551 mountaincountry cabinrentals.com Mountain Laurel (941) 379-8035 Persimmon Creek Cabin (800) 833-9857 creekfrontcabin.net River Cove Cabins (828) 644-9979 rivercovecabin.com Sandy Gap Mountain Rentals (828) 644-5805 sandygap.com Schulte Cabin (800) 851-6742 personal.mia.bellsouth. net/e/d /edbobbi/index. html Scottish Woods Resort (828) 837-5678 scottishwoods.com

Sky View Chalet (888) 837-0544 Stiles Vacation Rentals (828) 557-0105 Stone Creek Cabins (828) 644-9431 homeaway.com /10334 4 Vista Realty Rentals (828) 835-8800 vistarealtyonline.com Wilderness Creek Falls Cabin Rentals (877) 606-0004 wildernesscreek falls.com Your Mountain Vacation (706) 543-0747 yourmountain vacation.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Peace Valley Campground (828) 837-6223 peacevalleycamp ground.com Persimmon Creek Campground (828) 644-5800 persimmoncreekcamp ground.com River Edge Mountain RV Resort (828) 361-4517 riveredgemountain r vresor t.com

VACATION RENTALS

Camp Lake James Rentals (828) 391-6866 camplakejames.com

Restaurant On-site

Appalachia Lake Wilderness Vacations (888) 865-2537 wlvcabins.com

Hidden Lake Log Home Rentals (828) 460-8252 hiddenlakerentals.com Lake James Cottage (828) 724-9333 McDowell Mountain Getaway Cabin (980) 254-0244 mcdowellmountain getaway.com The Mountain Majesty (386) 314-1158 themountainmajesty.com Sarahs Song Cabin (828) 659-2879 sarahssongcabin.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Awesome View Chalet (828) 644-0937 vrbo.com/ 2324 Bear Paw Lakeside Resort (828) 837-0588 Bear Paw Rentals (828) 837-1993 vrbo.com/vrbo/3890 Beary Cozy Chalet vacationsfrbo.com/ details.php?proper ty_ id=19492 Beaverdam Cabin (828) 837-9077 beaverdamcabin.com Bodens Bungalow (941) 268-9699 murphymtncabin.com Brendle Branch Cabins (877) 422-2469 brendlebranch cabins.com

Exercise Room

Nantahala
The Cabins at Long Branch (662) 773-3099 thecabinsatlong branch.com
VACATION RENTALS

Complimentary Breakfast

Crawfords Campground & Cabin Rentals (828) 837-9077 crawfordsattellico.com Creekside RV Park (828) 837-4123 Hanging Dog Creek Campground (828) 837-8687 hangingdogcreekcamp ground.com

Nebo
Robardajen Woods Bed & Breakfast (828) 584-3191 robardajenwoods.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Lake James Family Campground (828) 584-0190 Paddy Creek Campground (828) 584-1346

Outdoor Pool

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HOTELS/MOTELS

Cove Creek RV Park (866) 668-7507 covecreekrvpark.com Sky Island Retreat & Campground (877) 668-4928 skyislandretreatand campground.com

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Shady Lawn Motel (828) 733-5506 shadylawnmotel. itgo.com

Down by the River Campground (828) 733-5057

Mountains & Meadows at Turkey Pen (828) 329-8430 mountainmeadownc.com The Partridge Nest (828) 884-7892 thepar tridgenest.com Sheridan Cottage (828) 877-4667 vrbo.com/ 294915

Roaring Gap
HOTELS/MOTELS

High Meadows Inn (800) 585-6309 nikolas-highmeadows inn.com


VACATION RENTALS

Snowbird Mountain Lodge (800) 941-9290 snowbirdlodge.com Tapoco Lodge (828) 498-2325 tapocolodge.com
VACATION RENTALS

Dogwood Bed and Breakfast (828) 733-3733

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Piney Creek
VACATION RENTALS

Otto
Mountain Hollow Log Cabins (828) 524-7199 TrueNorth Cabin (828) 349-9302 Turnstone Log Cabin Rentals (706) 746-7582 turnstonecabins.com/ res-maconchamber.htm
VACATION RENTALS

Linville River Farm Fish Camp Cottages (800) 456-0009 hotelplanner.com/Hote ls/16828/ Reservations -Linville-River-RetreatNewland-7569-Linville -Falls-Highway-28657

Deerwood Park Cabin Rentals (866) 686-5263 deerwoodpark.com

Plumtree
Vance Toe River Lodge (828) 765-9696 vancetoeriverlodge.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS RESORTS

Cabin at Woodwind Hollow (800) 513-1622 sparta-nc.com/woodwind

Big Snowbird Log Cabin (828) 713-8855 snowbirdlogcabin.com A Breath of Fresh Air (770) 666-3298 vrbo.com/ 32601

Longview Cabin Rental sparta-nc.com/longview River Country Estates (866) 221-4016 rivercountryestates.com Triple J Farms & Services geocities.com/sher yl_ moxley Turkey Knob Farm (910) 457-4387
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

A High Meadows Hideaway (336) 757-6211 Olde Beau County Club Villas and Cottages (800) 752-1634 oldebeau.com

North Wilkesboro
Williams Motel (336) 838-4138
HOTELS/MOTELS

The Cabin in the Woods (828) 735-1930 thecabininthewoods.com Cabin on the Lake (810) 923-1470 rentalcabinsnc.com Cherohala Vacation Rentals (828) 479-8400 thetreetops.com Cherokee Realty (828) 479-6441 cherokeerealty.com Deals Gap Home (888) 999-7905 dealsgaphome.com Dew Drop Inn (866) 376-2984 dewdropinn.samsbiz.com Diana J. Hutto Realty (828) 479-6907 dianahuttorealt y.com Dogwood Trace Cabin (913) 364-4604 vrbo.com/ 72198 Dragons Rest Cabins (828) 479-4726 dragonsrestcabins.com Eagles Nest 2 Rest vrbo.com/128573 Fontana Lake Cabin (828) 479-2427 panthercreek proper ties.com Fox Hill Cabin (866) 251-4408 foxhillcabin.com Gladdens Creek Log Cabin (828) 479-2654 Griffin Cabins (828) 479-6470

Buck Hill Campground (800) 387-5224 buckhill.20m.com

Robbinsville
Deals Gap Motorcycle Resort (800) 889-5550 dealsgap.com Five Points Motel (828) 479-4714 Microtel Inn (888) 771-7171 microtelrobbinsville.com Phillips Motel (828) 479-3370 phillipsmotelonline.com San-Ran Motel (828) 479-3256 mountainhome page.com/sanran Tuskeegee Motel (828) 479-8464 tuskeegeemotel.com Two Wheel Inn (828) 479-4248 twowheelinn.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

Penrose
Babbling Brook Cottage (828) 884-4429 bear8.com McCrary Cabins at DuPont State Forest (828) 329-7709 mccrar ycabins.com A Mountain View Vacation (828) 384-8749 homeaway.com /vacation -rental/p938310 Spirit of the Mountains (941) 266-8860 spiritofthemountains.net
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Purlear
VACATION RENTALS

Accommodations, dkh (803) 667-2154 wilkesrentals.net

VACATION RENTALS

RiverCamp USA (800) 748-3722 rivercampusa.com

Bear Cave & Eagles Nest Cabins (727) 235-7435 rentnccabin.com

Old Fort
Inn On Mill Creek (877) 735-2964 innonmillcreek.com
VACATION RENTALS B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Pisgah Forest
Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 hamptoninnbrevard.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

Bright Star Cabins (305) 849-1662 ncrentalcabins.com Carolina Cabins (888) 974-2224 carolinacabins.com Fall Creek Cabins (336) 877-3131 fallcreekcabins.com Gateway Cabins (336) 973-5458 Slip Away Haven (336) 870-6578

Essie Maes Cottage (804) 482-1798 mcdowellnc.org Newberry Creek Log Cabin (800) 351-2606 vrbo.com/113911 Old Fort Historic Area Apartment (828) 668-6500 vrbo.com/44196 Rivers Ridge Lodge (828) 243-5762 rrlodge.com

Boulder Ridge B & B (828) 884-5961 boulderridgebedand breakfast.com Key Falls Inn & Cabin (828) 884-7559 key fallsinn.com Pines Country Inn (828) 877-3131
VACATION RENTALS

Annies Russelin Leaves Cabins (828) 553-5147 russelinleaves.com

Ridgecrest
The Mountain Getaway (828) 669-2202 themountain getaway.com
VACATION RENTALS B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Pineola
Huskins Court & Cottages (800) 218-2819
HOTELS/MOTELS

Best of All Worlds (786) 586-8665 homeaway.com /vacation -rental/p246787 Glen Cannon Condo (239) 565-3638 wncgolfviewcondo.com Homestead Farm South (828) 862-8286 pisgahforestnc.com

Appalachian Inn (828) 479-8450 appalachianinn.com Blue Boar Inn & Cottages (866) 479-8126 blueboarinn.com Blue Waters Mountain Lodge (888) 828-3978 bluewatersmtnl.com

Catawba Falls Campground (828) 668-4831 catawbariver camping.com

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Pineola Inn & Country Store (828) 733-4979 pineolainn.com

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Sugar Haus/Ridgecrest House (800) 697-6331 sugarhauscabins.com

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Beautiful Log Cabin (828) 289-9776

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Black Rock Farmhouse (828) 287-9812


Restaurant On-site

Creekside Cabin stayat thecabin.com The Gathering Place (321) 258-3950 nor thcarolinalogcabin rental.com Green River Log Cabin (305) 798-3937 greenriverlogcabin.com Overlook Cabin (941) 705-0121 vrbo.com/ 278165 Prestons Thicket Vacation Cabins (828) 367-5797 prestonsthicket.com Yellow Creek Cabin (404) 731-3291 vrbo.com/165477
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

The 1885 Oaks Bed and Breakfast (800) 893-6091 theoaksbedand breakfast.com Orchard Inn (828) 749-5471 orchardinn.com

Saluda Inn & Wine Cellar (828) 749-9698 saludainn.com Sweet Earth Upstairs Suite
VACATION RENTALS

Exercise Room

Complimentary Breakfast

Allen D. Charles Log Cabin (828) 426-4202 vrbo.com/ 89630

MerleFest, Wilkesboro
High Frontier Log Cabin & Log Lodge (828) 479-8121 highfrontiercabins.com Jimbos Farm (954) 781-6921 vrbo.com/vrbo/914 Little Elk Nob Lodge (772) 559-2531 Ridge Haven @ Yellow Creek (941) 725-0808 vrbo.com/ 240956 Santeetlah Marina & Cabins (828) 479-8180 santeetlahmarina.com Smoky Mountain Mansion (866) 862-4220 smokymountain mansion.com Snowbird Creek Log Cabin (828) 479-3892 snowbirdcreeklog cabin.com Snowbird House (828) 479-2765 vrbo.com/ 23887 Stecoah Cabin (800) 989-2106 stecoahcabin.com Tallulah Creek Vacation Home (828) 479-3279 Thunderbird Trail Cottage (770) 667-0982 vrbo.com/177133 Valley View Cottage (828) 479-6995 vrbo.com/ 76462 West Buffalo Creek Cabin (850) 974-5999 westbuffalocreek cabin.com Cabin in the Trees (843) 412-8748 vrbo.com/ 292486 Creekside Cottage (321) 276-0746 vrbo.com/ 72932 Morgan Mountain Retreat (717) 926-0342 morganmountain.com Mountain Meadow Guest Cottage (828) 862-3396
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Ridge View Cabin (941) 371-1891 stayat thecabin.com River Landing (888) 625-8714 fourseasons cottages.com Riverdance (813) 299-7841 vacationcabinsnc.com Ten Acres (704) 246-3058 vrbo.com/ 202576 West Point Farms Retreat (828) 779-6627 westpointfarms eventcenter.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Avalon (803) 331-1222 vrbo.com/167970 Bear Creek Lodge (828) 749-9647 saludacabins.com Blackberry Cabin vrbo.com/ 77388 Blackberry Cottage (828) 749-1933 vrbo.com/ 323407 Buttercup Cottage (828) 749-9538 saludabut tercup cot tage.com Cabin Fever (800) 767-7368 cabinfevernc.com Carolina Cottage Guest House (828) 243-7553 thecarolinacottage.com Charles Street Garden Suite (828) 749-5846 charlesstreetgarden.com Cottages of Dark Corner (828) 749-3580 cot tagesofdark corner.com Mount Stoker Cabin vrbo.com/ 255901 Mountain Life Realty (888) 444-5838 mtnliferealt y.com

Internet

Hidden Waters RV Park & Campground (828) 479-3509 Iron Horse Motorcycle Lodge (828) 479-3864 ironhorsenc.com Mountain View School Campground (828) 498-2999 camponthe mountain.com Santeetlah RV Park & Storage (828) 479-3428 santeetlahrv.com The Simple Life Campground (828) 788-1099 thesimplelifecamp ground.com Teaberry Hill RV Park (828) 479-3953 teaberryhill.com

Indoor Pool

A Log Inn (770) 666-3298 vacationhome rentals.com/42077 Mountain Cabins (727) 784-2443 mountaincabins.cc Mountain Heritage Vacation Suites (828) 479-4555 mountainheritage vacationrentals.com Mountain Ivy Vacation Rentals (828) 735-9180 mountainivy.com North Carolina Cabin Vacations nccabinvacations.com On Golden Pond (904) 269-5169 homeaway.com /vacation -rental/p152902 Paradise Point (828) 479-6910 vrbo.com/ 24670

Outdoor Pool

The Adventure Village (828) 862-5411 theadventurevillage.com

Ruther fordton
HOTELS/MOTELS

Four Paws Kingdom Campground (828) 287-7324 4pawskingdom.com

Dogwood Motel (828) 286-9121

River Creek Campground (866) 287-3915 rivercreeknc.com

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Rosman
Red Lion Inn (828) 884-6868
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast (800) 835-7071 carrierhouses.com

Saluda
Saluda Mountain Lodge (866) 602-6973 saludamountain lodge.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

The Firehouse Inn (866) 347-3479 thefirehouseinn.com Green River Plantation (828) 286-1461 greenriverplantation.net

Blue Arrow Cottage (336) 599-3358 vrbo.com/ 228487

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Peaceful Easy Feeling Cabin (828) 335-7889 peacefuleasy feeling cabin.com Piney Mountain Cabin (704) 987-9879 Saluda Mountain Home saludamountain home.com Saluda Mountain House (843) 437-1944 vrbo.com/161329 Saluda Mountain Lake Cabins (828) 242-8686 ashevillecabinrental.com Sandy Cut Cabins (828) 595-1603 sandycutcabins.com Spring Pond Cabin (828) 749-9824 saluda.com/springpond Tree Blew Inn (828) 329-2730 treeblewinnnc.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

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HOTELS/MOTELS

Sweet Water Vacation Rentals sweetwatervacation.com Tranquility Unlimited (336) 372-8260 sparta-nc.com/tranquility United Country Foxfire Rentals (336) 372-5773 sparta-nc-realestate.com Windswept Cabin at Red Roof Farm sparta-nc.com/ redroof farm
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Lake Forest Cabins (828) 766-7729 lakeforestcabins.com Peak Mountain Cottages (828) 765-9559 peakmountaincot tages. com Realty One Service (828) 765-4275 realtyoneser vice.net Timberline Properties (828) 766-8900 timberlinenc.com Woodys Cottages (828) 765-2418
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Swannanoa
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Alleghany Inn (888) 372-2501 alleghanyinn.com

Sleepy Hollow Bed & Breakfast (866) 708-1115 ashevillebbinn.com

Balsam Creekside Cabins (828) 456-8007 balsamcreekside cabins.net Bear Trail Cabins (828) 331-0559 Blue Ridge Premier Rentals (828) 507-5923 Brethauer Haus (828) 586-8459 brethauer.br.funpic.org Carols Cabins (828) 586-2624 carolscabins.com Carolina Lagniappe (866) 586-8058 carolinalagniappe.com Chestnut Creek Cabin (828) 586-9557 Fox Trail Cabin (828) 631-1921 Littlest House in the Big Woods (828) 631-1334 lit tlesthouseinthebig woods.com Mountain Brook Cottages (828) 586-4329 mountainbrook.com Poplar Lodge (808) 631-1921 vrbo.com/ 345720 Smoky Mountain Getaways (866) 586-8058 smokymtngetaways.net Windcrest Loft (850) 585-7241 windcrestlof t.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Chateau Laurinda Vineyards House Lodge (800) 650-3236 chateaulaurinda vineyards.com

Floras Place (828) 277-1492

VACATION RENTALS

Harmony Hill Bed and Breakfast (336) 372-6868 harmonyhillbnb.com Mountain Hearth Lodge (336) 372-8743 mountainhear th lodge.com
VACATION RENTALS

Hill Billy Hill Cabins (828) 712-2086 hillbillyhillcabins. webs.com


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

New River Canoe & Campground (336) 372-8793 canoeingthenew.com

Spindale
Super 8-Spindale (800) 800-8000 super8.com Thrifty Motel (828) 287-0141 Tri-City Motel (828) 286-3646
HOTELS/MOTELS

Bear Den Campground & Cabins (828) 765-2888 bear-den.com Springmaid Mountain (828) 765-2353 springmaid mountain.com Spruce Pine Campground (828) 765-7007

Asheville East KOA (800) 562-5907 koa.com/campgrounds/ asheville-east Mama Gerties Hideaway Campground (877) 686-4258 mamagerties.com Miles Motors RV Campground (800) 982-5315 milesr vcenter.com

Bald Knob Farm House (888) 372-5244 sparta-nc.com/aur Blue Ridge Mountain House sparta-nc.com/ mountainhouse Cherry Tree Cottage sparta-nc.com/cherry treecot tage Chestnut House (888) 372-5244 chestnuthouse.us

Sugar Grove
Mast Gap Inn Bed & Breakfast (828) 297-5287 mastgapinn.com
VACATION RENTALS B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Orchard Lake Campground (828) 749-3901 orchardlakecamp ground.com

Sylva
Azalea Motel (828) 586-2051
HOTELS/MOTELS

Spruce Pine
Pine Valley Motel (866) 671-2246 pinevalleymotel.com Pinebridge Inn (800) 356-5059 pinebridgeinn.com Switzerland Inn (800) 654-4026 switzerlandinn.com
VACATION RENTALS HOTELS/MOTELS

Wilderness Cove Campground (828) 749-9100 wildernesscovecamp ground.com

Fox Den Mountain Cabin (336) 372-6719 sparta-nc.com/foxden Grannys Old House sparta-nc.com/grannys oldhouse Highland Springs (336) 372-4967 highlandsprings-nc.com The Loft at Bear Creek (336) 372-7111 blueridgeskyline.com/sbf ullresult.php?bid= 867 Mahogany Rock Roost (800) 372-5244 sparta-nc.com/aur Miles Vacation Rentals (800) 553-2322 milesnc.com Mountain Dreams Cabin Rentals (336) 372-1622 mtndreamsrealty.com Sparrowhawk Cottage mtndreamsrealty @ sk ybest.com

Blue Ridge Inn (828) 586-2123 Economy Inn (828) 586-2419 Holiday Inn Express-Dillsboro (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/ esdillsboronc Stardust Motel (828) 568-1595 Sylva Inn (800) 654-3315
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Rivers Bend Log Cabins (828) 297-1194 riversbendlogcabins.com

Sapphire
Mt. Toxaway Motel & Cottages (828) 966-4582
HOTELS/MOTELS

Sugar Mountain
Derekas Sugar Mountain Accommodations (800) 545-9475 staysugar.com Highlands at Sugar (828) 898-9601 highlandsatsugar.com Sugar Ski & Country Club (800) 634-1320 sugarmountain.com Sugar Top Resort Condominiums (800) 784-2786 sugartop.com
VACATION RENTALS

Fort Tatham Campground (828) 586-6662 Savannah Creek RV Resort (828) 631-5111

Hummingbird Realty (828) 966-4737 hummingbird-realty.com

VACATION RENTALS

Big Bear Cabin at Bear Den (828) 765-2888 beardencabins.com

Taylorsville
Ridgecrest Suites (828) 632-7829 ridgecrestsuites.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

Scaly
Fire Mountain Inn, Cabins & Treehouses (800) 775-4446 firemt.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Blue Ridge Parkway Cabin Rentals (919) 602-6722 blueridgeparkwaycabin rentals.com Doanie Mamas Guest House (828) 688-3456 mtnpro.com

Freeze House Bed & Breakfast (828) 586-8161 freezehousebnb.com


VACATION RENTALS

Aloft Cottage (828) 586-4233 aloftcottage.com

Apple City Bed & Breakfast (828) 635-1850

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KayLeighs Cabin (336) 977-1427 kayleighscabin.com


Restaurant On-site

Romantic Mountain Retreat (828) 859-5979 tryonncrealestate.com / ir w/showlisting.php? lid =713959 Tryon English Country House (843) 817-8252 120longbranchlane.com Tryon Mountain House (828) 859-7653 tryonrealestate.com

Mountainside Lodge Bed & Breakfast (877) 687-4333 mountainside lodgebb.com Taylor House Inn (800) 963-5581 taylorhouseinn.com Valle Crucis Bed & Breakfast (828) 963-2525 vallecrucisbandb.com
VACATION RENTALS

The Lodge of Waynesville (888) 213-2666 Midway Motel (828) 627-9092 Oak Park Inn (828) 456-5328 oakparkinnwaynesville.com Parkway Inn (800) 537-6394 parkwayinn.net Super 8 (828) 454-9667 super8ofwaynesville.com Terry Lynn Motel (828) 926-5320 terrylynnmotel.com Waynesville Inn Golf Resort & Spa (800) 627-6250 thewaynesvilleinn.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

The Swag (800) 789-7672 theswag.com Windover Inn (866) 452-4411 windoverinn.com The Yellow House on Plott Creek (800) 563-1236 theyellowhouse.com
VACATION RENTALS

The Gardeners House at Frog Holler (828) 356-7652 frogholler.net Great Smoky Real Estate (866) 811-1166 greatsmok yrentals.com Katies Cottage Rentals (877) 722-3522 vrbo.com/ 29253 A Lake Junaluska View Home (828) 400-5713 vrbo.com/ 249342 Main Street Realty (800) 467-7144 mainstreetrealt y.net Moose Crossing Log Cabin Rentals (828) 452-2550 moosecrossing.com Myers Mountain Home (843) 209-9735 myersmountain home.com Picture Perfect Cabin (803) 798-8547 vrbo.com/ 36370 Red Square Properties vrbo.com/174254 Roaring Creek Cabins (786) 348-5778 roaringcreekcabins.com Tender Mercy Retreat (828) 648-3524 tendermercyretreat.com Whispering Winds (941) 320-3509 vacationhome rentals.com/ 32317
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Riverchase Log Cabin (877) 900-5787 4seasonvacations.com

Topton
Exercise Room

Brye Haus mountaincabinby the lake.com The Listening Point Cabin (727) 535-4170

VACATION RENTALS

Tuckasegee
Apple Dumplin Getaway (828) 293-7030 appledumplin getaway.com Bear Lake Reserve (877) 232-7042 bearlakereserve vacations.com Blue Skies Properties (813) 267-3468 Serenity On Cedar (828) 421-2073 vrbo.com/ 31739
VACATION RENTALS

Cottages of Glowing Hearth (888) 232-5080 glowinghearth.com

Aloha Mountain Getaway (786) 423-0544 vrbo.com/104065 Bowmans Smoky Way Mountain Home (954) 683-5517 bowmanvacation rentals.com Boyd Mountain Log Cabins (828) 926-1575 boydmountain.com Browns Creeksong Home (866) 603-9442 brownscreeksong home.com Cabin on Eagles Nest (828) 452-7514 cabinoneaglesnest.com Cataloochee Mountain Cabin (727) 637-6158 cataloocheemountain cabin.com Cozy Cabin Rentals (828) 456-9760 coz ycabinrental.com Deer Country Vacation Cabins (828) 400-7597 deercountry.com Diamond J Farm (866) 456-3393 diamondjfarm.net Elk Falls Cabin (866) 603-9442 elkfallscabin.com Elk Ridge Cabin vrbo.com/190066 Emerald Gate Farm (828) 926-3276 vrbo.com/ 96096 Five Falls Cabin (770) 532-7211 vrbo.com/ 6421

Complimentary Breakfast

Nantahala River Lodge (800) 470-4718 nantahalariverlodge.net


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Valle Crucis Log Cabin Rentals (828) 963-7774 logcabinrentals.com Valle Crucis Mountain Realty (828) 297-2222 mountainescape.net Valle Crucis Rustic Rentals (828) 963-2784 rusticfurnishings.com

Brookside Campground (800) 848-7238 brooksideraf ting.com


Internet

Nelsons Nantahala Hideaway Campground (800) 936-6649 nantahalacamp ground.com

Union Mills
VACATION RENTALS

Andon-Reid Inn Bed and Breakfast (800) 293-6190 andonreidinn.com

Vilas
Lazy Bear Lodge (828) 963-9201 laz y-bear-lodge.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Traphill
Stone Mountain Rentals (800) 662-2489 stonemountain rentals.com
VACATION RENTALS

The Saxton Home (727) 376-1498

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Brookside Mountain Mist Inn (877) 452-6880 brooksidemountainmist bb.com Grandview Lodge (800) 730-7923 grandviewlodgenc.com Herren House B&B (855) 696-4117 herrenhouse.com Inn at Iris Meadows (888) 466-4747 irismeadows.com Oak Hill on Love Lane Bed & Breakfast (888) 608-7037 oakhillonlovelane.com Old Stone Inn (800) 432-8499 oldstoneinn.com Prospect Hill Bed and Breakfast (800) 219-6147 prospecthillnc.com

Indoor Pool

Outdoor Pool

Thermal City Campground (828) 286-3016 huntforgold.com

Warrensville
NC Properties (703) 431-5168 homeaway.com /vacation -rental/p185982
VACATION RENTALS

Tryon
Marilyns Melrose Inn (828) 859-0234 melrose-inn.com 1906 Pine Crest Inn (800) 633-3001 pinecrestinn.com
VACATION RENTALS B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Valle Crucis
Baird House Bed & Breakfast (800) 297-1342 bairdhouse.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Waynesville
Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn (800) 218-2121 bwsmok ymountain inn.com Days Inn (828) 452-9009 daysinnof waynesville.com Gem Motel (800) 510-1344
HOTELS/MOTELS

Creekwood Farm RV Park (800) 862-8110 creekwoodfarmrv.com Winngray Family Campground (828) 926-3170

Bluestone Lodge (828) 963-5177 bluestone-lodge.com Inn at Little Pond Farm (828) 297-1011 ncinn.com Mast Farm Inn (888) 963-5857 mastfarminn.com

Hearth and Hemlock Cottage (800) 447-1304

Weaverville
Dry Ridge Inn (800) 839-3899 dryridgeinn.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Hunting Country Cabin (828) 471-7829 huntingcountrycabin rental.com

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Inn on Main Street (877) 873-6074 innonmain.com
VACATION RENTALS

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Blue Ridge Hideaway (615) 360-7099 blueridgehideaway.com Carolina Mountain Properties & Rentals (800) 628-2663 carolinamtn.com Marian Manor (888) 875-4711 vrbo.com/ 339028 Mastercraft Properties Rentals (877) 680-3366 mastercraftrentals.com Rustic Retreat Cabin rusticretreatcabin.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Dunromin and Dungoughin (800) 457-2740 ashevillenccabin rentals.com

Kims Guest Cottage (877) 526-1937 kimscottage.com Norally Vacation Rental (888) 652-9134 norallyvisionvacation rentals.com Ox Glen Vacation Rentals (800) 326-2373 oxglen.com

West Jefferson
Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 hamptonwj.com Nations Inn (800) 801-3441 nationsinn.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

Greenfield Campground & Cabins (336) 246-9106

Whittier
Arrowhead Motel (828) 488-3305 Cindy Villa (828) 497-2862 Colton Court (828) 497-4642 441 Motel (828) 586-2419 Gear Head Inn (828) 488-2398 gearheadinn.com Golden Eagle Motel (828) 497-9601 Isle of Dreams Motel (828) 497-2555 Mountaineer Motel (828) 497-2453
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

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Blevins Vacation Cabins (800) 247-3057 dnet.net/blevinscabins Cabins in the Smokies (828) 497-6717 cabinsinthesmokies.net Conley Mountain Retreat (828) 497-2985 The Cottage at Fox Hollow (828) 497-6315 Creekside Country (352) 351-3237 cabinsincreekside country.com Creekside Vacation Homes (828) 586-2317 Eagles Nest at Capodimonte (888) 540-6860 mountain-views.net Following The River Log Cabin (877) 803-4724 greatrentals.com/nc/ amburgey/amburgey.h Mountain Creek Cottages (828) 586-6042 mountaincreek cottages.com Mountain Laurel Hideaway (813) 493-4565 mtnlaurelhideaway.com Mountain Memories (800) 826-7361 mountainmemoriesnc.com Mountain Vacation Deals (800) 995-8558 mountainvacation deals.com North Carolina Get-A-Way (727) 422-1214 stormpages.com/ murrayan/home.html Ridgeway Place on Shoal Creek (282) 226-1230 vrbo.com/vrbo/18205 Smoky Mountain Country Club (800) 474-0070 carolinamountain golf.com Sunset Farm Cabins (800) 408-4889 sunsetfarmcabins.com Turkey Trail Getaway (828) 497-0267 vrbo.com/ 83587
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Buffalo Tavern Bed & Breakfast (877) 615-9678 buf falotavern.com

Flaming Arrow Campground (877) 497-6161 flamingarrowcamp ground.com Fort Wilderness Discount RV Park (828) 497-9331 for twilderness.net

Hampton Inn (800) 426-4866 hamptoninnwilkes boro.com Holiday Inn Express (336) 838-1800 hiexpress.com/ wilkesboronc Red Carpet Inn (888) 667-4001 rciwilkesboro.com

Hamilton House Guest Lodge (336) 846-1500 hamiltonhousenc.com Meadowsweet Gardens (919) 619-2215 meadowsweet gardens.com
VACATION RENTALS

Great Smokey Mountain RV Resort (828) 497-2470 Holly Cove Campground & RV Resort (828) 631-0692 hollycoveresort.com Timberlake Campground (828) 497-7320 campingnc.com/ timberlake Tree House Campground (828) 497-2395

Zionville
Hoot Owl Hollow Cabin Rental (828) 297-4151
VACATION RENTALS

Abigails Inn (919) 219-0090 theinnatabigails.com Above The River (800) 628-2663 abovetherivernc.com Ashe High Country Vacations (877) 601-5020 ashecount yreal estate.com

Chalet Inn (800) 789-8024 chaletinn.com

Tuckasiegee River Mountain Lodge (828) 631-2531 whittierlodge.com


VACATION RENTALS

Zirconia
Long Mountain Enterprises (828) 696-2011
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Wilkesboro
Addison Inn (800) 672-7218 addisoninn.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Backyard Garden Retreat (828) 497-9356 Big Cat Mountain Lair (813) 493-4565 bigcatmountainlair.com

Mothers Cottage (828) 697-2604 campdogworks.com/ farmrentalcot tage.html

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The following list of attractions in the Piedmont region is arranged alphabetically by city. You may find more detailed information on any of these attractions online at visitnc.com or the individual attractions website. An index to attractions is on page 162.

Regional Attractions
American Tobacco Trail, (919) 560-4355. Bike, hike, walk and run along a route that runs through Chatham, Durham and Wake counties. triangletrails.org/american-tobacco-trail Dan River, (336) 627-6270. More than 100
miles of scenic paddling and fishing amid towering cliffs, mountain laurel, flowering shrubs, fields and woodlands in Caswell, Rockingham and Stokes counties. Easy whitewater to a gentle float along a lazy river. danriver.org

Albemarle
Badin Road Drive-In Theater, 2411 Badin Rd., (704) 983-2900. Historic drive-in featuring newly released movies with fun and exciting games to play between show times. badinroaddrivein.com
(704) 982-6090. This family-owned vineyard and winery employs classic winemaking techniques to produce award-winning wines from Muscadine grapes. Wine tastings, tours and sales available. dennisvineyards.com

Asheboro
American Classic Motorcycle Museum, 1170 US Hwy. 64 W., (336) 629-9564. One of the largest private collections of classic HarleyDavidson motorcycles in the country. Collectors Antique Mall, 211 Sunset Ave.,
(336) 629-8105. Features more than 125 dealers in 35,000 square feet of space.

Dennis Vineyards Winery, 24043 Endy Rd.,

North Carolina Aviation Museum & Hall of Fame, 2222-G Pilots View Rd.,

Haw, Rocky and Deep Rivers,


(919) 542-8296. These picturesque rivers provide ideal scenic beauty along with canoeing, kayaying and rafting. visitpittsboro.com

Jordan Lake State Recreation Area,


(919) 362-0586. With its 13,900 acres in Wake and Chatham counties, the area offers boating, camping, fishing, swimming and a full-service commercial marina. It is the largest summertime home of the bald eagle in the eastern United States. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/jord/main.php

Morrow Mountain State Park, 49104 Morrow Mountain Rd., (704) 982-4402. View the skeletal remains of a once-mighty range of peaks. Located along the Pee Dee River and Lake Tillery, there are miles of mountain trails to wander on foot or horseback. Visit the historic Kron House, greenhouse and hospital of an early 19th-century physician. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/momo/main.php Stanly County Museum, 245 E. Main St.,
(704) 986-3777. Permanent exhibit of the history of Stanly County. Tours of two local historic house museums: the Snuggs House (1873) and the Marks House (1847). stanlycountymuseum.com

(336) 625-0170. Immerse yourself in aviation history with stunning military and civilian memorabilia, including an impressive collection of military vehicles, weapons, equipment, uniforms and aircraft. ncaviationmuseumhalloffame.com

North Carolina Zoo, 4401 Zoo Pkwy., (800) 488-0444. Walk from Africas grasslands to North Americas Arctic coast as you discover more than 1,100 animals, 40,000 plants and an extensive outdoor art collection situated along 5 miles of shaded pathways. nczoo.org Pisgah Covered Bridge, 6925 Pisgah Covered Bridge Rd., (800) 626-2672. Explore one of North Carolinas two remaining historic covered bridges. Built in 1911 at a cost of $40, the 54-foot bridge crosses the West Fork Branch of the Little River within the Uwharrie National Forest. A great spot for photography, picnics and nature walks along the surrounding quarter-mile walking trail. pisgahcoveredbridge.com Richland Creek ZipLine Canopy Tour,
2728 Fairview Farm Rd., (336) 629-9440. Zip through the forest along Richland Creek at the base of Purgatory Mountain on more than a mile of cable. Voted a Top 100 Adventure by Top 100 Expo.

Lake Norman, (877) 722-3767. With more


than 500 miles of shoreline reaching into four counties, Lake Norman is the largest manmade lake in North Carolina. It offers recreation areas for boating, swimming, fishing and other water-based activities. duke-energy. com/lakes/facts-and-maps/lake-norman.asp

Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge,


(704) 694-4424. Almost 8,500 acres in Anson and Richmond counties support a broad range of wildlife species, including more than 180 bird, 49 amphibian and reptile, 28 mammal and 20 fish species. Specific times and areas for fishing and hunting. fws.gov/peedee

Stony Mountain Vineyards, 26370 Mountain Ridge Rd., (704) 982-0922. We offer European and American varietals, so join us for a wine tasting. Come have a glass of wine on our deck and enjoy our panoramic view of the Uwharrie Mountains. stonymountainvineyards.com
(704) 982-9463. Come sample award-winning wines, tour our operations, relax in our rocking chairs and enjoy the afternoon. uwharrievineyards.com

Uwharrie Vineyards, 28014 Austin Rd.,

Uwharrie National Forest, (910) 576-6391.


Covers 50,000 acres in parts of Randolph, Davidson and Montgomery counties. This forest has the scenic Uwharrie, Yadkin and Pee Dee rivers, as well as the Uwharrie Mountains. Various outdoor activities are permitted in the forest, including hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, camping and water activities. Free; fee for camping and off-road vehicle permits, ATV trails. vstnc.co/unf

Angier
Dr., (919) 894-7700. Escape to a quiet country setting and enjoy a picturesque view of rolling hills, vineyards and spring-fed lakes in a private country setting. Take a tour of the vineyards or enjoy a wine tasting. gregoryvineyards.com

Bailey
Country Doctor Museum, 6629 Peele Rd.,
(252) 235-4165. Chartered in 1967 to honor the old family doctor, this museum consists of the restored offices of two country doctors who practiced from 1857-1887. countrydoctormuseum.org

Gregory Vineyards, 275 Bowling Springs

Aberdeen
Malcolm Blue Farm & Museum,
1177 Bethesda Rd., (910) 944-7558. Antebellum farm (c.1825) featuring a museum, restored farmhouse, gristmill and barns. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and the North Carolina Civil War Trails. malcolmbluefarm.com

Bear Creek
Southern Supreme Gourmet Specialties, 1699 Hoyt Scott Rd.,
(336) 581-3141. What began in 1984 with a fruitcake recipe and a kitchen converted from a garage is now North Carolinas largest producer of fruitcakes and a successful mailorder gourmet foods company. Tours of the showroom are available. southernsupreme.com

Apex
Cloer Family Vineyards,
8624 Castleberry Rd., (919) 387-5760. Familyfarm winery offering tastings and tours. A fun place to bring your whole family and enjoy the day strolling through the vineyards or having a picnic lunch with a bottle of wine. cloerfamilyvineyards.com

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Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, 6500 S. New Hope Rd., (704) 825-4490. Located within 450 acres on the banks of Lake Wylie with spectacular gardens, sparkling fountains, a visitor pavilion, gift shop and nature walk. dsbg.org Historic District Belmont Abbey, 100 Belmont-Mount Holly Rd., (704) 461-6693. Catholic monastery and liberal arts college (oldest in southeastern United States), Our Lady of Lourdes Pilgrimage Shrine (1891), Belmont Abbey Cathedral (1892), cemetery (1890), academic library with extensive rarebooks collection. belmontabbeycollege.edu

Sanders Ridge Vineyard & Winery,


3200 Round Hill Rd., (336) 677-1700. Taste the flavor, unique character and heritage of the Yadkin Valley foothills through our carefully crafted, homegrown and locally influenced wine and foods. Enjoy our winery tasting room or take a stroll along our vineyard and nature trails. sandersridge.com

Whistlestop Exhibit at Company Shops Station, 101 N. Main St., (336) 570-1444.
Includes a model of Company Shops that contains many little scenes of life in the late 1800s, including a photographer posing people for a picture, which can be seen in the upstairs mural. Enjoy the train fronts as they come through the engine house; theyre accurately re-created to capture the power and size of the rail industrys iron horses. whistlestopncrr.com

Burlington
Alamance Battleground State Historic Site, 5803 S. NC 62, (336) 227-4785. The site
where Royal Gov. William Tryon led the North Carolina militia against the Regulators in battle on May 16, 1771. Located on the grounds is the Allen House, a log dwelling characteristic of those lived in by frontier people on the western fringes of the colony. A visitor center is located on site and an audiovisual demonstration can be seen. nchistoricsites.org/alamance

Cameron
Aloha Safari Zoo, 159 Mini Ln., (919) 770-7109.
Walk through our rainforest building, then visit our monkeys, birds, reptiles and the petting zoo. Take the Safari tour to see our big animals, such as Watusi cattle, camels, zebras and zorse. alohasafarizoonc.com

Benson
Benson Museum of Local History, 102 W. Main St., (919) 894-4261. The collection includes railroad memorabilia, antiques, quilts, and farming and hardware artifacts. townofbenson.com Enoch Winery & Vineyard,
3735 NC Hwy. 50 S., (919) 207-0100. Tour our vineyard and sample our wines in the tasting room. We produce 10 types of fruit wines, including Muscadine, bramble, apple and peach.

Alamance County Historical Museum,


4777 S. NC 62, (336) 226-8254. A 19th-century house/museum depicting the life of textile pioneer Edwin Michael Holt through period room settings, docent-hosted tours and an audiovisual presentation. Upper floor devoted to rotating and temporary exhibits such as Alamance County quilts, American Indian artifacts, traditional pottery, antique clothing, antique toys, 19th-century military artifacts and much more.

Carthage
Carthage Historical Museum,
202 Rockingham St., (910) 947-2331. Covering more than 200 years of area history, including items associated with the towns past as the home of a renowned buggy factory.

Cary
(919) 387-5980. Featuring about 150 acres along Swift Creek, with north-facing bluffs supporting vegetation more typical of the mountains, including Eastern Hemlocks. Educational exhibit hall. townofcary.org

Hexagon Wake Park at Tucker Lake, 3025 Allens Crossroads Rd., (919) 207-1086. Experience a spring-fed lake with sandy beaches, cable wakeboarding, beach volleyball, rope swings, shaded picnic area with grills, bathhouse, jungle gym playground and a 167-foot twisting and turning waterslide. hexagoncablepark.com

Cedarock Historical Farm, 4242 Cedarock


Historical Park Rd., (336) 570-6759. The original site of the Garrett farm dating back to 1830. Buildings have been restored to their original use. Livestock on the farm include sheep, goats, dairy and beef cattle, and a team of draft mules. Demonstrations on farming techniques used at the turn of the century. alamance-nc.com

Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve/Stevens Nature Center, 2616 Kildaire Farm Rd.,

Page-Walker Arts & History Center,

Bethania
Historic District Bethania,
5480 Bethania Rd., (336) 922-0434. Experience our heritage in North Carolinas first planned Moravian community. Explore the restored 1790s Wolff-Moser House, 1894 Alpha Chapel and enjoy a walk on the 1.5-mile Black Walnut Trail. historicbethania.org

Conservators Center, 676 E. Hughes Mill Rd.,


(336) 421-0883. Look a tiger in the eye, thrill to the sound of lions calling to one another or howl with wolves. Experience our wildlife rescue, conservation breeding and retirement home. In addition to the largest collection of lions in the Southeast, others worth meeting include lemurs, servals, New Guinea singing dogs and binturongs. Tours must be scheduled in advance. conservatorscenter.org

119 Ambassador Loop, (919) 460-4963. The Page-Walker Hotel (c.1868) is a stunning example of Second Empire-style architecture. Today, the renovated hotel serves as a cultural center and features a museum and fine arts gallery. townofcary.org

Catawba
Murrays Mill, 1489 Murrays Mill Rd., (828) 465-0383. Turn-of-the-century gristmill featuring one of the largest waterwheels in the state, a general store and folk art museum. catawbahistory.org

Boiling Springs
Broad River Greenway, 2325 Riverside Dr.,
(704) 434-2357. Offering canoeing, tubing, fishing, picnicking, hiking, bicycling, horse trails, and educational/recreational workshops and seminars. broadrivergreenway.com

GlenMarie Vineyards and Winery,


1838 Johnson Rd., (336) 578-3938. Enjoy our wines in our beautiful tasting room. Wine tasting costs a nominal fee and includes a souvenir wine glass. glenmariewinery.com

Chapel Hill
Ackland Art Museum, 101 S. Columbia St., (919) 966-5736. This collection of 15,000 objects broadly covers the history of European painting and sculpture, including masters such as Rubens, Delacroix, Degas and Pissarro. Its particularly strong in Asian and African art and works on paper, with some traditional North Carolina pottery and folk art. ackland.org Carolina Basketball Museum,
450 Skipper Bowles Dr., (919) 962-6000. Chronicles the history of UNC basketball and includes nearly 500 authentic artifacts, hundreds of photographs and videos of various players, coaches, championships and historic moments. The interactive museum is the first basketball-only museum for a university in the country. carolinabasketballmuseum.com

Boonville
Big Woods Zip Line & Canopy Tour,
2280 Sanders Ridge Ln., (336) 677-1509. Features 14 platforms with 12 cables up to 65 feet high in the trees, as well as a swinging bridge. Located on 150 of the most serene and secluded acres within the Yadkin Valley. bigwoodszipline.com

1910 Dentzel Menagerie Carousel, S. Church & Main Sts., (336) 222-5030. Burlingtons restored carousel is the centerpiece of the 76-acre City Park. Built by the Dentzel Carousel Co., Burlingtons carousel has 46 hand-carved animals. There are only 14 Dentzel Menagerie Carousels remaining intact in the world. The Dentzel carvers were famous for their realism and attention to detail, which is evident by the facial expressions and muscle definition. burlingtonnc.gov Textile Heritage Museum, 2406 Glencoe St., (336) 260-0038. Visitors will learn about the beginning of cotton mills, water power, railroads, weaving and knitting of cotton and synthetic fabrics, hosiery and fashions. textileheritagemuseum.org

RagApple Lassie Vineyards, 3724


RagApple Lassie Ln., (866) 724-2775. Come hear our story, taste our award-winning wines, have lunch at the Back Door Cafe, savor a glass of wine on the patio, or just relax in the wonderful ambiance. ragapplelassie.com

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Horace Williams House, 610 E. Rosemary St., (919) 942-7818. The only historic home open to the public in Chapel Hill. The west element or farmhouse (c.1840) retains its original pine floorboards, mantel and window surrounds. The houses Octagon Room was built around 1855. The parlor and entrance hall, with noteworthy parquet ceilings, were built in the 1880s. chapelhillpreservation.com
2832 Big Woods Rd., (919) 542-1154. Listen to the wind in the trees or hear the trees tell a story on the 3/4-mile Talking Tree Trail. View a variety of wildlife, including birds of prey, deer, songbirds, flying squirrels and beavers. ncesf.org/JLESF/home.htm

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Carowinds, 14523 Carowinds Blvd., (800) 888-4386. More than 50 world-class rides, shows and attractions, including 13 roller coasters, plus a 20-acre water park make this one of the most popular family entertainment attractions in the Southeast. Open daily during the summer and weekends in the spring and fall. carowinds.com Charlotte Nature Museum, 1658 Sterling Rd., (800) 935-0553. Walk among free-flying butterflies, observe live animals, buzz around with insects or hang out in the natural world. Hands-on activities provide the opportunities for structured learning and informal play for the young and old alike. charlottenaturemuseum.org Charlotte Regional Farmers Market, 1801 Yorkmont Rd., (704) 357-1269. A stateowned, friendly market for fresh produce and meat products from pork to beef, ostrich to emu goats milk cheese, scrumptious baked goods, delectable jams and jellies, unique handmade crafts, goats milk soap, beautiful fresh-cut flowers and plants of every kind. ncagr.gov/markets/facilities/markets/charlotte Discovery Place, 301 N. Tryon St.,
(800) 935-0553. A $31.6 million renovation has filled our wondrous halls with all-new interactive exhibits and activities. As one of the leading hands-on science centers in the country, we offer visitors the opportunity to gain a greater understanding of the basics of science, technology, engineering and mathematics in a fun, interactive and informal setting. discoveryplace.org

Jordan Lake Educational State Forest,

NASCAR Hall of Fame, 400 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., (704) 654-4400. A 150,000-square-foot, multifaceted, unique attraction honoring the history and heritage of NASCAR. The high-tech venue, designed to educate and entertain race fans and non-fans alike, includes a state-of-the-art theater, Hall of Honor, restaurant, retail outlet, broadcast studio, artifact displays and interactive exhibits. nascarhall.com Rays Splash Planet, 215 N. Sycamore St., (704) 432-4729. A one-of-a-kind indoor water park featuring a giant slide, lazy river, vortex pool and water playground. Countless ways to get soaked and have fun in 117,000 gallons of water. rayssplashplanet.com U.S. National Whitewater Center,
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy., (704) 391-3900. Alongside mountain biking and running trails, a climbing center and challenge course, the park features a multiple-channel, customized whitewater river for rafting and canoe/kayak enthusiasts of all abilities. usnwc.org

Kidzu Childrens Museum, University Sq.,

123 W. Franklin St., (919) 933-1455. Offers great interactive exhibit areas along with lots of fun and educational programming for children up to 8 years old and their caregivers. kidzuchildrensmuseum.org

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, 250 E. Franklin St., (919) 962-1236.

Features a 68-foot planetarium dome with a full-dome digital video projection system, the NASA Digital Theater, exhibits, the UNC Visitors Center, art galleries, a rose garden and more. moreheadplanetarium.org

North Carolina Botanical Garden, 100 Old Mason Farm Rd., (919) 962-0522. One of the largest natural botanical gardens in the Southeast consists of 600 acres of preserved land and includes nature trails, carnivorous plant collections, aquatics and herb plants. Collections of North Carolina and southeastern plants are arranged by habitats in simulated natural settings. Tours available. ncbg.unc.edu North Carolina Collection Gallery,
UNC-Chapel Hill Wilson Library, South Rd., (919) 962-1172. Historic rooms and exhibit selections from this extensive holding of books, maps, photographs and museum objects. Historic rooms include the original library from Hayes Plantation in Edenton and the Sir Walter Raleigh rooms. lib.unc.edu/ncc/gallery.html

UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens, 9201 University City Blvd., (704) 687-2364. Greenhouses and two outdoor gardens provide year-round interest. Highlights include a diverse orchid collection, native carnivorous plants, huge display of rhododendrons throughout the native garden and a unique winter garden. Victory Lane Indoor Karting Center, 2330 Tipton Dr., Ste. 100, (704) 377-3278. Come experience two custom racetracks: a NASCAR-style oval and a European-style road course. Pool tables and arcade. victorylanekarting.com

Harvey B. Gantt Center for AfricanAmerican Arts + Culture, 551 S. Tryon St.,
(704) 547-3700. Located in the heart of the Charlotte Cultural Campus, the center has three gallery exhibitions featuring the Hewitt Collection of African-American Art. ganttcenter.org

Cherryville
C. Grier Beam Truck Museum,
111 N. Mountain St., (704) 435-3072. Located in an old-style service station with 14 trucks dating back to 1927, the museum is a tribute to Carolina Freight and its founder, C. Grier Beam. beamtruckmuseum.com

Pattersons Mill Country Store,

Historic Rosedale Plantation, 3427 N. Tryon St., (704) 335-3325. This is one of the few remaining examples of 19th-century Catawba River Valley plantations (c.1815). Tours include the manor house, 8 acres of grounds and extensive gardens. historicrosedale.org ImaginOn: The Joe & Joan Martin Center, 300 E. Seventh St., (704) 973-2780.

Cherryville Historical Muesum,

5109 Farrington Rd., (919) 493-8149. An authentic turn-of-the-century country store and doctors office/pharmacy. Features collections of mercantile and pharmaceutical Americana and tobacco-marketing memorabilia.

Created specifically for kids and families, navigating the facility is intuitive, fun and an adventure at every turn. Featuring interactive games and exhibits. imaginon.org

109 E. Main St., (704) 435-4116. Contains exhibits that follow the history of Cherryville from the early 1800s until today, including one of the first-known paintings of a bull for the American Tobacco Company, which promoted their Bull Durham brand of tobacco.

Charlotte
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art,
420 S. Tryon St., (704) 353-9200. Dedicated to the exhibition of mid-20th century European and American modern art. Cosmopolitan in nature and intimate in scale, the collection reflects most of the important art movements and schools from the 20th century, with a deep holding of the School of Paris after World War II. bechtler.org

Levine Museum of the New South,

200 E. Seventh St., (704) 333-1887. Interactive regional history museum features changing and traveling exhibits that offer a view of Charlottes past. People of all ages will find the hands-on history educational and entertaining. museumofthenewsouth.org 15222 York Rd., (704) 583-1284. Features live native animals, an interactive exhibit hall, plus information on the 1,108-acre preserve, with its wildlife, foliage and many recreational opportunities. parkandrec.com

Claremont
Bunker Hill Covered Bridge, Connor Park, Hwy. 70, (828) 465-0383. One of only two remaining covered bridges in North Carolina, the historic bridge spans Lyles Creek. Its 85-foot span was designed by Civil War engineer Herman Haupt. catawbahistory.org

McDowell Nature Center & Preserve,

Clayton
Clemmons Educational State Forest,
2411 Old US 70 W., (919) 553-5651. Listen to the Talking Trees and rocks weave tales about the forest; hike the demonstration trail to see natural resource management; explore our exhibit center; picnic, camp or join in on a ranger-conducted environmental education class. ncesf.org/CESF/home.htm

Billy Graham Library, 4330 Westmont Dr., (704) 401-3200. State-of-the-art exhibits, multimedia displays and films, all designed to appeal to casual visitors, spiritual seekers and children. The complex includes the Graham family homeplace, a bookstore and dairy bar. billygrahamlibrary.org Advertising Partner, p. 6

Rd., (704) 337-2000. North Carolinas first art museum and one of the leading museums in the Southeast, with holdings of art in American paintings, pre-Columbian art, regional crafts, historic costumes, African art and gold coins minted in Charlotte. mintmuseum.org

Mint Museum Randolph, 2730 Randolph

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(888) 764-1402. See the largest handmade cookie company in the world! Every cookie is handrolled, hand-cut and hand-packed. See the entire process, from mixing the dough to tasting the final product. Free tours given Jan.-Sept. Special viewing area available. hanescookies.com (336) 778-6300. Offers fishing on two stocked lakes, paddleboats and canoes, tennis courts, a large pool area, picnic shelters and rental venues, a beautiful historic arboretum, family playgrounds, extensive mountain biking trails and horseback rides. tanglewoodpark.org

Concord
Backing Up Classics Motor Car Museum,
4545 Concord Pkwy. S., (704) 788-9500. Stroll along fine motorcars. A fascinating collection of antique, classic and race cars. NASCAR and auto-related gift shop. backingupclassics.com

Mrs. Hanes Hand-Made Moravian Cookies, 4643 Friedberg Church Rd.,

Tanglewood Park, 4061 Clemmons Rd.,

Bost Grist Mill, 4701 Hwy. 200, (704) 782-1600. The restored mill is filled with original milling equipment and artifacts. Step back in time, enjoy the antiques and watch corn being ground into cornmeal and grits. bostgristmill.com Charlotte Motor Speedway,
5555 Concord Pkwy. S., (800) 455-3267. In addition to hosting numerous NASCAR races and other motorsports events at this 1.5-mile track, guided tours of the speedway are available, except during events. charlottemotorspeedway.com (704) 979-3000. More than 200 stores, including manufacturer and retail outlets, off-price retailers and unique specialty stores. A festive food court, theme restaurants and a 24-screen theater. concordmills.com

(704) 720-4600. Self-guided tour, including historical photos, trophies and race vehicles from the most memorable events in Roush Racing history. Sights and sounds can be seen and heard from inside the 80-seat theater. Browse through the store to find merchandise for your favorite driver. roushfenway.com

Roush Fenway Racings Team Shops, Museum, 4600 Roush Pl. N.W.,

Sam Bass Gallery, 6104 Performance Dr., (800) 556-5464. Showcases more than 300 pieces of art, including originals, limitededition prints and fine art posters by the motorsports artist. sambass.com

Conover
Equipment and photos dating back to the early 1900s are on display, including six fire trucks, the oldest of which is a 1936 American LaFrance Pumper.

Clinton
Sampson County History Museum,
313 Lisbon St., (910) 590-0007. Museum highlights include artifacts from the Revolutionary and Civil wars, WWI and II, the Vietnam and Gulf wars. African-American and American Indian culture, agricultural implements, history of Sampson County schools, historic exhibits of a country store, doctors and dentists offices, and much more. sampsonhmc.com

Concord Mills, 8111 Concord Mills Blvd.,

Firefighters Museum of Catawba County, 3597 Herman Sipe Rd., (828) 466-0911.

Earnhardt Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates, 8500 Moreland Dr. N.W., (704) 662-9642.

Cooleemee
Mill Village Museum, 14 Church St., (336) 284-6040. See firsthand what life was like in a Carolina cotton mill village. Early 1900s artifacts and rare photographs give a glimpse of the textile industry, which helped create the New South. textileheritage.org RiverPark at Cooleemee Falls, Erwin Temple Church Rd., (336) 751-2325. The Bull Hole features an impressive stone dam, a sandy beach deposited by a flood, and good fishing in the spring and fall. Bring a bathing suit to swim and ride the little rapids but youre urged to wear an old pair of tennis shoes in the river to prevent accidents on the granite bedrock bottom. cooleemee.org

Race shop for Martin Truex Jr. (No. 1), Aric Amirola (No. 8) and Juan Pablo Montoya (No. 42). Viewing area and gift shop. earnhardtganassi.com

Colfax
Piedmont Triad Farmers Market, 2914 Sandy Ridge Rd., (336) 605-9157. State-owned farmers market featuring local Piedmont fruits, vegetables, flowers, baked goods, jams, honey, crafts and more. Make sure you visit the garden center and restaurant. triadfarmersmarket.com

Hendrick Motorsports Museum,

4400 Papa Joe Hendrick Blvd., (877) 467-4890. A must-stop for all stock-car racing fans, the museum contains Hendrick Motorsports most famous stock cars, sports car exhibits and championship trophy displays. Viewing areas for each Hendrick Motorsports race shop provide fans a unique behind-the-scenes peek as teams prepare cars for each race weekend. hendrickmotorsports.com

Cornelius
Michael Waltrip Racing, 20310 Chartwell
Center Dr., (704) 897-5555. Houses three NASCAR Nextel Cup teams and one NASCAR Busch Series team. Fans are invited to tour the facility and see operations that are normally kept behind closed doors. See the complete car assembly and fabrication areas, as well as scheduled pit crew practices. michaelwaltripracing.com

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Where racing lives. Cabarrus County, NC is home to the Charlotte Motor Speedway, zMAX Dragway and many race teams including the 2011 NASCAR Sprint Cup Champion, Tony Stewart. Take a behind-the-scenes tour or visit at your own pace. Call or go online for a free destination guide. Award-winning restaurants Cruises, jet skis, boat rentals History, arts, NASCAR, shopping Online hotel booking Custom trip planner online Text vlN to ATT411 for information

My Aloha Paddle Sports and Fitness, 18919 W. Catawba Ave., (704) 526-8432. Stand-up paddleboarding lets you get as close to walking on Lake Norman as possible. For any skill level, this uniquely fun and peaceful experience provides beautiful views of the water via one of the fastest-growing activities in the country. standuplkn.com/index.html

Dallas
Gaston County Museum, 131 W. Main St., (704) 922-7681. Visitors to the main building (c.1852) are invited to tour elegantly furnished period rooms; a hands-on parlor and furnished historic hotel rooms on the third floor; and changing exhibits that explore art, history and historic preservation. Carriage house includes the largest public collection of horse-drawn carriages and sleighs in the state. gastoncountymuseum.org

(800) 848-3740 www.visitcabarrus.com

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Historic District Dallas, Downtown,
(704) 852-6025. Anchored by the classic Greek Revival architecture of the Old Gaston County courthouse (c.1848), the district includes the Gaston County Museum, the old jail and other buildings surrounding the courthouse square. gastoncountymuseum.org

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Rockford General Store, Rockford Rd., (336) 374-5317. An original old-fashioned country general store that has been in operation since 1890. Shelton Vineyards, 286 Cabernet Ln.,
(336) 366-4724. Near the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains lies this vineyard and winery of distinction. Tours and tastings are offered throughout the day, and visitors can enjoy exploring our scenic grounds. sheltonvineyards.com

Hayti Heritage Center, 804 Old

Fayetteville St., (919) 683-1709. Once one of Americas most successful African-American marketplaces and neighborhoods. Named in admiration of the independent island nation. Features African-American works and artifacts, plus visual art display galleries. hayti.org

Danbury
Hanging Rock State Park, 2015 Hanging
Rock Park Rd., (336) 593-8480. More than 18 miles of scenic views, swimming, canoeing, fishing in the 12-acre lake and 11 hiking trails. Located in the Sauratown Mountains. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/haro/main.php

J.E. Priddys General Store,

Stony Knoll Vineyards, 1143 Stony Knoll Rd., (336) 374-5752. We are lifted high on the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains against a Carolina sun that creates a bouquet of aromatic wonders and pleasures. Stop by and try our wine. stonyknollvineyards.com

Historic Durham Athletic Park, 500 W. Corporation St., (919) 530-8400. This historic ballpark served as a major film location for the hit movie Bull Durham and was the original home of the Durham Bulls for more than 50 years. It now serves as a summer league ball field and hosts special events such as the renowned Bull Durham Blues Festival each year. durhamathleticpark.com Historic Stagville, 5828 Old Oxford Hwy., (919) 620-0120. State historic site features 18th- and 19th-century buildings dedicated to preservation and African-American cultural historic studies. Once among the largest plantation holdings in the South. Barn and original slave quarters at Horton Grove provide insights into plantation life, society and culture. stagville.org Museum of Life + Science,
433 Murray Ave., (919) 220-5429. A 78-acre, 68,000-square-foot regional interactive science technology center. Includes Explore the Wild with black bears, red wolves and lemurs, aerospace exhibit and nature exhibits, culminating with the Magic Wings Butterfly House and Bayer CropScience Insectorium. ncmls.org

2121 Sheppard Mill Rd., (336) 593-8786. Built in 1888, this store is packed with some of everything from the past and present. Discover antiques, newtiques, old-fashioned candy favorites, overalls, groceries, hardware and more. priddysgeneralstore.com

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3300 Hwy. 82, (910) 891-5019. The Battle of Averasboro was the first deliberate, tactical resistance to the infamous march of Federal forces through Georgia and the Carolinas. Historic markers outline the events of the March 1865 military action that highlights a plantation home used as a Confederate hospital and the Chicora Cemetery where the battles dead are buried. averasboro.com

Averasboro Civil War Battlefield Museum & Chicora Cemetery,

Davidson
(704) 894-2344. Features a permanent collection of artwork, in addition to work from local to international artists, which changes every six weeks. www3.davidson.edu/cms/x14878.xml 200-G N. Harbor Pl., (704) 896-5401. Take a leisurely cruise on Lake Norman with a bottle of wine and gourmet hors doeuvres, all available at North Harbor Landing. Sit back, relax and cruise off into the sunset in the finest electric-powered watercraft available. duffylkn.com

Belk Visual Arts Center, 315 N. Main St.,

Duffy Electric Boats Lake Norman,

Named the Father of the American Airborne due to his relentless lobbying for the formation of Airborne divisions, the museum is in Lees mansion and traces his personal life and the growth of the Airborne divisions. generalleeairbornemuseum.org

General William C. Lee Airborne Museum, 209 W. Divine St., (910) 892-1947.

2001 Campus Dr., (919) 684-5135. This 65,000-square-foot museum features galleries for permanent collections and special exhibits, plus sculpture gardens. nasher.duke.edu

Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, Duke University Central Campus,

Tom Clark Museum, 131 N. Main St., (704) 894-6246. Experience the work of Americas most talented sculptor. With his wide variety of Cairn gnomes, theres sure to be one that captures each human expression.

Durham
Bennett Place State Historic Site,
4409 Bennett Memorial Rd., (919) 383-4345. Site where Confederate Gen. Johnston surrendered to Union Gen. Sherman 17 days after Lees surrender at Appomattox and ended the Civil War in the Carolinas. Reconstructed farmhouse, outbuildings, interpretive center and museum. nchistoricsites.org/bennett

North Carolina Central University Art Museum, 1801 Fayetteville St., (919) 530-6211.
Collections and temporary exhibitions of 19th- and 20th-century African-American art. nccu.edu/visitors/art_museum/index.cfm

Denton
Toms Creek Farm & Nursery, 6454 Old
NC Hwy. 49, (336) 857-2131. Tour this fourthgeneration working farm located in the Uwharrie mountain range, which provides vistas of 30 miles and more. The pristine stream and namesake of this farm was once panned by fortune hunters prior to the California gold rush.

Denver
Sweet Vine Wine, 751D Hwy. 16, (704) 966-1030. An urban-winery concept with an edge that became reality when founder Ken Baker decided to bring his love for homemade wine to the masses. sweetvinewinery.com

Homestead Rd., (919) 477-5498. National Historic Landmark features Duke familys mid1800s home. Tobacco barns, original factory and museum showcase tobacco history, production and pioneering marketing strategies. nchistoricsites.org/duke

Duke Homestead State Historic Site and Tobacco Museum, 2828 Duke

Sarah P. Duke Gardens, Duke University West Campus, 420 Anderson St., (919) 684-3698. There are 55 acres and 5 miles of walks and pathways of landscaped and woodland gardens that feature more than 2,000 kinds of plants. Includes Blomquist Garden of Native Plants and Asiatic Arboretum. sarahpdukegardens.org Vineyards At Southpoint, 8913 NC Hwy.
751, (919) 544-6291. Come taste for yourself our elegant, handcrafted, award-winning, classical wines. vineyardsatsouthpoint.com

Duke University Chapel, 401 Chapel Dr., (919) 681-9488. Neo-Gothic centerpiece of Duke Universitys West Campus. Features a 5,200-pipe organ, 210-foot tower housing a 50-bell carillon and intricate stained-glass windows. chapel.duke.edu Eno River State Park, 6101 Cole Mill Rd., (919) 383-1686. Bird watching, boating/sailing, fishing, hiking, picnic shelter. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/enri/main.php
Once a historic textile mill campus, now a creative arts hub featuring 35 artist studios that spill into a central artist-run gallery, plus unique dining, shopping and a live music venue. goldenbeltarts.com

West Point on the Eno City Park, 5101 N. Roxboro Rd., (919) 471-1623. Features a reconstructed 1778 working gristmill, McCown-Magnum House built in the 1880s, Hugh Mangrum Museum of Photography, re-creation of a 19th-century blacksmith shop, hiking trails and amphitheater. Picnicking, hiking, rafting and canoeing. durhamnc.gov/ ich/op/prd/pages/heritage-parks.aspx

Dobson
(336) 374-2621. Surrounded by more than 45 acres of grapes and a vision, we invite you to share in our dream with a tour. Visit our tasting room and experience the fruits of our labor. huttonwinery.com

East Bend
Cellar 4201, 4201 Apperson Rd., (336) 699-6030. A boutique-style, familyowned vineyard in the Yadkin Valley region, where premium grapes in small lots are producing fine wines. Offerings: Chardonnay, Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Sweet Native. cellar4201.com

Hutton Vineyards, 178 Hutton Vineyard Ln.,

Golden Belt, 807 E. Main St., (919) 967-7700.

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Divine Llama Vineyards, 5349 Macedonia Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N.
Eastern Blvd., (910) 486-0221. This 77-acre garden includes a historic 1800s farmhouse, a heritage garden, perennial gardens, native plants and wildflowers, and nature trails overlooking the Cape Fear River. capefearbg.org

Rd., (336) 699-2525. The tasting room, located in a rustic farmhouse, is nestled among 5 acres of vineyards and pastures for llama and miniature horses. Tours of the vineyard are available. Wines include Traminette, Chardonel, Chardonnay, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. divinellamavineyards.com

(910) 432-1533. Collection of fascinating weapons, military art and cultural items from all over the world. Emphasis on special forces (Green Berets) and special operations. jfkwebstore.com

John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Museum, Corner of Ardennes & Marion Sts.,

Flint Hill Vineyards, 2133 Flint Hill Rd., (336) 699-4455. A lovingly restored 1800s farmhouse that sits nestled among century-old oak trees serves as our tasting room. Come enjoy our wines on the porch, patio or picnic area. flinthillvineyards.com

Fascinate-U Childrens Museum,


116 Green St., (910) 829-9171. A place for children to explore their world the way they learn best through creative role-playing and interaction with each other and the objects around them. fascinate-u.com

Four Oaks
Home to the largest Civil War land battle to take place on North Carolina soil. Walk the fields where 80,000 Union and Confederate soldiers fought. Tour the nearby Harper House, where wounded soldiers from both sides were treated. The museum houses many artifacts. nchistoricsites.org/bentonvi

Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Site, 5466 Harper House Rd., (910) 594-0789.

Eden
3 Rivers Outfitters, 413 B Church St.,
(336) 627-6215. Well be happy to set you up with canoes or kayaks for your own day on the river. Shuttle service and equipment provided. 3-r-o.com

Fayetteville Area Transportation Museum, 325 Franklin, (910) 433-1457.


Housed in the restored Cape Fear and Yadkin Valley railroad depot, the museum focuses on the history of transportation in Cumberland County from American Indian times to the present day.

Howell Woods Environmental Learning Center, 6601 Devils Racetrack Rd., (919) 938-0115.

Jambbas Ranch, 5386 Tabor Church Rd.,


(910) 484-2798. Fun for the whole family, our animals range from elk and cows to deer and a camel, all while also offering a swinging bridge, the No Chance Gold Mine and views of the Cape Fear River. jambbas.com

Elkin
Brushy Mountain Winery, 125 W. Main St., (336) 835-1313. We have united artistry and carefully sourced grapes from the Yadkin Valley appellation to create wines of distinction, quality and character. brushymountainwine.com Carolina Heritage Vineyard & Winery,
170 Heritage Vines Way, (336) 366-3301. This fertile landscape is the perfect place for our grapes to grow. Organically raised and hand-picked, our Muscadines and hybrid North American grapes produce naturally delicious wine. carolinaheritagevineyards.com

A 2,856-acre outdoor classroom of mature bottomland hardwood forest, riverine swamps, natural sloughs and Cypress-Tupelo-Gum swamps. More than 30 miles of unpaved roads and trails. johnstoncc.edu/howellwoods

Fremont
Governor Charles B. Aycock Birthplace State Historic Site, 264 Governor Aycock
Rd., (919) 242-5581. Guided tours of the mid-19th-century boyhood home of North Carolinas Education Governor. The site features the restored home, outbuildings, farmstead, a one-room schoolhouse and visitor center. nchistoricsites.org/aycock

Market House, At Hay, Gillespie, Person & Green Sts., (910) 433-1457. This focal point of downtown Fayetteville was built in 1832 on the site of the old State House, which was destroyed by fire in 1831. Architecturally unique in North Carolina, this is one of the few structures in America to use this town hall-market scheme found in England. Museum of the Cape Fear Historical Complex, 801 Arsenal Ave., (910) 486-1330.
Exhibits chronicle the history of southern North Carolina from Americans Indians to the 20th century. The 1897 E.A. Poe house examines the lifestyle of upper middle-class families from 1897-1917. Arsenal Park reveals the history of a Federal arsenal. museumofthecapefear.ncdcr.gov

318 Elkin Creek Mill Rd., (336) 526-5119. Handcrafted with both native timbers and tradition, this is a rustic facility offering wines made from carefully tended estate vines expressing their ultimate potential. elkincreekvineyard.com

Elkin Creek Vineyard & Winery,

Garner
RushHour Karting, 5335 Raynor Rd.,
(919) 662-9101. Competitive go-kart racing in our 50,000-square-foot indoor racing facility featuring state-of-the-art European-designed Sodikarts racing at speeds of nearly 40 mph. rushhourkarting.com

Slightly Askew Winery, 913 N. Bridge St.,

(336) 835-2700. Not your typical winery, we offer a large selection of fruit wines for the sweet-wine lovers, as well as dry and semi-dry reds and whites for the dry-wine lovers. slightlyaskewwines.com

North Carolina Veterans Park,


300 Bragg Blvd., (910) 433-1457. First park in the state dedicated to military veterans from all branches of the armed services. The 3,500-square-foot visitors center includes a Service Ribbon Wall made of fused glass, representing every service medal awarded since the Civil War, as well as a unique chandelier made from 33,500 dog tags. ncveteranspark.org

Gastonia
American Military Museum, 109 W. Second Ave., (704) 866-6068. Collections include uniforms, weapons, scale models, flags, pictures and other memorabilia from all wars and services. Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium, 1500 E. Garrison Blvd.,

Ellerbe
Rankin Museum of American Heritage, 131 W. Church St., (910) 652-6378. Rare artifacts and specimens comprise holdings of archaeology, paleontology, natural history and Early Americana. One of the best American Indian artifact collections in the state. Animal mounts from all over the world and an enormous fossil collection that spans 500 million years. Early Americana exhibits contain representations of 19th-century life in North Carolina. rankinmuseum.com

ZipQuest Waterfall & Treetop Adventure, 533 Carvers Falls Rd.,


(910) 488-8787. A 2.5-hour treetop tour with eight ziplines and three Indiana Jones canopy bridges. Designed for families with children and thrill-seekers alike. zipquest.com

(704) 866-6908. Enjoy the areas largest natural history museum and gift shop. Visit exhibitions and galleries featuring North American habitats and wildlife. Also features a state-ofthe-art planetarium and a half-mile nature trail leading to the American Indian village and the 18th-century backcountry farm. schielemuseum.org

Fayetteville
Explores the 60-year history of airborne and special operations units through dramatic, life-size, imaginative exhibits and interactive displays. asomf.org

Fort Bragg
82nd Airborne Division War Memorial Museum, C-6841 Ardennes St.,
(910) 432-3443. Explore the story of the 82nd Airborne Division from 1917 to the present. Features photographic exhibits, static displays, artifacts, a film and gift shop. 82ndairbornedivisionmuseum.com

Germanton
Germanton Vineyard & Winery,
3530 Hwy. 8 & 65, (336) 969-2075. This vineyard started in 1981 when it began processing the plush grapes grown in the Piedmont area of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Offers a variety of quality North Carolina wines harvested from this country setting. germantongallery.com

Airborne & Special Operations Museum, 100 Bragg Blvd., (910) 643-2766.

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Grove Winery & Vineyards, 7360 Brooks Bridge Rd., (336) 584-4060. Award-winning estate vineyards and small, artisan winery. Italian, French and Spanish grapes thrive on the 44-acre farms beautiful sloping and mineral-rich land. Tasting fee includes souvenir logo glass. grovewinery.com

Goldston
Historic District Goldston, S. Bellevue & S. Main Sts., (919) 742-3333. Once a lumber railway and trading center, this is now a historic district that includes 15 buildings constructed between 1890 and 1935, in addition to a small park. A reminder of the railroad age of rural North Carolina. visitpittsboro.com

bamboo and wildflowers, and the Serenity Falls. The Bicentennial Garden features flowering and deciduous trees, shrubs and annuals that bring color throughout the year. Adjacent to the Bicentennial Garden is the David and Rachel Caldwell Historical Center, displaying archeological finds from the 1765 Colonial site and sharing the story of one of the areas most influential couples. greensborobeautiful.org/gardens

Gold Hill
Church Rd., (704) 960-6457. The richest mining property east of the Mississippi. This was the message sent to England in the mid-1800s after gold was discovered here in 1824. Once a thriving, rough and rowdy mining town in the eastern part of Rowan County, the village is coming to life again. Visit the Rock Jail, Mauneys 1840 Store and Museum, and the E.H. Montgomery Store. historicgoldhill.com

Graham
Benjamin Vineyards & Winery,
6516 Whitney Rd., (336) 376-1080. Come visit our family-owned winery where the wines are barrel-fermented and receive individualized attention from the grape to the bottle. benjaminvineyards.com

Historic District Gold Hill, St. Stephens

Greensboro Childrens Museum, 220 N. Church St., (336) 574-2898. Hands-on, interactive museum for children (from infancy up to 10 years old) and their families. Visitors learn while they imagine, touch, create and play in the museums educational exhibits and Edible Schoolyard. gcmuseum.com Greensboro Cultural Center at Festival Park, 200 N. Davie St., (336) 373-2712.

Graham Historical Museum, 135 W. Elm St.,


(336) 513-4773. The museum is the home for Graham Fire Departments Engine 1, a 1930 Seagraves fire truck and other firefighting equipment. The museum has local pottery, weapons, military artifacts and other historical pieces that are related to the history of the citizens of Graham.

Morgan Ridge Vineyards, 486 John

Morgan Rd., (704) 639-0911. Vineyard and winery striving for balance while producing the best wines possible from seven different varietals. Stop by our tasting room. morganridgevineyards.com

Experience Green Hill Center for NC Art, ArtQuest, the African American Atelier, the Guilford Native American Art Gallery and the Center for Visual Artists all under one roof at the Greensboro Cultural Center. Also take in the sculpture garden, dine at the in-house restaurant or see a concert at the outdoor amphitheatre. greensboro-nc.gov

Greensboro Historical Museum,

Goldsboro
Blvd., (919) 222-9614. An ATV riders paradise with more than 1,800 acres of riding trails, drag races, motorcross tracks, youth tracks, mud pits, mud holes, mud races and ATV ponds. For those who prefer water, weve got a lake and several ponds perfect for swimming, jet-skiing, boating or fishing. buscobeachandatvpark.com

Granite Quarry
Old Stone House, Old Stone House Rd., (704) 633-5946. Built by German immigrant Michael Braun in 1766, this two-story, Georgian-style house is the oldest structure in Rowan County. The home was stately for its time, with the stones on the front carefully shaped and matched to create an impressive faade for visitors. rowanmuseum.org

Busco Beach and ATV Park, 1213 Bryan

130 Summit Ave., (336) 373-2043. Trace the citys rich history and the dramatic role it has played in writing the story of America. Dont miss the drama of the American Revolution, Underground Railroad and modern civil rights movement, plus the stories of prominent Greensboro natives. Other galleries feature 1900s Greensboro, Jugtown Pottery, Civil War firearms and vintage cars. greensborohistory.org

Cherry Hospital Museum, 201 Stevens

Greensboro
ACC Hall of Champions, 1921 W. Lee St., (336) 315-8411. Honors the talented past and present Atlantic Coast Conference coaches and athletes. Take in interactive displays, individual member school exhibits and reminisce with game and player memorabilia, trophies, photos and more. acchallofchampions.net Blandwood Mansion, 447 W. Washington
St., (336) 272-5003. Originally constructed in 1795, Blandwood later served as North Carolina Gov. John Motley Moreheads home. In 1844, A.J. Davis designed an addition, transforming the farmhouse into an Italianate wonder. Visit and see the original architecture and family furnishings. blandwood.org

Mill Rd., (919) 731-3417. Depicts the history of this psychiatric hospital opened in 1880 originally for the black mentally ill. Includes written documents, photographs, scrapbooks, artifacts and a slide presentation. cherryhospital.org Old Mt. Olive Hwy., (919) 736-4423. Step back in time and take a walk in the footsteps of history. Come see where 15,000 soldiers fought a desperate battle in December 1862 at the Last Battle of Fosters Raid. goldsboroughbridge.com

Honoring the site of the March 15, 1781, Battle of Guilford Courthouse. Visitors can view informational outdoor exhibits and monuments. Indoor activities include a 30-minute live-action film, an animated battle map program and Revolutionary War museum exhibits. nps.gov/guco

Guilford Courthouse National Military Park, 2332 New Garden Rd., (336) 288-1776.

Goldsborough Bridge Battlefield,

(919) 731-1653. Includes a village featuring nine historic buildings including a school, lawyers office and Quaker meeting house. Enjoy the walking trails through open spaces, forest, and cypress swamp along the Neuse and Little rivers. oldwaynesborough.org

Old Waynesborough Park, 801 S. US 117,

Seymour Johnson Air Force Base,

1510 Wright Brothers Ave., Ste. 200, (919) 722-0027. Offers public tours on the last Thursday of each month. All reservations must preregister three weeks prior through the Goldsboro Wayne County Travel & Tourism office at (919) 734-2241. F-15E Strike Eagle Fighter Jets, KC-135 Stratotankers. Seymour Johnson AFB has worlds largest inventory of F-15Es. seymourjohnson.af.mil St., (919) 734-5023. Features rotating exhibits and a permanent Civil War exhibit with a Confederate camp scene and a diorama of the Battle of Goldsborough Bridge. waynecountyhistoricalnc.org

Celebration Station, 4315 Big Tree Way, (336) 316-0606. With a quarter-mile go-cart track, a kids go-cart track, blaster bumper boats, miniature golf, batting cages with slow, medium and fast pitch for baseball and softball, and more than 100 video/arcade games, there is something for everyone. celebrationstation.com Gardens of Greensboro, Various locations,
(336) 373-2199. Four public gardens, each offering something different. Gateway Gardens has a rain garden, pond, childrens garden, the Greensboro Heritage Garden and unique public artwork throughout. The Greensboro Arboretum offers labeled plant collections, special garden displays and other distinctive features. The Bog Garden showcases more than 8,000 trees, shrubs, ferns,

Located in the former F.W. Woolworth retail store where on Feb. 1, 1960, four NC A&T State University students sat down at the stores whites-only lunch counter and challenged the Jim Crow traditions of the day. Their actions ignited the sit-in movement, which spread like wildfire throughout the South. The museum offers an educational journey through the challenges AfricanAmericans faced in the struggle for equal rights in the United States and brings this history to life with vivid photography, artifacts, video reenactments and interactive galleries. sitinmovement.org

International Civil Rights Center & Museum, 134 S. Elm St., (800) 748-7116.

Natural Science Center of Greensboro, 4301 Lawndale Dr., (336) 288-3769. Three great attractions in one place. Get eye-to-eye with tigers, meerkats, monkeys, alligators and other unique animals in Animal Discovery Zoo. Roam through the Dinosaur Gallery, attend interactive shows, visit aquatic touch tanks and play in the Kids Alley. Experience amazing 3-D shows in the OmniSphere Theater. natsci.org Replacements, Ltd., 1089 Knox Rd., (800) 737-5223 (REPLACE). The worlds largest retailer of old and new china, crystal, silver and collectibles with more than 13 million pieces of inventory in 375,000-plus patterns. Daily tours of showrooms, museum, warehouse and restoration facility. replacements.com

Wayne County Museum, 116 N. William

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University Galleries, NC A&T Univ. Dudley Memorial Bldg., 1601 E. Market St., (336) 334-3209. Houses one of the best collections of African culture in the country. More than 3,500 art and craft items from more than 30 African nations, New Guinea and Haiti. ncat.edu/~museum Weatherspoon Art Museum, UNC-G Campus, Spring Garden & Tate Sts., (336) 334-5770. Nationally recognized for its exceptional collection of 5,600 exhibitions of modern and contemporary art works, and for its dynamic, thought-provoking exhibitions. weatherspoon.uncg.edu Wet N Wild Emerald Pointe Water Park, 3910 S. Holden Rd., (800) 555-5900.
displays, a model railroad layout and four pieces of rolling stock; also diesel engine 1114 and cab 5241. nationalrrmuseum.tripod.com

Hamptonville
Dobbins Creek Vineyards, 4430 Vineyard View Ln., (336) 468-4770. Set against the backdrop of the beautiful Swan Creek area in the Yadkin Valley. Come for a visit, enjoy the view and taste some great wines. dobbinscreekvineyards.com Laurel Gray Vineyards & Winery, 5726 Old Hwy. 421, (888) 769-4635. We invite you to visit our tasting room, which is a 75-yearold milking parlor, relax by the farm pond or take a guided tour of our vineyards. laurelgray.com Shadow Springs Vineyard, 5543 Crater Rd., (336) 468-5000. Family-owned vineyard in the Swan Creek section of the Yadkin Valley. The tasting room overlooks the vineyard and 2-acre pond, and also features a gazebo. shadowspringsvineyard.com Windsor Run Cellars, 6531 Windsor Rd., (336) 468-8400. The only winery and distillery under the same roof in North Carolina. Stop by for a tour and tasting. windsorrun.com

Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre, 3336 Raleigh Rd., (252) 438-6959. Originally opened in 1949, this is one of the few remaining drive-in theaters in North Carolina. Family entertainment under the stars at an affordable price. raleighroaddrivein.com

Hickory
Catawba Furniture Mall, 377 Hwy. 70 S.W., (800) 789-0686. More than 8 acres of home furnishings and accessories is only the beginning. The outlet features 75,000 square feet of off-the-floor-to-your-door furniture, representing more than 30 manufacturers. catawbafurniture.com Catawba Science Center, On the SALT Block, 243 Third Ave. N.E., (828) 322-8169. Science and technology museum providing hands-on learning for all ages to explore physical, natural and earth sciences. Aquarium galleries take visitors through immersive freshwater and marine habitats. The planetarium theater features digital presentations in surround sound and laser light shows. catawbascience.org Harper House/Hickory History Center, 310 N. Center St., (828) 324-4294. A house museum, interpreting both Hickory history, through the numerous significant families who lived in the house, and Victorian life in the South (c.1887). Lyerly House is also on site and is devoted to the further interpretation of Hickorys rich past. catawbahistory.org Hickory Furniture Mart Catawba Valley Furniture Museum, 2220 Hwy. 70 S.E.,

Largest water park in the Carolinas. Enclosed and drop slides, tube rides and activity pools for all ages and sizes. Thunder Bay makes massive, perfect waves. Two great childrens areas and a drifting Lazee River complete the fun. emeraldpointe.com

Grover
Patriots, (704) 937-2940. Fully guided tour of the private and public collections of a former White House executive chef. Other collections from private foundations include the Miller, Griffith, Mancuso, Bush, Carter, Reagan, Clinton families, libraries and foundations. theinnofthepatriots.com

Presidential Culinary Museum, Inn of the

Harrisburg
U.S. Legend Cars International, 5245 Hwy. 49, (704) 455-3896. Home of the Legends, Bandolero and Thunder Roadster cars. Tour the manufacturing facility and see the building of the cars that offer the thrill of big-time professional racing. 600racing.com Wood Brothers Racing, 7201 Caldwell Rd., (704) 456-1221. Viewing window, showroom and gift shop. Take a look back in time with photos from the Wood Brothers Racing Museum. woodbrothersracing.com

Gulf
Deep River Camelback Truss Bridge,
3485 R Jordan Rd., (919) 542-8296. Originally constructed in 1908 and spanning the Deep River, the bridge has undergone many reconstructions and renovations. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Visit the bridge at Deep River Park, where you can enjoy a picnic with scenic views. waymarking.com

(800) 462-MART (6278). More than 100 galleries, showrooms and factory outlets under one roof with 1,000 manufacturing lines offering a wide selection of quality furniture. The museum displays period pieces, an early workshop and videos. hickoryfurniture.com

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Haw River Historical Museum, 201 Main St., (336) 578-3468. Alamance County and textile histories are reflected in a large collection of photographs from 1890 to the present, including a World War I and II exhibit, and a Civil War exhibit housing artifacts and photos. rootsweb.com/~nchrha

Halifax
Historic Halifax State Historic Site, 25 St. David St., (800) 522-4282. Home of the Halifax Resolves, the first official action for independence by any colony. Offers an audiovisual presentation, exhibits, guided tours and displays depicting the history of the town. Several historic structures are open on the site, including the Sally Billy House (1808), the Burgess House (1808), the Halifax County Jail (1838), the Tap Room (1760) and Eagle Tavern (1790), the Owens House (1760), Clerks Office (1832) and more. The Montfort House, an archaeological exhibit over original foundations, portrays the lifestyle of this wealthy Halifax resident, the first and only Provincial Grand Master Mason of North America. nchistoricsites.org/halifax/halifax.htm

Hickory Museum of Art, 243 Third Ave. N.E., (828) 327-8576. The second-oldest art museum in North Carolina and the first museum in the Southeast to collect American art offers exciting exhibits.

Hiddenite
Emerald Hollow Mine, 484 Emerald
Hollow Mine Dr., (828) 632-3394. The only emerald mine in the United States open to the public for prospecting. The area is host to more than 63 different types of naturally occurring gems and minerals, including hiddenite. hiddenitegems.com

Henderson
Historic District Henderson,
N. Garnett & Rose Ave., (866) 438-4565. Covers 16 square blocks and occupies 46 acres, one- to three-story brick buildings, churches and the remnants of residential areas. Several restaurants in the district are housed in buildings that are 100-plus years old. Home of the famous annual East Coast Drag Times Hall of Fame Reunion, a tribute to the history of drag racing. kerrlake-nc.com

(866) 600-4367. Three-story Victorian mansion houses a museum of antiques and collectibles, local gem and mineral collection, art gallery with changing exhibits, and a toy and doll collection. Fee for guided tour of museum; other areas are free. hiddenitecenter.com

Hiddenite Center at the Historic Lucas Mansion, 316 Hiddenite Church Rd.,

Hamlet
Built in 1900, this is a prime example of Victorian architecture and one of the most photographed stations in the eastern United States. Exhibits include photographs, maps,

Kerr Lake State Recreation Area,


6254 Satterwhite Point Rd., (252) 438-7791. A 50,000-acre lake with more than 800 miles of shoreline. Includes campsites, picnic areas, boat ramps, fishing, bird-watching and hiking trails. Enjoy the visitors center, sailing regattas and fishing tournaments throughout the year. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/kela/main.php

High Point
All-a-Flutter Butterfly Farm, 7850 Clinard
Farms Rd., (336) 454-5651. Come visit a real working butterfly farm. Learn about the life cycle of a Monarch butterfly, then see eggs, caterpillars, chrysalis and adult Monarchs in

National Railroad Museum and Hall of Fame, 120 Spring St., (910) 582-2383.

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the flight house. All visitors are encouraged to hand-feed the butterflies for an up-close look. Please call ahead to check our schedule. all-a-flutter.com

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Bernice Bienenstock Furniture Library,


1009 N. Main St., (336) 883-4011. Established in 1970, the library houses a comprehensive collection of volumes on the history of furniture and is recognized as a world center for research on furniture, furniture design, decorating and architecture. furniturelibrary.com

The only place to learn, play and explore the real history of High Point. Featuring exciting exhibits, hands-on programs and tours, the museum gives you a peek into what life was like in High Point from its early days as a backcountry community to its present days as the International Home Furnishings Capital of the World. highpointmuseum.org

High Point Museum and Historical Park, 1859 E. Lexington Ave., (336) 885-1859.

Kersey Valley, 1615 Kersey Valley Rd.,

66416

(336) 802-1962. We offer something for everyone. Our zipline is aviation-themed and one of the largest closed-course ziplines in the country. Get rolling and explore the farm on the off-road Segway tours. Plus, we have seasonal activities. kerseyvalley.com

Millis Regional Health Education Center, 600 N. Elm St., (336) 878-6713. The

ultimate in interactive health education. Ride a bike with Mr. Bones, the bicycling skeleton; measure your height against a life-size Michael Jordan; get health tips from TAM, our talking, transparent mannequin; and much more. millishealth.com

Museum of Old Domestic Life, 555 E. Springfield Rd., (336) 882-3054. This historic Quaker meetinghouse was built in 1858 and is filled with the everyday items necessary to 19th-century rural life in a Quaker community. Includes displays for cloth making, shoe making, cooking and farming. Oak Hollow Lake Park, 3431 N. Centennial
St., (336) 883-3494. A 1,500-acre park with boating, water-skiing, sailing, fishing, family campground, indoor/outdoor tennis center, picnic areas and an overlook park.

A unique, interactive ecotourism experience with 376 acres of hiking trails, visitors center and a walk-on map of North Carolina in full relief with rivers flowing, cities and highways. piedmontenvironmental.com

Piedmont Environmental Center of High Point, 1220 Penny Rd., (336) 883-8531.

(336) 289-1942. Guided tour where youll see mementos from Rosettas life, learn about important moments in High Points history and discover inventions made by AfricanAmericans. rosettacbaldwinfoundation.com/ museum.htm

Rosetta C. Baldwin African-American Museum, 1408 R.C. Baldwin Ave.,

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Theatre Art Galleries, 220 E. Commerce

Ave., (336) 887-2137. Three art galleries, plus the interactive Kaleidoscope Youth Gallery. tagart.org

Worlds Largest Chest of Drawers, 508 Hamilton St., (800) 720-5255. Known as the Bureau of Information in 1926, this restored 19th-century dresser stands 32 feet high and was built to call attention to High Point as the Furniture Capital of the World.

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Fantasy Lake, 5869 Permastone Lake Rd., (910) 424-9999. A complete family water park featuring waterslides, trapeze swings, picnic areas with grills, snack bar, video arcade and acres of sandy beaches. fantasylakewaterpark.com

Huntersville
Carolina Raptor Center, 6000 Sample Rd., (704) 875-6521. Get face-to-face with amazing birds of prey. Stroll along the nature trail for a self-guided tour, observe raptors in their aviaries, watch a presentation of live raptors and chat with our Wild Wings Educators. See great displays and interactive areas like Harry Potters Raptors of the Silver Screen. carolinaraptorcenter.org Discovery Place Kids, 105 Gilead Rd., (704) 372-6261. Imagine what your kid can do: be a firefighter, a chef or an explorer, build a castle, create a masterpiece, captain a boat, visit a farm, run a grocery store or dig in an outdoor garden. We provide an extraordinary and rich play experience that engages childrens imaginations and inspires learning. discoveryplacekids.org Energy Explorium, McGuire Nuclear Site, 13339 Hagers Ferry Rd., (800) 777-0003.

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Hillsborough
Alexander Dickson House, 150 E. King St., (877) 732-7748. Known as the Last Headquarters of the Confederacy, this Quaker-plan house (c.1790) was moved in 1983 to its present site and has been restored as a visitors center. An adjacent garden displays traditional 18th- and 19th-century plants used for cooking, medicine and dyeing cloth. historichillsborough.org
(919) 732-6886. This meticulously restored 1815 plantation home is finely furnished with Federal antiques and decorative art. The home, built by William Kirkland of Scotland, sits on 265 tranquil acres along the banks of the Eno River. classicalamericanhomes.org

Moorefields, 2201 Moorefields Rd.,


(919) 732-4941. United States Supreme Court Justice Alfred Moore (1755-1810) of Wilmington built Moorefields in 1785 as his summer home. This is a two-story, Federalstyle house with fine overmantels, moldings and a Chinese Chippendale staircase. The interior furnishings and portraits, formal gardens and park with avenues, walks and planned vistas were left as a public memorial by Edward Draper-Savage, a University of North Carolina French professor.

Interactive and educational exhibits, a virtual tour of the station and electrical generation processes, a movie about the history and building of Lake Norman, butterfly garden and a mile-long nature trail. duke-energy.com/ visitor-centers/energyexplorium.asp

Ayr Mount Historic Site, 376 St. Marys Rd.,

Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area, Virginia Cates Rd., (919) 383-1686.
With 190 acres of land and nearly 3 miles of trails, visitors can experience a wide variety of the areas natural surroundings and wildlife. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/ocmo/main.php

Historic Latta Plantation, 5225 Sample Rd., (704) 875-2312. Restored Federal-style home (c.1800) with several reconstructed and restored outbuildings. Relive 18th-century events like gold panning, war reenactments and ghost tours, as well as living history folk life festivals, livestock and educational programs. lattaplantation.org Latta Plantation Nature Preserve, 6211 Sample Rd., (704) 875-1391. This 1,351-acre preserve on Mountain Island Lake is Mecklenburg Countys largest and offers a multitude of outdoor recreation and environmental education programs. Nature center, 18 miles of hiking trails and horseback riding, Segway adventure tours, fishing, canoeing and picnicking. charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ ParkandRec/StewardshipServices/ NaturePreserves/Pages/Latta.aspx Metrolina Greenhouses, 16400 Huntersville Concord Rd., (800) 543-3915. Take a tour of our facilities to learn about how we grow our four main product lines: spring bedding plants, summer annuals, fall mums and pansies, and winter poinsettias. Also learn about the packaging and distribution process for these plants and find out how they end up at national merchandisers. metrolinagreenhouses.com Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Rd., (704) 875-3113.
Visit the homesite of a Revolutionary War hero, plus 10 other historic sites, including one of the first African-American schools in the county and only one of two still standing. ruralhill.net

Burwell School Historic Site,

319 N. Churton St., (919) 732-7451. The house (c.1821, 1848) and outbuildings served as the Rev. and Mrs. Burwells Female School from 1837-1857. The house includes furnishings and exhibits from the Burwells occupancy, as well as occasional traveling exhibits. burwellschool.org

Orange County Historical Museum,


201 N. Churton St., (919) 732-2201. Located on the site of North Carolinas 1788 Constitutional Convention, the museum tells the story of Hillsborough and Orange County beginning with the early American Indian settlements through the 20th century, with rotating special exhibits that highlight particular themes and events. orangenchistory.org

Historic Occoneechee Speedway Trail, 320 Elizabeth Brady Rd., (919) 732-6886. A 44-acre site on the National Register of Historic Places. Three miles of trails take you along the banks of the Eno River, where youll walk around the only surviving speedway from NASCARs inaugural 1949 season. The speedway was active from 1948-1968, attracting the best stock-car drivers and thousands of spectators. historicspeedwaygroup.org Montrose Gardens, 320 St. Marys Rd.,
(919) 732-7787. A nationally known complex of gardens begun in the mid-19th century by Gov. William Alexander Graham and his wife, Susan Washington Graham. Includes a rock garden, numerous sunny gardens and an extensive woodland garden. gardenconservancy.org/garden-preservation/ gardenpreservationservices/preservationprojects/montrose

Ruffin-Rouhlac House, 101 E. Orange St.,


(919) 732-1270. Now used as the Town Hall, this early 19th-century house was once owned by Chief Justice Thomas Ruffin, who died there in 1870. The house has notable interior woodwork and six interesting outbuildings. Free tours available. historichillsborough.org

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Medoc Mountain State Park,
1541 Medoc State Park Rd., (800) 522-4282. Nearly 4,000 acres offer seven scenic hiking trails with more than 10 miles of hiking, plus bridle trails, camping, canoeing and fishing. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/memo/main.php

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Rock of Ages Winery, 1890 Charlie Long Rd.,
(336) 364-7625. Enjoy wine tastings, tours, entertainment or just a leisurely afternoon overlooking our vineyard and lake. rockofageswinery.com

Kernersville
Krners Folly, 413 S. Main St., (336) 996-7922. An interior design wonder of the 1880s transformed from a carriage house by artist and designer Jule Gilmer Krner. The unique 22-room home has seven different levels. No two doors or windows are alike. A tour of the home exposes many unusual and innovative designs. kornersfolly.org Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden,
215 S. Main St., (336) 996-7888. Beautiful and unusual plantings, a wonderful visitor center and tours of seven gardens over 7 acres, including a kitchen garden based on an 18th-century design at historic Bethabara Park. pjcbg.org

Lumbee Indian Museum of the Carolinas, 607 Turnpike Rd., (910) 276-2496.
Expand your knowledge of American Indian cultures. More than 200,000 artifacts on exhibit, including pottery, jewelry, clothing, weapons and tools. lumbee-indianmuseum.com

Jamestown
Mendenhall Plantation, 603 W. Main St.,
(336) 454-3819. This 19th-century Quaker homestead was involved in and supported the abolitionist movement during the Civil War. The plantation is home to one of only two remaining false-bottomed wagons used to help transport slaves to freedom. mendenhallplantation.org Dr., (866) 436-8056. This 85-foot-tall highboy was designed by Sid Lenger to match the Worlds Largest Chest of Drawers. furniturelandsouth.com

Museum of Scotland County, 13043 X-Way Rd. Showcases the unique history of farming and industry in the region, with displays of agricultural and textile machinery and early farm implements. Antique vehicles, local art, model trains and numerous artifacts from the Civil War. scotlandcounty-museum.com Scottish Heritage Center, St. Andrews
Presbyterian College, 1700 Dogwood Mile, (910) 277-5236. Preserves and highlights Scottish history, culture, music and traditions of the Carolinas. Located in the DeTamble Library on the St. Andrews Presbyterian College campus. sapc.edu/shc

Kings Mountain
Crowders Mountain State Park, 522 Park Office Ln., (704) 853-5375. Climb rugged peaks rising 800 feet above the surrounding countryside and watch raptors soar in the wind currents. The parks 2,758 acres include 1,625-foot Crowders Mountain and 1,705-foot Kings Pinnacle. A 9-acre lake, canoe rentals, more than 15 miles of hiking and nature trails, picnic facilities and primitive pack-in camp. Free; fee for canoes and camping. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/crmo/main.php Kings Mountain Fire Museum, 210 Cleveland Ave., (704) 734-0555. Features more than 500 items, including antique fire trucks and firefighting equipment, plus a 1925 and 1930 American la France fire truck. kmfire.com Kings Mountain Gateway Trails,
807 S. Battleground Ave., (704) 739-4755. Greenway designed to connect the city of Kings Mountain to 8-10 miles of paved trail, soft-packed gravel trail and single-track mountain biking trails. Perfect for hiking, too, in a beautiful natural setting. kmgatewaytrails.org 100 E. Mountain St., (704) 739-1019. Features local historical items, such as an antique weaving loom, coal stove, exhibits, film of the areas history and more. Request to tour the century-old log cabin or the Cornwell house.

Worlds Largest Highboy, 5635 Riverdale

Lawndale
Baker Buffalo Creek Vineyard & Winery, 3521 Fallston-Waco Rd.,
(704) 538-9927. Spend an afternoon with us sampling our unique and delicious wines. Grounds include an historic century-old farmhouse, a fully restored mule barn and the original milkhouse that now supports the winemaking operations and wine-tasting facility. bakerbuffalocreek.com

Kannapolis
(704) 938-6121. Catch a rare glimpse of NASCAR history the No. 2 car Dale Earnhardt drove in his first Winston Cup championship and the No. 43 car Richard Petty drove in the 199th Winston Cup win. A total of 23 cars are on display, surrounded by motorsports and recording industry memorabilia. mikecurb.com Corner S. Main & B Sts., (704) 938-3200. The centerpiece attraction is a 9-foot, 900-pound bronze statue of Earnhardt. Also featured is a granite monument contributed by Earnhardt fans from Vermont and New York. Nearby, youll see dramatic, larger-than-life murals depicting Earnhardts career. (704) 782-4340. Self-guided tour of landmarks relating to Dale Earnhardts life and NASCAR career, including the neighborhood where he grew up and streets where he cruised as a teenager. cabarruscvb.com/daletrail/www/thetrail.html

Curb Museum for Motorsports and Music, 600 Dale Earnhardt Blvd.,

Leasburg
Hyco Lake, 205 Kelly Brewer Rd.,
(336) 599-4343. Covers 3,750 acres with 120 miles of shoreline. Fishing, boating, camping, swimming and picnic areas. hycolake.com

Dale Earnhardt Tribute Plaza,

Kings Mountain Historical Museum,

Lewisville
Westbend Vineyards, 5394 Williams Rd.,
(866) 901-5032. Prime 60 acres of vinifera vineyards are neatly tucked into the gently rolling countryside producing Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling, Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc. westbendvineyards.com

Dale Trail, 3003 Dale Earnhardt Blvd.,

Kittrell
Confederate Cemetery, W. Chavis Rd.,
(866) 438-4565. All 52 soldiers buried in the cemetery died at the Kittrell Springs Hotel. St. James Episcopal Church (c.1860), located next to the cemetery, administered to Confederate patients and provided Christian burial.

Lexington
Bob Timberlake Gallery, 1714 E. Center St.
Ext., (800) 244-0095. A gallery, retail complex and museum that features the art, home furnishings and accessories of the internationally recognized artist/designer. bobtimberlake.com

Stewart Haas Racing, 6001 Haasway,

(704) 652-4227. Showroom and several viewing areas. stewarthaasracing.com

Kenly
709 Church St., (800) 965-1437. A 6,000-square-foot exhibit hall displaying artifacts from all aspects of farm life, along with a hands-on childrens exhibit. Household goods, musical instruments and clothing are displayed, along with agricultural tools. A restored farmstead with main house, detached kitchen and smokehouse depict rural life as it was during the Great Depression. The gift shop offers unusual souvenirs and handcrafted items from Johnston County craftsmen. tobaccofarmlifemuseum.org

Laurinburg
Golden Knights Practice Center, 16701 Airport Rd., (910) 396-7423. Thrill to the free-fall athleticism and accuracy of the Golden Knights United States Army Parachute Teams. While normally scheduled, please call to confirm dates and times. usarec.army.mil/hq/goldenknights Historic John Blue House and Heritage Center, 13040 X-Way Rd., (910) 276-2495.
This 100-year-old Victorian house, with two museum rooms, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Also located on pecan tree-lined grounds are three authentic log cabins, restored pre-Civil War cotton gin and other buildings, and a miniature steam locomotive. johnbluehouse.com

Tobacco Farm Life Museum,

Boones Cave Park, 3552 Boones Cave Rd., (336) 242-2285. The 110-acre, day-use park offers a hiking trail, river fishing and picnicking areas. Several large rock outcrops serve as canoe rest stops along the Yadkin River Canoe Trail. The Candy Factory, 15 N. Main St.,
(336) 249-6770. Step back in time for everything youd expect in a candy store of yesteryear. Aged wooden floors, a player piano and hundreds of nostalgic candies, plus an interesting assortment of antiques. sweettoothgifts.com

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Childress Vineyards, 1000 Childress Vineyards Rd., (336) 236-9463. Enjoy one of the finest tasting rooms in America while sampling a stellar collection of wines. The winery is open daily for tours and tastings; also enjoy our walking trails. Free weekend music series May-Oct., plus other special events. childressvineyards.com
Two S. Main St., (336) 242-2035. Located in the Old Davidson County Courthouse (c.1858), the museum features artifacts and photographs. The second-floor courtroom remains intact with its judges bench, jury box and prisoners holding cage. co.davidson.nc.us/museum counties, (866) 604-2389. This 15,000-acre reservoir on the Yadkin River provides excellent boating and fishing. 4 E. First Ave., (336) 249-0383. National Register Historic District, plus fringe sites dating from 1824-1948. Self-guided walking tour available. uptownlexington.com

Love Valley
Love Valley Old West Town,
169 Henry Martin Trail. Authentic Old Western town located in the Little Brushy Mountains, also known as the Cowboy Capital of North Carolina, complete with saddle shops, rodeo arena, more than 800 acres of horse trails, horse rentals and assorted shops. townoflovevalley.com

Mayo River State Park, 500 Old Mayo

Park Rd., (336) 427-2530. Offering visitor station, picnic shelter, hiking trails and nature programs, plus catch-and-release fishing in the pond on just under 2,000 acres. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/mari/main.php

Davidson County Historical Museum,

Mebane
Tanger Outlet Center, 4000 Arrowhead Blvd., (919) 304-1520. More than 75 brandname outlets of your favorite stores, conveniently located just off I-140/85. tangeroutlet.com/mebane The Winery at Iron Gate Farm, 2540 Lynch Store Rd., (919) 304-9463. Tours upon request and as time permits. You will see and learn how our vintage wines are processed from the vine to the bottle. irongatevineyards.com

Lucama
Whirligigs, Wiggins Mill Rd., (800) 497-7398. Whimsical metal sculptures by Vollis Simpson are powered by the wind. Simpson uses castoff items and wind to create visual delights of color, motion and sound.

High Rock Lake, Davidson & Rowan

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Lumberton
Exploration Station, 104 N. Chestnut St.,
(910) 738-1114. Where kids learn while having fun. Play and examine real X-rays in a makebelieve hospital, look after babies in a nursery, milk a cow, put on a play or watch ducks cascade down a waterfall. explorationkids.com

Midland
Reed Gold Mine, 9621 Reed Mine Rd., (704) 721-4653. Site of the first gold discovery in North America in 1799 by a 12-year-old boy. This led to major mining operations throughout the Piedmont. Tour the visitor center, restored underground tunnels and reconstructed stamp mill. An instructional gold panning experience is available for a small fee on a seasonal basis. nchistoricsites.org/reed Rocky River Vineyards, 11685 Reed Mine Rd., (704) 781-5035. Family-owned and -operated winery featuring sweet Muscadine wines, Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and other tempting wines. rockyrivervineyards.com

Junius Lindsay Vineyard, 385 Dr. Zimmerman Rd., (336) 764-0487. Enjoy our award-winning wines in a relaxed setting, surrounded by forests and streams. juniuslindsay.com Native Vines Winery, 1336 N. Hwy. 150,
(336) 787-3688. The first American Indianowned winery. Weve been producing completely natural, seasonal fruit wines since 1998, with a focus on apple and blackberry. nativevineswinery.com

Enjoy three walkabout loops: Riverside, Old Lumberton and Plaza. Walk the streets of Lumberton amid structures dating back to the 1840s. Retrace part of the Old Lumberton trail and see the Lumber River along Riverside Drive loop. ci.lumberton.nc.us

Historic Lumberton Riverside Walkabouts, Elm St., (910) 671-3876.

Weathervane Winery, 1452 Welcome


Arcadia Rd., (336) 793-3366. We have developed great wines and each one is handmade. Nothing is mass produced, no filtering and no huge storage tanks for aging. Everything is done by hand, assuring each bottle has the best taste. weathervanewinery.com

Robeson County Showcase Museum, 101 S. Elm St., (910) 738-7979. Collection of artifacts relative to Lumberton and Robeson County. robesoncountyhistory.org Robeson Planetarium & Science Center, 420 Caton Rd., (910) 735-2147.

Lillington
Raven Rock State Park, 3009 Raven Rock
Rd., (910) 893-4888. More than 10 miles of hiking trails, 7 miles of bridle trails, picnicking, primitive backpack camping, fishing and canoeing. Steep bluff, outcrops. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/raro/main.php

Planetarium presentations teach astronomy using multimedia, exhibits, photographs and displays. Open to the public with showings each day, the science center has ongoing live TV when NASA is telecasting from space. robesonsky.com

Milton
Historic District Milton, Hwy. 57 N.,
(336) 234-8980. This historic town, developed on the Dan River during the railroad era, is still living in the 1800s. Antique shops, dry goods and a completely restored road course race track. Visit the historic Thomas Day House/ Union Tavern. miltonnc.com

Stephens Vineyard & Winery, 284 Smith Mill Rd., (910) 734-1829. Familyowned and -operated vineyard and winery that specializes in fruit and Muscadine wines. We are small in size, but very large in taste. stephensvineyardandwinery.com

Mocksville
Garden Gate Vineyards, 261 Scenic Dr.,
(336) 751-3794. This small, family-owned winery produces home-style fruit wines: Muscadine, blackberry, Scuppernong, raspberry, blueberry, Scarlet Blush and strawberry. Free tasting bar and gift shop featuring handcrafted ceramics. gardengatevineyards.com

Lincolnton
St., (704) 240-9899. We feature handcrafted wines, meaning we oversee the creation of each bottle. From crisp whites and rich reds to refreshing sweets, youre guaranteed to receive the best. southerncharmwinery.com

Maxton
Locklear Vineyard & Winery,
1872 Preston Rd., (910) 316-0767. We are the first wholly owned American Indian Estate winery in the state. Every aspect of the operation is done on premises. Tastings and tours available. locklearwinery.com

Southern Charm Winery, 235-D E. Main

Littleton
Lake Gaston, Eaton Ferry Rd.,
(866) 730-5711. Straddling the North Carolina and Virginia border between I-85 and I-95, this 20,000-acre lake offers a wide variety of water sports. lakegastonchamber.com

Mayodan
Autumn Creek Vineyards,
390 Means Creek Rd., (336) 548-1846. Enjoy fine vintages in our picturesque tasting room. We chose to plant French varietals because the soil, climate and altitude are conducive for growing these grapes. autumncreekvineyards.com

Historic District Mocksville, Main St., (336) 751-3304. An ecclectic mix of antique, specialty and novelty gift shops and restaurants all occupied in restored historic buildings. Within easy walking distance is the historic residential district, where beautifully restored homes line our Main Street. daviecounty.com Joppa Cemetery, Hwy. 601, (336) 751-5042.
Burial site of Daniel Boones parents, Squire and Sarah Boone, and his brother, Israel.

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Misty Creek Vineyards, 710 Wyo Rd., (336) 998-3303. Chardonnay, Merlot and Chambourcin with a Cabernet SauvignonSyrah blend, a Syrah and a Sweet Rose coming soon. Tasting room; contact us about tours. mistycreekwines.com RayLen Vineyards & Winery, 3577 US Hwy. 158, (336) 998-3100. The Yadkin Valleys unique microclimate and soils have proven optimal for growing European varietals. This picturesque vineyard and winery offers beautiful landscaping nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Located just 15 minutes from Winston-Salem. raylenvineyards.com

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Historic District Monroe, Downtown, (704) 292-1705. Enjoy unique period architecture and stop in a store or two as you stroll on our historic walking tour. The historic Union County Courthouse, built in 1886, is a magnificent centerpiece. Treehouse Vineyards, 301 Bay St.,
(704) 283-4208. Youre invited to come taste the fruits of our labor. Stop by our tasting room to sample one of our fine wines. Ask about a vineyard tour. treehousevineyards.net

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, raleigh


The Pit Indoor Kart Racing, 346 E. Plaza Dr.,
Jail is a re-creation of the courthouse, as seen in many episodes of the popular television show series; enjoy a pork chop sandwich at Snappy Lunch; visit Floyds Barber Shop and Wallys Service Station. visitmayberry.com

Mooresville
Dale Earnhardt Inc., 1675 Coddle Creek
Hwy., (877) 334-9663. This year-round display highlights the achievements of Dale Earnhardt Inc. drivers. The museum hosts special exhibits throughout the year. daleearnhardtinc.com

(704) 799-3470. With the karts being only an inch off the concrete surface, they are capable of speeds up to 40 mph. Also laser tag, arcade and billiards. meetmeatthepit.com

Queens Landing, 1459 River Hwy., (704) 663-2628. Family entertainment center with sightseeing, lunch, dinner and moonlight cruises. Miniature golf, tennis courts, bumper boats, food and musical entertainment. queenslanding.com

Moore House, 202 Moore Ave., (800) 948-0949.


This is the oldest remaining house (c.1862) in Mount Airy. Located in the front yard is an outstanding rustic hexagonal summer house (c.1865). visitmayberry.com

JR Motorsports, 349 Cayuga Dr., (866) 576-8883. Dale Earnhardt Jr.s 66,000-square-foot race shop includes a viewing window, JR Nation, the Dale Jr. Fan Experience, plus a life-size wax figure of the team owner sculpted by Madame Tussauds Wax Museum. jrmotorsport.com Kyle Busch Motorsports, 351 Mazeppa Rd. This 77,000-square-foot shop is the first motorsports facility eligible for LEED certification for its use of green initiatives. View race preparation for its fleet of Toyota Tundras. Fans can also browse the 2,000-squarefoot gift shop. kylebuschmotorsports.com Lazy 5 Ranch, 15100 Hwy. 150 E., (704) 663-5100. A 185-acre, drive-through animal park featuring more than 600 exotic animals from around the world. lazy5ranch.com Memory Lane Motorsports & Historic Automotive Museum, 769 River Hwy.,

Morrisville
Chatham Hill Winery, 3800 Gateway
Centre Blvd., (800) 808-6768. Our mission is to produce distinctive, handcrafted, premium wines of high quality and purity from grapes grown in North Carolina. Carefully selected, high-quality grapes from vineyards with old vines and low yields ensure quality and consistency. chathamhillwine.com

Mount Airy Museum of Regional History, 301 N. Main St., (336) 786-4478. A

100-foot mural of the surrounding mountains is located in the main gallery and will set the stage for your tour. Exhibits provide a trip back in time, plus there are changing exhibits throughout the year. The Museum Gift Shoppe has gift items related to the exhibits, plus local and regional history books are for sale. northcarolinamuseum.org

Old North State Winery, 308 N. Main St.,

Mount Airy
The Andy Griffith Museum, 218 Rockford St., (336) 786-7998. The largest collection of Andy Griffith memorabilia features hundreds of items from the life and career of Andy Griffith in movies, television and music, as well as a variety of memorabilia. Also includes items donated by cast of The Andy Griffith Show, as well as a special section on the career of actress and current Mount Airy resident Betty Lynn, who played Thelma Lou. andygriffithmuseum.com Gertrude Smith House, 708 N. Main St.,
Ste. 310, (800) 576-0231. Built by merchant and landowner Jefferson Davis Smith, this Victorian-style home contains period furnishings and is on the National Register of Historic Places. visitmountairy.com

(336) 789-9463. We hope you enjoy the culmination of our dreams, our devotion to our farmland and our passion for our wines. Visit our tasting room or schedule a wine cellar tour. oldnorthstatewinery.com

Olde Mill Vineyards, 2742 Simpson Mill Rd., (336) 374-6533. Enjoy a taste of the simple country life in our rustic tasting room, awakened out of an 1800s farmhouse. Experience great wines and friendly conversation. oldemillvineyards.com Round Peak Vineyards, 765 Round Peak
Church Rd., (336) 352-5595. We take pride in our beautiful vineyards and our award-winning wines. We offer Italian and French varietals, and many are estate-bottled. roundpeak.com

(704) 662-3673. Enjoy many one-of-a-kind vehicles never before displayed, including race cars, vintage autos, motorcycles, toys, memorabilia and more. memorylaneautomuseum.com

Museum and art gallery dedicated to all types of racing. More than 35 cars on display, the Goodyear Mini-Theater and displays showcasing racings past and present. The Walk of Fame honors each member of the hall. ncarhof.com

NC Auto Racing Hall of Fame and Walk of Fame, 119 Knob Hill Rd., (704) 663-5331.

Uptown Gallery Group, 615 N. Main St.,

(336) 786-0057. Exhibits feature Eng and Chang Bunker, the Original Siamese Twins, and country star Donna Fargo, including stage outfits and records.

Penske Racing, 200 Penske Way, (704) 664-2300. Houses three NASCAR teams, as well as the Indy Car and ALMS teams. Fans can watch the crews prepare for upcoming NASCAR races from a 330-foot Fan Walk. penskeracing.com

(800) 948-0949. The Andy Griffith Show patterned Mayberry on Mount Airy. Today, you can find the Andy & Opie TV Land Landmark Statue; squad car tours through town in a vintage 1962 squad car replica; the Old City

Historic District Mount Airy: Mayberry, 200 N. Main St.,

(800) 227-6242. Visit the observation deck where you can see nearly all the activities and are close enough to be plenty startled when mining explosions are set off several times each day. ncgranite.com

Worlds Largest Open-Face Granite Quarry, NC Granite Corp., Hwy. 103,

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Little River Vineyards and Winery, 1907 Hwy. 73 W., (910) 439-6783. We combine the best elements of wineries throughout the world, using winemaking techniques developed and used in France, Italy, Argentina, South Africa and Napa Valley. littleriverwines.com Town Creek Indian Mound State Historic Site, 509 Town Creek Mound Rd.,

Oak Ridge
Old Mill of Guilford, 1340 NC Hwy. 68 N., (336) 643-4783. This working gristmill, with the sights and smells of another era, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. We also offer a wide variety of stone-ground products, crafts and other items. oldmillofguilford.com

Pinehurst
Sandhills Horticultural Gardens,
3395 Airport Rd., (910) 695-3882. Featuring 10 major gardens, including the Ebersol Holly Collection (largest on the East Coast), a specialized conifer garden, the Sir Walter Raleigh Garden and the Desmond Native Wetland Trail Garden. sandhillshorticulturalgardens.com 150 Cherokee Rd., (910) 295-3642. James Walker Tufts dream of Pinehurst unfolds in the letters, pictures and news clippings displayed here, dating from 1895. tuftsarchives.org

(910) 439-6802. The reconstructed ceremonial center includes the major temple on an earthen mound, minor temple, mortuary, game pole and stockade surrounding the ceremonial area. Visitors center, exhibits and nature trail. nchistoricsites.org/town

Oakboro
Oakboro Regional Museum of History,
231 N. Main St., (704) 485-4222. More than 1,000 artifacts explore another time when cotton was king, vast rolling farmland was rich in timber and American Indians lived peacefully on Rocky River. oakboro.com/departments/museum.htm

Tufts Archives, Given Memorial Library,

Mount Holly
Lake Wylie Kayak Rentals, 1000 Marina
Village Dr., (704) 827-0000. We have everything you need to enjoy a day on the river. Pick a canoe or a single- or double-seat kayak. lakewyliekayakrentals.com

Pineville
Birthplace of the 11th United States president. Visitors center with a film, artifacts, exhibits and displays illustrating the life and times of Polk. Guided tours are offered through reconstructed log buildings furnished in late 1700s to early 1800s. nchistoricsites.org/polk

President James K. Polk State Historic Site, 12031 Lancaster Hwy., (704) 889-7145.

Orrum
Lumber River State Park , 2819 Princess
Ann Rd., (910) 628-4564. A black-water river, the Lumber River gets its inky coloring from the natural tannic from the many cypress gum trees along its banks. The park offers 7,936 acres of land and 115 miles of state natural and scenic waters, 81 miles of which are also designated national wild and scenic waters. An official site on the North Carolina Birding Trail. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/laja/main.php

Mount Olive
Historic District Mount Olive, 123 N. Center St., (919) 658-3113. Besides being home to the world-famous Mount Olive Pickle Company, the historic district features examples of several architectural styles, including Greek Revival, Queen Anne, Craftsman and Colonial Revival. moachamber.com

Pinnacle
Horne Creek Living Historical Farm State Historic Site, 308 Horne Creek Rd.,
(336) 325-2298. Take part in daily activities and special events of bygone farm life, as well as see, smell, touch and hear things once common in rural North Carolina. nchistoricsites.org/horne

Mount Ulla
Kerr Mill at Sloan Park, 550 Sloan Rd.,
(704) 637-7776. Built in 1823, the mill provided flour and cornmeal for the inhabitants of western Rowan County. Filled with milling equipment and artifacts from the early 1800s, the mill is located at Sloan Park, which offers picnic and play areas. co.rowan.nc.us

Oxford
Granville County Museum, One Museum Ln., (919) 693-9706. Housed in the countys jail (c.1850), the museum covers all aspects of the regions history. Exhibits change every six months, with state and national traveling exhibits shown occasionally.

Pilot Mountain State Park, 1792 Pilot

Pembroke
Native American Resource Center, UNC Pembroke, Old Main, (910) 521-6282. Exhibits on crafts and arts depict tribal American Indian life. Major displays include authentic log canoe and log cabin. Tour includes a 30-minute film. uncp.edu/nativemuseum

New Hill
North Carolina Railroad Museum/New Hope Valley Railway, 5121 Daisy St.,
(919) 362-5416. Outdoor, self-guided tours of historic railroad equipment on weekends year round with train rides the first Sunday of each month. nhvry.org

Knob Park Rd., (336) 325-2355. Approach from any direction, and youll see Pilot Mountain rising more than 1,400 feet above the rolling countryside. This solitary peak is the centerpiece of Pilot Mountain State Park. A 7-mile woodland corridor joins two sections of the park mountain and more primitive river each offering a wealth of opportunities for outdoor fun. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/pimo/ main.php

Pittsboro
Carolina Tiger Rescue, 1940 Hanks
Chapel Rd., (919) 542-4684. This 55-acre sanctuary is home to more than 75 animals, including tigers, ocelots, binturongs and more. Guided walking tours by reservation only and must be scheduled in advance. carolinatigerrescue.org

New London
Cotton Patch Gold Mine, 41697 Gurley
Rd., (704) 463-5797. Located in the Uwharrie Lakes region, which has a rich gold mining history. Mining at Cotton Patch dates back to before 1865. cottonpatchgoldmine.com

Pikeville
A Secret Garden Winery, 1008 Airport Rd.,
(919) 734-0260. Featuring naturally fermented, handcrafted wines from our native grape, the Muscadine, the official fruit of North Carolina. asecretgardenwinery.com

Fearrington Village, 240 Market St.,

Newton
Catawba County Museum of History,
30 N. College Ave., (828) 465-0383. Housed in the former Catawba County Courthouse (c.1924), exhibits include a rare British Revolution-era redcoat, a 1930s racing car and a collection of locally crafted furniture and pottery. catawbahistory.org

Pine Level
Hinnant Family Vineyards & Winery,
826 Pine Level-Micro Rd., (919) 965-3350. Come relax in our spacious tasting room, where we have a variety of wines to tempt your palate. If education is what youre after, take a tour through our winery and learn the entire process. hinnantvineyards.com

(919) 542-2121. Tucked away on farmland dating to the 1700s, the farm pastures, home to Fearringtons famous Belted Galloway Cows and Tennessee Fainting Goats, surround the village center, which offers a bustling collection of high-quality shops and dining options. fearrington.com

SilkHope Winery, 2601 Silk Hope Gum Springs Rd., (919) 545-5696. Our winery receives warm sunlight during the day, making it an ideal location for producing our awardwinning wines. We offer tours and tastings, and we encourage everyone to visit us to learn more about our winemaking process. silkhopewinery.com

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Starrlight Mead, 480 Hillsboro St., #1000,
(919) 533-6314. Using local honey and lots of love, we are crafting award-winning mead honey wine to surprise and delight you. Stop by for a mead tasting, a tour of the facility and a friendly welcome. starrlightmead.com

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(919) 936-4421. Features 600 varieties of bearded irises and daylilies, as well as the largest collection of hosta in the Southeast.

(800) 394-2753. Check out the only HarleyDavidson drag-racing museum in the world, located on the second floor of one of the largest Harley dealerships in the United States. The expanded showroom is the home of the world-famous drag-racing champion Ray Price. rayprice.com

Legends of Harley Drag Racing Museum, 1126 S. Saunders St.,

Raleigh Farmers Market, 1201 Agriculture St.,

(919) 733-7417. Enjoy 75 acres of indoor and outdoor specialty shops, restaurants, garden center, fruits and vegetables at this stateowned market. The NC Meat & Cheese Center features farm-raised specialty meats. ncagr.gov/markets/facilities/markets/raleigh

Triangle Glides, 321 S. Blount St.,

Powells Gardens, 9468 US Hwy. 70,

Marbles Kids Museum and Wells Fargo IMAX Theatre, 201 E. Hargett St.,
(919) 834-4040. A hands-on, minds-on interactive museum that inspires children to pretend, use their imaginations, be curious and simply have fun. marbleskidsmuseum.org

(800) 979-3370. Guided Segway tours will get you up close and personal to Raleighs points of interest. If youd rather get out on the water and learn to stand-up paddle, also known as SUP, you can join us at Raleighs Lake Wheeler. triangleglides.com 8801 Glenwood Ave., (919) 571-4170. Stroll along nature trails or walk into the heart of the woodlands on 22 miles of hiking trails that wander through a pine and hardwood forest. Also offered are camping, picnicking, canoe rentals, fishing, visitor center nature study and 13 miles of horseback riding and mountain biking trails. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/wium/main.php

Raleigh
African American Cultural Complex,
119 Sunnybrook Rd., (919) 250-9336. Unique collection of artifacts, documents and displays of outstanding contributions made by AfricanAmericans and housed in several buildings along a picturesque nature trail. aaccmuseum.org

Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa St.,

William B. Umstead State Park,

(919) 857-4364. An antebellum plantation house and outbuildings, home to five generations of an influential Raleigh family. Tour of the park also includes the birthplace of President Andrew Johnson. raleighnc.gov/mordecai

409 W. Martin St., (919) 513-0946. Explores whats now and nearing in an always-changing museum experience with the most contemporary works of art and design possible. camraleigh.org

Contemporary Art Museum (CAM),

North Carolina Executive Mansion,

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Gardens, 1300 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.,

200 N. Blount St., (866) 724-8687. This Victorian-style mansion, built from native North Carolina materials, has been home to North Carolina governors since 1891. Tours of both the house and gardens are available, but reservations must be made in advance. nchistoricsites.org/capitol/exec/exectour.htm Blue Ridge Rd., (919) 839-6262. One of the premier visual arts museums in the Southeast, featuring a dramatic new gallery building. Home to a world-class collection, plus 164-acre Museum Park. ncartmuseum.org

Ramseur
Millstone Creek Orchards, 506 Parks Crossroads Church Rd., (336) 824-5263. Tour this working orchard that specializes in apples, peaches, blueberries, grapes, pumpkins and vegetables.

(919) 834-6264. A colorful variety of trees, shrubs and flowering plants encircle a life-size bronze statue of the national civil rights leader, and the King Memorial Wall surrounds the statue. A 12-ton granite water monument honors 25 civil rights pioneers. king-raleigh.org

North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110

Randleman
Pettys Garage, 311 Branson Mill Rd.,
(877) 498-3745. Plant your feet within the walls of the Petty compound, where 10 NASCAR championships and more than 250 race wins began. Today, this team of automotive professionals builds high-performance street cars.

Haywood Hall House and Gardens,

211 New Bern Pl., (919) 832-8357. Oldest house within Raleighs original city limits on its original site, built in 1799. Learn about the familys descendants and furnishings and about 200 years of Raleighs growth. Gardens contain native plants and shrubs. haywoodhall.org

North Carolina Museum of History,

5 E. Edenton St., (919) 807-7900. Explore North Carolinas past and learn about its people. Exhibits highlight the states military history, decorative arts, sports heroes and more. ncmuseumofhistory.org

4028 Carya Dr., (919) 250-1013. This antebellum farmstead features an 1855 Greek Revival house, detached plank kitchen, an herb garden, a barn and the 3,000-square-foot Farm History Center. wakegov.com/parks/oakview

Historic Oak View County Park,

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W. Jones St., (877) 462-8724.

Randleman Lake, 7123 Adams Farm Rd.,

Historic Trolley Tours, 1 Mimosa St., (919) 857-4364. Journey through the heart of the capital city on a narrated tour to visit historic sites, art galleries, museums, shops and restaurants. Board or de-board at any stop. raleighnc.gov Historic Yates Mill County Park,
4620 Lake Wheeler Rd., (919) 856-6675. The 174-acre park features hiking trails; historic Yates Mill, Wake Countys last remaining gristmill, which is now fully restored; and the mills 20-acre pond. wakegov.com/parks/yatesmill

The Southeasts largest natural history museum offers four floors of exhibits and live animals. Highlights include the Willo, the first dinosaur discovered with a fossilized heart, the Living Conservatory, daily hands-on programs and the fascinating Nature Research Center. naturalsciences.org

(336) 498-5281. With a lake surface of more than 3,000 acres and 100 miles of beautiful shoreline, enjoy recreational activities such as boating, fishing, sailing and paddleboats. ptrwa.org

North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame, 5 E. Edenton St., (919) 807-7900. Exhibits personal items donated by approximately 360 inductees. Learn about these sports legends and the impact of sports in the state. ncshof.org North Carolina State Capitol,
1 E. Edenton St., (919) 733-4994. Built between 1833 and 1840, this National Historic Landmark is one of the bestpreserved examples of a civic building in the Greek Revival style of architecture. nchistoricsites.org/capitol

Richard Petty Museum, 142 W. Academy St., (336) 495-1143. Race into this museum showcasing the career of the King of NASCAR and his family from the early dirt days to the present with cars, trophies, awards and personal memorabilia. rpmuseum.com

Red Springs
Flora Macdonald Gardens, 200 S. College St.,
(910) 843-5000. Always known for the variety of azaleas in the spring, the gardens still have many of the original plants. As part of a restoration, many new botanical specimens have been added and lost plants replaced. capefearscots.com/campus.html#gardens

A nationally known arboretum, this 8-acre garden includes a White Garden, Japanese Garden and award-winning, 350-foot perennial border. ncsu.edu/jcraulstonarboretum

JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Rd., (919) 515-3132.

Home of the North Carolina General Assembly. ncleg.net

North Carolina State Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St., (919) 733-4111.

Roanoke Rapids
Roanoke Canal Museum & Trail,
15 Jackson St. Ext., (800) 522-4282. Contains some of the most impressive and bestpreserved early 19th-century canal construction in the nation. Enjoy the interactive museum, hiking trail with rustic bridges, or try your hand at navigating a boat in a locks system. roanokecanal.com

Joel Lane Museum House, 728 W. Hargett


St., (919) 833-3431. This landmark (c.1760) is Wake Countys oldest existing building. Costumed docents give tours and tell the story of the authentically restored house, its 18th-century furnishings and beautiful period gardens. joellane.org

Raleigh City Museum, 220 Fayetteville St.,

(919) 832-3775. Dedicated to preserving and interpreting the heritage of North Carolinas capital city through temporary and permanent exhibits. Housed in a historic 1874 building with many original features. raleighcitymuseum.org

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Rowan Museum, 202 N. Main St.,
(704) 633-5946. This 1854 courthouse, one of the finest examples of pre-Civil War architecture in the state, now houses artifacts and displays on the life and history of Rowan County. rowanmuseum.org

Salisbury Heritage Walking, History & Art Tours, 204 E. Innes St., Ste. 120,
(800) 332-2343. Choose one of several interesting tours to learn more about Salisbury. The African-American Walking Tour chronicles the historic moments, great leaders and the lives of generations of African-Americans who contributed to the towns industrial, artistic, cultural and spiritual life. The Heritage Walking Tour offers a personal glimpse into the history and architecture of historic downtown Salisbury and the stately homes of the West Square District. The History & Art Trail features sites, markers, monuments and art relating to significant people and places in local history, culture, industry and the arts. All are self-guided with information available at the visitors center. visitsalisburync.com/things-to-do/historicattractions/default.aspx

North Carolina Zoo, Asheboro


Roanoke Valley Veterans Museum,
1620 E. 10th St., (800) 522-4282. Extensive collection of military memorabilia and medals, as well as a military library. visithalifax.com/ Dallas-Jones-Veterans-Center.html

Salisbury
Cauble Creek Vineyard, 700 Cauble Farm Rd.,
(704) 633-1137. Join us and taste the fruits of the native Muscadine grape varieties. Take in our hospitality and stretch your legs on a nice walk around the homestead. caublecreekvineyard.com

Waterworks Visual Arts Center, 123 E. Liberty St., (704) 636-1882. Offers a wide range of nationally and regionally recognized artists. Revolving exhibitions feature interesting and powerful sculptures. waterworks.org

Rocky Mount
Imperial Centre for the Arts & Sciences, Imperial Centre Plaza, 270 Gay St.,
(252) 972-1163. The Arts Center consists of a visual arts building that includes 10 galleries with a permanent collection, rotating professional, historical and childrens exhibits. The Childrens Museum & Science Center is home to the Cummins digital planetarium, plus exotic live animals, hands-on exhibits and displays. imperialcentre.org

Dan Nicholas Park, 6800 Bringle Ferry Rd.,


(866) 767-2757. This 425-acre park offers a 10-acre lake for paddleboating and fishing, Rowan Wildlife Adventures, tennis courts, picnic shelters, Hurley Family Water Plaza, playground, volleyball, horseshoes, ball fields, miniature golf, carousel, gem mining, fresh water aquarium and miniature train ride for children. dannicholas.net

Sanford
Deep River Sporting Clays, 284 Cletus Hall Rd., (919) 774-7080. With minimal coaching, even someone who has never shot before can enjoy a round of sporting clays. Targets are thrown to simulate the flight patterns of low-flying ducks, teal coming off the water or woodcock zipping through the trees. Clays even shoot across the ground like a hopping rabbit. And you dont have to hit every clay to have a great time. deepriver.net House in the Horseshoe State Historic Site, 288 Alston House Rd., (910) 947-2051.
The house (c.1772) was the scene of a Whig/ Tory conflict during the American Revolution, and some of the bullet holes are still visible. Also the home of four-term North Carolina governor and prominent statesman Benjamin Williams from 1798-1814. nchistoricsites.org/horsesho

Rocky Mount Fire Museum, 404 S.


Church St., (252) 972-1376. Houses a wooden fire main, old photos of firefighters, the citys first fire alarm system and other mementos. A main display is a horse-drawn steam engine built in 1878 and used in Rocky Mount from 1896-1922. rockymountnc.gov/fire/museum.html

Rd., (800) 332-2343. While this is the final resting place for veterans of all wars, buried in 18 trench graves are 11,700 Union soldiers who died at the Salisbury Confederate Prison during the Civil War. Three monuments stand as a tribute. visitsalisburync.com/things-to-do/ historic-attractions/default.aspx

Historic National Cemetery and Confederate Prison Site, 202 Government

Historic Salisbury Trolley Tours,

Roxboro
Hyco Lake, NC Hwy. 57 N., (336) 599-4343.
Covers 3,750 acres with 120 miles of shoreline, providing many opportunities for outdoor recreation, including boating, camping, fishing and picnicking. visitroxboronc.com

204 E. Innes St., Ste. 120, (800) 332-2343. What better way to experience 250 years of Salisbury heritage and the continuum of architectural styles in our historic districts than on a trolley tour? Tours are available on Saturdays from April-Oct. visitsalisburync.com

Scotland Neck
Sylvan Heights Bird Park, 500 Sylvan
Heights Pkwy., (800) 522-4282. Features the worlds largest collection of waterfowl in continentally themed aviaries. Picnic area, playground, interactive bird station, fossil dig and accessible treehouse overlooking the wetlands. shwpark.com

Mayo Lake, Hwy. 49 N., (336) 597-1755.


A 2,800-acre lake with a 120-acre park. Camping, walking, canoeing, kayaking, picnicking and fishing offered. recreation.personcounty.net

Josephus Hall House, 226 S. Jackson St., (704) 636-0103. Impressive house museum built in 1820 in the Federal style; additions in 1859 and 1900 have given the house Greek Revival and Victorian features. The interior boasts painted ceilings, original fixtures and an impressive collection of mid-Victorian furnishings and decorative accessories. historicsalisbury.org Old Stone Winery, 6245 Hwy. 52, (704) 279-0930. Uniquely American wines and European blends made with hard work, craftsmanship and attention to detail. Our wine list specializes in white and red Muscadine wines. Free tours and tastings are offered daily. osvwinery.com

Person County Museum of History, 309 N. Main St., (336) 597-2884. Located in the 1901 home of Gov. W.W. Kitchin (1809-1813), the complex includes the Kitchin home, Woodsdale General Store (c.1893), Dr. John H. Merrits office (c.1860) and a tobacco barn. visitroxboronc.com

Ventosa Plantation Vineyard & Winery,


279 Clark Canal Rd., (252) 826-3416. This generations-old farm is proud of its winery. We have developed unique Magnolia, Noble and Carlos wines that are light, crisp and pleasing to the palate. Stop by our tasting room or schedule an appointment for a tour.

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Museum of NC Traditional Pottery,
127 E. Main St., (800) 626-2672. Celebrate the history and heritage of this 200-year-old working community of potters by viewing displays of diverse designs, colors and shapes. Within walking distance of several pottery shops and galleries. (336) 873-8430. Showcasing the remarkable history and ongoing tradition of potterymaking in North Carolina, the center provides information on statewide pottery communities.

Cleveland County Arts Center,

111 S. Washington St., (704) 484-2787. Located in the historic post office, the arts center provides year-round, rotating exhibits and occasionally performing arts. Regional artists supply the gift shop with unique items. ccartscouncil.org Downtown, (866) 305-9973. Enjoy a walking tour in uptown Shelby amid historic structures dating back to the 1850s, including the O. Max Gardner House, a National Historic Landmark, and the Cleveland County Historical Museum, a 1907 Classic Revival courthouse. clevelandchamber.org/pdf/2005/ 2005WalkingTour.pdf

Buffalo Creek Greenway, 600 Booker Dairy Rd., (919) 934-2148. This 2.94-mile trail is the last land-based section of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail; the Neuse River will take visitors on to the Pamilco Sound. smithfield-nc.com Carolina Premium Outlets, 1025 Industrial Park Dr., #905, (919) 989-8757. More than 80 factory-direct stores, many designer and famous-maker labels in one convenient location. premiumoutlets.com/carolina

Historic District Walking Tour,

NC Pottery Center, 233 East Ave.,

Seagrove Orchids, 3451 Brower Mill Rd.,

Snow Camp
Historic Snow Camp Outdoor Theatre, 301 Drama Rd., (800) 726-5115. Annual performances of William Hardys highly acclaimed Sword of Peace, which highlights the struggle of the peaceful Quakers in the time of the Revolutionary War, and Mark Sumners thought-provoking Pathway to Freedom, about the heroism of those involved in the Underground Railroad. Performances on alternating nights, June-Aug. snowcampdrama.com Wolfe Wines, 8973 Old Plank Rd., (919) 594-9653. Stop by and sample the finest selection of whole fruit wines, featuring Wild Blackberry Reserve, raspberry, Millhouse Muscadine, cherry, strawberry, Norton grape and more. wolfewines.com

(336) 879-6677. Tour this working orchid nursery cultivating and offering more than 200 different species for new to experienced orchid lovers.

Seagrove Potteries, Various locations, (800) 626-2672. Visit Seagrove, the handmade pottery capital of the United States, where artisans create handcrafted pottery made in the same traditions that began here more than 200 years ago. Nearly 100 shops and galleries scattered throughout the area. heartofnorthcarolina.com

International Linemans Museum, 529 Caleb Rd., (704) 482-7638. Preserving the heritage of linemen and the electrical industry, this museum contains hundreds of artifacts dating back to the late 1800s, such as meters, books, climbing apparel and a 1955 Studebaker A Frame line truck. linemanmuseum.com Moss Lake, 2641 Oak Grove Rd.,
(704) 482-7926. More than 2,000 acres with 57 miles of shoreline, 1,660 acres of water and an average depth of 50 feet. The lake serves as an active recreational destination for boaters, fishermen and water tournaments. mosslake-nc.com

Sedalia
6136 Burlington Rd., (336) 449-4846. Visit North Carolinas only state-supported historic site to recognize a woman, and one of the first to honor an African-American. The site is the location of the former Palmer Memorial Institute, an African-American preparatory school established by Brown in 1902. nchistoricsites.org/chb

Charlotte Hawkins Brown Museum at Historic Palmer Memorial Institute,

Owls Eye Vineyard & Winery, 1414 Metcalf Rd., (866) 980-9463. Whether you are a wine connoisseur or are just beginning to explore wine, we are happy to give you a memorable and enjoyable experience. Visit us for tours and tastings. owlseyevineyard.com

Southern Pines
Historic Shaw House Properties, 110 Morganton Rd., (910) 692-2051. Three historic houses (1770-1820) are furnished with plain-style furniture, depicting life in the early Sandhills. moorehistory.com Taxidermy Hall of Fame of NC/Antique Tool Museum/Creation Museum,
156 N.W. Broad St., (910) 692-3471. Every kind of North Carolina wildlife (within the law), state and national taxidermy ribbon winners and the oldest rock on earth.

Selma
Atkinson Milling Co., 95 Atkinson Mill Rd., (800) 948-5707. Built in 1757, the mill has been in continuous operation for more than 240 years. Today, Atkinsons Mill is the only water-powered gristmill operating in the area. atkinsonmilling.com Selma Antiques District, 100 N. Raiford St.,
(919) 965-9841. We have numerous antique shops and malls for the serious antique collector, as well as the casual antiquer or seeker of simpler collectibles. selma-nc.com

Siler City
Celebrity Dairy, 2106 Mt. Vernon-Hickory
Mountain Rd., (877) 742-5176. Home to a herd of 100 Alpine and Saanen goats. Here is the heart of our low-impact, sustainable agriculture farm scene of spring kidding, twice-daily milking and the production of award-winning farmstead goat cheese. celebritydairy.com

Seven Springs
Cliffs of the Neuse State Park, 240 Park Entrance Rd., (919) 778-6234. This 750-acre park on the Neuse River features a 90-foothigh sand cliff, hiking trails and water sports. Creative dioramas and audiovisuals in the museum depict the unique geology and natural history of the area. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/clne/main.php

(919) 742-1404. Generous tasting room that allows guests to overlook the fermentation tanks from above. Five acres of vines, including Viognier, Cabernet Franc and Chambourcin. horizoncellars.com

Horizon Cellars, 466 Vineyard Ridge,

Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve, 1024 N. Ft. Bragg, (910) 692-2167.
A 571-acre nature preserve of longleaf pine forest, home of the endangered red-cockaded woodpecker, nature center museum, hiking. Bicycling is prohibited. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/wewo/main.php

Smithfield
Arboretum at Johnston Community College, 1240 E. Market St., (919) 209-2052.
Offers visitors walking trails along the Southern Garden, showcasing traditional trees, flowers and ornamental shrubs in the Southern region. Enjoy dogwoods, azaleas, lilies, roses and irises blooming throughout the year. johnstoncc.edu/arboretum

Spencer
North Carolina Transportation Museum, 411 S. Salisbury Ave.,
(877) 628-6386. Located on the site of what was once Southern Railway Companys largest steam locomotive repair facility. Visit antique automobiles at Bumper to Bumper, and trace the history of transportation in Wagons, Wheels & Wings. Experience days of the working railroad repair shop in the restored 1924 Robert Julian roundhouse. The museum features 13 buildings, 57 acres, including a restored roundhouse and exhibits on early transportation. Seasonal train ride (fee), audiovisual show, visitor center and gift shop. nctrans.org

Shelby
City Park Carousel & Rotary Train,
850 W. Sumter St., (704) 484-6476. Restored 1919 Herchell-Spillman carousel with handcarved wooden animals and menagerie figures, plus inside row paintings. Miniature train ride (c.1952, restored). cityofshelby.com/ govt/dept_parks_rec/carrousel_train.php

Ava Gardner Museum, 325 E. Market St., (919) 934-5830. Home to incredible collection of items, including childhood memorabilia, film clips, costumes, photos, film scripts, magazine covers and scrapbooks of the legendary actress and Smithfield native. avagardner.org

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Stanley
Brevard Station Museum, 112 S. Main St.,
(704) 263-9801. Displays a collection of railroad and sports memorabilia and a military display. brevardstation.com

Thomasville
1870 Train Depot, 44 W. Main St.,
(800) 611-9907. Built in 1870, one of the oldest remaining railroad depots in North Carolina has been restored and is on the National Register of Historic Places. thomasvilletourism.com

Troy
Badin Lake Recreation Area, Mullinix Rd.,
NC Hwy. 109 N., (910) 576-6391. Badin Lake is a focal point for campers, hikers, anglers, boaters and swimmers. uwharries.com

State Road
Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery, Chatham Lodge Ln., (336) 835-4230. Founded in 2003 among the green hills surrounding Elkin at the historical Klondike Cabins, fine wines are produced from North Carolinas premier Yadkin Valley wine country. grassycreekvineyard.com

North Carolina Vietnam Veterans Memorial, I-85 rest area, MP 100,

Union Grove
Linneys Mill, 4635 Linneys Mill Rd., (704) 592-2075. One of the few fully operational and producing old water mills in existence in North Carolina. Swinging bridge and mill store, which offers stone-ground cornmeal and grits, as well as other flour mixes. Rustic campground on property. linneysmill.com

(336) 472-4422. Recognizes 1,607 North Carolinians killed or missing in the Vietnam War.

(800) 611-9907. A symbol of Thomasvilles furniture heritage, the 30-foot-high monument stands in the heart of downtown Thomasville. thomasvilletourism.com

Worlds Largest Chair, 44 W. Main St.,

Statesville
Allison Woods, 2106 Turnersburg Hwy., (704) 873-5976. More than 3,000 acres of historic gardens and structures dating back to the 1760s, this designated National Historic Place and Natural Heritage Site is a treasure trove of natural and cultural heritage, plus the site of Civil War reenactments, living history events and demonstrations. allisonwoodslivinghistory.org Fort Dobbs State Historic Site, 438 Ft. Dobbs Rd., (704) 873-5882. Site of French and Indian War fort. Archaeological sites, artifact displays, nature trails and recreational facilities. Named for Royal Gov. Arthur Dobbs. nchistoricsites.org/dobbs Iredell Museums, 134 Court St., (704) 873-4734.
Located in the 1899 Water Pump Station, the museums permanent collection includes noteworthy portrait miniatures, historical artifacts, vintage clothing, and numerous paintings and sculptures from notable local artists. iredellmuseums.org

Tillery
Remembering Tillery History House,
321 Community Center Rd., (800) 522-4282. The museum stands on former plantation land worked by generations of African-American slaves. Housed in a former New Deal Resettlement home, the museum provides a unique educational experience for visitors of all ages. visithalifax.com

Vale
WoodMill Winery, 1350 WoodMill Winery Ln., (704) 276-9911. Nestled in the shadows of the Southern Appalachian Mountains and surrounded by the natural beauty, tranquility and charm of the rolling foothills. We produce Muscadine, Scuppernong and blueberry wines from dry to sweet. woodmillwinery.com

Trinity
Linbrook Heritage Estate, 5297 Snyder
Country Rd., (800) 626-2672. Linbrook Hall is one of the largest homes in the Southeast, with more than 60 rooms filled with the Neal familys personal collection of antiques. Relive Randolph County farm life from 1905-1944 with docent-guided tours at the Neal Farms Hoover House. Also at the Neal Farms Hoover House or at the Neal John Deere Tractor and Industrial Museum, view rare John Deere tractors and collectibles, featuring Hi-Crop and orchard models restored to like-new condition and periodically operated in field demonstrations. linbrookheritageestate.com

Wagram
Cypress Bend Vineyards, 21904 Riverton Rd.,
(910) 369-0411. Taste all of our wine selections and enjoy the atmosphere produced by the fruits of generations of labor. cypressbendvineyards.com

Wake Forest
Falls Lake State Recreation Area,
13304 Creedmoor Rd., (919) 676-1027. This 12,000-acre lake and 26,000 acres of woodlands offer a variety of outdoor activities. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/fala/main.php

Stokesdale
Stonefield Cellars Winery, 8220 NC Hwy. 68 N., (336) 644-9908. Award-winning winery offering the complete wine experience in an accessible and romantic setting. On-site tasting room, plus tours. stonefieldcellars.com

Zimmerman Vineyards, 1428 Tabernacle

Tarboro
(252) 823-4159. This Federal-style plantation house (c.1808) houses a collection of 19th-century furniture, furnishings and Edgecombe County memorabilia. The second floor houses a living museum to artist Hobson Pittman. edgecombearts.org/bbh.htm

Church Rd., (336) 861-1414. Located at the foot of beautiful Mt. Shepherd and featuring a rustic flagstone terrace and unique stone bar, we are nestled between 6 acres of vineyards with a panoramic view of the surrounding countryside. zimmermanvineyards.net

Warrenton
Buck Spring Nathaniel Macon Homeplace, 217 Nathaniel Macon Dr.,
(252) 257-3640. Replica of the home of Nathaniel Macon (1758-1837), nationally prominent United States congressman. Facilities include home, outbuildings and gravesite, nature trail and recreation facilities.

Blount-Bridgers House/Hobson Pittman Memorial Gallery, 130 Bridgers St.,

Troutman
Davest Vineyards, 155 Lytton Farm Rd., (704) 528-3882. While offering some traditional favorites like Merlot and Chardonnay, wine lovers are enjoying our Chambourcin and Viognier. And some of our wines are further distinguished by being produced from varietals rarely grown in North Carolina, including Malbec and Rkatsiteli. daveste.com Lake Norman State Park , 159 Inland
Sea Ln., (704) 528-6350. Covering 1,458 acres, Lake Norman is the largest man-made lake in the state. The park offers picnic areas; a swimming area; canoe, rowboat and paddleboat rental; group camping facility (tents only); family tent/trailer area; fishing; hiking trails; and boat launch access to Lake Norman. Free; fee for camping and rentals. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/lano/main.php

Tarboro National Recreation Trail, Downtown, (252) 823-7241. Stroll by structures representing Colonial, antebellum and Victorian architectural periods. Significant historic sites are the Pender Museum, the Town Common, the Cotton Press Complex and Calvary Church.

Historic District Warrenton, 130 N. Main St., (252) 257-3114. Repository for a treasure of antebellum history, this beautiful town is alive with historic homes, antique stores and quaint shops. Walking tour available. warrenton-nc.com

Waxhaw
Mexico Cardenas Museum, 6403 Davis Rd., (704) 843-6045. Celebrates the ties between the people of Mexico, their former president Lzaro Crdenas, and Wycliffe Bible Translators, who began working in the country in the 1930s. Displays include artifacts and artwork.

Taylorsville
Ginger Creek Vineyards, 858 John Cline Rd., (828) 312-4362. We handcraft our wines in small batches to achieve that true traditional wine flavor, texture, nose and satisfaction.

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Museum of the Alphabet, 6409 Davis Rd., (704) 843-6066. Ever wonder how mans alphabets and languages developed? This museum explores ancient alphabets from around the world and discusses how Wycliffe Bible Translators develop written representations of spoken languages. Museum of the Waxhaws & Andrew Jackson Memorial, 8215 Waxhaw Hwy.,

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Carolina Zipline, 1085 Nickell Farm Rd.,
(336) 972-7656. Our high course consists of a series of suspended platforms, travels throughout the forest and finishes with The Long One, a cable that spans more than 1,000 feet. The Web consists of a series of cables that criss-cross over a ravine, allowing you to touch the ground between lines, and finishes with a ride on a cable that spans almost 1,000 feet. Each tour consists of eight to 10 cables. carolinaziplines.com

Imagination Station Science Museum, 224 E. Nash St., (252) 291-5113. Science education museum with many exhibits for every age. Exotic animals from around the world on display. Up-close experiences with daily live science programs and demonstrations. imaginescience.org North Carolina Baseball Museum, Fleming
Stadium, 300 Stadium St., (252) 296-3048. Showcases baseball memorabilia from across North Carolina. Features a Walk of Fame and baseball mementos from ball players such as Catfish Hunter, Hoyt Wilhelm, Gaylord Perry, Enos Slaughter, Rick Ferrell and Buck Leonard. wilsonnc.org

(704) 843-1832. Focuses on the regions history from 1650-1900. Andrew Jackson, the nations seventh president, is one of the subjects covered at the museum. museumofthewaxhaws.com

Willow Spring
Adams Vineyards and Winery, 3390 John Adams Rd., (919) 567-1010. We invite you to stop by, enjoy a tour and visit our tasting room to experience the excellent selection of wines we offer. adamsvineyards.com

Welcome
RCR Racing Museum, 236 Industrial Dr.,
(800) 476-3389. NASCAR Cup and Nationwide shop self-guided tours. Museum includes a variety of race cars, trophies and photos of RCRs 40-plus years in the sport, including the career of the legendary Dale Earnhardt. rcrracing.com

Features artifacts that depict the culture and contributions of African-Americans to the history and development of Wilson. The house was built in 1946 by Freeman, who was a noted local black stonemason.

Oliver Nestus Freeman Round House Museum, 1202 E. Nash St., (252) 296-3056.

Wilson
Arts Galleries of Wilson, 124 Nash St. S.W., (252) 291-4329. Exhibits are on display in the Annie Boykin Gallery in the Arts Center, G.R. Hammond Gallery in the Boykin Center and the Lowe Celebration Hall. wilsonarts.com
(252) 243-8440. A fully restored bungalow full of English antiques. All the artifacts, collections, memorabilia and artwork are by local artists. The self-guided downtown walking tour starts here. wilson-nc.com

Weldon
Riverside Mill, 200 Mill St., (800) 522-4282.
Antique treasures in the lovingly restored cotton mill building. Handmade pottery, jewelry, metal, glass and art in the largest gallery of American craft on I-95. A Civil War cemetery and a hand-hewn stone aqueduct are located nearby. riversidemill.net

Wilson Botanical Garden, 1806 Goldsboro St., (252) 237-0111. Comprised of a tree collection, five different turf-grass species evaluation, bird and butterfly gardens, along with display gardens, plus a perennial border, daylily and hosta collections. The garden is open from sunrise to sunset. wilson-co.com/arboretum Wilson Rose Garden, 1800 Herring Ave.,
(252) 399-2266. An All-America Rose Selections Public Garden, offering more than 1,200 rose plants consisting of 100 various types, ranging from historic old garden roses to modern hybrids to David Austins modern English roses. wilsonrosegarden.com

C.W. Stokes House, 209 Broad St.,

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One of Americas most authentic historical attractions. The historic town of Salem (founded in 1766 by Moravians) and the Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts, along with award-winning heirloom gardens, engage visitors in a memorable experience about those who lived and worked in the early American South.

Discover masterpieces of American art in the restored 1917 mansion of tobacco baron R.J. Reynolds. Enjoy featured exhibitions. Visit the gardens, shops and restaurants in the Reynolda Historic District.

You dont measure a meal by how you think it will taste. You measure it by how it makes you feel when you take that first delicious bite. Our city is the same way. Fresh, artsy and historically surprising, come see what makes Winston-Salem your Southern wake-up call.

(336) 721-7350 www.oldsalem.org

(888) 663-1149 www.reynoldahouse.org

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Single Sisters House Museum,

601 S. Church St., (336) 721-2600. Experience the fascinating story of the education of girls and women since 1772. Dont forget to look for the home of Sister Maus, the subject of two childrens books; her mouse hole can be seen in the central hallway. salem.edu

750 Marguerite Dr., (336) 725-1904. The modern galleries consistently exhibit the most innovative and cutting-edge art of today from emerging international artists. secca.org

Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art (SECCA),

Winston Cup Museum, 1355 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., (336) 724-4557. Houses authentic race cars from different eras of the 33 years of NASCAR Winston Cup History. On display are trophies, driver uniforms, helmets, winners checks, autographed pictures and original racing posters. winstoncupmuseum.com

Yadkinville
Print Works Bistro, Greensboro
Allison Oaks Vineyards, 221 E. Main St.,
(336) 677-1388. Come downtown and taste our distinctive and unique wines, including our Orchard White, Proprietors Red, Merlot, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel. allisonoaksvineyards.com

Wingate
Jesse Helms Center, 3910 US 74 E., (704) 233-1776. Commemorating the life and career of United States Sen. Jesse Helms. A Union County native, this nonpolitical center displays memorabilia and maintains the senators archives. jessehelmscenter.org

Historic Oak Grove School, 2637 Oak


Grove Cir., (336) 722-5138 Ext. 225. This completely restored one-room schoolhouse lies within one of Forsyth Countys oldest African-American communities. Built in the early 1900s, it is now a center/museum with period furniture, schoolroom memorabilia and African-American history exhibits.

Winston-Salem
Associated Artists of Winston-Salem Gallery, Wingate University, 251 N. Spruce
St., (336) 747-1463. Exhibitions at the canvas of the community range from member shows to regional and national competitions. Visit our gallery downtown. associatedartists.org

Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest University, 1834 Wake Forest Rd., (336) 758-5282. Enjoy this intimate museum with permanent exhibits consisting of cultural objects from the Americas, Africa, Asia and South Pacific. wfu.edu/MOA Old Salem Museums and Gardens,
900 Old Salem Rd., (888) 653-7253. Founded in 1766 to house professional Moravian craftsmen, now known as Old Salem, and one of Americas most authentic and welldocumented Colonial sites, with 100 restored and reconstructed buildings. Our unique museums the Historic Town of Salem and the Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts (MESDA), along with award-winning heirloom gardens engage visitors in an educational and memorable historical experience about those who lived and worked in the early South. oldsalem.org

Brandon Hills Vineyard, 1927 Brandon Hills Rd., (336) 463-9463. This unspoiled old tobacco farm now emulates its hardiness by producing the succulent grapes that are reflected in our flavorful wines. Enjoy our great wines in the tasting room or on the back porch, which offers an exquisite view of our vineyard. Tours of the vineyard are available. brandonhillsvineyard.com Hanover Park Vineyard, 1927 CourtneyHuntsville Rd., (336) 463-2875. The wines created here have an Old World feel, so enjoy relaxing on the front porch with a glass of your favorite. We offer tastings for a nominal fee, which includes the glass. Tours are available upon request. hanoverparkwines.com

Childrens Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., (336) 723-9111. A compelling destination to play and learn by experiencing literature, storytelling and the arts. childrensmuseumofws.org Delta Arts Center, 2611 Walkertown Rd.,
(336) 722-2625. Exhibits range from local to international and emphasize the contributions of African-Americans. deltafinearts.org

Yanceyville
Historic District Yanceyville,
Downtown, (336) 694-6106. Centered by a magnificent antebellum courthouse designed by William Percival, the court square and 23 other buildings are on the National Register of Historic Places. Most of the structures were built between 1830 and the beginning of the Civil War. A number of impressive homes line West Main Street as you travel from the square to Dongola, an 1837 Greek Revival home now part of the Carolina Pinnacle Studios complex. caswellcountync.gov

Diggs Gallery, Winston-Salem State University, 601 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., (336) 750-2458. Visit the sculpture gardens and take in the breathtaking John Biggers murals, more than 30 feet in height, located in the OKelly Library. Offers 10-15 exhibits each year, most highlighting African Diaspora and AfricanAmerican art and culture. wssu.edu/diggs Historic Bethabara Park, 2147 Bethabara
Rd., (336) 924-8191. Site of the first Moravian settlement (1753) in the state. Experience frontier life as you walk through the 1788 church, reconstructed palisade fort and historic community garden. Nearby Bethania, the second settlement, is a National Historic District. bethabarapark.org

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The former home of tobacco baron R.J. and Katharine Reynolds, today this is one of the nations premier American art museums. The 64-room estate houses an exceptional art collection spanning three centuries and representing the finest works by American artists. reynoldahouse.org

Reynolda House Museum of American Art, 2250 Reynolda Rd., (888) 663-1149.

Richmond Miles History Museum, 15 Main St., (336) 694-4965. Displays artifacts of Caswell Countys history.

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Historic Brookstown Mill, 200 Brookstown Ave., (866) 728-4200. While the roots of Salems textile tradition go back to the establishment of the town of Salem in 1766, this first factory marked the transition to mass production of textiles. visitwinstonsalem.com

SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Rd., (336) 767-6730. Children of all ages will enjoy the many interactive, hands-on exhibits within spacious galleries. Wish upon a star in the state-of-the-art planetarium while learning about the solar system. Stroll through the environmental park to see a variety of animals and explore our outdoor science park. sciworks.org

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The following list of accommodations in the Piedmont region is arranged alphabetically by city. You may find more detailed information on any of these accommodations online at visitnc.com or the individual propertys website. An index to advertisers is on page 168.

Aberdeen
HOTELS/MOTELS

Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.hilton.com Heart of Albemarle (704) 982-3297 Holiday Inn Express & Suites (704) 986-2100 hiexpress.com/hotels/ us/en/albemarle /aemnc /hoteldetail # Lion Inn (704) 982-8194 Quality Inn (800) 228-5150 qualit yinn.com/hotelalbemarle-north_ carolina-NC110 Ritchies Motel (704) 982-6766 Sleep Inn & Suites (704) 983-2770 sleepinn.com /hotelalbemarle-north_ carolina-NC332? promo=gglocal

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Asheboro
HOTELS/MOTELS

Belmont
HOTELS/MOTELS

Biscoe
HOTELS/MOTELS

Country Hearth Inn & Suites (910) 944-2324 teeitup7.com

B & B Country Garden Inn (800) 251-3171 bnbcountr ygarden inn.com

Comfort Inn (800) 424-6423 choicehotels.com

Abbey Inn (704) 825-5506 American Motel (704) 825-3753

Days Inn (800) 329-7466 daysinn.com

Hampton Inn & Suites (910) 693-4330 gosandhillsgolf.com Motel 6 (800) 466-8356 motel6.com Legacy Golf Links (888) 287-2199 legacygolfnc.com/sites/ courses /layout11.asp? id=286& page=49473 Maples Golf Packages (800) 889-5323 maplesgolf.com
VACATION RENTALS

Ararat
The Vineyard Cabin (336) 374-5078 rockhillvineyards.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS VACATION RENTALS

Hampton Inn-Montcross (800) 426-4866 hamptoninnbelmont.com Fairfield Inn & Suites (336) 626-9197 marrio tt.com Hampton Inn (800) 426-4866 hamptoninn.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com Quality Inn (800) 424-6423 choicehotels.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Black Creek
SoCo Farm & Food (252) 243-8441 soconc.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Heritage Inn (704) 825-2269 Holiday Inn Express (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/mtholly / belmt
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Homeplace Recreational Park (336) 374-5173 homeplacepark.com

Boiling Springs
AmericInn Lodge & Suites (704) 434-9996 americinn.com/display_ property.aspx?id= 285
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

Archdale
HOTELS/MOTELS

Wisteria Inn at Stowe Manor (704) 825-4847 stowemanor.com

Advance
Hampton Inn Bermuda Run (800) 426-4866 hampton.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Comfort Inn (800) 424-6423 choicehotels.com

Apex
Americas Best Value Inn (888) 315-2378 americasbestvalueinn. com/bestv.cfm?idp=1673
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HOTELS/MOTELS

Country Inn & Suites (800) 456-4000 countr yinn.com Days Inn (336) 434-5151

Hunters Run Lodge (336) 629-3074

The Villa at Waters Edge (443) 463-4046 thevillaatwaters edge.com

VACATION RENTALS

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Deep River Campground (336) 629-4069 Holly Bluff Family Campground (336) 857-2761 Fairfield Inn & Suites (336) 434-0055 marrio tt.com Hampton Inn (800) 426-4866 hamptoninn.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com Trails End Family Campground (336) 629-5353 Zooland Family Campground (336) 381-3422

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Benson
Days Inn (800) 329-7466 daysinn.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Hamrick-Goode House Bed & Breakfast (704) 477-6997 hamrickgoodehouse.com

Boonville
RagApple Lassie Vineyards Guest House (866) 724-2775 ragapplelassie.com Rosiejoes Guest House (336) 367-7604 rosiejoes.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS VACATION RENTALS

Thousand Trails Forest Lake (877) 362-6736 1000trails.com

Candlewood Suites (919) 387-8595 candlewoodsuites.com/ apexnc Comfort Inn (800) 228-5150 comfor tinn.com/hotel/ nc038 Holiday Inn Express (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/apexnc Value Place (919) 387-4636 valueplace.com

Albemarle
Americas Best Value Inn and Suites (704) 982-3939 americasbestvalueinn. com /bestv.cfm?idp= 1276
HOTELS/MOTELS

Preston Woodall House Bed & Breakfast (919) 894-7025 woodallhouse.com

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Badin
Camelia Cottage (704) 422-5380
VACATION RENTALS

Bessemer City
Americas Best Inn (704) 867-0231 americasbestinn bessemer.com
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Holly Ridge Family Campground (336) 367-7756 hollyridgecampground. tripod.com

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PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Super 8 (800) 800-8000 super8.com


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Extended Stay-Regency Parkway (919) 460-1161 extstay.com Hampton Inn (800) 426-4866 hamptoninn.hilton.com Hilton Garden Inn (919) 377-0440 raleighcary.hgi.com Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites (800) 465-4329 hicaryhotel.com Homewood Suites (800) 225-5466 raleighcary.homewood suites.com La Quinta Inn & Suites (800) 531-5900 966.lq.com Red Roof Inn Cary (800) 733-7663 redroof.com/reservati ons /inn_details.asp? innNumber= 247 Residence Inn (800) 331-3131 residenceinn.com/rdur y Studio Plus Cary (800) 646-8000 extstay.com TownePlace Suites-Weston Parkway (800) 257-3000 marriott.com /rdutw The Umstead Hotel and Spa (866) 877-4141 theumstead.com

Restaurant On-site

Little River Trails (910) 893-4351 webpages.charter.net/ lit tlerivertrails/lit tle rivertrails.htm

Chapel Hill University Inn (888) 452-5765 chapelhilluniversity inn.com

Rock Quarry Farm (919) 929-1408 rockquarr yfarm.com


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The Blake Hotel (704) 372-4100 theblakehotel.net Brookwood Inn (800) 716-6115 Budget Inn (704) 596-0182 Budget Inn (704) 372-6250 Candlewood Suites-University (888) 226-3539 candlewoodsuites.com Comfort InnExecutive Park (800) 228-5150 comfor tinn.com/hotel/ NC022 Comfort Suites-Airport (704) 971-4400 comfor tsuites.com Comfort Suites-North (704) 598-0478 choicehotels.com Comfort Suites-University (877) 547-0049 hgmhotels.com Continental Inn (704) 597-8100 Country Hearth Inn (704) 596-9390 countr yhearth charlotte.com Country Inn & Suites (800) 456-4000 Country Inn & Suites-University (704) 549-8770 countr yinns.com Courtyard-Airport (888) 763-7733 marriott.com /cltca Courtyard-Arrowood (800) 321-2211 courtyard.com/CLTAW Courtyard-Ballantyne Resort (800) 321-2211 marriott.com /CLTBL Courtyard-City Center (704) 926-5800 courtyard.com/CLTUP Courtyard-SouthPark (800) 321-2211 marriott.com /CLTEX Courtyard-University (704) 549-4888 marriott.com /CLTUN Crowne Plaza (800) 762-1995 cpcharlot tehotel.com

BarberShop Guest House (336) 437-9771 rockworthhouse.com

Chapel Hill Studio (919) 280-7684 vflyer.com/home /flyer / home/1397435 Courtyard (800) 321-2211 courtyardchapel hill.com Days Inn (919) 929-3090 daysinn.com The Franklin Hotel (866) 831-5999 franklinhotelnc.com Hampton Inn & Suites (800) 426-7866 hampton-inn.com /hi / chapelhillsuites Holiday Inn Express-Farrington Road (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/chapel hillnc Quality Inn (877) 424-6423 choicehotels.com/hotel/ nc694 Residence Inn (800) 331-3131 marriott.com /RDUHL Sheraton Hotel (800) 325-3535 sheratonchapelhill.com Emmett South Cottage (919) 942-6909 vrbo.com/ 213064 How Suite It Is (919) 923-6787 howsuiteitis.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Burlington
HOTELS/MOTELS

Carthage
White Horse Motel (910) 947-2597
HOTELS/MOTELS

Exercise Room

Best Western Plus (800) 528-1234 bestwestern.com

Corporate Suites (336) 343-4000 mycorporatesuites.com Country Suites (800) 456-4000 countr yinns.com / burlingtonnc Courtyard (800) 321-2211 marriott.com /gsobr Econo Lodge (800) 424-6423 choicehotels.com Hampton Inn & Suites (800) 426-7866 burlingtonncsuites. hamptoninn.com Holiday Inn Express (888) 465-4329 holidayinnexpress.com

Complimentary Breakfast

Old Buggy Inn (910) 947-1901 oldbuggyinn.com


RESORTS

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Spring Hill Park (800) 824-8807 springhillpark.com

Little River Golf & Resort (888) 766-6538 lit tleriver.com


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Charlotte
Aloft Charlotte Uptown (704) 333-1999 alofthotels.com / charlotteuptown Americas Best Value Inn (800) 466-5337 americasbestvalue inn.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Internet

Heritage Campground (910) 783-8810 heritagecamp ground.com

Indoor Pool

Cary
Best Western Plus Inn & Extended Stay (800) 227-9466 bestwestern.com / caryinnsuites
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Outdoor Pool

Microtel Inn & Suites (888) 771-7171 microtelinn.com Motel 6 (800) 466-8356 motel6.com Quality Inn (800) 424-6423 choicehotels.com Ramada Convention Center (800) 272-6232 ramada.com Red Carpet Inn and Suites (800) 329-7466 hifranchise.com Royal Inn & Suites (336) 227-2003

Americas Best Value Inn & Suites (704) 596-8222 americasbestvalue inn.com

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Comfort Suites Regency Park (800) 517-4000 choicehotels.com/hotel/ nc039 Courtyard-Raleigh (800) 321-2211 courtyard.com/RDUCA Embassy Suites-Research Triangle (800) 362-2779 raleighdurham.embassy suites.com Extended Stay America (800) 398-7829 extendedstay america.com/crp

Americas Best Value Inn and Suites (704) 398-3144 americasbestvalue inn.com The Siena Hotel (800) 223-7379 sienahotel.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Chapel Hill
HOTELS/MOTELS

Advertising Partner, p. 11

Aloft Chapel Hill (877) 462-5638 aloftchapelhill.com

The Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge (866) 248-4824 theballantynehotel.com Best Inns of America (704) 527-8500 Best Western Independence Hotel (704) 845-2810 bestwestern.com Best Western Sterling Hotel & Suites (800) 780-7234 bestwestern.com

The Carolina Inn (800) 962-8519 carolinainn.com Chapel Hill Inntown (888) 708-1201 chapelhillinntown.com

Chapel Hill Bed and Breakfast (919) 967-3745 chapelhillbandb.com The Inn at Bingham School (800) 566-5583 innatbinghamschool.com

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Days Inn-Airport (888) 440-2021 Days Inn-North, University (800) 843-0942 Days Inn-Northlake (704) 598-7712 Days Inn-Woodlawn (704) 525-5500 the.daysinn.com / charlotte00982 Doubletree Airport (800) 996-3426 doubletree.hilton.com Doubletree Guest Suites-SouthPark (800) 647-8483 doubletree.com/en/dt/ hotels /index.jhtml? ct yhocn= CLTDTDT Doubletree Hotel-Gateway Village (800) 222-8733 charlottegatewayvillage. doubletree.com Drury Inn & Suites-North (800) 378-7946 druryhotels.com / properties/charlotte.cfm The Dunhill Hotel (800) 354-4141 dunhillhotel.com Econo Lodge (800) 553-2666 Econo Lodge Inn & Suites (704) 377-1501 econolodgecharlotte.com Econo Lodge Inn & Suites-Airport (704) 392-0600 choicehotels.com Econo Lodge-Clanton (800) 228-5160 Econo LodgeMerchandise Mart (800) 882-3836 Econo Lodge-University (800) 553-2666 Economy Inn (704) 597-0470 Embassy Suites (704) 527-8400 embassy-charlot te.com Fairfield Inn-Arrowood (704) 319-5100 marriott.com /cltfa Fairfield Inn-I-77 North (800) 228-2800 marriott.com /clthb Four Points (800) 522-1994 fourpoints.com/charlotte Golden Green Hotel (704) 333-3563 Hampton Inn & Suites-Arrowood (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.hilton.com Hampton Inn & Suites-South Park @ Phillips Place (800) 426-7866 hamptonsouthpark.com Hampton Inn-I-85 Airport (800) 426-7866 Hampton Inn-University Place (800) 426-7866 hamptoncharlotte.com Hampton Inn-Uptown (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.com Hilton Garden Inn-North (704) 597-7655 hilton.com Hilton Garden Inn-Uptown (800) 445-8667 hiltongardeninn.com Hilton-Center City (800) 445-8667 charlottecentercit y. hilton.com Hilton-Executive Park (800) 445-8667 charlotteexecutivepark. hilton.com Hilton-University Place (800) 445-8667 charlotteuniversit y. hilton.com Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites-Arrowood (888) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/arrowood Holiday Inn-Airport (800) 647-7829 hicharlot teairport.com Holiday Inn-Billy Graham Parkway (800) 252-7466 holiday-inn.com / cltbillygraham Holiday Inn-Center City (704) 335-5400 holiday-inn.com / charlotte-ctr Holiday Inn-University Executive Park (800) 764-5328 hicharlot teu.com Homewood Suites-Airport (800) 225-5466 homewoodsuites charlot te.com Homewood Suites-Ayrsley (704) 970-5500 charlotteayrsley.home woodsuites.com Homewood Suites-North (800) 225-5466 homewoodcharlot te.com Howard Johnson-Woodlawn (800) 446-4656 howardjohnson charlotte.com Hyatt House-Center City (704) 373-9700 charlottecentercit y. house.hyat t.com Hyatt Place-Airport/ Tyvola Road (800) 833-1516 hyatt.com Hyatt Place-Arrowood (800) 833-1516 hyatt.com Hyatt Place-City Park (800) 747-8483 hyatt.com Hyatt Summerfield Suites-Airport (800) 833-4353 hyattsummerfield suites.com Independence Hotel and Extended Stay (800) 424-2756 InTown Suites (704) 599-2381 La Quinta Inn & Suites-Airport South (800) 531-5900 laquinta.com

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B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Duke Mansion (888) 202-1009 dukemansion.com The Morehead Inn (888) 667-3432 moreheadinn.com

Value Place-I 40 (919) 779-5800 valueplace.com/extend ed-stay-hotels/locations /north-carolina /RaleighNC-Garner


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Restaurant On-site

VanLandingham Estate Inn & Conference Center (888) 524-2020 vanlandingham estate.com Victorian Villa (704) 394-5545 victorianvillainn.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Morning Glory Inn (919) 550-8547 morning-glor y-inn.com Snuggle Inn (919) 553-4676 snuggle-innnc.com

Exercise Room

Clemmons
Holiday Inn Express (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/ clemmonsnc
HOTELS/MOTELS

Complimentary Breakfast

American Tobacco Entertainment District, Durham


La Quinta Inn-Airport (800) 531-5900 laquinta.com Lacasa Inn-South (704) 522-7110 lacasahotels.com MainStay Suites (704) 521-3232 choicehotels.com Marriott-City Center (704) 333-9000 charlottemarriottcity center.com Marriott-Executive Park (800) 228-9290 marriott.com /CLTNC Marriott-SouthPark (800) 334-0331 marriott.com /CLTPH Microtel (800) 598-2882 Microtel Inn & Suites-North (877) 621-5459 microtelinn.com Microtel Inn-Airport (800) 840-2972 microtelinn.com Microtel InnUniversity Place (800) 276-0613 microtelinn.com Motel 6-Coliseum (800) 843-7663 redroof.com Omni Hotel (800) 843-6664 omnicharlotte.com Quality Inn & Suites-UNCC (800) 228-5151 Quality InnExecutive Park (800) 424-6423 choicehotels.com Ramada InnAirport Central (800) 488-9110 ramada.com Ramada-Airport North (704) 394-4111 ramada.com Ramada-Airport South and Conference Center (704) 525-8350 ramadacharlotte airpor t.com Ramada-Northeast (704) 596-2999 ramadasoutheast.com Red Roof Inn-Airport (800) 843-7663 redroof.com RenaissanceSouthPark Hotel (704) 501-2510 renaissancecharlot te southpark.com RenaissanceSuites Hotel (800) 468-3571 renaissancehotels.com / cltbr Residence Inn-Piper Glen/Ballantyne (704) 319-3900 marriott.com /cltpg Residence Inn-South (800) 331-3131 residenceinn.com Residence Inn-SouthPark (704) 554-7001 residenceinn.com Residence Inn-University Research Park (704) 547-1122 Residence Inn-Uptown Stadium (704) 340-4000 marriott.com /cltru The Ritz-Carlton (704) 547-2244 ritzcarlton.com Sheraton-Airport (800) 325-3535 sheraton.com / charlotteairport Sleep Inn-Billy Graham Parkway (800) 753-3746 choicehotels.com/ires / en-US /html/ HotelInfo ?hotel =NC084 Sleep Inn-North (704) 399-7778 abcinns.com/ Hotels / slinn-char.asp Sleep InnUniversity Place (800) 627-5337 choicehotels.com/hotel/ nc005 SpringHill Suites-Airport (704) 405-6061 marriott.com /cltsa SpringHill Suites-University (704) 503-4800 marriott.com /cltsh Staybridge Suites-Arrowood (704) 527-6767 Staybridge Suites-Ballantyne (704) 501-5410 ballantyneresor t.com/ staybridge/index.cfm Suburban Extended Stay (704) 544-3993 suburbanhotels.com Suburban Lodge Extended Stay (800) 951-7829 surburbanlodge.com Suburban Lodge-Pressley (704) 679-4112 Suburban Lodge-University (704) 599-2380 Super 8-Carowinds/ Airport (800) 800-8000 super8.com Super 8-Coliseum (800) 800-8000 TownePlace Suites (800) 257-3000 marriott.com /clttw TraveLodge Hotel & Suites (800) 578-7878 Villager Lodge (704) 522-0364 extendedstaynetwork.com Westin (800) 937-8461 westin.com/charlot te Wingate Inn-Airport (704) 395-3600 wingateinns.com Wingate-I-77 @ Tyvola (800) 228-1000 charlottewingate.com

Camp Wilderness Resort (800) 888-4386 carowinds.com/camp ground /campground.htm Elmore RV Park (800) 598-1323 elmorervpark.com

Super 8 (800) 800-8000 super8clemmons.com Village Inn Event Center (800) 554-6416 thevillageinn.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Internet

Claremont
Super 8 (800) 800-8000 super8.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Clayton
HOTELS/MOTELS

Tanglewood Park Manor House Bed and Breakfast (336) 778-6370 tanglewoodpark.org

Indoor Pool

Outdoor Pool

Comfort Inn-I-40 (800) 424-6423 choicehotels.com/hotel/ nc366 Comfort Suites (919) 553-1234 choicehotels.com/hotel/ nc302 Hampton Inn-I-40 (800) 426-7866 hampton-inn.com Holiday Inn Express (919) 719-3415

Clinton
HOTELS/MOTELS

Budget Inn (910) 592-4747

Comfort Inn (800) 424-6423 comfor tinn.com/hotel/ nc346 Days Inn (800) 325-2525 daysinnc.com Inn at Clinton (910) 592-1990 theinnatclintonnc.com Rosewood Motel (910) 592-5557
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Sleep Inn-I-40 (800) 753-3746 choicehotels.com/hotel/ nc321 Super 8-I-40 (800) 526-3766 super8.com

The Ashford Inn (888) 288-4346 ashford-inn.com

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The Shield House Inn (800) 462-9817 shieldhouseinn.com Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites (800) 465-4329 sixcontinentshotels.com/ hiexpress?_franchisee = Mayfair Motel (704) 786-1175 Residence Inn (704) 260-0062 marriott.com /hotels/ travel/cltcn-residenceinn-charlot te-concord Sleep Inn (800) 424-6423 sleepinn.com Sleep Inn & Suites (800) 424-6423 sleepinn.com /hotelconcord-nor th_ carolina-NC334 SpringHill Suites (888) 287-9400 marriott.com /hotels/ travel/clthc-springhillsuites-charlotteconcord-mills Suburban Extended Stay Hotel (800) 424-0423 suburbanhotels.com / hotel-concord-nor th_ carolina-NC536?sid = ZIq4i.wF7kSgFctg Wingate (800) 228-1000 wingateinnconcord.com
RESORTS

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Days Inn (800) 329-7466 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites (800) 710-9110 hiexpress.com/ conovernc La Quinta Inn & Suites (800) 753-3757 laquintahickory.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Danbury
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Surry Inn Motel (336) 366-3000 geocities.com/surr yinn 77/visit-us.html


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Durham
Americas Best Value Carolina Duke Inn (919) 286-0771 americasbestvalueinn. com /bestv.cfm?idp= 612
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HOTELS/MOTELS

Concord
Affordable Corporate Suites (704) 788-1652 corporatesuites.biz/ concord.cfm
HOTELS/MOTELS

Whippoorwill Inn (336) 420-6003 whippoorwillinn.com


VACATION RENTALS

The Artists Way House (336) 593-2900

Dan River Cottage (336) 593-8780 danbur ygeneralstore.net The Retreat at Hanging Rock (336) 409-1763 solmar t.net
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Rockford Inn Bed and Breakfast (336) 374-6644 rockfordbedand breakfast.com

Americas Best Value Inn (888) 315-2378 americasbestvalue inn.com


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Lake Hickory RV Park (828) 256-4303

Dunn
Comfort Inn (800) 228-5150 comfor tinn.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Brookwood Inn (800) 716-6401 brookwoodinn durham.com Budget Inn (919) 682-5100 Candlewood SuitesRTP/Southpoint (877) 226-3539 candlewoodsuites.com Comfort InnMedical Park (877) 424-6423 comfor tinn.com/hoteldurham-north_carolina -NC613 Comfort Inn-RTP (800) 592-3137 comfor tinn.com/hotel/ nc490 Comfort Inn-University (877) 424-6423 comfor tdurhamhotel.com Comfort SuitesRDU/RTP (877) 424-6423 comfor tsuitesrtp.com Courtyard (800) 321-2211 marriott.com /rdufs Courtyard-RTP (800) 321-2211 marriott.com /property / propertyPage/RDURT Crossland Economy Studios (800) 276-7752 crosslandstudios.com/ minisite/?hotelID= 522 Days Inn (800) 225-3297 daysinn.com/ DaysInn/ control /Booking/ proper ty_info?propert y Id =11316 DoubleTree Suites (800) 365-9876 raleighdurhamsuites. doubletree.com

Cornelius
Clarion Inn (877) 424-6423 clarioninn.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Comfort Suites (704) 979-3800 comfor tsuites.com/ hotel/ NC392 Concord Howard Johnson (800) 466-4656 Country Inn & Suites (800) 456-4000 countr yinns.com / concordnc Courtyard (704) 260-0042 marriott.com /hotels/ travel/cltco-courtyard -charlotte-concord Days Inn (800) 225-3297 the.daysinn.com / concord06394

Sunset Park Campground (336) 593-2992

Dawson Motor Court (910) 892-3637 Downtown Motor Court (910) 892-7148 Hampton Inn (800) 426-4866 hamptoninn.com Holiday Inn Express (800) 315-2621 hiexpress.com/dunnnc Jameson Inn (800) 526-3766 jamesoninns.com Quality Inn (910) 892-8101 Relax Inn (910) 892-7167 Royal Inn (866) 809-7992 Super 8 (910) 892-1293 super8.com Valley Motor Inn (910) 892-8711
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Comfort Inn & Suites (800) 228-5151 comfor tinn.com/ hotel/nc105 Days Inn-Lake Norman (800) 465-4329 daysinn.com/hotels / north-carolina /cornelius /search-results Econo Lodge (800) 848-9751 econolodge.com/hotel/ nc105 Hampton InnLake Norman (800) 426-7866 hampton-inn.com Microtel Inn (800) 642-7622 microtelinn.com

Davidson
Davidson Village Inn (800) 892-0796 davidsoninn.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Homewood Suites (800) 560-7964 homewoodsuites.com


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Walnut Street Bed and Breakfast (704) 896-8335 walnutstreetbandb.com

Embassy Suites (704) 455-8200 embassysuites concord.com Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 panoshotels.com /hotel 3.html Hampton Inn & Suites-Speedway (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.com/en/hp/ hotels /index.jhtml? ct yhocn= CLT KGHX Hilton Garden Inn (800) 782-9444 charlotteconcord. hgi.com

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PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Great Wolf Lodge (866) 925-9653 greatwolf.com/concord

Denver
The Blue Heron B & B (704) 483-4408 blueherononlake norman.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Apollo Mobile Home & Travel Park (704) 455-2409

Creedmoor
Best Western Inn (919) 575-5942
HOTELS/MOTELS

Charlotte Motor Speedway (800) 455-3267 charlottemotorspeed way.com Fleetwood Camping Resort (704) 455-4445

Dallas
Hill Top Motel (704) 922-7876
HOTELS/MOTELS

Cross Country Campground (800) 852-4840

Barrington House Bed & Breakfast (919) 892-6980 barringtonhousenc.com Simply Divine Bed & Breakfast (910) 892-2296 simplydivinebedand breakfast.com

Dobson
Hampton Inn & Suites at Shelton Vineyards (336) 353-9400 hamptoninn.hilton.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Conover
HOTELS/MOTELS

Affordable Suites (828) 464-7100

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Duke Tower Hotel & Condominiums (866) 385-3869 duketower.com Econo Lodge-RTP (888) 315-2378 econolodge.com/hoteldurham-north_carolina -NC191?sid=xhm2og. XJomOgW5Pg.2 Extended Stay America-University (800) 398-7829 extendedstayamerica.com /minisite/default.asp? Portal =1&hotelID=739 Extended Stay Deluxe-Miami Blvd North (800) 646-8000 extendedstaydeluxe.com /minisite/?hotelID=458 Extended Stay Deluxe-Miami Blvd South (800) 444-8888 extendedstaydeluxe.com /minisite/?hotelID=913 Four Points-Southpoint (919) 806-8200 fourpoints.com/durham southpoint Hampton Inn & Suites-North I-85 (800) 426-7866 durhamnor thi85suites. hamptoninn.com Highwood Suites (919) 361-1234 Hilton Garden Inn-RTP (888) 370-0984 researchtrianglepark. hgi.com Hilton Garden Inn-Southpoint (877) 782-9444 durhamsouthpoint.stay hgi.com Hilton-Duke University (800) 445-8667 durham.hilton.com Hilton-RDU/RTP (800) 445-8667 hiltonrtp.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites-RTP (888) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/r tp Holiday Inn Express-Guess Rd. (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/ durhamnc Homestead Studio Suites (888) 782-9473 homesteadhotels.com Homestead Studio Suites-University (888) 782-9473 homesteadhotels.com Homewood Suites (800) 225-5466 durhamchapelhill.home woodsuites.com Homewood SuitesRDU/RTP (800) 225-5466 raleighdurham. homewoodsuites.com Hotel Indigo-RDU/RTP (877) 846-3446 bestdurhamhotel.com La Quinta Inn & Suites (800) 531-5900 lq.com /lq /properties/ proper tyProfile.do?ident =LQ183 La Quinta Inn & Suites-RTP (800) 531-5900 lq.com /lq /properties/ proper tyProfile.do?ident =LQ184 &propId=184 Marriott-City Center (800) 909-8375 marriott.com /rducv Marriott-RTP (800) 228-9290 marriott.com /property / propertyPage/RDUCP Millennium Hotel Durham (866) 866-8086 millenniumhotels.com/ millenniumdurham Motel 6 (919) 309-0037 motel6.com Quality Inn & Suites (919) 382-3388 duke85.com Radisson Hotel-RTP (800) 333-3333 radisson.com /research trianglenc Red Roof InnDurham-Chapel Hill Blvd (800) 843-7663 redroof.com/reservations /property-detail.aspx? pid=0201 Red Roof Inn-RTP (800) 733-7663 redroof.com/reservations /property-detail.aspx? pid=155 Red Roof Inn-University Medical Center (800) 733-7663 redroof.com/reservations / property-detail.aspx? pid=164 Residence Inn (800) 331-3131 marriott.com /RDUDR Sheraton Imperial Hotel & Convention Center (800) 325-3535 sheratonr tp.com Sleep Inn (800) 424-6423 sleepinn.com /hotel / nc327 SpringHill Suites (919) 403-1111 marriott.com /rdurl SpringHill SuitesRDU/RTP (888) 287-9400 marriott.com /rdush Staybridge Suites (877) 238-8889 staybridgedurham.com Studio Plus Hotel (800) 646-8000 studioplus.com/minisite/ default.asp?hotelID=455

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Super 8 Motel (800) 800-8000 super8.com The University Inn (800) 313-3585 universit yinnduke.com Wingate by Wyndham-RDU/RTP (866) 800-1441 the.wingateinns.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

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B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Elon
HOTELS/MOTELS

Comfort Inn-Ft. Bragg (800) 537-2268 comfor tfayet teville.com Comfort Inn-I-95 (800) 621-6596 choicehotels.com Cottonade Square Guest Inn (910) 864-6655 Country Hearth Inn & Suites (888) 443-2784 countr yhearth fayet teville.com Courtyard (910) 487-5557 marriott.com /faych Crown Inn (910) 485-6107 Days Inn (910) 323-9850 Days Inn-North/ Fort Bragg (800) 329-7466 thedaysinn.com/ wade05264 Deluxe Inn (910) 484-2666 Double Tree (910) 323-8282 Eastover Inn (910) 483-9038 bookroomsnow.com/ locations/sncfv Econo Lodge (800) 446-0650 econolodge.com/hotel/ nc192 Economy Inn (910) 323-3938 Embassy Suites-Ft. Bragg (910) 826-3600 embassysuites3. hilton.com Extended Stay America (800) 482-1254 extendedstayhotels.com Extended Stay Deluxe (800) 646-8000 extendedstayhotels.com Fairfield Inn-Cross Creek (910) 487-1400 fairfieldinn.com/fayfi

Fairfield Inn-I-95 (800) 235-5363 marriott.com Fairlane Lodge (910) 867-8968 Family Lodge (910) 868-1106 Fayetteville Inn & Suites (877) 486-8380 Hampton InnCross Creek (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.com Hampton Inn-I-95 (910) 323-0011 fayettevillei95. hamptoninn.com Hampton Inn-Spring Lake/Ft. Bragg (800) 426-7866 springlake.hampton inn.com Hilton Garden InnFort Bragg (910) 860-3600 fayettevillefor tbragg. hgi.com Holiday Inn Bordeaux & Conference Center (800) 325-0211 hibordeaux.com Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/ fayettevillenc Holiday Inn-I-95 (910) 323-1600 holidayinn.com/ fayettevill-95 Home2 Suites (910) 223-1170 fayetteville.home2 suites.com Howard Johnson Express Inn (910) 483-1113 hojo.com Inn & Suites-Fort Bragg (877) 485-0520 baymontfayet teville.com Innkeeper-Cross Creek (800) 466-5337 dalyseven.com

Knights Inn-Ft. Bragg (800) 325-4163 nitesinn.com Motel 6 (800) 466-8356 motel6.com Mt. Rose Motel (910) 485-6186 Patels Motel (910) 323-4322 bookroomsnow.com/ locations/rncfva Quality Inn (910) 485-6866 choicehotels.com Quality Inn-Ambassador (800) 828-2346 ammonshotels.com Red Roof Inn (800) 733-7663 redroof.com Regency Inn (910) 483-2621 Relax Inn Motel (910) 485-8175 Residence InnCross Creek (800) 627-7468 marriott.com /fayri Roadside Inn (910) 485-8121 Sleep Inn (800) 538-0015 sleepinnfayetteville.com Suburban Extended Stay (800) 424-6423 choicehotels.com Super 8 (800) 800-8000 super8.com Town & Country Motel (910) 483-5168 Towne Place Suites (910) 764-1100 marriott.com /fayri Travel Inn (910) 483-0444 Tropical Motel (910) 867-4161 Value Place (910) 433-2672 valueplace.com

Inn at Eagle Springs (910) 673-2722

The Acorn Residence Inn (336) 516-4777 acornhousingelon.com


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

East Bend
Aquilla Creek Cottage (866) 219-0546 aquillacreekcot tage.com
VACATION RENTALS

The Acorn Inn (336) 585-0167 acorninnelon.com

Arrowhead Inn (800) 528-2207 arrowheadinn.com

Enfield
Bellamy Manor & Gardens Bed & Breakfast (252) 445-2234 manorbnb.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Eden
Econo Lodge (877) 424-6423 Eden Inn (336) 623-9161 Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 Jameson Inn (800) 466-5337 Shayona Inn (336) 623-1500
HOTELS/MOTELS

Blooming Garden Inn (888) 687-0801 bloominggardeninn.com Carols Garden Inn (877) 922-6777 carolsgardeninn.com Greystone Inn (919) 688-1227 greystoneinn.info The Holly House (800) 687-0801 The Kings Daughters Inn (877) 534-8534 kingsdaughtersinn.com Morehead Manor Bed & Breakfast (888) 437-6333 moreheadmanor.com Old North Durham Inn (919) 683-1885 bbonline.com /nc / oldnorth
VACATION RENTALS

Heathsville Haven Bed and Breakfast (252) 445-5448 heathsvillehaven.com


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Efland
The Shady Glen Bed & Breakfast (919) 563-4841 theshadyglenbnb.com
VACATION RENTALS B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Enfield/Rocky Mount KOA (800) 562-5894 koa.com/campgrounds/ enfield

Fayetteville
Airport Inn Budget Motel (910) 485-4168 American Eagle Inn (910) 483-0431 aeifayetteville.com Boulevard Motel (910) 867-6136 Budget Inn (910) 483-9038 Candlewood SuitesFt. Bragg (910) 868-0873 candlewoodsuites.com Carolina Motor Inn (910) 433-2022 Cloverleaf Motel (910) 483-3171 Coliseum Inn (910) 485-5161 College Arms Guest Inn (910) 488-2650
HOTELS/MOTELS

Fickle Creek Farm ficklecreekfarm.com

Elkin
BridgeStreet Corporate Housing (800) 278-7388 bridgestreet.com
RESORTS

The Elk Inn (336) 835-7780

HOTELS/MOTELS

Fairfield Inn & Suites (336) 353-2008


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club (800) 443-3853 washingtondukeinn.com


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Home Coming Bed & Breakfast (336) 526-7770 homecominghouse.com


VACATION RENTALS

Birchwood RV Park (919) 493-1557 birchwoodrv.com

Frog Holler Cabins (336) 526-2661 froghollercabins.com

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Value Place (910) 864-8360 valueplace.com Value Place Rowan (910) 488-3000 valueplace.com Wingate (910) 826-9200 wingatehotels.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Happy Trails RV Park (919) 796-1208 Smithfield KOA (800) 562-5897 koa.com/campgrounds/ smithfield

Gastonia
HOTELS/MOTELS

Super 8 (800) 800-8000 super8motel.com

Jameson Inn (800) 526-3766 jamesoninns.com Lodge Inn (919) 736-0455


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Restaurant On-site

Affordable Suites of America (704) 853-0045 affordablesuites.com Best Western Executive Inn (877) 574-2464 bestwestern.com Budget Inn (704) 865-3421

Baymont Inn & Suites (877) 229-6668 baymontinn greensboro.com Best Western Plus Windsor Suites (800) 528-1234 bestwestern.com Best Western Plus-Airport (800) 780-7234 bestwestern.com Biltmore Greensboro Hotel (800) 332-0303 thebiltmore greensboro.com Budget Inn (336) 274-7656 Cavalier Inn (336) 275-8523 cavalier-inn.com Clarion-Airport (336) 299-7650 clariongreensboro.com Comfort Inn (336) 297-1055 comfor tinn.com Comfort Suites-Airport (800) 424-6423 choicehotels.com/ hotels/nc836 Comfort SuitesFour Seasons (877) 424-6423 comfor tsuites.com/ hotels /nc485 Continental Inn & Suites (336) 553-2763 continentalinn greensboro.com Courtyard (800) 364-3520 courtyard.com/gsown Courtyard-Airport (336) 668-1090 marriott.com /gsoca Crestwood Suites-Airport (877) 398-3633 crestwoodsuites.com Days Inn-Airport (336) 668-0476 Doubletree Hotel (800) 222-8733 greensboro.doubletree.com

Gibsonville
Burke Manor Inn Bed & Breakfast (888) 679-1805 burkemanor.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Fuquay-Varina
Comfort Inn (800) 424-6423 comfor tinn.com/hotel/ NC048 Quality Inn (800) 424-6423 qualit yinn.com/hotelfuquay_varina-north_ carolina-NC689
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

Plum Tree Gardens Bed and Breakfast (919) 736-3356 plumtreegardens.com


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Exercise Room

Gloria and Edgars Bed and Breakfast (910) 484-6827

Godwin
Jackson Farms Guest House (910) 567-2978 jacksonfarm.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

The McPherson House (910) 323-0081


Complimentary Breakfast

Busco Beach (919) 222-9614 buscobeachandatv park.com

Arts RV Sites (910) 867-1226

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Comfort Suites (800) 424-6423 choicehotels .com/ hotels/ nc0 28 Courtyard (800) 891-3766 courtyard.com/cltcg Days Inn (800) 329-7466 daysinn.com Express Inn & Suites (704) 852-9177 expressinnand suites.com Fairfield Inn (800) 891-3955 marriott.com /cltgs Hampton Inn (800) 426-4866 hampton-inn.com /hi / gastonia Holiday Inn Express (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/ gastonianc Knights Inn (800) 843-5644 knightsinn.com Midtown Motor Inn (704) 864-9751 midtowngastonia.com Motel 6 (800) 466-8356 motel6.com Red Carpet Inn & Suites (704) 868-4900

Graham
Affordable Suites (336) 229-0300 affordablesuites.com Comfort Suites (800) 424-6423 comfortsuitesgraham.com Embers Motor Lodge (336) 228-1366 Homestead Suites (336) 221-9199 homestay-suites-graham. magnusonhotels.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

Internet

Lake Waldos Beach Campground (910) 424-4814 lakewaldosbeach campground.com Lazy Acres Campground (888) 852-4536 laz yacrescamp ground.net

Chateau Bellevie (919) 622-6128 chateaubellevie.com Fuquay Mineral Spring Inn and Garden (866) 552-3782 fuquayinn.com

Gold Hill
Bed and Bike Inn (704) 463-0768 bedandbikeinn.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Indoor Pool

Garner
Best Western Plus Edison Inn (919) 662-4890 bestwesternnorthcarol ina.com/hotels/bestwestern-edison-inn Econo Lodge-South (800) 228-5150 econolodge.com/hotelgarner-north_carolina -NC140 Hampton Inn (888) 426-7866 hamptoninn.hilton.com InTown Suites-Raleigh (888) 951-8100 intownsuites.com/ locations/raleighsouth-xrs Wingate-South (800) 228-1000 wingatehotels.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Goldsboro
Americas Best Value Inn (919) 734-4542 americasbestvalue inn.com
Advertising Partner, p. 11
HOTELS/MOTELS

Fort Bragg
HOTELS/MOTELS
Outdoor Pool

Landmark Inn (910) 495-1215 landmarkinnf tbragg.com

Comfort Suites (800) 424-6423 comfor tsuites.com Country Inn & Suites (800) 456-4000 countr yinns.com / goldsboronc Days Inn (919) 735-7911 daysinn.com Econo Lodge (919) 736-4510 Hampton Inn (877) 499-9745 hampton-inn.com /hi / goldsboro Holiday Inn Express (877) 518-5479 hiexpress.com/ goldsboronc

River Landing Inn (919) 602-0296 riverlandinginn.com


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Four Oaks
HOTELS/MOTELS

Hidden Lake Park (336) 578-5980

Four Oaks Lodging (877) 220-8546 fouroakslodging.com Travelers Inn (919) 934-4194
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Greensboro
Americas Best Value Inn (336) 297-1996 americasbestvalueinn. com/bestv.cfm?idp=1975
Advertising Partner, p. 11
HOTELS/MOTELS

The Dwelling Place Bed & Breakfast (919) 963-4088


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Amerihill Inn & Suites (336) 299-4612 Battleground Inn (800) 932-4737 bat tlegroundinnnc.com

Four Oaks RV Resort (877) 220-8546 fouroaksr vresor t.com

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Drury Inn & Suites (800) 378-7946 druryhotels.com Econo Lodge Inn & Suites (800) 424-6423 choicehotels.com/ hotels/ NC383 Embassy Suites Hotel-Airport (336) 668-4535 embassysuites3. hilton.com Extended Stay Deluxe (800) 804-3724 extendedstay.com Extended Stay of America (800) 398-7829 extendedstay.com Hilton Garden Inn (877) 782-9444 greensboro.stayhgi.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites-Airport (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites-East (336) 697-0101 hiexpress.com/ greensboroeast Holiday Inn Express-Wendover (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/ greensboro Homestead Lodge (336) 272-5834 Homewood Suites (800) 225-5466 homewoodsuites.com Hyatt Place (336) 852-1443 greensboro.place. hyat t.com The Inn at Greensboro Airport (336) 668-0421 magnusonhotels.com / M20587 La Quinta Inn & Suites (800) 753-3757 lq.com Landmark Inn (336) 275-0800 Lodge America (888) 249-4100 sunsuites.com Marriott (800) 228-9290 marriott.com /gsonc Marriott-Downtown (336) 379-8000 marriott.com /gsodt Microtel Inn & Suites (800) 771-7171 microtelinn.com Motel 6-Airport (800) 466-8356 motel6.com O. Henry Hotel (800) 965-8259 ohenryhotel.com Oaks Motel (336) 272-0105 Park Lane HotelFour Seasons (800) 942-6556 park-lane-hotel.com Proximity Hotel (800) 379-8200 proximityhotel.com Quality Inn & Suites-Airport (336) 668-3638 choicehotels.com/hotel/ nc360 Quality Inn & Suites-Coliseum (877) 424-6423 qualit yinn.com Quality Inn & Suites-Guilford Convention Center (866) 611-6769 qualit yinn.com Rainbow Motel (336) 621-4040 Ramada-Coliseum (336) 294-9922 ramada.com Red Carpet Inn (800) 251-1962 bookroomsnow.com Red Roof Inn-Airport (800) 733-7663 redroof.com Red Roof Inn-Coliseum (800) 733-7663 redroof.com Regency Inn & Suites (336) 621-6210 Relax Inn (336) 621-0625 Residence Inn-Airport (336) 632-4666 marriott.com /gsoga Sands Motel (336) 621-5622 Scottish Inn (336) 398-2500 Sheraton-Four Seasons & Joseph S. Koury Convention Center (800) 242-6556 sheratongreensboro.com Sleep Inn-Airport (866) 446-4683 sleepinngreensboro.com Springhill Suites (888) 287-9400 marriott.com /gsosh Studio Plus Deluxe Studios-Wendover (336) 547-0405 studioplus.com Studio 6 (800) 897-0202 staystudio6.com Suburban Extended Stay (800) 424-6423 choicehotels.com Super 8 (800) 800-8000 super8.com Super 8-Coliseum (800) 800-8000 super8.com Wingate (800) 228-1000 wingategso.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

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Grover
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Harmony
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Inn of the Patriots Bed & Breakfast (704) 937-2940 theinnofthepatriots.com

Van Hoy Farms Family Campground (704) 539-5493 vanhoy farms.com

Hamptonville
HOTELS/MOTELS

Haw River
HOTELS/MOTELS

Welborns Motel (336) 468-2622 Yadkin Inn (336) 468-2801

Days Inn (800) 329-7466 daysinn.com

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Henderson
HOTELS/MOTELS

The Belle House Bed & Breakfast (336) 468-6565 thebellehouse.com

Ambassador Inn & Suites-Kerr Lake (252) 492-1126 Budget Host InnKerr Lake (800) 283-4678

Fairfield Inn & Suites (800) 228-2828 mar rio tt.com /gsogw Fairfield Inn-Airport (800) 228-2800 fairfieldinn.com/gsoap Fairview Inn-Airport (866) 668-9401 fairviewinnairport.com Grandover Resort & Conference Center (800) 472-6301 grandover.com Greensboro Motel (336) 369-1075 Hampton Inn & Suites-Coliseum (336) 553-1818 hamptoninn.com Hampton Inn-Airport (336) 605-5500 Hampton InnFour Seasons (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.com Hawthorn Suites (800) 337-0202 haw thorn.com

1910 Somers House (704) 539-4808 vrbo.com/414388

VACATION RENTALS

Greenwood Bed & Breakfast (866) 374-5456 greenwoodbb.com

Winding Creek Farm Cabin (704) 953-2193 cabins.com/usa/nc/nc_ hamptonville_001/nc_ hamptonville_farm_ 001.html

Cardinal Motel (252) 492-1148 Econo Lodge-Kerr Lake (800) 228-5150

Groome Inn (336) 510-3802 thegroomeinn.com Haynes Bed & Breakfast (866) 223-9445 haynesbedand breakfast.com Troy-Bumpas Inn Bed & Breakfast (336) 370-1660 troy-bumpasinn.com Twin Lakes Lodge Bed & Breakfast (888) 484-5253 thetwinlakeslodge.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

High Point. A safari for furniture-hunters.


67396

Greensboro Campground (877) 274-4143 greensborocamp ground.com

Nothing beats the thrill of the hunt, especially for home furnishings. Come browse the shops and streets of the Home Furnishings Capital of the World. Then discover a spectacular city with plenty to see, plenty to do and plenty of ways to make yourself at home.

(800) 720-5255 www.highpoint.org

see page 159 for local information sources

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Hampton Inn-Kerr Lake (252) 492-3007 hampton-inn.com /hi / henderson Holiday Inn ExpressKerr Lake (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/ hendersonnc Jameson Inn-Kerr Lake (252) 430-0247 jamesoninns.com Kerr Lake Inn-Kerr Lake (252) 492-7003 Knights Inn-Kerr Lake (252) 492-4041 Courtyard (828) 267-2100 marriott.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Huntersville
Best Western Plus Inn & Suites (704) 875-7880 book.bestwestern.com/ bestwestern/priceAvail. do?stdRateFlag=false Candlewood SuitesLake Norman (704) 895-3434 candlewoodsuites.com Comfort Suites (704) 875-6220 choicehotels.com Country Suites (888) 201-1746 countr yinns.com / huntersvillenc Courtyard-Lake Norman (800) 321-2211 marriott.com /cltln Hampton Inn & Suites (704) 947-5510 huntersvillesuites. hamptoninn.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

The Inn at Hickory (800) 654-2961 theinnathickory.com

JH Adams Inn (888) 256-1289 jhadamsinn.com

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Sycamore Lodge Resort (800) 370-1645 travelresorts.com/ sycamore_lodge.asp

Restaurant On-site

Crowne Plaza (800) 465-4329 crowneplaza.com / hickorync Deluxe Inn (828) 328-2111

Hiddenite
Hiddenite Family Campground (828) 632-3815 hiddenitecamp ground.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Seven Oaks Bed & Breakfast (336) 899-6257 7oaksbedand breakfast.com


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Jonesville
Americas Best Value Inn (336) 835-2261 americasbest valueinn.com
Advertising Partner, p. 11
HOTELS/MOTELS

Exercise Room

Oak Hollow Family Campground (336) 883-3492

High Point
Fairfield Inn & Suites (800) 228-2800 marrio tt.com Gateway Extended Stay (800) 789-0686 gatewayhotelhickor y nc.com Gateway Hotel and Conference Center (800) 789-0686 gatewayhotelhickor y nc.com Hampton Inn (828) 624-2000 Holiday Inn Express (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/ hickory_mart Jameson Inn (828) 304-0410 jamesoninns.com Motel 6 (800) 466-8356 motel6.com Quality Inn & Suites (800) 431-0678 choicehotels.com Quality Suites (828) 323-1211 qualit ysuiteshickory.com Red Roof Inn (800) 843-7663 redroof.com Regency Inn (800) 446-4656 Royal Inn (828) 322-4311
HOTELS/MOTELS

Hillsborough
Holiday Inn Express (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/ hillsborough
HOTELS/MOTELS

Complimentary Breakfast

Scottish Inns-Kerr Lake (252) 438-6172 Sleep Inn-Kerr Lake (252) 433-9449
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Best Western Yadkin Valley Inn & Suites (800) 465-6329 holidayinn.com Comfort Inn (800) 842-7176 comfor tinn.com Days Inn (800) 329-7466 daysinn.com Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.com Roses Village Motel (336) 835-3609

American Inn & Suites and Motel 6 (336) 885-6000 motel6.com Ashford Suites (877) 502-9522 ashfordsuites.com Atrium Inn (888) 928-7486 atrium-inn.com

The Guest House at Burnside Plantation (252) 438-7688 burnsideplantation.com

Microtel Inn & Suites (888) 771-7171 microtelinn.com Scottish Inns (919) 383-2561 Southern Country Inn (919) 732-8101
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Internet

Lamplight Inn and the Tobacco Farm RV Camp-Kerr Lake (877) 222-0100 lamplightbnb.net Run of the Mill Bed & Breakfast Inn (252) 492-9599 runofthemillbandb.com
VACATION RENTALS

Indoor Pool

Biltmore Suites Hotel (888) 412-8188 biltmoresuiteshotel.com Courtyard by Marriott (800) 321-2211 marriott.com /gsocy Crestwood Suites (336) 886-5665 crestwoodsuites.com High Point Plaza & Conference Center (336) 889-8888 highpointplaza.com Hotel NC (336) 886-4141 Knights Inn (336) 841-7717 knightsinn.com Quality Inn (336) 861-3000 qualit yinn.com The Townhouse Inn (336) 882-4103 thetownhouseinn.com Travel Inn Express (336) 883-6101

Outdoor Pool

Inn at Teardrops (919) 732-1120 innatteardrops.com

Holiday Inn Express & Suites (800) 527-1133 hiexpress.com/hotels/ us/ en/ hun ter sville / cl tck /ho teldet ail Quality Inn (800) 272-6232 qualit yinn.com Ramada (800) 854-9517 ramada.com Residence Inn (888) 236-2427 residenceinn.com Sleep Inn-Lake Norman (800) 753-3746 sleepinn.com /hotel / nc316

Super 8 (888) 288-5081

Julian
Georgia Belle Inn (336) 697-9727
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

The Cabin at Hillside Farms (252) 430-4321

Holly Springs
Hampton Inn & Suites (919) 552-7610 hamptoninn.hilton.com / en /hp /hotels/index.jhtm l?ctyhocn =RDUHSHX
HOTELS/MOTELS

Pearls Place-Kerr Lake (252) 438-4767 Satterwhite Point Marina Cabins-Kerr Lake (252) 438-4441 sat ter whitept.com

Kannapolis
Americas Best Value Inn (888) 315-2378 americasbestvalue inn.com
Advertising Partner, p. 11
HOTELS/MOTELS

Hope Mills
Spring Valley RV Park & Campground (910) 425-1505
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Hickory
Best Western (800) 937-8376 bestwestern.com Budget Express (828) 322-1740
HOTELS/MOTELS

Jackson Springs
VACATION RENTALS

Econo Lodge (800) 848-9750 Fairfield Inn (800) 228-2800 marriott.com /cltkn

Foxfire Golf & Travel (800) 736-9347 golffoxfire.com

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites (704) 743-1080 hixconcord.com Home-Towne Suites (704) 788-2140 Microtel Inn & Suites (704) 782-2300 microtelinn.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Econo Lodge (800) 800-8000 econolodge.com Quality Inn (919) 284-1000 econolodge.com/hotel/ nc229

King
HOTELS/MOTELS

Knightdale
Country Hearth Inn (888) 443-2784 countr yhearth knightdale.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Holiday Inn Express (910) 291-3300 Jameson Inn (800) 526-3766 jamesoninns.com Pine Acres Lodge (910) 276-1531

De Starte Bed and Breakfast (704) 538-3670


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Econo Lodge (800) 553-2666 stokespureplay.com

Kernersville
Holiday Inn Express (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com Kings Inn (336) 996-3671 Quality Inn (800) 228-5151 qualit yinn.com Sleep Inn (800) 424-6423 sleepinn.com /hotel / NC820
HOTELS/MOTELS

Kings Mountain
HOTELS/MOTELS

Bracketts Cedar Park (704) 538-7124

Landis
Center Motel (704) 932-4656
HOTELS/MOTELS

Duncan Hill Inn (704) 938-7817 duncanhillinn.com

Best Western First Victory Inn (704) 739-2544

Scotland Inn Hotel (800) 582-2106


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Lawsonville
Southwyck Farm Bed & Breakfast (336) 593-8006 southw yckfarm.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Kenly
Budget Inn (919) 284-5588
HOTELS/MOTELS

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com Quality Inn (704) 739-7070 choicehotels.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Laurinburg
Clinton Inn (910) 276-6555 Comfort Inn (910) 277-7788 comfor tinn.com Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.hilton.com / en /hp /hotels/index.jhtm l?ctyhocn =LRNBGHX
HOTELS/MOTELS

Thomas Walton Manor Bed & Breakfast (910) 276-0551 thomaswaltonmanor.com

Lawndale
Buffalo Creek Farm Bed & Breakfast (704) 538-1479 buffalocreekfarm.net
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Lexington
Affordable Suites of America (336) 956-1828 affordablesuites.com Budget Inn (336) 248-5171
HOTELS/MOTELS

Days Inn (800) 329-7466 the.daysinn.com /kenly 06939 Deluxe Inn (919) 284-3655

Hounds Gate Campground (704) 739-4474 houndsgatewaycamp ground.com

see page 159 for local information sources

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Country Hearth Inn & Suites (888) 443-2784 countr yhearth.com Days Inn & Suites (336) 357-2333 daysinn.com Economy Inn (336) 248-5111 Holiday Inn Express (888) 465-4329 hiexpress.com Hwy 8 Motel (336) 357-6444 hwy8motel.com Lexington Triad Inn (336) 249-0111 Quality Inn (800) 424-6423 qualit yinn.com Regency Inn (336) 248-5927
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Linwood
CrossWinds Family Campground (336) 853-4567 crosswindsfamilycamp ground.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Louisburg
HOTELS/MOTELS

High Rock Lake Campground (336) 798-1196 highrocklakecamp ground.com

Days Inn (919) 340-4449 daysinn.com Economy Inn (919) 496-3108

Atkinsons Inn and Suites (910) 674-3185 atkinsoninnand suites.com Best Western (800) 937-8376 bestwestern.com Budget Inn (910) 739-3254 Comfort Inn (800) 424-6423 Comfort Suites (800) 424-6423 Country Inn & Suites (800) 456-4000 Days Inn (800) 329-7466 Deluxe Inn (910) 738-4265 Economy Inn (910) 739-7541 Fairfield Inn (800) 228-2800 marriott.com /faylb Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 hampton.com Holiday Inn-North I-95 (800) 465-4329 holidayinn.com/ lumber tonnc Howard Johnson Express Inn (800) 446-4656 hojo.com Knights Inn (910) 738-2461

Southern Inn (910) 738-1502 Super 8 (800) 800-8000 Travelers Inn (910) 738-2441
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Restaurant On-site

Lincolnton
Comfort Inn (800) 551-5457 Days Inn (704) 735-8271 Hampton Inn (704) 736-2000 lincolnton.hampton inn.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Littleton
RE/MAX RentalsLake Gaston (877) 586-7257 vacationonlake gaston.com
VACATION RENTALS

Wolfpit Bed and Breakfast (919) 496-7662 wolfpitbandb.com

Sleepy Bears RV Park (910) 739-4372 sleepybearsr vpark.com

Exercise Room

Love Valley
Miss Kittys Bed & Breakfast (704) 592-4885 lovevalley.com/misskitty /index.html
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Madison
HOTELS/MOTELS

Complimentary Breakfast

The White Oak Inn (704) 736-1944 thewhiteoakinnnc.com

Outdoor World (252) 586-4121 campoutdoorworld.com Stonehouse Timber Lodge (877) 846-2379 lakegastonfun.com

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Budget Inn (336) 548-6011

Lumberton
HOTELS/MOTELS

Hunter House Bed & Breakfast hunterhousebedand breakfast.com


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Internet

VACATION RENTALS

Casual Lake Living (336) 798-6157 casuallakeliving.com

Americas Best Value Inn (888) 315-2378 americasbestvalueinn.com


Advertising Partner, p. 11

Humphreys Ridge Family Campground (336) 427-3949

Indoor Pool

Marshville
Budget Inn (704) 624-2153
HOTELS/MOTELS

Outdoor Pool

Marston
Long Leaf Pine Oasis (910) 266-8372 oasisofnorth carolina.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

67021

Motel 6 (800) 466-8356 Quality Inn (910) 739-4800 choicehotels.com Ramada Hotel and Suites (800) 272-6232 Redwood Motor Lodge (910) 739-4304

Matthews
Comfort Inn (800) 848-9749
HOTELS/MOTELS

Country Inn & Suites (800) 456-4000 countr yinns.com / matthewsnc Courtyard (800) 321-2211 marriott.com /cltcm Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.hilton.com

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/ matthewsnc Inn Towne Suites (704) 882-4768 Microtel Inn (704) 814-9131 microtelinn.com Sleep Inn (704) 841-1660 choicehotels.com/ires / en-US /html/ HotelInfo ?hotel =NC032 Suburban Lodge (800) 951-7829
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

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The Old Place (919) 563-1733 bedandbreakfast.com/ north-carolina-mebanetheoldplacebed breakfast.html

Quality Inn & Suites (704) 283-9600


VACATION RENTALS

Morrisville
HOTELS/MOTELS

Treehouse Vineyards Treehouse Rental (704) 283-4208 treehousevineyards.net

Cambria Suites-RDU (919) 361-3311 cambriasuitesrdu.com Country Inn & Suites-RDU (800) 596-2375 countr yinns.com / rduairport Courtyard-RDU (800) 321-2211 marriott.com /RDURD Days Inn-RDU/RTP (800) 329-7466 daysinnraleigh airport.com Extended Stay America-RDU/RTP (800) 398-7829 extendedstayhotels.com Fairfield Inn & Suites-RDU (800) 228-2800 fairfieldinn.com/rdufa Four Points-RDU (919) 380-1221 fourpointsraleigh durhamairport.com Hampton Inn-RDU (800) 426-4866 hilton.com/en/hp/ hotels/index.jhtml? ctyhocn=RDUMVHX Hilton Garden Inn-RDU (800) 782-9444 raleighdurham. stayhgi.com Holiday Inn Express-RDU (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/ rduairport Holiday Inn-RDU (800) 465-4329 holidayinn.com/ rduairpor t Hyatt House-RDU (800) 474-3772 raleighdurhamairport. house.hyatt.com Hyatt Place-RDU (800) 833-1516 raleighrdu.place. hyat t.com

La Quinta Inn & Suites-RDU (800) 531-5900 944.lq.com La Quinta Inn-RDU (800) 531-5900 laquinta.com Microtel Inn-RDU/RTP (800) 771-7171 microtelinnrdu morrisville.com Residence Inn-RDU (800) 331-3131 residenceinn.com/rduap Staybridge Suites-RDU (800) 238-8000 staybridge.com/ Raleighncmor

VACATION RENTALS

Holly Hill Cabin (336) 401-1102 hollyhillcabin.com

Oak Crest (336) 351-4351 oakcrestcottage.com


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Milton
Heathfield House Bed & Breakfast (336) 234-9037
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Mooresville
Candlewood Suites (877) 660-8543 candlewoodsuites.com Candlewood Suites (877) 660-8543 Days Inn (800) 329-7666 daysinn.com Fairfield Inn (800) 228-2800 fairfieldinn.com Hampton Inn & Suites (800) 426-4866 hamptoninn.hilton.com Hilton Garden Inn (877) 782-9444 charlottemooresville. stayhgi.com Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites (877) 834-3613 hiexpress.com Quality Inn & Suites (888) 489-9290 qualit yinn.com/hotelmooresville-nor th_ carolina-NC355 Sleep Inn & Suites (800) 753-3746 choicehotels.com SpringHill Suites (888) 236-2427 marriott.com Super 8 (800) 800-8000 super8.com TownePlace Suites (888) 235-6613 marriott.com Wingate (800) 228-1000 wingatehotels.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Mayberry Campground (337) 789-6199 mayberrycamp ground.com Veterans Memorial Park (336) 786-2236 visitmayberr y.com

Mocksville
Days Inn & Suites (336) 751-5966 HighWay Inn (336) 751-7060 highwayinn mocksville.com Quality Inn (800) 852-0035 choicehotels.com/hotel/ nc152 Scottish Inns (800) 251-1962 bookroomsnow.com/ locations/sncmo
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS HOTELS/MOTELS

803 Elizabeth Bed & Breakfast (704) 841-8900 803elizabeth.com Matthews Manor Bed & Breakfast charlottebedand breakfast.com

Mount Holly
Robins Nest Bed & Breakfast (704) 827-2420 robinsnestbb.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Mount Airy
Best Western Bryson Inn (800) 528-1234 brintles.com /truckplaza1 Hampton Inn (800) 565-5249 mountairy.hampton inn.com Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites (336) 719-1731 hiexpress.com The Hollows Motel (336) 789-6868 Knights Inn (800) 843-5644 knightsinn.com Mayberry Motor Inn (336) 786-4109 mayberrymotorinn.com Microtel Suites (888) 771-7171 Quality Inn (800) 672-1667 qualit yinn.com/hotel/ nc133 Star Lite Motel (336) 786-2171
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

Mount Olive
Sleep Inn & Suites (919) 658-1002 choicehotels.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Mayodan
Autumn Creek Vineyards Cabin in the Vines (336) 548-1846 autumncreek vineyards.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Lake Myers RV Resort (336) 492-7736 woodalls.com

Mount Pleasant
HOTELS/MOTELS

McLeansville
Hampton Inn (800) 426-4866 greensboroeastnc. hamptoninn.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Monroe
Americas Best Value Inn (704) 289-1581 americasbestvalue inn.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Carolina Country Inn (704) 436-9616 carolinacountryinn.com

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Franklin Street Bed & Breakfast (704) 436-7378 franklinstreetbandb.com

Mebane
HOTELS/MOTELS

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Budget Inn (919) 563-3513

Best Western Inn & Suites (704) 283-4746 Days Inn (704) 289-4581 Economy Inn (800) 848-5467 Hampton Inn (704) 220-2200 Holiday Inn Express (704) 289-1555 Knights Inn (704) 289-9111

Inn at Mt. Pleasant (704) 436-9386

Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 hampton-inn.com Holiday Inn Express (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com

New Hill
Shady Wagon Farm (919) 542-7172 shadywagonfarm.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Andys Homeplace (800) 565-5249

Sobotta Manor Bed and Breakfast (336) 786-2777 sobottamanor.com

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New London
HOTELS/MOTELS

Norwood
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Pembroke
Holiday Inn Express (800) 315-2621 hiexpress.com/ pembrokenc
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

Rosa Lee Manor (704) 364-3917 rosaleemanor.com Scenic Overlook Bed & Breakfast (336) 368-9591 scenicoverlook.com
VACATION RENTALS

Pinehurst
HOTELS/MOTELS

Holiday Inn Express (888) 527-6088 Quality SuitesCarolina Place (800) 527-1133 qualit yinn.com

Pineview Motel (704) 463-7862


Restaurant On-site

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

The Fork Lodge Bed & Breakfast (704) 474-4052 forkstables.com

Comfort Inn (800) 831-0541 comfor t.pmc properties.com Homewood Suites (877) 901-4663 olmstedvillage. homewoodsuites.com SpringHill Suites (910) 695-0234 marriott.com /faysh
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Cotton Patch Campground (704) 463-5797 cot tonpatchgold mine.com Whip-O-Will Campground (336) 461-2121 whipowillcamp ground.com

Norwood Campground (704) 474-3800 nor woodcamping.com

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

D.F. Lowry House Bed & Breakfast (910) 522-1030 dflowr yhouse.com

River Rhys Cabin (336) 648-7272 riverrhyscabin.com

Pinnacle
Jomeokee Campground (336) 325-2296 jomeokee.net Pioneer Village Family Campground (336) 325-2582 home.comcast.net/~bkh 8025/pioneervillage.html
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Exercise Room

Pine Hall Oxford


HOTELS/MOTELS

Pilot Mountain
Quality Inn & Suites (336) 368-2237 choicehotels.com/hotel/ nc580
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

Newton
Complimentary Breakfast

Comfort Inn and Suites (800) 937-8376

Rose Cabin Retreat (336) 591-4861 thehillbillyhideaway.com

VACATION RENTALS

The Magnolia Inn (910) 295-6900

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Pinebluff
HOTELS/MOTELS

Peacock Inn (828) 464-5780 thepeacockinnnewton.com

Econo Lodge (800) 272-6232 Kings Inn (919) 693-4400


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

The Trott House Inn (877) 435-7994 trotthouse.com


Internet

Oxford Bed and Breakfast at the Olde Parsonage (919) 702-8123 oxfordbedandbreakfast nc.com

Dr. Flippins Bed & Breakfast (336) 368-1183 drflippins.com

Greenleafe Inn (910) 281-0255 greenleafeinn.com/ pinebluff /index.html

Pine Crest Inn (800) 371-2545 pinecrestinnpinehurst.com Condotels of Pinehurst (800) 272-8588 condotelsof pinehurst.com
VACATION RENTALS

Pittsboro
458 West Bed and Breakfast (919) 491-4229 458west.com/index.html Rosemary House Bed and Breakfast (888) 643-2017 rosemary-bb.com Small B&B (919) 537-1909 smallbandbcafe.com
RESORTS B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Pilot Knob Inn Bed & Breakfast (336) 325-2502 pilotknobinn.com

Pinehurst Area Realty (800) 633-8576 pinehurstarearealt y.com Village of Pinehurst Rentals & Golf (800) 334-6613 pinehurstgolfonline.net National Golf Club (800) 471-4339 nationalgolfclub.com Pinehurst Resort (855) 211-2507 pinehurst.com
RESORTS

Indoor Pool

Outdoor Pool

Fearrington House Inn (919) 542-2121 fearrington.com /house

Pleasant Garden
Walnut Lane Bed & Breakfast (336) 674-7093 walnutlane.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Pineville
66642

HOTELS/MOTELS

Comfort Suites Hotel (877) 305-2844 Four Points (704) 540-8500 starwoodhotels.com

Raeford
HOTELS/MOTELS

Hampton Inn & Suites (800) 426-7866 charlottehis.com Hilton Garden Inn (704) 889-3279 charlottepinevillegarden inn.com

Days Inn (910) 904-1050


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Murphy House Bed & Breakfast (910) 875-0092 murphyhousebandb.com

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HOTELS/MOTELS

Comfort Suites-Arena (800) 424-6423 comfor tsuitesarena.com Comfort Suites-North (800) 424-6423 comfor tsuitesnorth raleigh.com Country Lodge (919) 834-6881 Courtyard Crabtree (800) 521-7521 marriott.com /property / propertyPage/RDUCY Courtyard North/ Triangle Town Center (919) 645-0088 marriott.com /RDUNT Courtyard Raleigh-Midtown (800) 321-2211 courtyardraleigh midtown.com Days Inn-Crabtree (800) 329-7466 daysinn.com/hotel/ 20534 Days Inn-Downtown (877) 264-6766 the.daysinn.com / raleigh14390 Days Inn-North Beltline (866) 589-4994 the.daysinn.com Days Inn-South (800) 329-7466 the.daysinn.com /raleigh 04856?sid= AAAksrACw AAABgqAAK DoubleTree (919) 239-4777 raleighcary. doubletree.com DoubleTree Brownstone-University (919) 828-0811 brownstonehotel.com Econo Lodge Inn & Suites (800) 424-6423 econolodge.com Econo Lodge-North (800) 424-6423 econolodge.com/hotelraleigh-north_carolina -NC487

Americas Best Value Inn (919) 277-8485 abviraleigh.com


Advertising Partner, p. 11

Americas Best Value Inn-Crabtree (877) 848-8485 abviraleigh.com


Advertising Partner, p. 11

Americas Best Value Inn-North Capital (800) 329-7666 americasbestvalue inn.com


Advertising Partner, p. 11

Best Western Inn & Suites (800) 937-8376 bestwestern.com Best Western-North (800) 528-1234 bwraleighhotel.com Budget Inn (919) 828-2327 Candlewood Suites-Crabtree (800) 946-6200 candlewood suites.com/crabtreenc Capital Inn (919) 833-1901 Claremont Inn (919) 828-5151 Clarion HotelState Capital (800) 424-6423 raleighclarion.com Comfort Inn & Suites-Crabtree (800) 424-6423 comfor tinn.com/ hotel-raleigh-north_ carolina-NC683 Comfort Inn-Downtown (919) 863-0091 comfor tinndowntown raleigh.com Comfort Suites (866) 919-6900 comfor tsuites.com/hot el-raleigh-north_carolin a-NC330

BikeFest, hillsborough
Embassy Suites-Crabtree (800) 362-2779 raleighcrabtree. embassysuites.com Embassy SuitesRDU/Brier Creek (800) 362-2779 raleighdurhamairport briercreek.embassy suites.com Extended Stay America-North (800) 398-7829 extendedstay america.com/ RNR Fairfield Inn & Suites-Crabtree (800) 228-2800 fairfieldinn.com/RDUCT Hampton Inn & Suites (800) 426-7866 car ysuites.hampton inn.com Hampton Inn & Suites-RDU/Brier Creek (919) 484-0500 raleighdurhamairport briercreeksuites. hamptoninn.com Hampton Inn-Capital Blvd/North (800) 426-4866 hamptoninn.hilton.com / en /hp /hotels/index.jhtm l?ctyhocn =RDUHHHX Holiday Inn Express & Suites-NC State (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/hotels/ us/ en/ raleig h/r dug s/ hotelde tail Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites-North (800) 465-4329 ichotelsgroup.com/h/d / ex /1/en/hd/wkfnc Holiday InnCrabtree Valley (800) 465-4329 holidayinn.com/rducrabtree Hampton Inn-Midtown (866) 276-3792 raleighnorth.hampton inn.com Hawthorn Suites (888) 226-3539 haw thorn.com /raleigh Hilton Garden Inn-Triangle Town Center (919) 876-5650 raleighnortheast.hgi.com Hilton North-Midtown (800) 445-8667 nor thraleigh.hilton.com Holiday Inn-North (800) 465-4329 holidayinn.com/ raleighnnc Home Suite Home (888) 824-0349 homesuitehomenc.com Homestead Studio Suites (888) 824-0349 homesteadhotels.com/ RCH Homestead Studio Suites-Crabtree (800) 782-9473 homesteadhotels.com/ hwy Homestead Studio Suites-North (919) 981-7353 homesteadhotels.com/ R AL Homewood Suites-Crabtree Valley (800) 225-5466 raleighcrabtreevalley. homewoodsuites.com Hospitality Studios (800) 528-1234 Hyatt Place-North (800) 833-1516 raleighnorth.place. hyatt.com Kings Motel (919) 834-2524 La Quinta Inn & Suites-Crabtree (800) 531-5900 959.lq.com LodgeAmerica (888) 249-4100 lodgeamerica.com/ propert y.php?p=raleigh Marriott-City Center (919) 833-1120 marriott.com /rdumc Marriott-Crabtree Valley (800) 228-9290 marriott.com /property / propertypage/rdunc Microtel Inn & Suites (888) 771-7171 microtelinn.com Milner Inn (877) 645-6377 milner-hotels.com/ raleigh/index.html Motel 6 (800) 466-8356 motel6.com/reservations /motel_detail.asp? MotelId =4498 Motel 6-Crabtree (800) 466-8356 motel6.com Motel 6-East (800) 466-8356 motel6.com

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Quality Inn-North (919) 878-9550 qualit yinn.com/hotelraleigh-north_carolina -NC419 Raleigh Inn (919) 231-0200 Ramada-Blue Ridge (919) 832-4100 blueridge.pmc properties.com Red Roof Inn-Convention Center/NCSU (800) 733-7663 redroof.com/reservati ons /inn_details.asp? innNumber= 256 Renaissance HotelNorth Hills (888) 236-2427 marriott.com Residence InnCrabtree Valley (800) 331-3131 marriott.com /property / propertypage/rduee Residence Inn-Midtown (800) 331-3131 marriott.com /property / propertypage/rdurb Sheraton Hotel (800) 325-3535 sheraton.com /raleigh Studio Plus Deluxe-North (888) 788-3467 studioplus.com Super 8 (919) 861-7822 super8.com Super 8 (800) 800-8000 the.super8.com/hotel/ 08538 Super 8-Downtown (800) 800-8000 super8.com Super 8-North (800) 553-7749 super8.com Value Place Hotel-North (919) 322-1550 valueplace.com The Velvet Cloak Inn (888) 828-0335 velvetcloakinn.com Wake Inn (919) 231-3000 wakeinn.com Wingate (800) 228-1000 wingateinns.com Wingate by Wyndham-Arena (919) 847-7383 ncraleighhotel.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

nc

Ridgeway
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Boyds BP Station Campgrounds (252) 456-3996

The RV Resort at Carolina Crossroads (252) 535-7000 rvresortatcc.com

Country Hearth Inn (800) 800-8000 Country Inn & Suites (800) 456-4000 countr yinn.com/ rockymountnc Courtyard by Marriott-Gateway Center (800) 321-2211 marriott.com Deluxe Inn-Gold Rock (252) 446-2411 Doubletree Hotel (800) 222-TREE doubletree1.hilton.com Economy Inn (252) 446-5171 Economy InnGold Rock Area (252) 442-8075 Executive Inn (252) 446-3201 Gold Rock Inn & Suites (252) 977-0101 Hal Orrs Inn (252) 442-4151 Hampton Inn (800) 426-4866 hamptoninn.hilton.com

Residence InnGateway Center (800) 331-3131 marriott.com /RWIRI Rocky Mount Inn (252) 442-8101 rockymountinn.net Sunshine Inn (252) 446-7195 Travelers Inn & Suites-Gold Rock Area (252) 977-9595

Roanoke Rapids
HOTELS/MOTELS

Rockingham
Americas Best Value Inn (910) 997-5521 americasbestvalue inn.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Brookwood Motel (252) 537-3532 Carolina Inn (252) 537-4164

Oakwood Inn Bed & Breakfast (800) 267-9712 oakwoodinnbb.com

Advertising Partner, p. 11

Woodburn Cottage (919) 828-2276 woodburncottage.com

Comfort Suites (252) 535-3300 comfor tsuites.com/hotel -roanoke_rapids-nor th_ carolina-NC483 Fairfax Motel (252) 537-3567

Budget Inn (910) 895-5231 Budgetel Inn & Suites (910) 997-6636 Chek Inn (910) 895-5278 Comfort Suites (910) 410-0077 choicehotels.com Days Inn (800) 325-2525 Economy Motel (910) 895-4092 Holiday Inn Express & Suites (800) 315-2621 hiexpress.com/ rockinghamnc Quality Inn & Suites (910) 895-0099 Regal Inn Motel (910) 997-3336

Roxboro
Americas Best Value Inn (336) 599-9276 americasbest valueinn.com
Advertising Partner, p. 11
HOTELS/MOTELS

Randleman
Hill Top Bed & Breakfast (336) 799-4396 hilltopbedand breakfastnc.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 roanokerapids.hampton inn.com Hilton Garden Inn (252) 519-2333 hiltongardeninn. hilton.com Holiday Inn Express (888) 465-4329 holiday-inn-express.com Jameson Inn (800) 526-3766 jamesoninn.com Motel 6 (800) 466-8356 motel6.com Quality Inn (252) 537-9927 qualit yinn.com Sleep Inn (800) 753-3746 sleepinn.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Budget Inn (336) 599-3151 Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.com Innkeeper (800) 466-5337 Timberland Motel (336) 599-2144

Reidsville
Budget Inn (336) 349-6540 Colonial Inn (800) 272-6232 Days Inn (800) 329-7466 Holiday Inn Express (336) 361-4000 Quality Inn (800) 221-2222 Royal Inn Motel (336) 349-9988 ncnorthstar.com Williams Motel (336) 349-8457 ncnorthstar.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Salemburg
Holiday Inn (888) 543-2255 holidayinn.com/ rockymountnc Motel 6 (800) 466-8356 motel6.com Northgate Suites (252) 407-8384 Quality Inn-Gold Rock (800) 424-6423 Quality Inn-Tiffany (800) 424-6423 qualit yinn.com Red Carpet Inn (800) 238-0767 Red Carpet Inn-Gold Rock Area (800) 251-1962 Laurel Lakes Family Campground (919) 422-8413
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Rocky Mount
Affordable Suites of America (252) 451-0015 affordablesuites.com/ rockymount Ashburn Inn (252) 977-3505 Best Western-Gold Rock (800) 528-1234 book.bestwestern.com Candlewood Suites (877) 727-2449 candlewoodsuites.com Carolina Inn (252) 977-3661 Comfort InnGateway Center (800) 228-5150 choicehotels.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Salisbury
Affordable Suites of America (704) 636-7400 affordablesuites.com Comfort Suites (704) 630-0065 Days Inn (704) 633-5961 Economy Inn (704) 637-8910 Executive Inn (704) 637-6726 Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Richfield
Garden Inn (704) 463-7514
HOTELS/MOTELS

Twin Magnolias Bed & Breakfast (252) 308-0019 angelfire.com/biz/ twinmagnolias

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Happy Traveler Inn (704) 636-6640 Holiday Inn (800) 465-4329 holiday-inn.com / salisbur ync Quality Inn (800) 937-8376 Super 8 (800) 800-8000 super8.com Volonte Motel (704) 636-3952
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS VACATION RENTALS

Loft 130 (704) 267-6480 lof t130.com

Comfort Suites (866) 320-5929 choicehotels.com/hotel/ NC559 Days Inn (800) 329-7466 Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/sanford nc Jameson Inn (919) 708-7400 jamesoninn.com The Palomino Motel (919) 774-6600 thepalominomotel.com Prince Downtown (919) 775-2328

Quality Inn (919) 774-6411 qualit yinn.com/hotelsanford-north_ carolina-NC427? promo=gglocal


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Seagrove
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Masters Inn (800) 633-3434 mastersinn.com Quality Inn (800) 424-6423 choicehotels.com Regency Inn (919) 975-0102 Royal Inn (800) 368-8442
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Restaurant On-site

Tamarac Marina Campground (704) 636-1918 tamaracmarina.com

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Duck Smith House Bed & Breakfast (888) 869-9018 ducksmithhouse.com Seagrove Stoneware Inn (336) 707-9124 seagrovestoneware.com

G. Winders Campground (919) 776-2229

Exercise Room

Sandy Ridge
Crooked Creek Ranch (336) 871-9341
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Scotland Neck
Scotland Neck Inn (252) 826-5141 bestwestern.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Selma
Days Inn (800) 465-4329 daysinn.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Complimentary Breakfast

Rowan Oak House Bed & Breakfast (800) 786-0437 rowanoakbb.com

RVacation Campground (919) 965-5923 rvacation.us

Sanford
Americas Best Value Inn (919) 776-5121 americasbestvalue inn.com
Advertising Partner, p. 11
HOTELS/MOTELS

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Turn of the Century Victorian Bed & Breakfast (800) 250-5349 turnof thecentur ybb.com

Tartan House Bed & Breakfast (252) 826-3706 townofscotlandneck.com

Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.com Luxury Inn (919) 202-0000

Sharpsburg
Bright Leaf Motel (252) 977-1988 Budget Inn (252) 977-6817
HOTELS/MOTELS

Internet

Outdoor Pool

Indoor Pool

I -95 cor r idor

66587

67101

Get hooked on all the fun in Halifax County. Take our tour of more than 50 creative fish. Meet fine-feathered friends at Sylvan Heights, the worlds largest bird park. Embrace history in Historic Halifax, the birthplace of independence. Find outdoor adventures at Medoc Mountain, the Roanoke River and Lake Gaston.

(800) 522-4282 www.visithalifax.com

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Family Inn (252) 236-4372 Holiday Lodge Motel (252) 442-8018 Rose Motel (252) 442-6753 Starlight Motel (252) 442-2267 Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.com Holiday Inn Express Hotel (704) 480-0881 hiexpress.com Super 8 Shelby (800) 800-8000 super8.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

nc

Siler City
HOTELS/MOTELS

Jameson Inn (800) 526-3766 jamesoninns.com Sleep Inn & Suites (877) 424-6423 choicehotels.com/hotel/ nc466 Super 8 (800) 800-8000 super8.com Village Motor Lodge (800) 531-0063

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Star
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Country Hearth Inn (919) 663-2511 countr yhearthsiler cit y.com Days Inn (800) 544-8313 daysinn.com Relax Inn (919) 742-5684 relaxinnsiler.com

Covington House (910) 695-0352

Jefferson Inn (910) 692-9911 jef fersoninnsouthern pines.com Knollwood House (910) 692-9390 knollwoodhouse.com
VACATION RENTALS

The Star Hotel Bed and Breakfast Inn (800) 504-4279

State Road
VACATION RENTALS

Shelby
HOTELS/MOTELS

Affordable Suites of America (800) 333-1950 affordablesuites.com Americas Best Value Inn (888) 315-2378 americasbestvalue inn.com
Advertising Partner, p. 11

Nells FarmHouse (704) 484-2165 nellsfarmhouse.com

Siler City Motor Lodge (919) 663-2181 silercitymotel.com


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Sherrills Ford
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Snow Camp
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Sarvis Management & Real Estate Services (800) 692-4448 sar vismanagement.com Talamore Golf Resort (800) 552-6292 talamoregolfresort.com
RESORTS

Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winerys Klondike Cabins (336) 835-4230 grassycreekvineyard.com

Statesville
HOTELS/MOTELS

Days Inn (800) 329-7466 daysinn.com

Wildlife Woods Campground (704) 483-5611

Heartfriends Inn Bed and Breakfast (877) 679-0980 heartfriendsinn.com

Inn at Celebrity Dairy (877) 742-5176 celebritydairy.com

Cane Creek Campground and RV Park (336) 376-8324 canecreekcamp ground.com

Snow Hill Sims


Rock Ridge Campground (252) 291-4477 rockridgecamp groundnc.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Mid Pines Inn & Golf Club (800) 323-2114 pineneedlesmidpines.com

Affordable Corporate Suites (877) 456-3062 affordablecorporatesuite s.net/statesville.html Americas Best Value Inn (888) 315-2378 americasbestvalueinn. com /bestv.cfm?idp= 1923
Advertising Partner, p. 11

Benjamin W. Best Country Inn and Carriage House (866) 633-0229 bwbestinn.com

Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club (800) 747-7272 pineneedlesmidpines.com

Best Western (800) 780-7234 Brookwood Inn (800) 228-2800 Comfort Inn & Suites (888) 465-4329 abcinns.com

Smithfield
Americas Best Value Inn (800) 446-4656 americasbestvalue inn.com
Advertising Partner, p. 11
HOTELS/MOTELS

Southern Pines
Best Western Pinehurst Inn (800) 348-2965 gosandhillsgolf.com Days Inn (800) 262-5737 daysinnsp.com Econo Lodge & Suites (910) 692-2063 Holiday Inn Express (910) 693-2280 Microtel Inn (877) 693-3738 microtel-inn.com Residence Inn (910) 693-3400 marriott.com /fayph
HOTELS/MOTELS

Spring Lake
Gateway Inn & Suites (800) 366-4283 gatewayinn.net Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites (910) 436-1900 hiexpress.com/ springlakenc Sleep Inn & Suites (910) 436-6700 sleepinn.com /hotel / nc252 Starlite Motel (910) 497-1174 Super 8 (800) 800-8000 super8.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Smithfield Johnston County


66570

Beckys Log Cabin Motel (919) 934-1534 beckyslogcabin.com Best Western Inn (800) 428-2627 bestwestern.com /smith fieldinnnorthcarolina Comfort Inn (800) 424-6423 choicehotels.com/ hotel/nc510 Holiday Inn Express & Suites-I-95 (888) HOLIDAY hiexpress.com/hotels/ us/en/smithfield/ smaes/hoteldetail

Courtyard (800) 627-7468 marrio tt.com /ho tels/ travel/ hky sb- court yard-st atesville mooresville -lakenorman Days Inn (800) 329-7466 the.daysinn.com / statesville04772 Economy Inn (704) 873-4000 Hallmark Inn (704) 872-2781

Whether you love shopping for bargains at Carolina Premium Outlets, Civil War heritage at Bentonville, recreation at Howell Woods and Clemmons, or Hollywood glamour at the Ava Gardner Museum, Smithfield/ Johnston County is the place to visit on the I-95 corridor.

(800) 441-7829 www.johnstoncountync.org

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The Kerr House Bed and Breakfast (877) 308-0353 kerrhousebandb.com Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Thomasville
HOTELS/MOTELS

Wade
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Walnut Cove
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Whispering Pines
Country Club of Whispering Pines (800) 334-9536 countr yclubof whisperingpines.com
RESORTS

Comfort Inn (336) 472-6600

Restaurant On-site

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites (888) 465-4329 hiexpress.com Lodge Inn & Suites (704) 872-4101

KOA-I-77 (800) 562-5705 koa.com/campgrounds/ statesville Midway Campground & RV Resort (704) 546-7615 kiz.com/midway

Country Hearth Inn (888) 443-2784 countr yhearth.com Microtel Inn & Suites (888) 771-7171 thomasvillehotels.com Quality Inn & Suites (800) 424-6423 Thomasville Inn (336) 475-1327

Fayetteville KOA (800) 562-5350 koa.com/campgrounds/ fayetteville

The Old Farmhouse Inn (336) 591-7635 theoldfarmhouseinn.com Rose Cabin (336) 591-4861 thehillbillyhideaway.com
VACATION RENTALS

Wadesboro
Anson Inn (704) 694-4616 Executive Inn (704) 694-7070
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

Whitsett Warrenton
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Masters Inn (800) 633-3434 mastersinn.com/ statesvillenc Microtel (888) 771-7171 microtelinn.com Motel 6 (800) 466-8356 Quality Inn (800) 426-7866 choicehotels.com

Stoneville
Dan River Campground (336) 427-8530
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Ivy Bed & Breakfast (800) 919-9886 ivybedandbreakfast.com Magnolia Manor Plantation Bed & Breakfast (252) 257-6055 magnoliamanorbnb.com

Comfort Suites (336) 449-5161 comfor tsuites.com/ hotels /nc622

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Townsville
Steele Creek Marina Campground (252) 492-1426 steelecreekmarina.net
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The Forever Inn B&B (704) 695-1304 theforeverinn.com Sullivan Place Bed & Breakfast (704) 694-2511 sullivanplace.biz

Wilson
Affordable Suites of America (252) 234-9090 affordablesuites.com Americas Best Value Inn (800) 553-2666 americasbest valueinn.com
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Tarboro
Best Western (800) 465-4329 Comfort Inn (800) 228-5150
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Weldon
Days Inn (800) 329-7466 daysinn.com
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Ramada Inn (800) 854-9517 ramada.com Red Roof Inn (800) 843-7663 redroof.com Sleep Inn (800) 753-3746 abcinns.com/ Hotels / slinn-state.asp
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Troy
Executive Inn (910) 572-3701
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Wagram
Pine Lake RV Resort & Campground (800) 746-3505 pinelaker vresor t camp.com
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Indoor Pool

Main Street Inn (252) 823-3221 mainstreetinn.biz

New Yorker Motel (252) 536-3148 Orchard Inn (252) 536-2131


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Candlewood Suites (252) 291-9494 candlewoodsuites.com Comfort Suites (252) 265-8850 Country Inn & Suites (888) 201-1746 countr yinns.com / wilsonnc Days Inn (800) 329-7466 daysinn.com Deluxe Inn (252) 237-1178 Economy Inn of Wilson (252) 243-4133 Fairfield Inn & Suites (800) 228-2800 Hampton Inn (252) 291-0330 hamptoninn.com Hampton Inn-Downtown (800) 426-4866 hamptoninn.com

Taylorsville
Ridgecrest Suites (828) 632-7829 ridgecrestsuites.com
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The Underground House (910) 571-2890 uwharriemountain rentals.com Uwharrie Cabin Rentals (800) 516-2309 uwharriecabin rentals.com

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Outdoor Pool

Wake Forest
Candlewood Suites Wake Forest (877) 226-3539 candlewoodwf.com Hampton Inn Wake Forest (800) 426-4866 hamptoninn.com Sleep Inn Wake Forest (919) 556-4007 sleepinnwakeforest.com
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Ponderosa Campground RV Park (252) 536-4741

Clichy Inn (877) 843-9267 clichyinn.com

Apple City Bed & Breakfast (828) 635-1850 applecitybnb.tripod.com

Union Grove
Fiddlers Grove Campground (828) 478-3735 fiddlersgrove.com Linneys Mill (704) 592-2075 linneysmill.com
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Wendell
Sunset Inn Bed & Breakfast (919) 365-0353
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Westfield
Joshua Cox Inn (336) 972-7656 carolinaziplines.com Singletree Gun & Plough (336) 593-2155 singletreegunand plough.com
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Affordable accommodations, great food, history, shopping, golf, Carolina BalloonFest and other great family events all where I-77 and I-40 meet.

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Lions Gate Inn (919) 605-6753 lionsgateinn.net

(877) 531-1819 www.visitstatesville.org

Woodlake Resort & Golf Club (888) 843-5253 woodlakecc.com

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Heart of Wilson (252) 237-3124 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites-Downtown (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites-I-95 (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com Jameson Inn (800) 526-3766 jamesoninn.com Kenwood Court Motel (252) 243-2194 Microtel Inn (252) 234-0444 microtelinn.com Quality Inn (800) 228-5150 choicehotels.com Relax Inn (252) 243-8437 Sleep Inn (800) 424-6423 Super 8 (252) 237-8700 Village Motor Lodge (252) 243-3331 Wayside Motel (252) 281-1995
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Comfort Suites (800) 424-6423 winstonsalem lodging.com Courtyard-Hanes Mall (800) 321-2211 marriott.com /instr Courtyard-University (800) 321-2211 marriott.com /intcy Crossland Economy Suites (336) 759-7780 extendedstayhotels.com Days Inn-Hanes Mall (800) 329-7466 daysinn.com/winston salem06615.com Days Inn-North (800) 329-7466 daysinn.com/hotel/ 04539 Embassy Suites Hotel (800) 362-2779 twincityquar ter.com Extended Stay America (336) 768-0075 extendedstay.com Fairfield Inn & Suites-Hanes Mall (800) 228-2800 marriott.com /intfi Graylyn International Conference Center (800) 472-9596 graylyn.com Green Valley Motel (336) 767-2900 Hampton Inn & Suites-University Area (800) 426-7866 winstonsalemuniversit y areasuites.hampton inn.com Hampton Inn-Hanes Mall (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.com The Hawthorne Inn & Conference Center (877) 777-3099 haw thorneinn.com Hilton Garden Inn-Hanes Mall (877) 782-9444 winstonsalem.hgi.com

Winston-Salem
The Historic Brookstown Inn (800) 845-4262 brookstowninn.com Holiday Inn (800) 465-4329 hiselect.com / winstonsalem Holiday Inn Express (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com Holiday Inn Express-Downtown West (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/winston nc Innkeeper (800) 466-5337 dalysevenhotels.com La Quinta Inn & Suites (800) 531-5900 lq.com Marriott Hotel (877) 888-9763 twincityquar ter.com Microtel Inn (800) 771-7171 winstonsaleminn.com Motel Six (800) 466-8356 Quality Inn & Suites-Hanes Mall (800) 424-6423 choicehotels.com/hotel/ NC546 Quality Inn-Coliseum (800) 421-0121 qualit yinnws.com Quality Inn-University (336) 767-9009 qualit yinn.com Residence Inn (336) 759-0777 marriott.com /intup Royal Inn (336) 721-0061 Sleep Inn-Hanes Mall (800) 424-6423 choicehotels.com/hotel/ nc271 Springhill Suites by Marriott (888) 236-2427 marrio tt.com /in tsh Travelers Inn (336) 377-9131 Wingate (800) 228-1000 wingatewinston salem.com
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Yadkinville
HOTELS/MOTELS

Boxwood Motel (336) 679-8001

Days Inn of Yadkinville (336) 679-5000 daysinnyadkinville.com


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Kampers Lodge (252) 237-0905 kamperslodge @ earthlink.net

Vintage Inn Bed and Breakfast (866) 219-0696 vintageinnbedand breakfast.com

WinstonSalem
Budget Inn (336) 725-0501
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Augustus T. Zevely Inn Bed & Breakfast (800) 928-9299 winston-salem-inn.com

Yanceyville
Days Inn (800) 329-7466
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Clarion Collection Sundance Plaza Hotel & Spa (877) 499-7629 staysundance.com Comfort Inn University (800) 424-6423 choicehotels.com

Henry F. Shaffner House (336) 777-0052 shaffnerhouse.com Summit Street Bed & Breakfast Inns (336) 777-1887 bbinn.com

Zebulon
Cabin Farm (919) 496-7193 cabinfarm.com
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Head out from Hatteras Harbor to catch marlin, sailfish, tuna, dolphin and wahoo, or just come down to watch the boats unload their catches.

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The following list of attractions in the Coast region is arranged alphabetically by city. You may find more detailed information on any of these attractions online at visitnc.com or the individual attractions website. An index to attractions is on page 162.

Regional Attractions
acres of wetland habitats and a wide variety of wildlife, including alligators, black bears and red wolves. Hiking and wildlife trails, plus observation platforms to view the varied plant species. fws.gov/alligatorriver (252) 473-2111. As the first national seashore in the country, CHNS preserves and protects 75 miles along North Carolinas Outer Banks. The national park includes Cape Hatteras Lighthouse and visitors centers at Buxton (year round), Bodie Island and Ocracoke (seasonal). Free; fee for camping. nps.gov/caha

Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge, (252) 473-1131. More than 150,000

of brick and stone, was intermittently garrisoned before being seized by Confederate troops in 1861 at the outbreak of the Civil War. During the Reconstruction Era, it was used as a prison. Fort Macon was regarrisoned for the SpanishAmerican War and during World War II. Tours daily except Christmas Day. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/foma/main.php

Rachel Carson Estuarine Reserve,


101 Pivers Island Rd., (252) 838-0883. These islands provide nesting for a great variety of shorebirds and an ecosystem that is home to clams, whelks, fish, fiddler crabs and other creatures that are critical to the food web. It is also home to wild horses. Accessible only by private boat or ferry. nccoastalreserve.net

Cape Hatteras National Seashore,

Aurora
Aurora Fossil Museum, 400 Main St.,
(252) 322-4238. Discover prehistoric man, ocean life 15 million or more years ago and geological formations. The museum boasts a large collection of fossils from the nearby PCS Phosphate mine and allows visitors to see fossilized bones, teeth, shells and coral. aurorafossilmuseum.com

Cape Lookout National Seashore, (252) 728-2250. Consists of three undeveloped barrier islands covering 55 miles. Activities include fishing, swimming, birding, boating, windsurfing, kayaking and shelling. Cape Lookout Lighthouse is located on South Core Banks and is accessible by public ferry or private boat. nps.gov/calo Croatan National Forest, (252) 638-5628. This coastal national forest contains 159,000 acres of estuary, hardwood forest, longleaf pine and pocosin. Recreation areas for camping, picnicking, swimming, canoeing, hiking and wildlife observation. Fishing and hunting. vstnc.co/cnf Historic Albemarle Tour, (800) 734-1117. Selfpaced, self-guided driving trail takes the traveler through 400 years of American history, culture and the environment of 17 coastal North Carolina counties. Easily identifiable brown and white signs throughout the region invite visitors to follow in the footsteps of pilgrims and pirates, soldiers and slaves, sea captains and Colonists at the 27 sites on the trail. historicalbemarletour.org

Shackleford Banks Wild Horses, Foundation For Shackleford Horses, 306 Golden Farm Rd.. Come see the legendary banker ponies who have roamed free on our islands for more than 400 years. The herd numbers more than 200 horses that are the only inhabitants of this southernmost of the Outer Banks barrier island chain. Ferry services operate daily to take passengers to view the horses. shacklefordhorses.org

Bald Head Island


Old Baldy Lighthouse & Smith Island Museum, 101 Lighthouse Wynd, (910) 457-7481.
For nearly 200 years, North Carolinas oldest standing lighthouse has marked the mouth of the historic Cape Fear River. Smith Museum is housed in a replica of 1850s lighthouse keepers cottage. oldbaldy.org

Belhaven
Belhaven Memorial Museum, 211 E. Main St., (252) 943-6817. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this museum includes 30,000 buttons, dressed-flea wedding couple, antique dolls and toys, war artifacts, old money, furniture, farm tools, period fashions and technological antiquities from around the world.

Bath
Historic Bath State Historic Site, 207 Carteret St., (252) 923-3971. Incorporated in 1705, Bath is the oldest town in North Carolina. Features Palmer-Marsh House (c.1751), a furnished Colonial home of a wealthy official; Bonner House (c.1830), furnished home of a Bath planter; and Van Der Veer House (c.1790), self-guided museum of the town of Bath. Guided tours begin each hour from the visitor center, and a free 15-minute orientation video is offered. nchistoricsites.org/bath

Boiling Spring Lakes


Boiling Spring Lakes Preserve,
NC Hwy. 87, (910) 395-5000. Located on more than 6,000 acres, this preserve includes a bounty of rare flora and fauna, including the endangered red-cockaded woodpecker and more than 400 vascular plant species, including the rare Venus Flytrap. Walk through a portion of the fragile acres on the nature trail. ncbrunswick.com/activity/boiling-springlakes-preserve-mainland.aspx

Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge,

(252) 987-1118. Located between Oregon Inlet and Rodanthe, the 6,000-acre refuge is a haven for more than 365 species of birds. Observation platforms, bird walks, programs and life-saving station kiosk. fws.gov/peaisland (252) 796-3004. Covers more than 110,000 acres in Washington, Hyde and Tyrrell counties. The refuge includes portions of the Scuppernong and Alligator rivers. Visitors may observe a variety of wildlife, birds, natural vegetation and beauty. Begin your visit at the Walter B. Jones Sr. Visitor Center. fws.gov/pocosinlakes

Beaufort
Beaufort Historic Site, Turner St.,
(800) 575-7483. Tour beautifully restored historic homes interpreted in period style, the old jail, the oldest wood-framed courthouse in the state, an apothecary shop and the Old Burying Ground. Hear costumed guides tell stories of pirates, sea captains, star-crossed lovers and Confederate spies. beauforthistoricsite.org

Burgaw
Bannerman Vineyard, 2624 Stag Park Rd.,
(910) 259-5474. We grow six different varieties of native North Carolina Muscadine grapes. Enjoy our sweet and semisweet White Oak blend wines. We welcome you to our tasting room to sample wines, meet our staff and enjoy our wonderful vineyard. bannermanvineyard.com

Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge,

Atlantic Beach
Fort Macon State Park, (252) 726-3775. Built
between 1826 and 1834 to guard the entrance to Beaufort Harbor, this five-sided fort, constructed

North Carolina Maritime Museum, 315 Front St., (252) 728-7317. Preserves and interprets all aspects of the states rich maritime heritage through educational exhibits and programs. Tour the Blackbeards Queen Annes Revenge 1718 exhibit, which showcases artifacts recovered from the flagship of the worlds most notorious pirate. ncmaritimemuseum.org

Blackwater Kayaking Charters, 30 Bell Williams Rd., (910) 231-0847. Travel the Black and northeast Cape Fear rivers with family and friends on expertly guided tours. Build memories to last a lifetime. blackwaterkayakcharters.com

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Burgaw Train Depot, 115 S. Dickerson St., (910) 259-9817. Come take a tour of whats believed to be the oldest train depot in the state, dating back to 1850. Recently renovated, the depot also contains the Transportation Museum, along with special exhibits. burgawchamber.com

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Columbia on the Scuppernong, 103 Main St., (252) 796-2781. This 35-acre district consists of a collection of buildings dating from the 19th century to World War I. Architecture styles range from Victorian to Craftsman, Tudor Revival to Romanesque. Self-guided tour. Columbia Theater Cultural Resources Center, 304 Main St., (252) 796-1000. A

Creswell
Pettigrew State Park, 2252 Lake Shore Rd., (252) 797-4475. An anglers paradise, this park is the home of Lake Phelps, a 16,600-acre natural lake, a virgin forest and recreational facilities, including a family campground, group camping, trails, picnic areas, boat ramp, exhibits, fishing pier and play fields. Ideal for shallow-draft sailboats, canoeing and windsurfing. View displays of prehistoric American Indian culture in the exhibit hall. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/pett/main.php Somerset Place State Historic Site, 2572 Lake Shore Rd., (252) 797-4560. This antebellum plantation offers an insightful view of life before the Civil War. During its existence (1785-1865), it encompassed 100,000 acres as one of North Carolinas most prosperous, and was home to more than 300 slaves. nchistoricsites.org/somerset

Buxton
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, 46375 Lighthouse Rd., (252) 995-4474. The tallest brick lighthouse in North America was used to provide a navigational bearing, enabling ships to avoid the treacherous and shifting Diamond Shoals. Open for climbing the third Friday in April through Columbus Day (early October). nps.gov/caha

combination of environmental education and local history awaits you in this renovated movie palace. We have artifacts from fishing, forestry and farming in the Albemarle Sound region, and animatronic Hunter Jim will tell you about hunting traditions in The Sounds. partnershipforthesounds.org

Camden
Camden County Heritage Museum,
117 N. NC Hwy. 343, (877) 771-8333. Housed in the former Camden County jail (c.1910), the museum is a well-preserved reminder of local methods of incarceration at the turn of the century and also documents the history of Camden County with changing exhibits. dismalswampwelcomecenter.com

Scuppernong River Interpretive Trail, 205 S. Ludington Dr., (252) 796-3004. A 3/4-mile loop through a pristine hardwood swamp forest along the Scuppernong River. Interpretive signs explain the workings of the blackwater swamp ecosystem and encourage visitors to look, listen and learn while they stroll through natures garden. fws.gov/pocosinlakes Vineyards on the Scuppernong, 117 S. Elm St., (252) 796-4727. Come visit us in our tasting room and experience for yourself how varied the wines from this grape can be. Our tasting room is in a lovingly restored municipal building on the banks of the beautiful Scuppernong River the perfect setting for a taste of the wines that are so much a part of the history of the region. vineyardsonthescuppernong.com

Currie
Moores Creek National Battlefield, 40 Patriots Hall Dr., (910) 283-5591. Site of one of the first battles in the South of the Revolutionary War and the first patriot victory of the war. Museum, audiovisual program, selfguided history and nature trails, and picnic area. nps.gov/mocr

Carolina Beach
Carolina Beach State Park,
1010 State Park, (910) 458-8206. Spot the rare Venus Flytrap and other species of plants. Wind your way through habitats along intriguing trails, or enjoy fishing and boating. Covers 712 acres with 5 miles of hiking trails, boat ramps, slips and fuel dock. Campsites, picnic areas, group camping. Free; fee for camping, ramps and slips. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/cabe/main.php

Currituck
Historic Currituck Settlement, Currituck
Rd., (252) 223-2708. Includes the Jacobean Jail, the oldest standing jail in North Carolina (1790), and the Currituck Courthouse (1723). The Currituck Sound Ferry leaves the mainland for Knotts Island six times per day, seven days a week.

Corolla
Currituck Beach Lighthouse,
1101 Corolla Village Rd., (252) 453-4939. First illuminated on Dec. 1, 1875. More than 1 million red bricks were used to build this lighthouse. Visitors can climb the 214 steps to get a breathtaking view of the ocean and sound. currituckbeachlight.com

Dublin
Lu Mill Vineyards, 474 Suggs-Taylor Rd., (800) 545-2293. Bladen Blush, Cape Owen Red, Taylor Divine and Merry Christmas, plus alcohol-free wines. In addition to our wines, products include Muscadine grapes, blackberries and blueberries. We also have pond fishing, farm tours and an antique museum. lumilvineyard.com

Caswell Beach
Oak Island Lighthouse, 300-A Caswell
Beach Rd., (910) 278-1328. The lights are 169 feet above the water, as reported on nautical charts, and can be seen for 24 nautical miles. The actual structure is 153 feet tall, but it stands on a slight rise. There is no spiral staircase as found in most older lighthouses, but instead a series of ship ladders with a total of 131 steps to the gallery level. Tours to the top of the lighthouse are available all year by appointment, which can be made through the website. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, tours to the second level only are available from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays. oakislandlighthouse.org

Segway of the Outer Banks, 107-C Corolla Light Town Center, (252) 453-0877. Go off-road with a fat-tire Segway XT on our Mustang Trail Ride. segs-onthebeach.com Whalehead Club, currituck heritage Park, 1100 club dr., (252) 453-9040. this unique home, built in the 1920s, has been beautifully restored to its original grandeur. Inside the museum, see tiffany lighting, majorelle furnishings and unique art nouveau custom detailing throughout the house. whaleheadclub.org Wild Horse Museum, Historic Corolla
Village, 1129 Corolla Village Rd., (252) 453-8002. Our friendly staff provides free information about the areas historic and wild Spanish Mustangs. Includes touch exhibits for children, a wall-sized aerial map of the horses range and video displays. corollawildhorses.com

Edenton
Chowan Arts Council Gallery,
504 S. Broad St., (252) 482-8005. Enjoy rotating exhibits throughout the year by local, state and regional artists, along with an extensive gallery featuring handmade jewelry, pottery and artwork. chowanarts.com 1104 W. Queen St., (252) 482-4118. Enjoy an aquarium and exhibits. Walking trails and ponds in back are accessible for visitors. fws.gov/edenton

Edenton National Fish Hatchery,

Cedar Island
Lola Road at NC Hwy. 12, (252) 926-4021. Approximately 11,000 acres of irregularly flooded brackish marsh and 3,480 acres of woodlands. Provides habitat and protection for several endangered species and migratory fowl. fws.gov/cedarisland

Cedar Island National Wildlife Refuge,

1886 Roanoke River Lighthouse,

W. Water St., (252) 482-2637. One of the last screwpile lighthouses of its kind in the country. This historic lighthouse, over Edenton Bay, offers a complete look at life on the water from a lightkeepers perspective. edentonlighthouse.org

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Historic Edenton State Historic Site, Episcopal Cemetery, 507 E. Ehringhaus St.,
(252) 335-0346. Contains an important collection of gravestones and cast-iron fences that illustrates funerary traditions of the 19th and early 20th centuries. Although the oldest date on a headstone is 1724, the cemetery was officially founded in 1828. to waterproof ships. Talking Tree trail, picnic shelter and restroom. Education programs by request. ncesf.org/TCESF/home.htm

108 N. Broad St., (252) 482-2637. North Carolinas second oldest town and first Colonial capital, Edenton was incorporated in 1722. Today, it retains an extensive historic district with architectural styles spanning the 18th, 19th and early 20th centuries. Guided daily walking tours from the visitors center include historic sites such as St. Pauls Episcopal Church (c.1736), Cupola House (c.1758), Barker House (c.1782), 1767 Chowan County Courthouse and James Iredell House (c.1773). Trolley tours cover a larger area of the historic district. Visitors center features exhibits and an audiovisual program. edenton.nchistoricsites.org

Engelhard
Historic Lake Landing, US 264, (252) 926-9171.
A driving tour of the historic district covers 13,400 acres in eastern Hyde County. This agricultural district represents a superior example of surviving rural architectural heritage. hydecountychamber.org

Museum of the Albemarle, 501 S. Water


St., (252) 335-1453. Contains exhibits and facilities enabling visitors to experience the cultural history of 13 counties in northeastern North Carolina. museumofthealbemarle.com

Port Discover, 613 E. Main St., (252) 338-6117.


Hands-on science center for kids and their families to explore and interact with the science around them. portdiscover.org

Fairfield
is made to order for the endurance canoeist who wishes to test himself. This beautiful stream winds through brackish marshes with picturesque snags left from a former forest and is composed of three sections. hydecountychamber.org

St., (252) 482-2637. Burial ground of prominent, free blacks and military people from the late 18th and 19th centuries.

Providence Burial Ground, W. Albemarle

Weeksville Vineyards & Cellars,


1630 Salem Church Rd., (252) 330-2622. Enjoy the rustic charm of a gently restored 1930s-era farmhouse. This unique combination of vineyards, wine-tasting room and calm quiet of the country will transport you back to a bygone year. weeksvillevineyards.com

Alligator River Canoe and Small Boat Trail, Hwy. 94, (888) 493-3826. This 21-mile trail

Edward
Bennett Vineyards, 6832 Old Sandhill Rd., (877) 762-9463. Lying on a parcel of Colonial grant land, our wine is made in barrels in a converted tobacco barn using recipes and techniques that emulate those of the earliest Colonists. Tours and tastings available. bennettvineyard.com

Elizabethtown
Jones Lake State Park, 113 Jones Lake Dr.,
(910) 588-4550. The lake is one of the few remaining Carolina bay lakes, the origin of which has been a subject of speculation and debate. Camping, boating, picnic area, hiking, swimming and fishing with North Carolina license. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/jone/main.php

Farmville
May Museum and Park, 3802 S. Main St., (252) 753-6725. Located in an 1870s home, which is on the National Register of Historic Places, in the historic district, the museum chronicles the cultural and commercial heritage of Farmville and western Pitt County from Colonial times to the present. The museum interprets the areas history through both permanent exhibits and changing special programs, and is home to an extensive collection of 19th- and early 20th-century quilts, which are displayed on a rotating basis. maymuseum.org

Elizabeth City
Arts of the Albemarle, 516 E. Main St., (252) 338-6455. The gallery showcases and promotes fine art and traditional crafts of both regional and local artists and artisans. Featuring rotating shows and regional competitions. artsofthealbemarle.com

Turnbull Creek Educational State Forest, 4506 NC 242 N., (910) 588-4161.
Covers 890 acres of managed forest. Authentic turpentine still, naval store, saps and tar used

Frisco
(252) 995-4440. Features a nationally recognized collection of American Indian artifacts and exhibits. Includes educational displays, special films, live exhibits and a nature trail winding through a beautiful maritime forest. Trail for visually impaired persons, too. nativeamericanmuseum.org

Frisco Native American Museum & Natural History Center, 53536 NC Hwy. 12,

Gatesville
Merchants Millpond State Park,
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Civil War battle cries and secret whispers of underground slaves are woven through the fabric of this land. Nature still abounds in this friendly, homegrown community where hospitality is a well-watered crop. Bird Bike Paddle Hike Take in the Sights!

Theres a reason were called the Harbor of Hospitality. Walk in the footsteps of history. Revel in the discovery of art. Paddle your kayak on the water. Theres so much to see and do in Elizabeth City.

176 Millpond Rd., (252) 357-1191. Discover one of North Carolinas rarest ecological communities. Massive cypress and gum trees covered with Spanish moss form a canopy for the dark waters of the millpond, which is a wilderness sanctuary for wetland wildlife. Paddle quietly through the pond and creek, and encounter beavers, otters, owls and others. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/memi/main.php

Grantsboro
Pamlico County Heritage Center, 10642 NC Hwy. 55 E., (252) 745-2239. Changing exhibits feature handcrafted farm, woodlands and marine implements, equipment, modes of transportation and heavy machinery representative of rural eastern North Carolina during the 19th and 20th centuries. pamlicochamber.com/home/index.php

(877) 771-8333 www.dismalswampwelcomecenter.com

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Greenville Museum of Art,
802 S. Evans St., (252) 758-1946. The museum houses an impressive collection of 20th-century American art and the largest permanent display of Jugtown Pottery in eastern North Carolina. Contemporary works by North Carolina artists and exhibits of national, regional and local importance. gmoa.org

Pitt County Arboretum, 403 Government Cir., Ste. 2, (252) 902-1700. Herb, container, mixed border, perennial border, vegetable, fire hydrant and rose gardens, plus certified plant professional collection and more. Walter L. Stasavich Science & Nature Center, 1000 Mumford Rd., (252) 329-4562.
Exhibits include a 10,000-gallon freshwater aquarium, a touch tank, live animal exhibits, the North American Wildlife diorama, shell display and the Waterfowl of the Atlantic Flyway exhibit. greenvillenc.gov

Grifton
Catechna Indian Village, 420 Creek Shore
Dr., (252) 524-5168. Demonstrations on historic pottery techniques, such as coil pottery, and the canoe-building techniques performed by American Indians in the past.

Nags head Golf links

Hatteras
Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum,
59200 Museum Dr., (252) 986-2995. Dedicated to preserving and interpreting the rich maritime history of the Outer Banks and the 1,000 known shipwrecks that rest off this coast. Learn of shipwrecks related to exploration, transportation and commerce. The popular shipping lanes off the Outer Banks made piracy and warfare an integral aspect of the regions maritime history. graveyardoftheatlantic.com

(252) 426-7567. While a replica, this doublemasted, 30-foot boat is the only known example of the most common Colonial workboats from the period. newboldwhitehouse.com

Periauger: An 18th Century Sailing Vessel, Hertford Municipal Park, Grubb St.,

Hamilton
Fort Branch, 2883 Fort Branch Rd.,
(800) 776-8566. This well-preserved, starshaped, Confederate earthen fort on Rainbow Banks overlooks the Roanoke River. Annual battle reenactment the first weekend in November. Seven of the original cannons on display. fortbranchcivilwarsite.com

Jacksonville
Lejeune Memorial Gardens, Camp
Johnson gate entrance, Johnson Blvd., NC Hwy. 24, (910) 938-5328. Set in a wooded site with beautiful landscaping, this is a fitting tribute to our military men and women who answer the call every day without regard to personal safety. A solemn tribute to 273 Marines who gave the last full measure of devotion in Lebanon and Grenada on Oct. 23, 1983. The 9/11 World Trade Center Beam is here, too.

Havelock
US Marine Corps Aviation Exhibit,
201 Tourist Center Dr., (252) 444-4348. Five restored aircraft, scaled models depicting the aircraft lineage of the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing at Cherry Point from its inception in 1942. Historic photographs and artifacts all combine to showcase the USMCs aviation history. cityofhavelock.com

Roanoke River Paddle Trail, Main St., (252) 792-0070. An emerging destination in northeast North Carolina, the Lower Roanoke River and its tributaries offer a unique wilderness experience for kayakers and canoeists. Meandering through the Coastal plain to the Atlantic Ocean, the Roanoke spreads out through the largest intact bottomland hardwood swamp forest east of the Mississippi River. roanokeriverpartners.org

Lynnwood Park Zoo, 1071 Wells Rd.,

Hertford
118 W. Market St., (252) 426-3548. Self-guided walking tour of this picturesque town takes you by exquisite waterfront homes, boardwalks and piers, and the historic 1825 Perquimans County Courthouse. Jim Catfish Hunter Baseball Museum. historichertfordinc.org

(910) 938-5848. This beautifully landscaped 10-acre park is home to mammals, birds and reptiles. Visitors enjoy a leisurely stroll on walkways that weave between exhibits. Children have a hands-on opportunity. lynnwoodparkzoo.com

Historic District Hertford,

Harkers Island
(252) 728-2250. Built in 1859, the lighthouse also has a Light Station Visitor Center and Keepers Quarters Museum. The regular season for climbing is mid-May through mid-September, but please check the website. nps.gov/calo

Montford Point Museum, Bldg. M101 Camp Johnson, (910) 450-1340. Depicts the history of Camp Johnson (formerly known as Montford Point) as the training facility for black Marines from 1942-1949. montfordpointmarines.com 30 Acres and a Mule Farm, 125 McGowan Rd.
(910) 324-4499. Fun, adventure and a little education for all ages. We have farm animals, gem mining, picnic/play area, hayrides and tours at our little Western town, Old Mule City. 30acremule.com

Cape Lookout Lighthouse, 131 Charles St.,

Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center, 1785 Island Rd.,

Rd., (252) 426-7567. Dating to 1730, the house is authentically restored and features period furnishings for a Colonial Quaker family. Seasonal herb garden, museum shop and picnic grounds. newboldwhitehouse.com

Newbold-White House: A Colonial Quaker Homestead, 151 Newbold White

Jarvisburg
Sanctuary Vineyards, 6957 Caratoke Hwy.,
(252) 491-2387. Our vineyards are greeted by brilliant sunrises and kissed by ocean breezes. Guided tours of our vineyard are available in season; self-guided tours available in the offseason when the vines are dormant. Tasting room located in the nearby Cotton Gin. sanctuaryvineyards.com

(252) 728-1500. Celebrate the living traditions of decoy carving, boat building and commercial fishing through the documentation and preservation of this Down East communitys cultural history. coresound.com

Old Neck Rural Historic District, Old Neck


and New Hope Rds., (252) 426-7567. Features beautiful, historic plantation homes in the countys traditional agricultural setting. Included on the tour are Lands End (c.1835), FletcherSkinner-Nixon House (c.1815), Cove Grove (c.1830) and Stockton (c.1840). perquimans.com

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Kenansville
Cowan Museum, 411 S. Main St.,
(910) 296-2149. More than 2,000 artifacts reflecting the heritage of rural North Carolina include 18th- and 19th-century farming and household items. One-room log schoolhouse, log tobacco barn, one-room furnished log cabin and blacksmith shop on the grounds. cowanmuseum.com

Harmony Hall, 109 E. King St.,


(252) 522-0421. One of the oldest homes in Lenoir County, tastefully restored with authentic 18th-century furnishings. Built in 1772, once the home of Gov. Richard Caswell. harmonyhallkinston.com

Manteo
Elizabethan Gardens, 1411 National Park
Dr., (252) 473-3234. A living memorial to the English Colonists who came to America in 1584-1587. Designed by the renowned firm of Innocenti and Webel, it contains elements of 16th-century statuary, indigenous plants and herbs. elizabethangardens.org

Neuseway Nature Preserve,


401-403 W. Caswell St., (252) 939-3367. In addition to the planetarium, the Health & Science Museum features hands-on health and science exhibits and programs. At the Exchange Nature Center, get your hands wet investigating our salt-water touch tank and explore numerous exhibits of plants and animals indigenous to North Carolina. At the park, enjoy camping, hiking, fishing, biking, picnicking and canoeing. neusewaypark.com

141 Rutledge Rd., (910) 296-2175. More than 25 homes and buildings that are predominately 19th-century examples of Greek Revival architecture.

Historic District Kenansville,

Fort Raleigh National Historic Site,

Liberty Hall Plantation, 409 S. Main St.,


(910) 296-2175. Restored 11-room Southern plantation of the 1800s includes 12 outbuildings, Visitors Center Exhibit Hall, herb and rose gardens. libertyhallnc.org

1401 National Park Dr., (252) 473-5772. The first English attempts at colonization in the New World (1585-1587) are commemorated here. Also includes the preservation of American Indian culture, the American Civil War and the Freedmans Colony. nps.gov/fora 1409 National Park Dr., (800) 488-5012. Americas longest-running outdoor drama portrays the fascinating story of about 120 men, women and children as they attempted to make a new home in an untamed land and then disappeared without a trace a story that has remained one of historys greatest mysteries for more than 400 years. Summer performances Mon.-Sat. thelostcolony.org

The Lost Colony Outdoor Drama,

Knotts Island
Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge, 316 Marsh Causeway, (877) 287-7488.
More than 8,600 acres in the northeastern part of Currituck County. Visitors center is in the Kitchen Tract Hunt Club. Twenty miles of canals and creeks. Open for walking, biking, fishing and wildlife observation. fws.gov/mackayisland

Kill Devil Hills


Nags Head Woods Ecological Preserve,
701 W. Ocean Acres Dr., (252) 441-2525. A 1,400-acre maritime forest with more than 5 miles of hiking trails, plus a visitors center and gift shop.

Wright Brothers National Memorial,

Martin Vineyards, 213 Martin Farm Ln.,


(800) 810-1642. Sample native North Carolina Muscadine wines, made with a variety of red and white grapes. Pick your own seasonal peaches, apples or grapes. martinvineyards.com

800 Colington Rd., (252) 441-7430. Site of the worlds first controlled-powered flights by the Wright brothers on Dec. 17, 1903. Museum exhibits, reproduction of the 1903 airplane and 1902 glider. Monument to the Wright brothers, reproduction of living quarters and hangar. nps.gov/wrbr

Experience the waters of the Outer Banks as you explore the 285,000-gallon Graveyard of the Atlantic exhibit, Wetlands on the Edge, saltwater gallery and our interactive exhibit, Oceans Revealed: Power of the Planet. ncaquariums.com

North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island, 374 Airport Rd., (866) 332-3475.

Kure Beach
Fort Fisher State Historic Site,
1610 Fort Fisher Blvd. S., (910) 458-5538. At the dawn of the Civil War, the Confederacy constructed what was to become the largest and one of the most important earthwork fortifications in the South. Approximately 10 percent of Fort Fisher remains, along with a restored palisade fence. The visitor center offers interpretive exhibits and an audiovisual presentation. nchistoricsites.org/fisher

Kinston
Ave., (252) 208-3780. Portrays institutional life from the early 1900s to the present through a collection of historical information and artifacts. These displays tell the Caswell story and relate the center to its place in the history of Kinston, Lenoir County and the state. caswellcenter.org

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center, 98 NC Hwy. 12, (800) 272-5199. Come see the variety of boats at the home of the largest and most modern fishing fleet on the Eastern Seaboard. We offer a comprehensive fishing experience for the old salt or the vacationing fisherman. oregon-inlet.com Advertising Partner, p. 146 Roanoke Island Festival Park, One Festival Park, (252) 475-1506. A 25-acre site rich with visitor activities celebrating history, education and the arts. Hop aboard the states own 16th-century representative sailing vessel, the Elizabeth II. roanokeisland.com Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse,
Queen Elizabeth St., (252) 475-1750. This reconstructed lighthouse contains exhibits highlighting Roanoke Islands maritime heritage, including a history of the Marshes Lighthouse and its keepers. The original screwpile lighthouse aided mariners in Croatan Sound. outerbanks.org/attractions/historical_ sites/roanoke_marshes_lighthouse.asp

Caswell Center Museum, 2415 W. Vernon

Caswell No. 1 Fire Station Museum,

Fort Fisher State Recreation Area,


1000 Loggerhead Rd., (910) 458-5798. Four miles and 288 acres of undeveloped beach. Nesting area for loggerhead sea turtles and water birds. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/fofi/main.php

118 S. Queen St., (252) 939-0171. A 1922 LaFrance Pumper is the focus of the museum, along with a collection of helmets, nozzles, ladders, fire extinguishers and other memorabilia that span a 100-year period.

CSS Neuse II, 118 W. Gordon St., (252) 560-2150. The only full-scale Civil War replica in the world. Step aboard the CSS Neuse II and experience the life of a Civil War sailor. cssneuseii.org CSS Neuse Interpretative Museum, 100 N. Queen St., (252) 522-2107. Artifacts from the CSS Neuse ironclad, located just one block from the full-size replica of the Neuse II. Cut-out scale model for birds eye view of the inside. visitkinston.com Governor Richard Caswell Memorial,
2612 W. Vernon Ave., (252) 522-2091. Resting on the banks of the Neuse River, the selfguided museum tells stories that span two American wars and depict the life and career of North Carolinas first elected governor. nchistoricsites.org/neuse

North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher, 900 Loggerhead Rd., (866) 301-3476.
This 93,000-square-foot beachfront aquarium showcases diverse aquatic environments and wildlife from the Cape Fear River, swamps, estuaries, beaches and ocean. Experience a freshwater conservatory, touchpools and large ocean tank with daily dive shows. ncaquariums.com

Morehead City
The History Place, 1008 Arendell St.,
(252) 247-7533. Displays a widely varied collection reflecting the cultural history of North Carolinas coast, from its indigenous American Indians through World War II. The research library offers a broad Civil War collection and genealogy research materials. thehistoryplace.org

Lake Waccamaw
Lake Waccamaw State Park, 1866 State Park Dr., (910) 646-4748. One of the most unique bodies of water in the world with animals found nowhere else on earth, rare plants and endangered animals. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/lawa/main.php

Olympic Dive Center, 713 Shepard St., (252) 726-9432. Wreck diving at its finest, a great variety of dive experiences on the varied wrecks of North Carolinas Crystal Coast. olympusdiving.com

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Murfreesboro
Brady C. Jefcoat Museum of Americana, High St., (252) 398-5922.
Features the worlds largest collection of washing machines, flat irons, dairy equipment and music boxes. This extensive collection contains thousands of artifacts and Americana. murfreesboronc.org

Jockeys Ridge State Park, W. Carolista Dr.,


(252) 441-7132. Rising 110 feet, this is the tallest active sand dune on the East Coast. Hiking, hang gliding, kite flying and sunset watching over Roanoke Sound. jockeysridgestatepark.com

Tanger Outlet Center, MP 16, Bypass, (252) 441-5634. Here youll find your favorite designers. Shipping and special orders available at many stores.

Historic District Murfreesboro,


116 E. Main St., (252) 398-5922. Twelve-block historic district, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Guided tour headquarters at Roberts-Vaughan Village Center (c.1790). murfreesboronc.org

New Bern
Birthplace of Pepsi, 256 Middle St.,
(252) 636-5898. On this spot in his pharmacy, Caleb Bradham invented Brads Drink, which later he patented as Pepsi-Cola. Today, you can relax and enjoy a Pepsi-Cola at the re-created soda fountain. pepsistore.com

Tryon Palace, 529 S. Front St., (800) 767-1560. The 18th-century residence of the governor of the Colony and state of North Carolina. Interactive, multiperson games and hands-on exhibits delight visitors young and old at the North Carolina History Center, while guided tours, live reenactments and conversations with costumed interpreters bring history to life in vivid detail at the Governors Palace, gardens and historic homes. tryonpalace.org

Newport
Lake Road Winery, 1120 Lake Rd.,
(252) 622-0930. Our comfortable and charming space is the perfect place to sample some of the best wines coastal North Carolina has to offer. lakeroadwinery.com

Nags Head
Bodie Island Lighthouse, NC 12,
(252) 441-5711. Rising 159 feet above sea level, the base of the tower is open seasonally, along with restored Double Keepers Quarters, which contains lighthouse exhibits and a book shop. nps.gov/caha

New Bern Firemens Museum,


408 Hancock St., (252) 636-4087. This building houses steam pumpers and an extensive collection of early firefighting equipment, rare photographs and Civil War relics. newbernmuseums.com

Oak Island
Oak Island Nature Center, 52nd St. N.E.
& E. Yacht Dr., (910) 278-5518. We offer live animal exhibits, as well as other nature exhibits and programs. The grounds around the center have trails with Talking Trees and walkways to the water, plus a walkway that spans the Intracoastal Waterway. oakislandnc.com/ Recreation/nature_center.htm

Jennettes Pier, 7223 S. Virginia Dare Trail,


MP 16.5, (252) 255-1501. Originally built in 1939, this is the oldest fishing pier on the Outer Banks. In addition to the restored pier, we feature educational programs, alternative energy demonstrations, live animal exhibits, a snack bar and tackle shop. Great family fun and good fishing, too. jennettespier.net

New Bern Historic Trolley Tour, 333 Middle St., (800) 849-7316. Discover three centuries of history and architectural beauty in a comprehensive 90-minute trolley tour of historic downtown New Bern. Our professional guides will entertain you with fascinating details, historical narratives and true stories of this former royal capital. newberntours.com

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Ocean Isle Beach


Museum of Coastal Carolina,
21 E. Second St., (910) 579-1016. A natural history museum with a touch tank of live sea animals, numerous exhibits and natural habitat settings, including the Swamp, the Reef and Waterfowl. museumplanetarium.org (910) 287-2800. We combine our passion for fine wine with a deep desire to share good wines with friends and guests. We want to invite you to share the things we love most: the beauty of nature, the warmth of friendship and the goodness of wonderful wine. silvercoastwinery.com

Plymouth
Port OPlymouth Museum, 302 E. Water St.,
(252) 793-1377. Featuring the Civil War Battle of Plymouth, which took place April 17-20, 1864. The skirmish was North Carolinas second-largest battle and the last major Southern victory of the war. Bullet shell and artifact collections. livinghistoryweekend.com/port_o.htm

Rose Hill
Duplin Winery, 505 N. Sycamore St., (800) 774-9634. Enjoy free wine tastings, as well as vineyard and winery tours at the oldest existing family-owned vineyard and winery in North Carolina. Pick your own grapes (in season), enjoy a dinner show (advance tickets only) or shop for Duplin wines, alcohol-free wines and resveratrol. duplinwinery.com

Silver Coast Winery, 6680 Barbeque Rd.,

Roanoke River Lighthouse and Maritime Museum, 206 W. Water St.,


(252) 793-4777. This replicated lighthouse allows one to experience life as a lighthouse keeper (c.1866-1885). The museum offers a wealth of photographs that share the story of the rivers impact on fishermen, farmers, merchants, soldiers and others. roanokeriverlighthouse.org

Scotts Hill
Abbey Nature Preserve,
10200 US Hwy. 17, (910) 686-9518. Take pleasure in the wooden walkway built across the 10-acre pond, connecting with walking trails on both sides. Experience the great outdoors through the forest while hiking, bird-watching or just viewing the beautiful trees, plants, flowers and wildlife. poplargrove.com/nature_trail.htm

Ocracoke
British Cemetery, British Cemetery Rd., (888) 493-3826. During the height of the German submarine campaign in May 1942, the HMC Bedfordshire was torpedoed and sunk with all hands lost. Four bodies of the crew were subsequently found and buried here. Today, this corner of our island is forever England. Ocracoke Lighthouse, Lighthouse Road, (888) 493-3826. Completed in 1823 at 75 feet tall, the walls of the whitewashed tower, built of brick with a concrete veneer exterior, are five feet thick at the base. The lighthouse is not open to the public for climbing. nps.gov/caha/ocracoke-island-lighthouse.htm Ocracoke Preservation Society Museum, 49 Water Plant Rd., (252) 928-7375.

Wildlife Museum & Gallery,


111 W. Water St., (252) 793-6600. Visitors are mystically transported from a trappers cabin in the Alaskan Outback to a safari tent in Africas Serengeti. Interactive exhibits include touch tables with hides and antlers.

South Mills
Dismal Swamp Canal Welcome Center,
2356 US Hwy. 17 N., (877) 771-8333. The only center in the continental United States greeting visitors by both highway and waterway. The canal, part of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, is the oldest continually operating canal in the country and has a colorful past.

Pollocksville
Foscue Plantation House, 7509 N. US 17 Hwy., (252) 224-1803. The house stands at the heart of a once-sprawling plantation. Today, this tastefully restored Old South plantation house stands tall as a majestic reminder of the era. foscueplantation.com

Offers visitors a glimpse of what life was like in earlier times through displays, artifacts and historic photographs. Open Easter through Thanksgiving; by appointment the rest of the year. ocracokemuseum.org

Richlands
Huffman Vineyards & Winery, 221 Haw Branch Rd., (910) 324-3997. Our wines are handcrafted in small batches. Muscadine, Vinifera and fruit wines range from sweet to dry. Our on-site vineyard boasts 25 varieties of grapes. huffmanvineyards.com Mikes Farm, 1600 Haw Branch Rd.,
(800) 820-3276. Family-oriented business featuring agritourism, which includes hayrides, Christmas trees and pumpkin picking. Plus, enjoy our bakery, restaurant and gift shop. mikesfarm.com

Oriental
Orientals History Museum, 802 Broad St.,
(252) 670-9318. Explore the history of Oriental and the surrounding area. The museum features a dugout canoe, the porthole from the steamship Oriental for which the town was named and other local artifacts.

Dismal Swamp State Park, 2294 US Hwy. 17 N., (252) 771-6593. Accessed by an 80-foot barge-swing bridge on the historic Dismal Swamp Canal. Visitors center, plus 17 miles of mountain biking/hiking trails, birding and photography opportunities. Boardwalk allows a modern passage into the swamp. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/disw/main.php

Southport
Fort Johnston Southport Museum,
219 E. Bay St., (800) 388-9635. Enjoy a docentled tour of the museum or take a self-guided tour of the exhibits, original documents and historical artifacts about Fort Johnston, which was originally built by the British in 1748 to protect the region from Spanish and French attack. cityofsouthport.com/index.aspx?page=126

Pine Knoll Shores


(FISH). See eye-to-eye with turtles, eels, snakes, alligators and a kaleidoscope of colorful fish. Talk to divers as they mingle with sharks in the 306,000-gallon Living Shipwreck. Enjoy dive shows, live animal programs and hands-on activities daily. Explore two nature trails or sign up for boat excursions, surfing lessons and other field trips. ncaquariums.com/pine-knoll-shores

North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, 1 Roosevelt Dr., (800) 832-3474

Onslow County Museum, 301 S. Wilmington St., (910) 324-5008. Presents the rich heritage of Onslow County and the surrounding area. Includes two exhibit galleries and a research room. The museum features continuously changing historic and contemporary exhibits. co.onslow.nc.us/museum

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport, 204 E. Moore St., (910) 457-0003.
Preserves and interprets the rich maritime heritage of Southport and the lower Cape Fear area through exhibits, artifacts, programs and research library. ncmaritimemuseums.com

Rodanthe
Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station Historic Site & Museum, 23645 NC Hwy.
12, (252) 987-1552. First United States Lifesaving Station in North Carolina built and manned in 1874. The historic seven-building site has exhibits and displays, including one honoring the African-Americans who manned the Pea Island Lifesaving Station. chicamacomico.net

Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area,

Sunset Beach
Ingram Planetarium, 7625 High Market St., (910) 575-0033. Relax in the Sky Theaters seats as you zoom through space. Great star shows, laser music shows and programs about astronomy, science and space exploration. museumplanetarium.org

1 Roosevelt Dr., (252) 726-3775. Offers an interpreted trail adjacent to and leading from the parking area of the Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Donated to the state by the family of the 26th president, this nature preserve attracts naturalists and photographers. Trail use is free.

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Surf City
The Belle of Topsail, 518 Roland Ave.,
(910) 328-1621. Come party with the captain. Daily scenic sightseeing cruises, sunset cruise and captains party cruise. See the many sights of Topsail Island, from the dolphins to the osprey. belleoftopsail.com

Swansboro
Hammocks Beach State Park ,
1572 Hammocks Beach Rd., (910) 326-4881. Made up of three different areas: the 30-acre mainland; the 980-acre Bear Island, an unspoiled barrier island only accessible by private boat or ferry; and Huggins Island, a 211-acre maritime island, site of Huggins Island Battery, the only unspoiled Confederate earthen fortification on the North Carolina coast. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/habe/main.php

Warsaw
Country Squire Winery, 748 NC 24 & 50, (877) 830-1602. Many of our wines are named after favorite areas, and the wine label design is reflective of the owners Scottish heritage. Visit the Tartan Tasting Room to sample our work. countrysquireinn.com Duplin County Veterans Memorial Museum, 119 E. Hill St., (910) 293-2190.
A beautifully restored Queen Anne-style house, the museum houses military artifacts and memorabilia from many periods in military history, as well as a restored tribute to the L.P. Best family.

Carolina Divers, 13567-B NC Hwy. 50,


(866) 913-1653. Explore your adventurous side. Come certified or well help you learn. We offer fun and exciting scuba diving classes for every level of diver. carolinadivers-nc.com

Swan Quarter
Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge, 38 Refuge Rd., (252) 926-4021.
North Carolinas largest natural lake, Lake Mattamuskeet. The refuge is a haven for endangered species, such as bald eagles, peregrine falcons and American alligators. Completed in 1915 and now closed, Mattamuskeet Lodge was once the largest pumping station in the world. fws.gov/mattamuskeet

Tabor City
Grapefull Sisters Vineyard, 4903 Ramsey Ford Rd., (910) 653-2944. Come stroll through our working vineyard that has several varieties of Muscadines planted, including Carlos, Magnolia, Scuppernong and Nesbitt. grapefullsistersvineyard.com

Washington
Goose Creek State Park, 2190 Camp Leach Rd., (252) 923-2191. A 1,596-acre natural area with 7.5 miles of nature trails, sandy swimming beach and picnic area, 12 primitive campsites, excellent wildlife-viewing opportunities and a boat ramp located on the Pamlico River. View marshes and bald cypress swamps, and the wildlife that inhabit them. Free; fee for camping. ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/gocr/main.php North Carolina Estuarium, 223 E. Water St.,
(252) 948-0000. Explore science, art, nature and history where the rivers meet the sea at the Pamlico/Tar River estuary. partnershipforthesounds.org

Topsail Beach
Missiles & More Museum,
720 Channel Blvd., (800) 626-2780. Artifacts and exhibits from prehistory to the present, including displays and artifacts dating from World War II. topsailhistoricalsociety.org

Swan Quarter National Wildlife Refuge, US 264, (252) 926-4021. More than 16,400 acres of salt marsh island and forested wetlands are home to a large variety of mammals and hundreds of species of birds. Two undeveloped trails available for hiking and biking during daylight hours. fws.gov/swanquarter

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White Oak
Harmony Hall, 1615 River Rd., (910) 866-4844. House restored to c.1760 with kitchen, general store, school and chapel. Guided tours.

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restored bridge and exhibits showing WWII-era experiences of crew members. battleshipnc.com

Cape Fear Riverboats (Henrietta III, Capt. J.N. Maffit), 101 S. Water St., #1,

Whiteville
North Carolina Museum of Forestry,
415 S. Madison St., (910) 914-4185. Interpretive and interactive exhibits celebrate the natural history and cultural heritage of North Carolinas forests and forestry industry. naturalsciences.org

(910) 251-3700. Built as the city residence (c.1861) of a prominent planter, this is Wilmingtons most spectacular example of antebellum architecture. The mansion offers tours, exhibits on history and design arts, and an informative look at historic preservation in action. bellamymansion.org

Bellamy Mansion Museum of History and Design Arts, 503 Market St.,

(800) 676-0162. View Wilmington via narrated sightseeing, dinner and holiday cruises. cfrboats.com St., Ste. 108, (910) 251-2572. Cruise along the historic districts cobblestone streets while passing stately homes and monuments, and then finish with a scenic trip along the riverfront boardwalk. capefearsegway.com (910) 762-1669. This unique attraction features more than 80 exotic snakes from around the world. capefearserpentarium.com

Cape Fear Segway Tours, 106 N. Water

Cape Fear Serpentarium, 20 Orange St.,

Burgwin-Wright House Museum,

Williamston
Asa Biggs House, 100 E. Church St., (800) 776-8566. This 19th-century dwelling of Judge Asa Biggs is filled with photos and antiques, including chinaware used by Mrs. Biggs. visitmartincounty.com

224 Market St., (910) 762-0570. This Georgianstyle townhouse (c.1770) has been restored and decorated with furnishings of the 18th and early 19th centuries. burgwinwrighthouse.com (910) 395-5999. This 42,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art museum features two centuries of North Carolina and American art, boasting one of the worlds major collections of the romantic color prints of Mary Cassatt. The permanent gallery displays works by Minnie Evans, Claude Howell and many others. Pyramid Park, on more than 9 acres, features long-leaf pine woodlands, outdoor sculptures, nature trails and a historic Civil War site. cameronartmuseum.com

Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17th St.,

Childrens Museum of Wilmington, 116 Orange St., (910) 254-3534. A hands-on, learning-through-play center for children and their families. Interactive play stations invite imagination, exploration, introspection, interaction and creativity. playwilmington.org Historic District Wilmington, Water & Market Sts., (800) 222-4757. With 230 blocks, the district is one of the states largest. Yearround tours via horse-drawn trolley and carriage, riverboat, trolley car or on foot. wilmingtonandbeaches.com Hollywood Location Walk of Old Wilmington, Riverfront at Market & Water

Wilmington
Airlie Gardens, 300 Airlie Rd., (910) 798-7700. Wander through a 67-acre garden of great live oaks draped in Spanish and resurrection fern, and acres of flowering camellias, azaleas, wisteria, dogwoods and freshwater lakes. airliegardens.org Battleship North Carolina, #1 Battleship
Rd., (910) 251-5797. Offers a unique opportunity to walk the decks of a living legend. A self-guided tour takes you to nine decks where you can visit crews quarters, the

Cape Fear Museum of History & Science, 814 Market St., (910) 798-4350.

Focuses on regional history, cultures and science. Extensive Civil War collection features Wilmington waterfront as it was in 1863 and diorama of the Second Battle of Fort Fisher (1865). capefearmuseum.com

Sts., (910) 794-1866. Its lights, camera, action as local actors lead you on actual movie and TV locations. Discover why, with more than 400 film credits, Wilmington is known as Hollywood East. hollywoodnc.com 0 Block Market St., (910) 251-8889. Our costumed driver narrates your unique adventure along the riverfront and past stately mansions of Old Wilmington with our rescued horses. horsedrawntours.com

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Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park & Waterpark, 5320 Oleander Dr., (910) 791-0666.
Water park with wave pool, lazy river, tube slide, kiddie splash pool and slides, tower slides and springs. Also go-kart track, mini golf, kids indoor playground, arcade and laser tag arena. junglerapids.com 126 S. Third St., (910) 762-0492. Built in 1852 in the popular Victorian Italianate style, the house is now a museum with period furnishings, artwork and portraits of the Latimer family. latimerhouse.org

Latimer House Museum and Gardens,

Lumina Winery & Brewery, 311 Judges Rd.,


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Unit 8A, (910) 793-5299. We are dedicated to the production of quality wines, offering a great selection of wines ranging from sweet to our dry reds. All of our beer is made fresh in our brewery with no preservatives. We specialize in brewing German- and Bohemian-style beer, using only yeast, hops, water and grain. luminawine.com

Noni Bacca Winery, 420 Eastwood Rd.,

#108, (877) 397-7617. At any given time, our fermenting room produces at least 20 different varieties of wine made from the finest liquid grapes in the market. nbwinery.com 17 N., (910) 686-9518. One of the oldest peanut plantations in the country, this 1850 historic house/site is a wonderful experience for families with plenty to see and do, including a seasonal farmers market and several annual special events. poplargrove.com

Poplar Grove Plantation, 10200 US Hwy.

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Wilmington Railroad Museum, 505 Nutt St., (910) 763-2634. Recapture the essence of railroad days as you climb aboard a steam locomotive, wander through a bright red caboose or explore artifacts ranging from a 150-ton locomotive to a conductors 4-ounce timepiece. Enjoy the Lionel model railroad display and the HO display. wrrm.org Wilmington Trolley Co., 101 Water St., #1,
(910) 763-4483. Experience the grandeur and charm of Old Wilmington with a trolley tour of the historic district. The 8-mile, 45-minute narrated sightseeing tour includes beautiful mansions, haunted homes, museums, birthplaces of famous natives, TV/movie locations, African-American history, Civil War shipyards, brick-laden streets and more. wilmingtontrolley.com

Established in 1989, the refuge is home to animals such as deer, otter, beaver, muskrat and black bear, as well as more than 191 species of migrating birds. Informal trail systems, including the Charles Kuralt Trail, are open to the public for hiking and birdwatching. Some of the trails and refuge are only accessible by boat. Free; fee for camping. fws.gov/roanokeriver

Roanoke River National Wildlife Refuge, PO Box 430, (252) 794-5326.

Winton
Historic District Winton, PO Box 627,
(252) 398-5922. Inhabited by Meherrin Indians long before it was chartered as Hertford Countys oldest town. Historic and cultural attractions include the Century Post Office Museum, the Old Church Cemetery, C.S. Brown Regional Cultural Arts Center and Museum, and the Colonial Kitchen Museum.

Roanoke/Cashie River Center, 112 W.

Water St., (252) 794-2001. Focusing on the vast floodplain and bottomland swamp system of the lower Roanoke basin, historic items here include an in situ brick vault, a 150-year-old grave marker and an outbuilding from a historic home. partnershipforthesounds.org

Wrightsville Beach
Johnnie Mercers Pier, 23 E. Salisbury St., (910) 256-2743. Extending more than 1,200 feet into the Atlantic Ocean, were the only concrete pier in the state. While we charge a nominal fee just to walk out, its well worth the experience. johnniemercerspier-nc.com Wrightsville Beach Museum of History,
303 W. Salisbury St., (910) 256-2569. The islands fourth-oldest cottage has been restored to contain both rotating and permanent exhibits displaying the islands rich history. wbmuseum.com

Windsor
Cashie Wetlands Walk, 101 York St.,
(919) 794-5553. Boardwalk in a natural wetlands environment with cypress trees and other swampland flora. Observation deck allows views of endangered waterfowl and swampland animals in their natural habitats. albemarle-nc.com/windsor

St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 302 S. Queen St., (252) 794-3420. Built in 1839 to succeed the Colonial Church of England Chapel. Consecrated in 1840. Unique building has a triplet stained-glass window and an active membership.

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Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson, 8884 St. Philips Rd. S.E., (910) 371-6613. Archaeological excavations have unearthed the Colonial port town of Brunswick; these excavations are exposed for viewing. The visitor center offers audiovisual programming, exhibits and artifacts. Fort Anderson, the 19th-century Confederate fortification, is wellpreserved. nchistoricsites.org/brunswic

Historic Hope Plantation, 132 Hope

House Rd., (252) 794-3140. Established in the 1720s, the current mansion was built in 1803 by former North Carolina Gov. David Stone and was the centerpiece of a completely selfsustaining plantation. Today, visitors enjoy touring the faithfully restored mansion, outbuildings and grounds. hopeplantation.org

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The following list of accommodations in the Coast region is arranged alphabetically by city. You may find more detailed information on any of these accommodations online at visitnc.com or the individual propertys website. An index to advertisers is on page 168.

Restaurant On-site

Ahoskie
Exercise Room

HOTELS/MOTELS

Seahawk Inn & Villas (800) 682-6898 seahawkinn-villas.com

Ahoskie Inn (800) 582-3220

Peppertree Atlantic Beach Villas (800) 438-6493 extraholidays.com/ AtlanticBeach Realty World-First Coast (800) 972-8899 nc-coast.com Surfside Realty (252) 726-0950 sur fsiderealtyinc.com Whaler Inn Beach Club (800) 525-1768 whalerinn.com

Surf or Sound Realty (800) 926-6319 sur forsound.com ?cid=link _nclist


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

The Inn on Bath Creek Bed & Breakfast (252) 923-9571 innonbathcreek.com

Cousin Marthas Bed & Breakfast (877) 464-7487 cousinsbedand breakfast.com Inlet Inn (800) 554-5466 inlet-inn.com Langdon House (252) 728-5499 langdonhouse.com Old Seaport Inn (800) 349-5823 oldseapor tinn.com Otway House (252) 728-5636 otwayhouse.com Pecan Tree Inn (800) 728-7871 pecantree.com
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Tomahawk Motel (252) 332-3194

Complimentary Breakfast

Atlantic Beach
HOTELS/MOTELS

Windjammer Inn (800) 233-6466 windjammerinn.com


VACATION RENTALS

Sands of Time RV Park & Campground (252) 995-5596 sandsoftimecamp ground.com

Bayboro
The Bayboro House Hotel (252) 745-7270
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS HOTELS/MOTELS

Atlantis Lodge (800) 682-7057 atlantislodge.com


Internet

Atlantic Beach Realty/ Ocean Resorts (800) 786-7368 atlanticbeachrealt y.net

Aurora
Creekside Cottages (252) 322-4473
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Marsh Harbour Inn (800) 680-8322 marshharbourinn.com
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Caribbe Inn (252) 726-0051 caribbe-inn.com Clam Digger Inn (800) 338-1533 clamdiggerinn.com Fishermans Inn (800) 347-4571 fishermansinn.net

Atlantic Sun Properties (252) 808-2786 atlanticsun properties.com Beach Vacation Properties (800) 334-2667 beachvacation properties.com Bogue Shores Condominums (252) 726-7071 vacationhome ser vicesnc.com

Rivers Edge Family Campground (252) 559-3603 riversedgefamilycamp ground.com

Avon
Avon Motel (252) 995-5774 avonmotel.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

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Bald Head Island Limited (877) 344-6654 baldheadisland.com


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Beaufort Harbour Suites (252) 728-3483 beaufortharbor suites.com

Outdoor Pool

Hampton Inn & Suites (252) 247-5118 hamptonatlantic beach.com Hollowells Motel (252) 726-5227 hollowellsmotel.com Island Inn (800) 636-3680 islandinnrentals.com Oceanana Family Resort Motel (252) 726-4111 oceanana-resort.com Palm Suites (800) 972-3297 palmsuites.com Sand Dollar Motel (252) 726-4106 thesanddollarmotel.net Sandpiper Motel (252) 726-3148

Colony Realty Corporation (800) 962-5256 hat terasvacations.com

VACATION RENTALS

Beaufort Realty Co. (800) 548-2961 beaufortrlty.com

Bald Head Vacations (910) 470-2253 baldheadvacations.com Tiffanys Beach Rentals (910) 457-0544 tif fanysrentals.com

Core Creek Lodge (252) 728-4500 thecorecreeklodge.com


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Cannon & Gruber, Realtors (800) 317-2866 cannongruber.com/ntr

Freds Shed (856) 451-2169 vacationshat teras.com / Home.html

Coastal Riverside Campground (252) 728-5155

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Anchorage House (252) 728-9908 anchoragehouse.net Beaufort Inn (800) 726-0321 beaufort-inn.com Captains Quarters Bed & Breakfast (800) 659-7111 captainsquar ters.us The Cedars Inn (252) 838-1463 cedarsinn.com County Home B&B (252) 728-4611 countyhomeb-b.com

Belhaven
Belhaven Water Street Bed and Breakfast (866) 338-2825 belhavenwaterstreet bandb.com Bellport Inn Bed & Breakfast (252) 943-9910 bellportinn.com J and L Tourist House (252) 943-2673 jandltouristhouse.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Barco
Hatteras Realty (800) 428-8372 hat ter asreal ty.com My NC Rental (757) 558-3653 myncrental.com
VACATION RENTALS

Coldwell Banker Spectrum Properties (800) 334-6390 spectr um properties .com 8 1/2 Marina Village (800) 847-7314

Midgett Realty (252) 995-5333 midget trealt y.com Outer Beaches Realty (800) 627-3150 outerbeaches.com Sun Realty (800) 843-2034 sunrealtync.com

Bath
Bath Harbor Marina & Motel (252) 923-5711 bathharbor.com
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Cape Woods Campground (252) 995-5850 capewoods.com

Carolina Beach
HOTELS/MOTELS

Sea & Sun Motel (910) 458-7918 Sea Ranch Motel (800) 849-8977 visitsearanch.com Sea Witch Motel (910) 707-0058 seawitchmotelcarolina beach.com Surfside Motor Lodge (800) 516-9883 sur fsidecb.com Wanda Inn Motel (910) 458-8367 Welcome Inn (910) 458-5539
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Smith Cottages (910) 458-6543 United Beach Vacations (800) 334-5806 unitedbeach vacations.com Victory Beach Vacations (888) 256-4804 victor ybeach vacations.com Walker Realty (910) 458-3388 carolinabeach-nc.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Waterway RV Park (252) 393-8715

Riverside Campground (252) 943-2926

Island Hide-Away Campground (252) 995-6628

Atlantic Towers (800) 232-2440 atlantic-towers.com Beach House Inn & Suites (866) 458-5558 beachhouseinnand suites.com Beach Side Inn (910) 458-5598 beachsideinn.net Buccaneer Motel (910) 458-8506 Coles Motel (910) 458-5176 Courtyard (910) 458-2030 courtyardcarolina beach.com Dolphin Lane (800) 725-4647 dolphinlane.com Drifters Reef Motel (910) 458-5414 driftersreef.com

Chadbourn
HOTELS/MOTELS

Budget Inn (910) 654-5035

Beulaville
Whippoorwill Campground (910) 324-2619 whippoorwillcamp ground.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Calabash
Marsh Harbour Villas (910) 579-3700 marshharbour.org
RESORTS HOTELS/MOTELS

Chocowinity
Super 8 Chocowinity (252) 946-8001 super8.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS HOTELS/MOTELS

Winners RV Park (910) 458-1098 winnersrvpark.com

Burgaw
HOTELS/MOTELS

Brunswick Plantation and Golf Resort (800) 332-8576 brunswickvillas.com


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Beacon House Inn Bed & Breakfast and Cottages (877) 232-2666 beaconhouseinnb-b.com
VACATION RENTALS

Cedar Island
HOTELS/MOTELS

Twin Lakes Camping Resort (252) 946-5700 twinlakesnc.com

Burgaw Motel (910) 259-4550

Buxton
Buxton Beach Motel (252) 995-5972 bux tonbeachmotel.com Cape Hatteras Motel (800) 995-0711 capehatterasmotel.com Cape Pines Motel (252) 995-5666 capepinesmotel.com Croatoan Inn (252) 995-5968 thecroatoaninn.com Hatteras Island Inn Buxton (800) 432-1421 Inn on Pamlico Sound (866) 995-7030 innonpamlicosound.com Lighthouse View Motel (800) 225-7651 lighthouseview.com Outer Banks Motel (800) 995-1233 outerbanksmotel.com Tower Circle Motel (252) 995-5353 towercirclemotel.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

Hughes Family Campground (910) 579-6763 ncbrunswick.com

Beach Girls Realty (910) 458-5611 beachgirlsrealt y.com

Driftwood Motel & Campground (252) 225-4861 clis.com/deg /

Coinjock
Midway Marina & Motel (252) 453-3625 midwaymarinamotel.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Camden
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Blue Water Realty (866) 458-3001 bluewaterrealtyinc.com Bryant Real Estate (800) 994-5222 bryantre.com

Cedar Point
Cedar Point Campground (252) 393-7726
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

North River Campground (252) 336-4414 nor thrivercamp ground.com

Dry Dock Family Motel (910) 458-9588 Golden Sands Motel (888) 458-8334 goldensandscarolina beach.com Mermaid Manor (866) 913-7871 mermaidmanornc.com Microtel Inn & Suites (866) 888-9919 microtelinn.com North Pier Ocean Villas (800) 476-1589 nor thpier villas.com Oceaneer Motel (800) 447-0094 oceaneermotel.com Russos Motel (910) 458-5281 russosmotel.com The Savannah Inn (800) 334-8533 thesavannahinn.com Bullard Realty (800) 327-5863 bullardrealt yonline.com Carolina Beach Realty (877) 416-1212 carolinabeachrealt y.net Gardner Realty & Mgmt. (800) 697-7924 carolinabeachlive.com Joy Lee Apartments (910) 458-8361 Laney Real Estate (800) 455-1594 laneyvacation rentals.com Network Real Estate (877) 489-1249 networkwilmington.com OceanBreeze Properties (910) 707-0308 oceanbreezenc.com

Cape Carteret
Best Western Silver Creek Inn (877) 459-1448 book.bestwestern.com/ bestwestern/product Info.do?proper tyCode =34140 Parkerton Inn (800) 393-9909 parker toninn.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

Greenville-Pitt County Convention & Visitors Bureau


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Harborlight Guest House (800) 624-8439 harborlightnc.com

Cape Hatteras Bed & Breakfast (800) 252-3316 capehatterasbandb.com

Discover more than you expect on the road to natural and historic wonders of coastal North Carolina. New-style Southern urban amenities, uptown festivals, farm-to-plate and satisfy-everyone dining, plus our sportstown flair, make us an ideal base for exploring the Coastal Plains vast recreational resources.

(800) 537-5564 www.visitgreenvillenc.com

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Hampton Lodge Camping Resort (252) 453-2732

Karichele Realty (800) 453-2377 karichele.com Kitty Dunes Rentals (800) 334-3863 kit tydunes.com Paramount Destinations (866) 753-3045 paramount destinations.com Resort Realty (800) 458-3830 resortrealty.com Seaside Vacations (800) 395-2525 outerbanks vacations.com/vnc Shoreline Preferred Properties (888) 449-2036 vacationinobx.com Stan White Realty (800) 753-6200 outerbanksrentals.com Sun Realty (899) 334-4745 sunrealtync.com Twiddy & Co. Realtors (800) 489-4339 twiddy.com Village Realty (252) 453-9650 villagerealt yobx.com

Duck
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Granville Queen Inn (866) 482-8534 granvillequeen.com Mulberry Hill Guest House (252) 509-1450 mulberryhillinn.com The Pack House Inn (252) 482-3641 thepackhouseinn.com

Whistling Pines Motel (252) 335-0817


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Century 21 Coastland Realty (800) 822-2121 coastland.com

Advice 5 (800) 238-4235 advice5.com

Columbia
Dalton House Motel (252) 796-0381
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

VACATION RENTALS

Culpepper Inn (252) 335-9235 culpepperinn.com

Carolina Designs Realty (800) 368-3825 carolinadesigns.com Kitty Hawk Rentals (800) 635-1559 beachrealtync.com Outer Banks Blue Realty Services (888) 623-2583 obxblue.com Resort Realty (252) 261-8888 resortrealty.com

Elizabeth City Bed & Breakfast (877) 324-8922 elizabethcit ybb.com Grice-Fearing House Bed & Breakfast (252) 333-1792 gricefearinghouse.com The Pond House Inn (888) 335-9834 thepondhouseinn.com

Emerald Isle Realty (877) 503-4042 emeraldisler eal ty.com


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The Brickhouse Inn (252) 766-3333 thebrickhouseinn.com


VACATION RENTALS

Edward
Bennett Vineyards Grape House Bed & Breakfast (877) 762-9463 bennet tvineyard.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Realty World-First Coast Realty (800) 682-3423 nc-coast.com Shorewood Real Estate (888) 557-0172 shorewoodreal estate.com

Egret on the Sound (828) 406-6229 egretonthesound.com Heron Cottage on the Albemarle Sound (252) 332-2484

Ships Watch Association (800) 261-7924 shipswatch.com Stan White Realty (800) 992-2976 outerbanksrentals.com Sun Realty (800) 334-4745 sunrealtync.com Twiddy & Co. Realtors (800) 489-4339 twiddy.com The Sanderling Resort & Spa (800) 701-4111 thesanderling.com
RESORTS

Elizabeth City
Days Inn (800) 329-7466 daysinn.com Econo Lodge (252) 338-4124 econolodge.com Fairfield Inn & Suites (252) 333-1003 marriott.com /hotels/ hotel-information/travel /orfec-fairfield-inn-andsuites-elizabeth-city Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.hilton.com / hi /elizabethcity Holiday Inn Express (800) 228-5150 hiexpress.com Microtel Inn & Suites (888) 771-7171 microtelinn.com Quality Inn (252) 338-3951 choicehotels.com/hotel/ NC377 Queen Elizabeth Motel (252) 338-3961 Travelers Inn (252) 338-5451 travelersinn.webs.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Elizabethtown
Days Inn (800) 329-7466
HOTELS/MOTELS

Corolla
Hampton Inn & Suites Outer Banks (252) 453-6565 outerbanks.hampton inn.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

Spinnakers Reach Realty (800) 245-7746 spinnaker sreach.com Sun-Surf Realty (877) 873-0426 sunsur frealt y.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

White Lake RV Park (800) 227-5453

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Emerald Isle
Bogue Inlet Motel (252) 354-3406 Islander Suites (800) 367-3381 islandernc.com Oceanview Inn (252) 354-2755 Rusty Pelican Inn (252) 354-3450 Waterway Inn (252) 393-8027 waterwayinn.net
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

Camp Ocean Forest (252) 354-3454 campoceanforest.com Holiday Trav-L-Park Resort (252) 354-2250

Inn at Corolla Light (252) 453-3340 innatcorolla.com

Beach Realty (800) 635-1559 beachrealtync.com

VACATION RENTALS

Creswell
Conmans Campground (252) 797-7124 conmans.net
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Edenton
HOTELS/MOTELS

Engelhard
HOTELS/MOTELS

Coach House Inn (252) 482-2107 motelcoachhouse edenton.com Hampton Inn (252) 482-3500 hamptoninn.com Super 8 (252) 482-2017 super8.com

Hotel Engelhard (800) 290-5311 hotelengelhard.com

Currituck
Brindley Beach Vacations (877) 642-3224 brindleybeach.com Carolina Shores Vacation Rentals (252) 715-1901 outerbankscarolina vacations.com Corolla Classic Vacations (866) 453-9660 corollaclassic vacations.com Bells Island Campground (252) 232-2590 bellsislandcamp ground.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Jennettes Lodge (252) 925-1461


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Dublin
Lu Mil Vineyards Cabins (800) 545-2293 lumilvineyard.com
VACATION RENTALS

Upper Broad Extended Stay (252) 333-0960


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Emerald Isle Inn and B&B (252) 354-3222 emeraldisleinn.com


VACATION RENTALS

Sallie Dixons B&B (252) 925-7921

Captains Quarters Inn (800) 482-8945 captainsquar tersinn.com

Bluewater Vacation Rentals (866) 348-8975 bluewaternc.com / ?NCK= ccnce

Heart Realty (252) 925-7200 jeanheartrealty.com Hyde Haven (252) 473-0835 hydehaven engelhard.com

VACATION RENTALS

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A fishing tradition known the world over! Charters offered at our full-service marina. Blue and white marlin, sailfish, tuna, dolphin, wahoo, bluefish, Spanish and king mackeral, striped bass, cobia red drum.

(252) 441-6301 (800) 272-5199 www.fishingoregoninlet.com

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Big Trout Campground (252) 925-6651

Simmons Lakeside Lodge (252) 926-1441 hydecount ychamber.org


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Garysburg
HOTELS/MOTELS

Baymont Inn & Suites (252) 364-8980 baymontinns.com Best Western Plus (800) 937-8376 book.bestwestern.com Camelot Inn (252) 756-1150 camelotinnmotel.com Candlewood Suites (888) 226-3539 candlewoodsuites.com City Hotel (877) 271-2616 cit yhotelandbistro.com Comfort Inn (800) 228-5151 comfor tinn.com Courtyard (800) 321-2211 marriott.com

Days Inn (252) 752-0214 daysinn.com East Carolina Inn (800) 842-6576 visitgreenvillenc.com / lodging Economy Inn (252) 754-8047 pages.suddenlink.net/ economyinn Greenville Motel (252) 756-1130 visitgreenvillenc.com / lodging Hampton Inn (800) 426-4866 greenvillenc.hampton inn.com Hilton (800) 445-8667 hilton.com Holiday Inn Express (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/greenvillenc

Home-Towne Suites (252) 752-3411 htshotel.com Jameson Inn (800) 526-3766 jamesoninns.com Microtel Inn & Suites (800) 771-7171 microtel-greenville.com Motel 6 (800) 843-7663 Quality Inn (252) 758-5544 visitgreenvillenc.com / lodging Super 8 (800) 800-8000 super8.com Travelodge (800) 578-7878

Super 8 (252) 537-1011

Eure
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Osprey Nest Campground-RV Park (252) 926-4491

Gates
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Trails End Campground (252) 357-0587 trailsendcamping.com

Farmville
Marlboro Inn (252) 753-3145 visitgreenvillenc.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Lawrence Lane House (252) 357-1279 gatescountynet.tripod.com

Evergreen
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Grandy
HOTELS/MOTELS

Lumber River Campground (910) 654-5130 lumberrivertrailride.com

Frisco
Frisco Woods Campground (800) 948-3942 outer-banks.com / friscowoods
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Walnut Island Lodge (866) 453-2261 walnutisland.com

Fairfield
HOTELS/MOTELS

Greenville
HOTELS/MOTELS

Hyde-Away Motel (252) 926-8101

Affordable Suites of America (252) 355-5717 affordablesuites.com/ greenville

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Traditional island hospitality Couples, families & fishermen Soundfront, harbor & village Pet-friendly properties available Come see why we were named the #1 beach in the country in 2007.

(866) 576-7117 www.blueheronvacations.com

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University Inn (252) 756-7084 visitgreenvillenc.com / lodging Wingate Inn (800) 228-1000 wingateinns.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Cape Lookout RV Park (252) 504-3400

Hampton Inn (252) 447-9400 hamptoninn3.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express (888) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/hotels/ us/en/havelock/ewnes/ hoteldetail Hostess House (800) 501-5772 Knights Inn (252) 444-1414 Quality Inn (877) 424-6423 Sherwood Motel (252) 447-3184

Coastal Vacation Resorts (800) 252-7000 coastalvacation resorts.com Craig Realty (888) 746-2777 Hobbs Realty Vacations (800) 655-3367 hobbsrealty.com /Holden Beach /VacationRentals Holden Beach Properties (877) 842-6485 holdenbeach properties.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Baymont Inn & Suites (866) 996-7937 baymontjacksonville.com Best Rest Inn (910) 455-2063 Budget Inn (910) 347-2158 Candlewood Suites (888) 226-3539 ichotelsgroup.com Coastal Motel (910) 455-1999 Comfort Suites (800) 228-5150 comfor tsuites.com Days Inn (800) 329-7466 daysinn.com Econo Lodge (877) 424-6423 econolodge.com Economy Inn (910) 347-2147 Extended Stay America (800) 398-7829 extendedstay.com Fairfield Inn & Suites (800) 228-2800 marriott.com /hotels/ travel/oajfi-fairfield-in n-and-suites-jacksonville Holiday Inn Express (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/ jacksonvillenc Home2 Suites (910) 355-3500 Liberty Inn (800) 845-3336 libert yinnlejeune.com Quality Inn (877) 424-6423 qualit yinn.com Ramada (910) 455-4100 Sleep Inn & Suites (800) 424-6423 choicehotels.com Suburban Extended Stay Hotel-Camp LeJeune (910) 346-7759 suburbanhotels.com

Sunset Inn (800) 434-3497 Super 8 (800) 454-3213 super8.com Towne Place Suites (910) 478-9795 marriott.com /oajts Travel Inn (910) 347-1948 Triangle Motor Inn (910) 455-4923
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Hatteras
HOTELS/MOTELS

Restaurant On-site

Breakwater Inn (252) 986-2565 breakwaterhatteras.com Hatteras Harbor Marina Efficiencies (800) 676-4939 hat terasharbor.com Hatteras Marlin Motel (866) 986-2141 hat terasmarlin.com Sea Gull Motel (252) 986-2550 seagullhatteras.com Village Marina Motel (252) 986-2522 villagemarina hatteras.com The Villas of Hatteras Landing (252) 986-1110 villasofhatteras.com
VACATION RENTALS

Fifth Street Inn (252) 355-0699


Exercise Room

Bradford Creek Campground (252) 752-8886

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Complimentary Breakfast

Grimesland
Paradise Bed & Breakfast (252) 746-2748 paradiselodge.biz
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Hertford
Beechtree Inn (252) 426-7815 beechtreeinn.net
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Green Oaks Campground (910) 842-2844 Holden Beach Pier Campground (910) 842-6483 Holden Beach RV Park (910) 842-1809 holdenbeachr v.com

The Colonels Lady Bed and Breakfast (910) 937-7718 Mill Avenue Bed & Breakfast (910) 346-2087

Hampstead
Bed & Breakfast at Mallard Bay (910) 270-3363 bedandbreakfast mallardbay.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

1812 on the Perquimans (252) 426-1812 bedandbreakfast.com/ north-carolina-hertfor d-1812ontheperquimans .html Springfield Bed & Breakfast Inn (252) 426-8471 springfieldbb.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Equine Country (910) 347-4511 equinecountr yusa.com


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

VACATION RENTALS

Internet

Holly Ridge
Pinewood Campground (910) 329-1618 Stump Sound RV Campground (910) 329-1414
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Blue Creek Fishcamps RV Park (910) 346-3719 Cabin Creek Campground (800) 699-5305 campingfriend.com/ CabinCreekCampground

Dolphin Realty (800) 338-4775 dolphin-real ty.com Hatteras Realty (800) 428-8372 hat terasrealty.com Midgett Realty (800) 527-2903 midget trealt y.com Outer Beaches Realty (888) 627-3650 outerbeaches.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Indoor Pool

Outdoor Pool

Carolina Coast Properties (800) 334-8318 carolinacoastprops.com

VACATION RENTALS

Hubert
Bear Creek Campground (910) 326-5839 Buttons Family Campground (910) 326-5271
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Jarvisburg
HOTELS/MOTELS

Stricks Family Campground (252) 426-7920 visitperquimans.com

Sea Oats Motel (866) 894-6287 seaoatsmotel.net

Harkers Island
Harkers Island Fishing Center Motel (252) 728-3907 harkersmarina.com Cape Lookout Realty (252) 728-2375 capelookoutrealty.com Great Island Cabins (252) 241-6783 nps.gov/calo /planyour visit/lodging.htm Jo Ann Mangum Coastal Vacation Rentals (888) 211-2203 joannmangum.com
VACATION RENTALS HOTELS/MOTELS

Holden Beach
Gray Gull Motel (910) 842-6775 graygullmotel.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Kenansville
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Hatteras Sands RV Resort (252) 986-2422 hat terassands.com

Indian Beach
Windward Dunes (800) 659-7545 windwarddunes rentals.com
VACATION RENTALS

Havelock
Budget Inn Suites (252) 447-5621 Comfort Inn (800) 228-5150 Days Inn (800) 329-7466
HOTELS/MOTELS

Holden Beach Fishing Pier Room Rentals (910) 842-6483


VACATION RENTALS

Murray House Country Inn (910) 296-1000 murrayhouseinn.com

Alan Holden Vacations (800) 720-2200 holden-beach.com

Jacksonville
Affordable Suites of America (910) 347-2400 affordablesuites.com/aff ordablesuites-jacksonvil le-nc-hotel/index.php
HOTELS/MOTELS

Kill Devil Hills


Best Western Ocean Reef Suites (252) 441-1611 bestwestern.com /ocean reefsuites
HOTELS/MOTELS

Brunswickland Realty (800) 842-6949 brunswicklandrealt y.com

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Cavalier Motel (252) 441-5585 thecavaliermotel.com Comfort Inn North (252) 441-6333 comfor tinn.com/hotel/ nc416 Days Inn & Suites Mariner (800) 329-7466 obxlodging.com Days Inn Oceanfront Wright Brothers (800) 329-7466 obxlodging.com Driftin Sands Motel (800) 237-1083 obxlodging.com Ebb Tide Motel (252) 441-4913 First Flight Inn (252) 441-5007 firstflightinn.com John Yancey Inn (800) 592-6239 johnyanceyinn.com Outer Banks Inn (888) 322-9702 theouterbanksinn.com Outer Banks Motor Lodge (877) 625-6343 obxmotorlodge.com Quality Inn Carolina Oceanfront (800) 854-5286 qualit yinncarolina oceanfront.com Ramada Plaza (800) 635-1824 ramadaplazanags head.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

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Atlantic Street Inn (252) 305-0246 atlanticstreetinn.com Cypress House Inn (800) 554-2764 cypresshouseinn.com
VACATION RENTALS

Sea Oats Realty (800) 933-2325 seaoatsrealt y.com Sun Realty (800) 334-4745 sunrealtync.com
Advertising Partner, p. 147

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Hampton Inn (800) 250-5370 hamptoninn.com Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites (252) 559-8888 hiexpress.com/kinstonnc Kinston Motor Lodge (252) 527-2171 Quality Inn (252) 527-3200 qualit yinn.com Super 8 (252) 523-8146 super8.com WestParke Inn & Suites (252) 527-1500
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Neuseway Nature Park Campground (252) 939-3367 neusewaypark.com

Cambridge Cove at Bermuda Bay (866) 316-1841 cambridgecoveobx.com/ cambridge_cove.html First Flight Rentals (866) 595-1893 firstflightrentals.com

Wilbur & Orville Wright Cottage Court (252) 441-7331 wilbur wright cot tages.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Kitty Hawk
Beach Haven Motel (888) 559-0506 beachhavenmotel.com Buccaneer Motel and Beach Suites (800) 442-4412 buccaneermotelouter banks.com Hilton Garden Inn (252) 261-1290 outerbanks.stayhgi.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Advertising Partner, p. 146

Sea Ranch Hotel (800) 334-4737 searanchhotel.com Shutters on the Banks (800) 848-3728 colonyivmotel.com Travelodge Nags Head Beach Hotel (800) 338-7761 nagsheadbeach hotel.com

Joe & Kays Campground (252) 441-5468

Hurricane Anita Cottage (252) 261-1862 vrbo.com/ 35828 Kitty Hawk Rentals (800) 635-1559 beachrealtync.com Leslies Vacation Rentals (252) 441-6816 lesliesvacation rentals.com

Kinston
Country Hearth Inn (800) 325-2525
HOTELS/MOTELS

Advertising Partner, p. 146

Bentley Vernon Hall Estate Bed & Breakfast (252) 523-2337 bentleybedand breakfast.com

Holiday Inn Express (800) 836-2753 hiexpress.com/ kitt yhawknc Outer Banks International Hostel (252) 261-2294

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Sea Kove Motel (252) 261-4722
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Manteo
HOTELS/MOTELS

Maysville
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Moyock
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Restaurant On-site

Cypress Moon Inn (877) 905-5060 cypressmooninn.com


VACATION RENTALS

Adventure Bound Campground (877) 453-2545 adventureboundnc.com Kitty Hawk RV Park (252) 261-2636 kit tyhawkrv.com

Hidden Treasure Inn (910) 458-3216 hiddentreasureinn.com


VACATION RENTALS

Dare Haven Motel (252) 473-2322 darehaven.com Duke of Dare Motor Lodge (252) 473-2175

Amazing Place (757) 868-4019 myvacationcondos.com/ seadunes.html Atlantic Realty (800) 334-8401 atlanticrealty-nc.com Barrier Island Realty (800) 237-5177 bistation.com Joe Lamb Jr. & Associates (800) 552-6257 joelambjr.com Kitty Dunes Realty & Rentals (888) 860-3863 kit tydunes.com Kitty Hawk Rentals (800) 635-1559 beachrealtync.com Lillian B Rental Cottage (804) 226-2263 lillianb.com Pipers Dream (804) 226-2263 pipersdream.net Saltaire Cottage Court (252) 261-3286 saltairecottages.com Sea Scape Beach and Golf Villas (252) 261-3837 seascapevillas.com Seaside Vacations (800) 520-4251 outerbanks vacations.com

Knotts Island
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Island Realty (910) 458-8800 islandrealty-kure beach.com

White Oak River Campground (910) 743-3051 whiteoakrivercamp ground.com

Trishas Bed and Breakfast (252) 232-0301 trishasinn.com

Jim Ring Realty (910) 458-4300 ringrealt ykurebeach.com Palm Air Realty (910) 458-5269 palmairrealt ync.com Petersons Cottage (910) 458-3216 hiddentreasureinn.com Sandi Beach Inn (910) 458-5906 sandibeachinn.com

Elizabethan Inn (800) 346-2466 elizabethaninn.com Island Guesthouse & Cottages (252) 473-2434 theislandmotel.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Merritt
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Murfreesboro
The Barnes House Bed & Breakfast (252) 398-3676 bbonline.com /nc / barneshouse Piper House Bed & Breakfast (252) 398-3531 Whitehurst-Adams Bed and Breakfast (252) 398-4445 Winborne House Bed and Breakfast (252) 398-5224 mur freesboronc.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Exercise Room

Barnes Hunting Lodge (252) 429-3163

Bay River Campground (252) 745-4879 bayrivercampground.com

Complimentary Breakfast

Sandy Point Resort Campground (252) 429-3094

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

The Booth House (252) 473-3515 theboothhouse.com Burrus House Inn (252) 475-1636 burrushouseinn.com Cameron House Inn (800) 279-8178 cameronhouseinn.com The Inn at Kimbeeba (866) 473-6365 The Outdoors Inn (252) 473-1356 theoutdoorsinn.com Roanoke Island Inn (877) 473-5511 roanokeislandinn.com Scarborough House Inn (252) 473-3849 scarboroughhouse inn.com Scarborough Inn (252) 473-3979 scarborough-inn.com Tranquil House Inn (800) 458-7069 1587.com White Doe Inn Bed & Breakfast (800) 473-6091 whitedoeinn.com Cheap OBX Vacations (252) 423-0815 cheapobxvacations.com Clemons Cottage (252) 256-2662 clemonscottage.com Moore Island Properties (252) 473-2434 mooreisland properties.com Pirates Cove Vacation Rentals (877) 423-4503 pirates-cove.com/ ?nck =obvb
VACATION RENTALS

Morehead City
Buccaneer Inn (800) 682-4982 magnusonhotels.com / buccaneer Budget Inn (252) 247-4043 Econo Lodge Crystal Coast (800) 533-7556 Hampton Inn (800) 467-9375 moreheadcity.hampton inn.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites (800) 465-4329 Morehead Motor Inn (252) 726-5141 Quality Inn (800) 422-5404 crystalcoasthotels.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

Kure Beach
Admirals Quarters Motel (855) 276-6835 admiralsquar ters motel.com Blue Marlin Beach Lodging (800) 458-5752 blue-marlin.com Darlings by the Sea (800) 383-8111 darlingsbythesea.com Dry Dock by the Pier (910) 458-1153 Kure Keys Motel (910) 458-5277 kurekeysmotel.com Moran Motel (910) 458-5395 Pier View Cottages & Efficiencies (910) 458-5269 palmairrealt ync.com The Sand Dunes Motel (800) 535-4984 thesanddunes.com Seven Seas Inn (866) 773-2746 sevenseasinn.com South Wind Motel (800) 874-9874 southwindmotel.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Internet

Lake Waccamaw
Lake Shore Lodge (910) 646-3748
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Nags Head
Beacon Motor Lodge (800) 441-4804 beaconmotorlodge.com Blue Heron Motel (252) 441-7447 blueheronnc.com Colonial Inn Motel (252) 441-7308 colonialinnmotel.com Comfort Inn South (800) 334-3302 hotelsobx.com Dolphin Oceanfront Motel (800) 699-1962 dolphinmotel.net Islander Motel (252) 441-6229 islandermotel.com Nags Head Inn (800) 327-8881 nagsheadinn.com Oasis Suites (252) 441-5211 oasissuites.com Ocean Side Court (252) 441-6167 oceansidecourt.com Owens Motel (252) 441-6361 owensmotel.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Indoor Pool

Miss Sadies Lakehouse vrbo.com/129997

VACATION RENTALS

Outdoor Pool

Leland
Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites (888) 370-2127 bestwesternleland.com Comfort Suites Magnolia Greens (910) 383-3300 comfor tsuitesmagnolia greens.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

A Shooting Star (800) 863-6265 homeaway.com /vacation -rental/p210738 Shoreline Preferred Properties (800) 449-2036 vacationinobx.com Wright Property Management (800) 276-7478 wpmobx.com

The Lighthouse Inn (252) 247-3133 nccoastchamber.com / lighthouseinn Foster Rentals Realty (252) 247-2048 jimfosterrealty.com
VACATION RENTALS

Lewiston Woodville
VACATION RENTALS

The Thompson-Urquhart House (919) 836-2237 vrbo.com/ 77260

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Rodeway Inn & Suites (252) 441-5242 choicehotels.com/ hotels/nc651 Sandspur Motel & Cottage Court (800) 522-8486 sandspur.net Sea Foam Motel (252) 441-7320 seafoam.com See Sea Motel (800) 635-7007 coverealt y.com Surf Side Motel (800) 552-7873 sur fsideobx.com Tar Heel Motel (252) 441-6150
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Relaxlnn B&B (252) 441-2202 relaxinn.org Sandbar Bed and Breakfast (252) 489-1868 sandbarbedand breakfast.com
VACATION RENTALS

Nags Head Realty (800) 222-1531 nagsheadrealty.com Outer Banks Resort Rentals (252) 441-2134 outerbanksresor ts.com Rentals on the Ocean (252) 441-5005 rentalsontheocean.com Seaside Vacations (866) 884-0267 outerbanks vacations.com Stan White Realty (800) 338-3233 outerbanksrentals.com Village Realty (800) 548-9688 villagerealt yobx.com
RESORTS

New Bern
HOTELS/MOTELS

Abbot Cottages & Ziegler Suites Hotel (252) 638-6868 newbernzig.com BB Hurricanes Waterfront Resort (252) 638-8566

Candlewood Suites (877) 660-8543 ichotelsgroup.com/h/d / cw /1/en/hotel/ EWNCW? hotelCode =EW NCW Comfort Suites Riverfront Park (800) 228-5150 comfor tsuites newbern.com DoubleTree Riverfront (800) 326-3745 doubletree.hilton.com / newbern Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.com Holiday Inn Express (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/ newbernnc The Palace Motel (252) 638-1151 SpringHill Suites (252) 637-0017 marriott.com /ewnsh

The Aerie Bed & Breakfast (800) 849-5553 aeriebedand breakfast.com

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Bodie Island Resort (800) 278-2945 bodieislandresort.com Cola Vaughan Realty (877) 247-2652 obxcola.com Cove Realty (800) 635-7007 coverealt y.com

Hanna House Bed & Breakfast (866) 830-4371 hannahousenc.net Harmony House (800) 636-3113 harmonyhouseinn.com Harvey Mansion Historic Inn (252) 635-3232 har veymansionhistoric inn.com Meadows Inn (877) 551-1776 meadowsinn-nc.com Sail Inn (252) 259-8507 sailinn.biz

Best Western Riverside Inn & Suites (252) 649-1717 bestwesternnorth carolina.com/hotels/ best-western-riversideinn-and-suites BridgePointe Hotel (877) 283-7713 bridgepointehotel.com
Advertising Partner, p. 153

First Colony Inn (800) 368-9390 firstcolonyinn.com

Moore Vacation Rentals (252) 480-1480 moorevacationrentals nc.com My Lagoon (252) 480-1533 mylagoon.net

Nags Head Beach Inn (800) 421-8466 nagsheadbeachinn.com

Dunes South Beach & Racquet Club (252) 441-4772 dunessouthobx.com

Broad Creek Guest Quarters Resort (252) 474-5329 broadcreekguest quarters.com

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VACATION RENTALS

Fort Point River Front Guest House (252) 717-4049 newbernriverhouse.com

Tetterton Management Group (800) 682-4882

The Winds Resort Beach Club (800) 334-3581 thewinds.com


VACATION RENTALS

The Castle on Silver Lake B&B (800) 471-8848 thecastlebb.com The Cove Bed and Breakfast (252) 928-4192 thecovebb.com Crews Inn B&B (252) 928-7011 thecrewsinn.com Oscars House Bed & Breakfast (252) 928-1311 oscarsbb.com Pams Peilcan Bed and Breakfast (888) 773-5422 pamspelican.com Thurston House Bed & Breakfast (252) 928-6037 thurstonhouseinn.com
VACATION RENTALS

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

The Captains Quarters (252) 249-0002 thecaptainsquar ters.us Cartwright House Bed and Breakfast (252) 249-1337 car twrighthouse.com The Inn at Oriental (252) 249-1078 innatoriental.com
VACATION RENTALS

Sportsmans Inn (800) 870-9993


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Restaurant On-site

New Bern Round House (252) 349-0145 newbernroundhouse.com The Resort at Fairfield Harbour (252) 638-8011 fairfieldresorts.com Vacation Resorts International (866) 469-8222 8664my vacation.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Ward Realty (800) 782-6216 wardrealt y.com

Cooke Realtors (800) 622-3224 cookerealty.com

Four Gables Bed & Breakfast (252) 793-4422 fourgablesbandb.com

Oak Island
HOTELS/MOTELS

Isle Sea You (866) 475-3732 isle-sea-you.com R. H. McClure Realty (800) 332-5476 rhmcclurerealty.com Sloane Realty Vacations (800) 843-6044 sloanevacations.com Williamson Realty (800) 727-9222 williamsonrealt y.com

Pollocksville
Country Dreams Bed and Breakfast (910) 221-7494 bbonline.com /nc / countrydreams
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Exercise Room

Blue Water Point Motel (910) 278-1230 bluewaterpoint motel.com Captains Cove Motel (910) 278-6026 realpages.com/sites/ captainscove Island Inn Motel (910) 278-6011 islandinnmotel.com Island Resort (910) 278-5644 islandresortandinn.com Oak Island Inn (910) 278-1689 Ocean Crest Motel (910) 278-3333 ocean-crest-motel.com
VACATION RENTALS

Coldwell Banker Harbour Realty (252) 249-1000

Lazy River Cottages (252) 249-2261 Mariner Realty (252) 249-1014 Old Town Hall Inn (252) 675-9424 Oriental Harbor Place Condominiums (252) 249-3783 orientalharbor.com River Dunes Harbor Club (800) 348-7618 riverdunes.com Sail/Loft Realty (252) 249-1787

Complimentary Breakfast

Moonlight Lake RV Park & Campground (252) 745-9800 moonlightlake.com

Moores River Camp (252) 670-3040 therivercamp.com

VACATION RENTALS

New Bern KOA (800) 562-3341 newbernkoa.com

Powells Point
Elan Vacations (866) 760-3526 elanvacations.com
VACATION RENTALS

Ocracoke
Anchorage Inn (252) 928-1101 theanchorageinn.com Blackbeards Lodge (800) 892-5314 blackbeardslodge.com Bluff Shoal Motel (252) 928-4301 bluffshoal.com Captains Landing (252) 928-1999 thecaptainslanding.com Edwards of Ocracoke (800) 254-1359 edwardsofocracoke.com Harborside Motel (252) 928-3111 The Island Inn (877) 456-3466 ocracokeislandinn.com Ocracoke Harbor Inn (888) 456-1998 ocracokeharborinn.com Pony Island Motel (252) 928-4411 ponyislandmotel.com Sand Dollar Motel (866) 928-5571 Silver Lake Motel & Inn (252) 928-5721 silverlakemotelandinn.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

Newport
Hostess House Courtyard (252) 223-6020
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS HOTELS/MOTELS

Blue Heron Realty (866) 576-7117 blueheronvacations.com

Internet

Advertising Partner, p. 147

Richlands
Carolina Inn (910) 324-4104
HOTELS/MOTELS

Indoor Pool

Corinnes Apartments (252) 928-5851 Lightkeepers Guest House (877) 708-7284 Ocracoke Island Realty (252) 928-6261 ocracokeisland realty.com Williams Cottages (252) 928-3811
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Goose Creek Resort (252) 393-2628 goosecreekcamping.com


Outdoor Pool

Pantego
Pungo Campground (252) 935-5023
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Waters Edge RV Resort (252) 247-0494 Whispering Pines Campground (252) 726-4902

Better Beach Rentals (877) 441-0009 bet terbeachrentals.com Margaret Rudd & Associates (800) 486-5441 rudd.com Oak Island Accommodations (800) 243-8132 oakislandgetaway.com

Sara Margaret Inn (910) 324-1313

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Pink Hill
Maxwell Mill Park (252) 568-2022 max well-mill-park.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

North Topsail Beach


Seaview Motel (910) 328-3171
HOTELS/MOTELS

Beachcomber Campground (252) 928-4031

Whippoorwill Campground (910) 324-2619 whippoorwillcamp ground.com

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Teeters Campground (800) 705-5341

Rocky Point Plymouth


Holiday Inn Express (252) 793-4700 Pinetree Motel (252) 793-3041 Port-O Plymouth Inn (800) 545-8548 por toplymouthinn.com
HOTELS/MOTELS PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Idyll-by-the-Sea Two (603) 524-4000 idyll-by-the-sea.com/ two /index.html

VACATION RENTALS

Ocean Isle Beach


The Islander Inn (888) 325-4753 islanderinn.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Oriental
Oriental Marina & Inn (252) 249-1818 orientalmarina.com River Neuse Suites (252) 249-1404 riverneuserentals.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Rocky Point Campground (910) 259-9611

Rodanthe
HOTELS/MOTELS

Island Real Estate (800) 622-6886 topsailvacation.com

Ocean Isle Inn (800) 352-5988 oceanisleinn.com

Advertising Partner, p. 155

Beach House B&B (252) 928-1411 ocracokebeachhouse.com

Sea Sound Motel (252) 987-2224 seasound.home. mindspring.com

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Midgett Realty (252) 987-2350 midget trealt y.com

Roper
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Salvo
HOTELS/MOTELS

Sealevel
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Sea Mist Camping Resort (910) 754-8916

Treasure Realty (800) 762-3961 treasurerealty.com


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Camp Hatteras RV Resort & Campground (252) 987-2777 camphatteras.com Cape Hatteras KOA (800) 562-5268 capehatteraskoa.com North Beach Campground (252) 987-9901 Rodanthe Watersports Campground (252) 987-1431 waterspor tsandcamp ground.com Saint Clair Landing (252) 987-2850

McAllisters Academy Inn (252) 791-0044 academyinn.com

Salvo Inn Motel (252) 987-2240 salvoinnmotel.com Sun Realty (800) 345-0910 sunrealtync.com

Cedar Creek Campground (252) 225-9571

Sneads Ferry
Holiday Inn Express & Suites (910) 327-8282 hiexpress.com/sneads ferr ync.com Seaward Inn (910) 327-0469 Topsail Shores (910) 685-0969 topsailshoresinn.com
VACATION RENTALS HOTELS/MOTELS

VACATION RENTALS

Woodcreek RV Park (910) 327-0409

Salter Path
Oak Grove Motel (252) 247-3533
HOTELS/MOTELS

Shallotte
HOTELS/MOTELS

Surf or Sound Realty (800) 926-6319 sur forsound.com?cid=l ink _nclist

William & Garland Motel (252) 247-3733 williamandgarland motel.com


VACATION RENTALS

Comfort Inn (800) 565-1223 choicehotels.com/hotel/ nc078 Days Inn (910) 754-3300 Econo Lodge Inn & Suites (910) 755-6444 econolodge.com/hotel/ nc686
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Southern Shores
Southern Shores Realty Services (800) 334-1000 southernshores.com
VACATION RENTALS

Scranton
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Colony By The Sea (800) 624-5869 colonybythesea.com

Van Horns Campground (252) 926-6621

Coldwell Banker-Coastline Realty (800) 497-5463 cbcoastline.com

Southport
Comfort Suites (910) 454-7444 comfor tsuites.com/ hotel/nc351
HOTELS/MOTELS

The Ocean Club (888) 237-2035 theoceanclubnc.com

S & W RV Park (910) 754-8576 ncbrunswick.com

Kathy S. Parker Real Estate (800) 327-2218 topsailbeach.com

Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 hampton-inn.com /hi / southpor t

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BridgePointe Hotel & Marina


Complimentary breakfast, sitting by the pool, incredible river views, walking distance to downtown total relaxation!
66893

(877) 283-7713 www.bridgepointehotel.com


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The Inn at River Oaks (910) 457-1100 theinnatriveroaks.com Riverside Motel (910) 457-6701 loisjanes.com/index. php/riverview-motel Wingate (910) 454-0086 wingatehotels.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS VACATION RENTALS

Cape Fear Realty (910) 457-1702 baldheadislandrentals. com/BaldHeadIsland/ VacationRentals

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

The Sunset Inn (888) 575-1001 thesunsetinn.net

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Restaurant On-site

Coastal Vacation Resorts (888) 703-5469 coastalvacationresorts oakisland.com Southport Realty (910) 457-6401 southport-realt y.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Brunswick Beaches Camping Resort (888) 562-4240 brunswickbeaches camping.com

Tiffanys Motel (800) 758-3818 tif fanysmotel.com


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Island Real Estate by Cathy Medlin (800) 622-6886 topsailvacation.com


Advertising Partner, p. 155

Coastal Management (910) 443-3397 ospreycreekrentals.com

VACATION RENTALS

Wishing Well Family Campground (910) 579-7982

The Pink Palace (910) 328-5114

VACATION RENTALS

Sloane Realty Vacations (866) 348-7138 sunsetbeachnc rental.com Sunset Properties (866) 976-8204 vacationrentalsat oceanisle.com Sunset Vacations (800) 331-6428
RESORTS

Surf City
HOTELS/MOTELS

Access Realty (800) 867-7245 accessthebeach.com A Beach Place Realty (877) 884-2522 abeachplace.com

Jean Brown Real Estate (800) 745-4480 topsailbeaches.com Lewis Realty Associates (800) 233-5211 topsailarea.com Sea Coast Properties (866) 730-7061 unitedbeach vacations.com TI Rentals (910) 328-9977 ti-rentals.com

Exercise Room

Lois Janes Riverview Inn (910) 457-6701 loisjanes.com

Woodside RV Park (910) 457-6564

Island Inn (800) 573-2566 topsailislandinn.com

Complimentary Breakfast

Robert Ruark Inn (910) 363-4169 robertruarkinn.com Southport Inn (910) 363-4359 southportncinn.com The Brunswick Inn Bed & Breakfast (910) 457-5278 brunswickinn.com

Sunset Beach
Continental Motel & Apartments (910) 579-6772 motelatsunsetbeach.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Loggerhead Inn (800) 543-6079 loggerheadinn.com SeaScape Motel (800) 745-4480 seascapemotel.net SurfSide Motel (877) 404-9162 motelsurfside.com Bryson & Associates (800) 326-0747 brysontopsail.com Century 21 Action (888) 823-2553 centur y21topsail.com A Guppy Getaway (910) 540-5528 aguppygetaway.com

Sea Trail Golf Resort (866) 368-6642 seatrail.com

Ward Realty Corp. (800) 782-6216 wardrealt y.com

Internet

Outdoor Pool

Indoor Pool

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HOTELS/MOTELS

Washington
Comfort Inn (252) 946-4444 comfor tinn.com/hotel/ nc251 Days Inn (800) 329-7466 daysinn.com Econo Lodge (252) 946-7781 econolodge.com Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.hilton.com Quality Inn (252) 946-5500 qualit yinn.com Sunset Inn of Washington (252) 946-6551 Washington Motel (252) 946-5161
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS HOTELS/MOTELS

Blackbeards Treasure Family Campground (910) 328-1206 blackbeardstreasure campground.com Laniers Campground (877) 665-5347 lanierscampground.com Surf City Family Campground (910) 328-4281

Mattamuskeet Campground (252) 926-0911

Carrollwoods RV Park & Campground (910) 653-5538 grapefullsistersvineyard .com/carrollwoods.html Yogi Bears Jellystone Park @ Daddy Joes (910) 653-2155 taborcityjellystone.com

Villas at Koru Village (252) 987-6060 spakoru.com Watermens Retreat (252) 987-6060 watermensretreat.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites (910) 285-9200 hiexpress.com

Swansboro
Hampton Inn & Suites (910) 325-9000 swansborosuites. hamptoninn.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Liberty Inn Motel (910) 285-2820 libert yinnmotel.com


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Ocean Waves Campground (252) 987-2556 oceanwavescamp ground.com

Topsail Beach
Breezeway Motel (800) 548-4694 breezewaymotel.com Jolly Roger Oceanfront Inn (800) 633-3196 thejollyroger.com Sea Vista Motel (800) 732-8478 seavistamotel.com
VACATION RENTALS HOTELS/MOTELS

Swan Quarter
Carawans Motel (877) 788-0764 carawans.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Tabor City
HOTELS/MOTELS

Lake Leamon Campground (910) 285-3857 lakeleamon.com

White Lake
Brissons Cottages & Apartments (910) 862-2495 Crystal Beach Motel (910) 862-3660 Goldstons Motel (910) 862-4064 Isleys Rooms Cottages/ Apartments (910) 862-4030 Lake Drive Real Estate (910) 862-4898 Langstons Motel (910) 862-2597 Lasleys Motel (910) 862-3473 Melwood Court (910) 862-2416 Sundeck Apartments & Motel (910) 862-2358 White Lake Motel & Campground (910) 862-3947 White Lake Holiday Resort (910) 862-4578
VACATION RENTALS HOTELS/MOTELS

Economy Inn (910) 653-3169

Wanchese
Island House of Wanchese B&B (866) 473-5619 islandhouse-bb.com Wanchese Inn (252) 475-1166 wancheseinn.com Renas Cottage (757) 285-0382 renascottage.com
VACATION RENTALS B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

The Tunnell Farmhouse B&B (252) 926-1391 tunnellfarmhouse. home.coastalnet.com

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Inn d Vine Bed & Breakfast (910) 653-4726 grapefullsisters vineyard.com

The Moss House (888) 975-3393 themosshouse.com

Bryson & Associates Inc (800) 326-0747 brysontopsail.com

The Refuge RV Park (252) 473-1096 therefuge-roanoke island.com

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

The Pamlico House Bed & Breakfast (252) 946-5001 pamlicohousebb.com


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Island Real Estate (800) 622-6886 topsailvacation.com

Warsaw
Days Inn Suites (910) 293-2525 daysinn.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

Advertising Partner, p. 155

Tranters Creek Resort & Campground (252) 948-0850 tranterscreekresor t.com

Sea Path Realty (888) 328-4201 seapathrealt y.com Topsail Realty (800) 526-6432 topsail-realty.com
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Watha
Camp Kirkwood (910) 251-9622 Ext. 223 wilmingtonfamily ymca.org
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Quality Inn (910) 293-2800 Relax Inn (910) 293-4301 Warsaw Inn (910) 293-7121

Camp Clearwater (910) 862-3365 campclear water.com Harolds Campground (910) 862-3692 Marshburns Beach (910) 862-4546 Regal Resort (910) 862-2427 Tar Heel Cottages (910) 862-3373 tarheelcottagesAT whitelake.com

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

TopsailIsland,NCisoneofthemost beautifulbeachesonthecoast.Nestled inbetweenJacksonvilleandWilmington, youwillfind26milesofperfection.A family-friendlybeachwithmom-and-pop restaurants,surfshops,coffeeshops andadorableboutiques.Comeenjoyyour vacationyearafteryear.

Ward Realty (800) 782-6216 wardrealt y.com

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Waves
VACATION RENTALS

Trenton
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

The Country Squire Vintage Inn (877) 830-1602 countr ysquireinn.com

Hatteras Realty (800) 428-8372 hat terasrealty.com

(800) 622-6886 www.topsailvacation.com

Trent River Campground (910) 326-5393 trentrivercampground.com

Outer Beaches Realty (888) 627-3750 outerbeaches.com

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HOTELS/MOTELS

Williamston
HOTELS/MOTELS

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Econo Lodge (910) 642-2378 econolodge.com Holiday Motel (910) 642-5162

Days Inn (800) 329-7466 daysinn.com

Big Mill Bed & Breakfast (252) 792-8787 bigmill.com Haughton Hall (252) 792-0070 haughtonhallnc.com
PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Americas Best Value Inn (888) 315-2378 abviwilmingtonnc.com


Advertising Partner, p. 11

Comfort Inn-University (910) 791-4841 choicehotels.com Comfort Suites (800) 424-6423 comfor tsuites.com/ hotel/nc387 Country Inn & Suites (800) 456-4000 countr yinns.com Courtyard (800) 321-2211 courtyardwilmington.com Days Inn-Market Street (800) 329-7466 wilmingtondaysinn.com Econo Lodge Inn & Suites (910) 799-6001 econolodge.com/hotelwilmington-north_caro lina-NC657 Extended Stay America (800) 398-7829 extendedstayamerica.com/ minisite/?HotelID=742

Fairfield Inn & Suites (910) 791-8082 marriott.com /ilmwe Hampton Inn & Suites Landfall Park (877) 256-9600 wrightsvillebeachlandfal lsuites.hamptoninn.com Hampton Inn Medical Park (800) 426-7866 wilmingtonmedicalpark .hamptoninn.com Hampton Inn-University Area (910) 791-9899 wilmingtonuniversitya rea.hamptoninn.com Hilton Garden Inn-Mayfaire Town Center (877) 782-9444 hgiwilmingtonnchotel.com Hilton-Riverside and Riverview Suites (800) 445-8667 wilmingtonhilton.com

Econo Lodge (252) 792-8400 econolodge.com Economy Lodge (252) 792-4106 Hampton Inn (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express (800) 465-4329 hiexpress.com/hotels/ us/en/williamston/pgv nc/hoteldetail The Inn at Moratoc (800) 792-3101 theinnatmoratoc.com Ross Motel (252) 792-4115 rossmotel.com

Baymont Inn (800) 926-5594 baymontinns.com / hotel /17793 Best Western Plus Coastline Inn (800) 617-7732 coastlineinn.com Best Western Plus Inn (800) 961-7829 bestwestern.com Best Western Plus-University Inn (800) 466-5337 bestwesternnorthcarol ina.com/hotels/bestwestern-plus-universit y -inn-wilmington The Carolinian Inn (888) 755-5008 thecarolinianinn.com

Quality Inn (910) 641-0644 qualit yinn.com


B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Farm Country Campground (252) 789-8482 farmcountrycamp ground.com

The Madison House (910) 640-2132 whitevillenc.com/ madisonhouse

Green Acres Family Campground (252) 792-3939 greenacresnc.com

Willard
Harrell House Bed & Breakfast (410) 707-7071 hhbedandbreakfast.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Wilmington
Americas Best Inn (800) 553-2666 americasbestinn wilmington.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

wilmington area & b eac hes

67149

66902

Were on the water in more ways than one. We surf, SUP, sail, kayak, fish and cruise. As the only North Carolina property with viable beaches from surf to sound, the resort offers a vacation like nowhere else. At the resort, the ocean is so close it whispers in your ear.

(800) 541-1161 www.blockade-runner.com

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The Gallery (919) 616-2304 thegaller ync.com Magnolia House (910) 233-1727 wilmingtonmagnolia house.com
RESORTS

One South Lumina Suites (800) 421-3255 onesouthlumina.info Sandpeddler Suites (800) 548-4245 thesandpeddler.com Shell Island Resort (800) 689-6765 shellisland.com Silver Gull Motel (800) 842-8894 Summer Sands Suites (800) 336-4849 summersandswb.com The Surf Suites (877) 625-9307 thesur fsuites.com Waterway Lodge (800) 677-3771 waterwaylodge.com Bryant Real Estate (800) 322-3764 bryantre.com
VACATION RENTALS

Restaurant On-site

Beau Rivage Golf & Resort (800) 628-7080 beaurivagegolf.com


PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Exercise Room

Complimentary Breakfast

Carolina Beach Family Campground (910) 392-3322 carolinabeachfamily campground.com

Frisco Pier, hatteras


Holiday Inn (800) 833-4721 wilmingtonhi.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites-University Center (888) 489-8889 hiexpress.com/ wilming ton-unv Homewood Suites-Mayfaire (800) 560-7964 homewoodsuites mayfaire.com Hotel Tarrymore (910) 763-3806 hoteltarr ymore.com Howard Johnson Express Inn (800) 654-2000 hojo.com Inn at Wilmington (888) 258-6588 innatwilming tonnor th carolina.com Jameson Inn (800) 526-3766 jamesoninns.com MainStay Suites (910) 392-1741 mainstaywilmington nc.com Quality Inn (800) 424-6423 choicehotels.com/hotel/ NC474 Ramada Conference Center (800) 272-6232 ramada.com Red Roof Inn (800) 733-7663 redroof.com Residence Inn-Landfall (800) 331-3131 residenceinn wilmingtonlandfall.com Sleep Inn (910) 313-6665 sleepinnwilmington nc.com Staybridge Suites (877) 238-8889 staywilmington.com Stemmermans Inn (888) 588-7776 stemmermans.com Suburban Extended Stay Hotel (800) 575-6085 suburban wilmington.com Super 8 (800) 800-8000 super8.com TownePlace Suites (800) 257-3000 towneplacewilmington hotel.com Travel Inn (910) 763-8217 Travelodge (800) 884-4118 travelodge.com Value Place (910) 791-1318 valueplace.com The Wilmingtonian (800) 525-0909 thewilmingtonian.com Wingate by Wyndham (866) 395-7011 wingatehotels.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Wilmington-Wrightsville Beach KOA (888) 562-5699 wilmingtonkoa.com Front Street Inn (800) 336-8184 frontstreetinn.com Graystone Inn (888) 763-4773 graystoneinn.com Hoge-Wood House Bed & Breakfast (910) 762-5299 hogewoodhouse.com Port City Guest House (888) 802-6862 por tcityguesthouse.com Rosehill Inn Bed & Breakfast (800) 815-0250 rosehill.com The Taylor House Inn Bed & Breakfast (800) 382-9982 taylorhousebb.com The Verandas (910) 251-2212 verandas.com
VACATION RENTALS

Windsor
HOTELS/MOTELS

Windsor Motel (252) 794-3444

Carolina Temple Island Inn (910) 256-2773 carolinatempleisland inn.com Holliday Vacations (888) 256-2911 hollidayvacations.com Intracoastal Realty (800) 346-2463 intracoastalrentals.com Wrightsville Sands Realty (910) 679-4082 wrightsvillesands realty.com
RESORTS

Internet

Indoor Pool

B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Inn at Grays Landing (877) 794-3501 grayslanding.com

Outdoor Pool

Windsor Campground (252) 794-2331

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

Angies Bed & Breakfast (910) 762-5790 angiesbandb.com

Woodland
Cutawhiskey Bed and Breakfast (252) 587-3667 cutawhiskeybb.com
B&BS AND COUNTRY INNS

Blue Heaven Bed & Breakfast (910) 772-9929 bbonline.com /nc / blueheaven C. W. Worth House Bed and Breakfast (800) 340-8559 wor thhouse.com Camellia Cottage Bed & Breakfast (866) 728-5272 camelliacottage.net The French House Bed & Breakfast (910) 763-3337 thefrenchhouse.com

Blockade Runner Beach Resort (800) 541-1161 blockade-runner.com

Advertising Partner, p. 157

Wrightsville Beach
Harbor Inn Suites (888) 507-9402 harborinnwb.com
HOTELS/MOTELS

The Dames Inn on Princess (910) 232-1353 thedamesinn.com

Figure Eight Realty (800) 279-6085 figure8island.com

Holiday Inn Resort (877) 330-5050 wrightsville.holidayinn resorts.com

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Mountains
Alleghany County C of C, 58 S. Main St.,
Sparta, 28675, (800) 372-5473, (336) 372-5473, sparta-nc.com

Haywood County TDA, 1233 N. Main St., Ste. I-40, Waynesville, 28786, (800) 334-9036, (828) 452-0152, visitncsmokies.com Advertising Partner, inside front cover Henderson County TDA, 201 S. Main St., Hendersonville, 28792, (800) 828-4244, (828) 693-9708, historichendersonville.org Advertising Partner, p. 54 Highlands VC & C of C, 269 Oak St., Advertising Partner, p. 54
Highlands, 28741, (828) 526-2112, highlandschamber.org

Yancey County/Burnsville C of C, 106 W.


Main St., Burnsville, 28714, (800) 948-1632, (828) 682-7413, visityancey.com

Piedmont
Alexander County C of C, 16 W. Main
Ave., Taylorsville, 28681, (828) 632-8141, visitalexandercounty.com

Ste. C, West Jefferson, 28694, (888) 343-2743, (336) 846-9550, ashechamber.com

Ashe County C of C, 01 N. Jefferson Ave., Advertising Partner, p. 2-3

Asheville CVB, 36 Montford Ave., Asheville, Advertising Partner, p. 1


28801, (800) 257-1300, (828) 258-6101, exploreasheville.com

Anson County TDA, 107C E. Wade St.,


Ste. F, Wadesboro, 28170, (704) 681-5087, discoveranson.com

Hwy., Unit 2, Banner Elk, 28604, (800) 972-2183, (828) 898-5605, averycounty.com

Avery County C of C, 4501 Tynecastle

Hot Springs TA, PO Box 66, Hot Springs, 28743, hotspringsnc.org Jackson County TDA, 773 W. Main St.,
Sylva, 28779, (800) 962-1911, (828) 586-2155, mountainlovers.com

Belmont TA, 115 N. Main St., Belmont, Burlington/Alamance County CVB, 610 s.

28012, (704) 829-4240, visitbelmontnc.org

Beech Mountain C of C, 403-A Beech


Mountain Pkwy., Beech Mountain, 28604, (800) 468-5506, (828) 387-9283, beechmountainchamber.com

Blowing Rock TDA, 159 Chestnut St., Advertising Partner, p. 2-3


Blowing Rock, 28605, (877) 750-INFO, (828) 295-4636, blowingrock.com

Advertising Partner, p. 77

mars hill, 28754, (877) 262-3476, (828) 680-9031, visitmadisoncounty.com

Madison County TDA, 56 s. main st.,

lexington ave., burlington, 27215, (800) 637-3804, (336) 570-1444, visitalamance.com

Cabarrus County CVB, 10099 Weddington Rd., Ste. 102, Concord, 28027, (800) 848-3740, (704) 782-4340, visitcabarrus.com Advertising Partner, p. 90 Caswell County C of C, 142 E. Main St.,
Yanceyville, 27379, (336) 694-6106, caswellchamber.com

Blue Ridge Mountain Host, PO Box 1806, Boone Area/Watauga County TDA, Advertising Partner, p. 2-3

Asheville, 28802, (800) 807-3391, ncblueridge.com

2511 Soco Rd., Maggie Valley, 28751, (800) 624-4431, (828) 926-1686, maggievalley.org Old Fort, 28762, (888) 233-6111, (828) 668-4282, mcdowellnc.org

Maggie Valley C of C and Area VB,

815 W. King St., Boone, 28607, (800) 852-9506, (828) 266-1345, exploreboonearea.com

McDowell County TDA, 25 W. Main St., Advertising Partner, p. 78

Chapel Hill/Orange County VB, 501 W.

Franklin St., Chapel Hill, 27516, (888) 968-2060, (919) 968-2060, visitchapelhill.org Tryon St., Charlotte, 28202, (800) 231-4636, (704) 331-2700, charlottesgotalot.com

Charlotte Visitor Info Center, 330 S.

Brevard/Transylvania County TDA, Advertising Partner, p. 51

175 E. Main St., Brevard, 28712, (800) 648-4523, (828) 883-3700, visitwaterfalls.com

Mitchell County C of C & VC, 79 Parkway


Rd., Spruce Pine, 28777, (800) 227-3912, (828) 765-9483, mitchell-county.com

Advertising Partner, inside back cover Cleveland County Tourism, 2001-76 E. Dixon Blvd., Shelby, 28152, (866) 305-9973, (704) 482-7882, tourclevelandcounty.com Advertising Partner, p. 122
Clinton, 28328, (910) 592-6177, clintonsampsonchamber.org

Burke County TDA, 110 E. Meeting St.,


Morganton, 28655, (888) 462-2921, (828) 433-6793, discoverburkecounty.com

NC High Country Host, 1700 Blowing Advertising Partner, p. 2-3


Rock Rd., Boone, 28607, (800) 438-7500, (828) 264-1299, highcountryhost.com

Caldwell County VC, 1909 Hickory Blvd. Advertising Partner, p. 75


S.E., Lenoir, 28645, (828) 726-0323, explorecaldwell.com

Northwest NC Visitor Center, 2121 US Hwy. 421 E., North Wilkesboro, 28659, (336) 667-1259, nwncvisitorcenter.com
Columbus, 28722, (800) 440-7848, (828) 894-2324, firstpeaknc.com

Clinton-Sampson C of C, 414 Warsaw Rd.,

Cashiers, 28717, (828) 743-5191, cashiers-nc.com

Cashiers Area C of C, 202 US 64 W.,

Polk County T & T, 20 E. Mills St.,

Davie County C of C & VC,

135 S. Salisbury St., Mocksville, 27028, (336) 751-3304, daviecounty.com

Cherokee County C of C, 805 US 64 W., Murphy, 28906, (828) 837-2242, cherokeecountychamber.com Cherokee Indian Reservation Cherokee WC, 498 Tsali Blvd., Cherokee, Advertising Partner, inside front cover Clay County C of C, 388 Business Hwy. 64,

Rutherford County TDA, 1990 US Hwy.


221 S., Forest City, 28043, (800) 849-5998, (828) 245-1492, rutherfordtourism.com

Dunn Area TA,

28719, (800) 438-1601, (828) 497-9195, cherokee-nc.com

Smoky Mountain Host of NC, 4437 Georgia Rd., Franklin, 28734, (800) 432-4678, (828) 369-9606, visitsmokies.org

103 e. cumberland st., dunn, 28334, (910) 892-3282, dunntourism.org

Advertising Partner, inside front cover

Durham CVB, 101 E. Morgan St., Durham, 27701, (800) 446-8604, (919) 687-0288, durham-nc.com Fayetteville Area CVB, 245 Person St.,
Fayetteville, 28301, (800) 255-8217, (910) 483-5311, visitfayettevillenc.com

Hayesville, 28904, (828) 389-3704, ncmtnchamber.com

Sugar Mountain TDA, 251 Dick Trundy Ln., Sugar Mountain, 28604, (828) 898-9292, seesugar.com Swain County C of C, 210 Main St., Bryson City, 28713, (800) 867-9246, (828) 488-3681, greatsmokies.com Advertising Partner, inside front cover Valdese Dept. of Tourism, 400 Main St.,

Franklin C of C & VC, 425 Porter St., Advertising Partner, inside front cover
Robbinsville, 28771, (800) 470-3790, (828) 479-3790, grahamcountytravel.com Franklin, 28734, (877) 524-2583, (828) 524-3161, franklin-chamber.com

Gaston County Dept. of Tourism,

620 N. Main St., Belmont, 28012, (800) 849-9994, (704) 825-4044, visitgaston.org

Graham County TTA, 12 N. Main St.,

Valdese, 28690, (828) 879-2126, visitvaldese.com

Advertising Partner, inside front cover

Wilkes C of C, 717 Main St., North Wilkesboro, 28659, (336) 838-8662, wilkesnc.org

County T & T, 308 n. William st., Goldsboro, 27530, (866) 440-2245, (919) 734-7922, visitgoldsboronc.com

Goldsboro Wayne

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Granville County C of C, 124 Hillsboro St.,
Oxford, 27565, (919) 693-6125, granville-chamber.com

Piedmont Triad VC, 700 NC Hwy. 700,

Pelham, 27311, (800) 388-9830, (336) 388-9830

Greater Franklin County C of C,


112 E. Nash St., Louisburg, 27549, (919) 496-3056, franklin-chamber.org

Pinehurst/Southern Pines/Aberdeen Area CVB, 10677 US Hwy. 15-501, Southern


Pines, 28387, (800) 346-5362, (910) 692-3330, homeofgolf.com

Warren County EDC, 501 US Hwy. 158 Business E., Warrenton, 27589, (252) 257-3114, warrencounty.com Wilson VC, 209 Broad St., Wilson, 27893, (800) 497-7398, (252) 243-8440, wilson-nc.com Advertising Partner, p. 124 Winston-Salem VC, 200 Brookstown Ave., Winston-Salem, 27101, (866) 728-4200, (336) 728-4200, visitwinstonsalem.com Advertising Partner, p. 105 Yadkin County C of C, 205 S. Jackson St.,
Yadkinville, 27055, (336) 679-2200, yadkinchamber.org

200 N. Main St., Mount Airy, 27030, (800) 948-0949, (336) 786-6116, visitmayberry.com

Greater Mount Airy C of C & VC,

Pittsboro-Siler City CVB, 964 East St., Pittsboro, 27312, (919) 542-8296, visitpittsboro.com Raeford-Hoke C of C, 101 N. Main St., Raeford, 28376, (910) 875-5929, hoke-raeford.com
Ave., Rockingham, 28379, (800) 858-1688, (910) 895-9058, richmondcountyoutdoors.com

Greater Raleigh CVB, 421 Fayetteville St.,

Advertising Partner, p. 120

Ste. 505, One Bank of America Plaza, Raleigh, 27601, (800) 849-8499, (919) 834-5900, visitraleigh.com

Richmond County TDA, 101 W. Broad

229 Kingold Blvd., #D, Snow Hill, 28580, (252) 747-5801, co.greene.nc.us Rd., Ste. 200, Greensboro, 27407, (800) 3442282, (336) 274-2282, visitgreensboronc.com

Greene County ED & Planning,

Greensboro Area CVB, 2200 Pinecroft Advertising Partner, p. 112

205, Wentworth, 27375, (800) 316-7625, (336) 3428367, ncnorthstar.com

Rockingham County TDA, 371 nc hwy. 65, ste.

Coast
Ahoskie C of C, 310 Catherine Creek Rd., Ahoskie, 27910, (252) 332-2042, ahoskiechamber.com Chowan County TDA,
116 e. king st., edenton, 27932, (800) 775-0111, (252) 482-3400, visitedenton.com

Advertising Partner, p. 124

blvd., roanoke rapids, 27870, (800) 522-4282, (252) 535-1687, visithalifax.com

Halifax County CVB, 260 Premier

Rocky Mount VB, 100 Coastline St., Historic Train Station, 2nd Fl., Rocky Mount, 27804, (800) 849-6825, (252) 972-5080, rockymounttravel.com
Innes St., Ste. 120, Salisbury, 28144, (800) 332-2343, (704) 638-3100, visitsalisburync.com

Columbus County TB, 104 E. Walter St.,


Whiteville, 28472, (910) 640-2818, discovercolumbuscounty.com

Salisbury-Rowan County CVB, 204 E.

Heart of North Carolina VB, 145-B Advertising Partner, p. 88

Crystal Coast TA, 3409 Arendell St., Advertising Partner, p. 130


Morehead City, 28557, (252) 726-8148, crystalcoastnc.org

Worth St., Asheboro, 27203, (800) 626-2672, (336) 626-0364, heartofnorthcarolina.com

Sanford Area C of C, 143 Charlotte Ave.,


Ste. 101, Sanford, 27330, (919) 775-7341, sanford-nc.com

Hickory Metro CVB, 1960 13th Ave. Dr. Advertising Partner, p. 95


S.E., Hickory, 28602, (800) 509-2444, (828) 322-1335, hickorymetro.com

Scotland County TDA, 507 W. Covington


St., Laurinburg, 28353, (704) 900-9504, (910) 277-3149, visitnc-soul.com

Point, 27260, (800) 720-5255, (336) 884-5255, highpoint.org

High Point CVB, 300 S. Main St., High Advertising Partner, p. 115

Stanly County CVB, 1000 N. First St., Ste. 11, Albemarle, 28001, (704) 986-2583, stanlycvb.com Statesville CVB, 1551 E. Broad St., Advertising Partner, p. 126
Statesville, 28625, (877) 531-1819, (704) 878-3480, visitstatesville.org

Advertising Partner, p. 144

106 caratoke hwy., moyock, 27958, (252) 435-2938, cometoourbeach.com

Currituck County Dept of T & T,

Johnston County VB, 235-A E. Market St., Advertising Partner, p. 125


Smithfield, 27577, (800) 441-7829, (919) 989-8687, johnstoncountync.org

Dismal Swamp Canal WC, 2356 US Hwy. 17 N., South Mills, 27976, (877) 771-8333, (252) 771-8333, dismalswampwelcomecenter.com Advertising Partner, p. 134 Duplin County TDA, 114 E. Hill St., Kenansville, 28349, (910) 296-2181, uncorkduplin.com Elizabeth City Area CVB, 400 S. Water St.,
Ste. 101, Elizabeth City, 27909, (866) 324-8948, (252) 335-5330, discoverelizabethcity.com

Stokes County, PO Box 20, Danbury, 27016, (336) 593-2496, stokespureplay.com Tarboro-Edgecombe C of C, 509 Trade
St., Tarboro, 27886, (252) 823-7241, tarborochamber.com

Lexington VC & TA, 114 E. Center St., Lexington, 27292, (866) 604-2389, (336) 236-4218, visitlexingtonnc.com
101 E. Main St., Lincolnton, 28092, (704) 735-3096, lincolnchambernc.org

Lincolnton-Lincoln County C of C,

Thomasville TC and VC, 44 W. Main St., Thomasville, 27360, (800) 611-9907, (336) 472-4422, thomasvilletourism.com Union County C of C, 903 Skyway Dr., Monroe, 28110, (704) 289-4567, unioncountycoc.com Vance County TDA, 946-T W.
Andrews Ave., Henderson, 27536, (866) 438-4565, (252) 438-2222, kerrlake-nc.com

Advertising Partner, p. 134

Lumberton VB, 3431 Lackey St.,

Elizabethtown-White Lake C of C,

Lumberton, 28360, (800) 359-6971, (910) 739-9999, lumberton-nc.com

103 E. Broad St., Elizabethtown, 28337, (910) 862-4368, elizabethtownwhitelake.com

Monroe Tourism & VB, 100 W. Jefferson St., Monroe, 28112, (704) 225-1085, visitmonroenc.org
265 n. main st., mooresville, 28115, (877) 661-1234, (704) 799-2400, racecityusa.org

Greenville-Pitt County CVB, 525 S. Evans St., Greenville, 27834, (800) 537-5564, (252) 329-4200, visitgreenvillenc.com Advertising Partner, p. 143 Hyde County C of C, 20646 US Hwy. 264,
Swan Quarter, 27885, (888) 493-3826, (252) 926-9171, hydecountychamber.org

Mooresville CVB,

Advertising Partner, p. 118

Ste. 102, Cornelius, 28031, (800) 305-2508, (704) 987-3300, visitlakenorman.org

Visit Lake Norman, 19900 W. Catawba Ave., Advertising Partner, p. 90

Jones County Cooperative Extension,


110 Market St., Trenton, 28585, (252) 448-9621, co.jones.nc.us

Seagrove, 27341, (336) 873-7213 Northbound, (336) 873-7203 Southbound, ncdot.org/travel/restareas

NC Visitors Centers Randolph I-73/74, One mile south of NC Hwy. 705,

Visit the Yadkin Valley, 116 e. market

Person County TDA, 29 Reams Ave., Roxboro,


27573, (336) 597-2689, visitroxboronc.com

st., elkin, 28621, (877) 728-6798, visittheyadkinvalley.com

Kinston/Lenoir County TDA, 301 N. Queen St., Kinston, 28502, (800) 869-0032, (252) 523-2500, visitkinston.com Advertising Partner, p. 139

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Martin County TDA, 415 East Blvd.,
Williamston, 27892, (800) 776-8566, (252) 792-6605, visitmartincounty.com

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State Agencies
Capital Area Visitor Services,
NC Museum of History, 5 E. Edenton St., Raleigh, 27601, (866) 724-8687, ncmuseumofhistory.org/vs/index.html

NC Coast Host, PO Box 655, New Bern,


28563, (800) 943-1099, coasthost-nc.com

20 referendum dr., bolivia, 28422, (800) 795-7263, (910) 755-5517, ncbrunswick.com

NCs Brunswick Islands/ Brunswick County TDA,

I-77 North Welcome Center, I-77 at MP


105, Dobson, 27017, (336) 320-2181

Charlotte, 28241, (704) 588-2660

I-77 South Welcome Center, I-77 at MP 1, I-85 North Welcome Center, I-85 at MP I-85 South Welcome Center, I-85 at MP 2,
Kings Mountain, 28086, (704) 937-7861

Advertising Partner, p. 132

231, Norlina, 27563, (252) 456-3236

NC Agritourism Office, 2 W. Edenton St.,


Rm. 402, Raleigh, 27601, (919) 733-7887, ncagr.com/agritourism

NCs Northeast Commission, 119 W.

Water St., Edenton, 27932, (888) 872-8562, (252) 482-4333, ncnortheast.com Front St., New Bern, 28563, (800) 437-5767, (252) 637-9400, visitnewbern.com

NC Aquariums, 3125 Poplarwood Ct.,


Ste. 160, Raleigh, 27604, (800) 832-FISH, ncaquariums.com

New Bern-Craven County CVC, 203 S. Advertising Partner, p. 153

I-95 North Welcome Center, I-95 at MP 181, Roanoke Rapids, 27870, (252) 537-3365 I-95 South Welcome Center, I-95 at MP 5,
Rowland, 28383, (910) 422-8314

NC Arts Council, 109 E. Jones St., Raleigh,


27601, (919) 807-6500, ncarts.org

Northampton County C of C, 102 E. Jefferson St.,

NC Welcome Centers, 4324 Mail Service


Center, Raleigh, 27699, (919) 733-4171, nc.commerce.com/tourism

Jackson, 27845, (252) 534-1383, northamptonchamber.org

4601 MSC, Raleigh, 27699, (919) 807-7300, ncdcr.gov

NC Dept. of Cultural Resources,

Onslow County Tourism, 1099 Gum Branch Rd., Jacksonville, 28540, (800) 932-2144, (910) 347-3141, onslowcountytourism.com
Mantro, 27954, (877) OBX4FUN, (252) 473-2138, outerbanks.org

27699, (877) 623-6748, portal.ncdenr.org/web/guest

NC Dept. of Environment & Natural Resources, 512 N. Salisbury St., Raleigh,

General Information
Blue Ridge National Heritage Area, Advertising Partner, p. 51
195 Hemphill Knob Rd., Asheville, 28803, (828) 298-5330, blueridgeheritage.com

NC Dept. of Transportation Bicycle & Pedestrian Transportation, MSC 1552,


Raleigh, 27699, (919) 707-2600, ncdot.gov/bikeped

Outer Banks VB, One Visitors Center Cir., Advertising Partner, p. 8

NC Dept. of Transportation Ferry Division, 151 NC Hwy. 24, Ste. B, Morehead


City, 28557, (800) 293-3779, ncferry.org

PO Box 2136, Asheville, 28802, (828) 670-1924, blueridgeparkway.travel

Blue Ridge Parkway Association,

Pamlico County C of C, 10642 NC Hwy. 55 E., Grantsboro, 28529, (252) 745-2239, pamlicochamber.com Partnership for the Sounds,
203 S. Ludington Dr., Columbia, 27925, (888) 737-0437, (252) 796-1000, partnershipforthesounds.org

Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Advertising Partner, inside front cover NC Association of Festivals & Events,
Blue Ridge Parkway & US 441, Cherokee, 28719, (865) 436-1200, nps.gov/grsm

1615 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, 27699, (919) 733-4181, ncsparks.gov

NC Division of Parks & Recreation,

NC Division of Tourism, Film & Sports Development, 301 N. Wilmington St.,


Raleigh, 27601, (800) 847-4862, nccommerce.com/en/TourismServices

PO Box 1642, Lexington, 27293, (877) 623-3787, ncfestivals.com

Pender County Tourism, 108 S. Cowan St., Burgaw, 28425, (888) 576-4756, (910) 259-1536, visitpender.com Advertising Partner, p. 154 Perquimans County C of C & VD,
118 W. Market St., Hertford, 27944, (252) 426-3548, historichertfordinc.org

NC Historic Sites, 430 N. Salisbury St.,


Ste. 2050, Raleigh, 27603, (919) 733-7862, nchistoricsites.org

9650 Strickland Rd., Ste. 103-254, Raleigh, 27615, ncbbi.org

NC Bed & Breakfasts and Inns,

1751 Varsity Dr., NCSU Centennial Campus, Raleigh, 27606, (919) 707-0010, ncwildlife.org

NC Wildlife Resources Commission,

NC Birding Trail, c/o NCWRC, 1722 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, 27699, (919) 604-5183, ncbirdingtrail.org NC Civil War Tourism Council, NC Paddle Trails Association,
600 Lancaster Rd., Pikeville, 27863, (919) 738-6314, ncpaddletrails.org PO Box 844, Goldsboro, 27533, nccivilwar.com

Topsail Area C of C & Tourism,

13775 NC Hwy. 50, Ste. 101, Surf City, 28445, (910) 329-4446, (800) 626-2780, topsailcoc.com

North Carolina Zoo, 4401 Zoo Pkwy.,

Asheboro, 27205, (800) 488-0444, nczoo.org

Tyrrell County VC, 203 S. Ludington Dr.,


Columbia, 27925, (252) 796-0723, partnershipforthesounds.org

North Carolinas Amtrak Train Service,


(800) BYTRAIN, bytrain.org

701 Washington St., Plymouth, 27962, (252) 793-3248, visitwashingtoncountync.com Washington, 27889, (800) 999-3857, (252) 948-9415, visitwashingtonnc.com

Washington County TDA,

NC Restaurant and Lodging Association, 6036 Six Forks Rd., Raleigh,


27609, (800) 582-8750, ncrla.biz

Washington TDA, 102 Stewart Pkwy.,

North Carolina Welcome Centers


I-26 East Welcome Center, I-26 at MP 68,
Columbus, 28722, (828) 894-2120 Mars Hill, 28754, (828) 689-4257

NC Ski Areas Association, PO Box 106, Advertising Partner, p. 59


Blowing Rock, 28605, (828) 295-7828, goskinc.com

Wilmington and Beaches CVB, 505 Nutt St., Unit A, Wilmington, 28401, (800) 222-4757, (910) 341-4030, wilmingtonandbeaches.com Advertising Partner, p. 156 Windsor/Bertie County C of C & VC,

I-26 West Welcome Center, I-26 at MP 6, I-40 West Welcome Center, I-40 at MP 10,

121 E. Granville St., Windsor, 27983, (252) 794-4277, windsorbertiechamber.com

Waynesville, 28786, (828) 627-6206

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attractions
1870 Train Depot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Abbey Nature Preserve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 ACC Hall of Champions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Ackland Art Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Adams Vineyards and Winery. . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 African American Cultural Complex. . . . . . . . 101 Airborne & Special Operations Museum. . . . . 92 Airlie Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Alamance Battleground State Historic Site . . . 87 Alamance County Historical Museum . . . . . . . 87 Alexander Dickson House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 All-a-Flutter Butterfly Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Alligator River Canoe and Small Boat Trail . . 134 Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge. . . . . 131 Allison Oaks Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Allison Woods. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Allison-Deaver House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Aloha Safari Zoo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 American Classic Motorcycle Museum . . . . . . 86 American Military Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 American Tobacco Trail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 The Andy Griffith Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Appalachian Ski Mountain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Appalachian Trail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Arboretum at Johnston Community College. . 103 Arts Galleries of Wilson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Arts of the Albemarle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Asa Biggs House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Ashe County Cheese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Asheville Historic Trolley Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Asheville Zipline Canopy Adventures . . . . . . . 50 Associated Artists of Winston-Salem Gallery. . 106 Atkinson Milling Co.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Aurora Fossil Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Autumn Creek Vineyards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Ava Gardner Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Averasboro Civil War Battlefield Museum & Chicora Cemetery. . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Ayr Mount Historic Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Backing Up Classics Motor Car Museum. . . . . 90 Badin Lake Recreation Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Badin Road Drive-In Theater. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Baker Buffalo Creek Vineyard & Winery . . . . . 97 Banner Elk Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Bannerman Vineyard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Battleship North Carolina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Beach at Lake Lure & Water Works . . . . . . . . . 55 The Beanstalk Journey at Catawba Meadows. . 56 Beaufort Historic Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Bechtler Museum of Modern Art . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Beech Mountain Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Belhaven Memorial Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Belk Visual Arts Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Bellamy Mansion Museum of History and Design Arts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 The Belle of Topsail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Benjamin Vineyards & Winery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Bennett Place State Historic Site . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Bennett Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Benson Museum of Local History. . . . . . . . . . . 87 Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Site . . . . 92 Bernice Bienenstock Furniture Library . . . . . . . 95 Big Woods Zip Line & Canopy Tour . . . . . . . . . 87 Billy Graham Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Biltmore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Birthplace of Pepsi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Black Mountain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Black Mountain/South Toe Basin . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Blackwater Kayaking Charters . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Blandwood Mansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Blount-Bridgers House/Hobson Pittman Memorial Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 The Blowing Rock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Blowing Rock Art & History Museum (BRAHM). . 51 Blue Ridge Parkway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Bluff Mountain Nature Preserve . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Bob Timberlake Gallery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Bodie Island Lighthouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Boiling Spring Lakes Preserve. . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Boones Cave Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Bost Grist Mill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Botanical Gardens at Asheville . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Brady C. Jefcoat Museum of Americana . . . . 137 Brandon Hills Vineyard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Brevard Station Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 British Cemetery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Broad River Gems and Mining Co. . . . . . . . . . . 57 Broad River Greenway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Brushy Mountain Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Buck Spring Nathaniel Macon Homeplace . . 104 Buffalo Creek Greenway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Bunker Hill Covered Bridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Burgaw Train Depot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Burgwin-Wright House Museum. . . . . . . . . . . 140 Burntshirt Vineyards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Burwell School Historic Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Busco Beach and ATV Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 C. Grier Beam Truck Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 C.W. Stokes House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Calaboose Cellars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Caldwell Heritage Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Camden County Heritage Museum . . . . . . . . 133 Cameron Art Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 The Candy Factory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Canton Area Historical Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Cape Fear Botanical Garden. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Cape Fear Museum of History & Science . . . 140 Cape Fear Riverboats (Henrietta III, Capt. J.N. Maffit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Cape Fear Segway Tours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Cape Fear Serpentarium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Cape Hatteras National Seashore . . . . . . . . . 131 Cape Lookout Lighthouse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Cape Lookout National Seashore. . . . . . . . . . 131 Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site Connemara . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Carolina Basketball Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Carolina Beach State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Carolina Divers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Carolina Heritage Vineyard & Winery . . . . . . . 92 Carolina Mist Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Carolina Outfitters Whitewater Rafting . . . . . . 52 Carolina Premium Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Carolina Raptor Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Carolina Tiger Rescue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Carolina Zipline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Carowinds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Carthage Historical Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Cashie Wetlands Walk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Caswell Center Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Caswell No. 1 Fire Station Museum . . . . . . . . 136 Cataloochee Ski Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Catawba County Museum of History. . . . . . . 100 Catawba Furniture Mall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Catawba Science Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Catechna Indian Village. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Cauble Creek Vineyard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Cedar Island National Wildlife Refuge. . . . . . 133 Cedarock Historical Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Celebration Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Celebrity Dairy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Cellar 4201 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Charlotte Hawkins Brown Museum at Historic Palmer Memorial Institute . . . . . 103 Charlotte Motor Speedway. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Charlotte Nature Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Charlotte Regional Farmers Market . . . . . . . . . 89 Chateau Laurinda Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Chatham Hill Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Cherohala Skyway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Cherokee Cellars Winery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Cherokee County Historical Museum . . . . . . . 56 Cherokee Heritage Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Cherry Hospital Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Cherryville Historical Muesum . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station Historic Site & Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Childrens Museum of Wilmington . . . . . . . . . 140 Childrens Museum of Winston-Salem . . . . . . 106 Childress Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park. . . 53 Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Chowan Arts Council Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Churches of the Frescoes Holy Trinity Church. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Churches of the Frescoes St. Marys . . . . . . . 58 City Park Carousel & Rotary Train. . . . . . . . . . 103 Clemmons Educational State Forest . . . . . . . . 89 Cleveland County Arts Center . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Cliffs of the Neuse State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Cloer Family Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Collectors Antique Mall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Columbia on the Scuppernong . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Columbia Theater Cultural Resources Center. . 133 Concord Mills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Confederate Cemetery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Conservators Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Contemporary Art Museum (CAM) . . . . . . . . 101 Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Cotton Patch Gold Mine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Country Doctor Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Country Squire Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Cowan Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Cradle of Forestry in America National Historic Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Croatan National Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 The Crossnore School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Crowders Mountain State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 CSS Neuse II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 CSS Neuse Interpretative Museum . . . . . . . . 136 Cumberland Knob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Curb Museum for Motorsports and Music . . . 97 Currituck Beach Lighthouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Cypress Bend Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Dale Earnhardt Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Dale Earnhardt Tribute Plaza. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Dale Trail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Dan Nicholas Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Dan River . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Daniel Boone Native Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Davest Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Davidson County Historical Museum. . . . . . . . 98 Deep River Camelback Truss Bridge . . . . . . . . 94

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Deep River Sporting Clays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Dellingers Mill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Delta Arts Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Dennis Vineyards Winery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Diggs Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Discovery Place. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Discovery Place Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Dismal Swamp Canal Welcome Center . . . . . 138 Dismal Swamp State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Divine Llama Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Dobbins Creek Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Docs Rocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Doughton Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Gardens . . 101 The Dragon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Duffy Electric Boats Lake Norman . . . . . . . . 91 Duke Homestead State Historic Site and Tobacco Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Duke University Chapel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Duplin County Veterans Memorial Museum . . 139 Duplin Winery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 DuPont State Recreational Forest. . . . . . . . . . . 52 Dutch Creek Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Eagle Fork Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Earnhardt Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates . . 90 Edenton National Fish Hatchery. . . . . . . . . . . 133 1886 Roanoke River Lighthouse . . . . . . . . . . . 133 82nd Airborne Division War Memorial Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Elizabethan Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Elk Knob State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Elkin Creek Vineyard & Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Emerald Hollow Mine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Emerald Village. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Energy Explorium, McGuire Nuclear Site . . . . 96 Eno River State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Enoch Winery & Vineyard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Episcopal Cemetery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Exploration Station. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Falderal Winery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Falls Lake State Recreation Area. . . . . . . . . . . 104 Fantasy Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Fascinate-U Childrens Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Fayetteville Area Transportation Museum. . . . 92 Fearrington Village. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Fields of the Wood. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Firefighters Museum of Catawba County . . . . 90 Flat Rock Playhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Flint Hill Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Flora Macdonald Gardens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Foggy Mountain Gem Mine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Folk Art Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Fontana Dam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Foothills Equestrian Nature Center (FENCE). . 58 Fort Branch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Fort Defiance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Fort Dobbs State Historic Site . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Fort Fisher State Historic Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Fort Fisher State Recreation Area. . . . . . . . . . 136 Fort Johnston Southport Museum . . . . . . . 138 Fort Macon State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Fort Raleigh National Historic Site . . . . . . . . . 136 Foscue Plantation House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Franklin Gem & Mineral Museum . . . . . . . . . . . 53 French Broad River. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Frescoes at St. Pauls Episcopal Church. . . . . . 58 Frisco Native American Museum & Natural History Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 From This Day Forward Outdoor Drama . . . . . 58 Garden Gate Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Gardens of Greensboro. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Gaston County Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Gem Mountain Gemstone Mine. . . . . . . . . . . . 57 General William C. Lee Airborne Museum . . . 91 Germanton Vineyard & Winery. . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Gertrude Smith House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Ginger Creek Vineyards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Glass Feather Studio & Gardens. . . . . . . . . . . . 52 GlenMarie Vineyards and Winery. . . . . . . . . . . 87 Gold City Gem Mine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Golden Belt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Golden Knights Practice Center . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Goldsborough Bridge Battlefield . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Goose Creek State Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Gorges State Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Governor Charles B. Aycock Birthplace State Historic Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Governor Richard Caswell Memorial . . . . . . . 136 Graham Historical Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Grandfather Mountain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Grandfather Mountain State Park. . . . . . . . . . . 55 Grandfather Vineyard & Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Granville County Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Grapefull Sisters Vineyard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery . . . . . . . . . . 104 Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum. . . . . . . . . 135 Gray Line Trolley Tours of Asheville . . . . . . . . . 50 Great Smoky Mountains National Park . . . . . . 50 Great Smoky Mountains Railroad . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Green Creek Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Green River . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Green River Plantation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Greensboro Childrens Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Greensboro Cultural Center at Festival Park. . 93 Greensboro Historical Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Greenville Museum of Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Gregory Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Grove Arcade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 The Grove Park Inn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Grove Winery & Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Guilford Courthouse National Military Park . . 93 Hammocks Beach State Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Hanging Rock State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Hanover Park Vineyard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Harmony Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Harmony Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Harper House/Hickory History Center . . . . . . . 94 Harrahs Cherokee Casino . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture . . . . . . . . . 89 Haw River Historical Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Haw, Rocky and Deep Rivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Hawksnest Resort. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Hayti Heritage Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Haywood Hall House and Gardens . . . . . . . . 101 Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve/ Stevens Nature Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Henderson County Heritage Museum. . . . . . . 54 Hendrick Motorsports Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Hexagon Wake Park at Tucker Lake . . . . . . . . . 87 Hickory Furniture Mart Catawba Valley Furniture Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Hickory Museum of Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Hiddenite Center at the Historic Lucas Mansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 High Point Museum and Historical Park. . . . . . 95 High Rock Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Highlands Area Waterfalls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Hinnant Family Vineyards & Winery . . . . . . . . 100 Historic Albemarle Tour. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Historic Bath State Historic Site . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Historic Bethabara Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Historic Brookstown Mill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Historic Carson House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Historic Currituck Settlement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Historic District Belmont Abbey . . . . . . . . . . 87 Historic District Bethania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Historic District Brevard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Historic District Dallas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Historic District Gold Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Historic District Goldston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Historic District Henderson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Historic District Hertford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Historic District Hot Springs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Historic District Kenansville . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Historic District Lexington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Historic District Milton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Historic District Mocksville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Historic District Monroe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Historic District Morganton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Historic District Mount Airy: Mayberry . . . 99 Historic District Mount Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Historic District Murfreesboro . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Historic District Warrenton. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Historic District West Jefferson . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Historic District Wilmington . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Historic District Winton. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Historic District Yanceyville . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Historic District Walking Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Historic District Flat Rock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Historic District Hendersonville . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Historic Durham Athletic Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Historic Edenton State Historic Site . . . . . . . . 134 Historic Halifax State Historic Site . . . . . . . . . . 94 Historic Hope Plantation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Historic John Blue House and Heritage Center. . 97 Historic Johnson Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Historic Lake Landing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Historic Latta Plantation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Historic Lumberton Riverside Walkabouts . . . 98 Historic National Cemetery and Confederate Prison Site. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Historic Oak Grove School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Historic Oak View County Park . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Historic Occoneechee Speedway Trail . . . . . . 96 Historic Orchard at Altapass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Historic Rosedale Plantation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Historic Salisbury Trolley Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Historic Shaw House Properties . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Historic Snow Camp Outdoor Theatre . . . . . 103 Historic Stagville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Historic Trolley Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Historic Yates Mill County Park . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 History Museum of Burke County . . . . . . . . . . 56 The History Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Hollywood Location Walk of Old Wilmington. . 140 Holmes Educational State Forest . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Horace Williams House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Horizon Cellars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Horn in the West Outdoor Drama . . . . . . . . . . 52 Horne Creek Living Historical Farm State Historic Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Horsedrawn Tours of Wilmington. . . . . . . . . . 140 House in the Horseshoe State Historic Site. . 102 House of Flags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Howell Woods Environmental Learning Center. . 92 Huffman Vineyards & Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Hutton Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Hyco Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Hyco Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Imagination Station Science Museum . . . . . . 105 ImaginOn: The Joe & Joan Martin Center . . . 89 Imperial Centre for the Arts & Sciences . . . . 102 Ingram Planetarium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 International Civil Rights Center & Museum . . 93 International Linemans Museum . . . . . . . . . . 103 Iredell Museums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 J.E. Priddys General Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Jambbas Ranch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Jennettes Pier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Jesse Helms Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Jockeys Ridge State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Joel Lane Museum House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 John C. Campbell Folk School . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Museum. . . 92 Johnnie Mercers Pier. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

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Jones Lake State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Joppa Cemetery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Jordan Lake Educational State Forest . . . . . . . 89 Jordan Lake State Recreation Area . . . . . . . . . 86 Josephus Hall House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 JR Motorsports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Judaculla Rock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Julian Price Memorial Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Junaluska Museum, Memorial and Medicine Plant Trail. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park & Waterpark . . 140 Junius Lindsay Vineyard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Kerr Lake State Recreation Area . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Kerr Mill at Sloan Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Kersey Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 KidSenses Childrens Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Kidzu Childrens Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Kings Mountain Fire Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Kings Mountain Gateway Trails. . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Kings Mountain Historical Museum . . . . . . . . . 97 Krners Folly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Kyle Busch Motorsports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Lake Gaston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Lake James Cellars. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Lake James State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Lake Norman. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Lake Norman State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Lake Road Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Lake Waccamaw State Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Lake Wylie Kayak Rentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Land of the Waterfalls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Latimer House Museum and Gardens . . . . . . 140 Latta Plantation Nature Preserve . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Laurel Gray Vineyards & Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Lazy 5 Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Legends of Harley Drag Racing Museum . . . 101 Lejeune Memorial Gardens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Levine Museum of the New South . . . . . . . . . . 89 Liberty Hall Plantation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Linbrook Heritage Estate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Linneys Mill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Linville Caverns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Little River Vineyards and Winery. . . . . . . . . . 100 Locklear Vineyard & Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 The Lost Colony Outdoor Drama . . . . . . . . . . 136 Love Valley Old West Town . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Lu Mill Vineyards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Lucky Strike Gold & Gem Mine. . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Lumbee Indian Museum of the Carolinas . . . . 97 Lumber River State Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Lumina Winery & Brewery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Lynnwood Park Zoo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge. . . . . 136 Macon County Historical Museum . . . . . . . . . . 53 Madison County Courthouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Malcolm Blue Farm & Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Marbles Kids Museum and Wells Fargo IMAX Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Market House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Martin Vineyards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Mast General Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge . . . . 139 May Museum and Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Mayo Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Mayo River State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 McDowell Nature Center & Preserve . . . . . . . . 89 McRitchie Winery & Ciderworks . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Medoc Mountain State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Memory Lane Motorsports & Historic Automotive Museum . . . . . . . . . . 99 MenaRick Vineyard & Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Mendenhall Plantation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Merchants Millpond State Park. . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Metrolina Greenhouses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Mexico Cardenas Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Michael Waltrip Racing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Mikes Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Mill Village Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Millis Regional Health Education Center . . . . . 95 Millstone Creek Orchards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Mineral and Lapidary Museum of Henderson County. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Mint Museum Randolph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Missiles & More Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Misty Creek Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Montford Point Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Montrose Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Moore House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Moorefields. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Moores Creek National Battlefield. . . . . . . . . 133 Mordecai Historic Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Morehead Planetarium and Science Center . . 89 Morgan Ridge Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Morganton Railroad Depot & Museum . . . . . . 56 Morrow Mountain State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Moses H. Cone Memorial Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Moss Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Mount Airy Museum of Regional History. . . . . 99 Mount Jefferson State Natural Area . . . . . . . . 55 Mount Mitchell State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Mountain Farm Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Mountain Gateway Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Mountain Heritage Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Moving Sidewalk Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Mrs. Hanes Hand-Made Moravian Cookies . . 90 Murrays Mill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Museum of American Cut & Engraved Glass . . 55 Museum of Anthropology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Museum of Coastal Carolina. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Museum of Life + Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Museum of NC Minerals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Museum of NC Traditional Pottery. . . . . . . . . 103 Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts. . . . . . 58 Museum of Old Domestic Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Museum of Scotland County. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Museum of the Albemarle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Museum of the Alphabet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Museum of the Cape Fear Historical Complex. . 92 Museum of the Cherokee Indian . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Museum of the Waxhaws & Andrew Jackson Memorial . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Museum of Yancey County History . . . . . . . . . 52 My Aloha Paddle Sports and Fitness . . . . . . . . 90 Mystery Hill Heritage & Native Artifact Museums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Nags Head Woods Ecological Preserve . . . . 136 Nantahala Gorge Canopy Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Nantahala Gorge Ruby Mine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Nantahala National Forest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Nantahala Outdoor Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Nantahala River. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 NASCAR Hall of Fame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University . . . 91 National Railroad Museum and Hall of Fame . . 94 Native American Resource Center . . . . . . . . . 100 Native Vines Winery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Natural Science Center of Greensboro . . . . . . 93 Navitat Canopy Adventures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 NC Auto Racing Hall of Fame and Walk of Fame. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 NC Pottery Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Neuseway Nature Preserve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 New Bern Firemens Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 New Bern Historic Trolley Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 New River . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 New River State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 New River Winery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Newbold-White House: A Colonial Quaker Homestead . . . . . . . . . . 135 1910 Dentzel Menagerie Carousel . . . . . . . . . . 87 Nolichucky River . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Noni Bacca Winery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher . . . . 136 North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island . . 136 North Carolina Arboretum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 North Carolina Aviation Museum & Hall of Fame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 North Carolina Baseball Museum. . . . . . . . . . 105 North Carolina Botanical Garden . . . . . . . . . . . 89 North Carolina Central University Art Museum . . 91 North Carolina Collection Gallery . . . . . . . . . . 89 North Carolina Estuarium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 North Carolina Executive Mansion. . . . . . . . . 101 North Carolina Homespun Museum . . . . . . . . 50 North Carolina Maritime Museum . . . . . . . . . 131 North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 North Carolina Museum of Art . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 North Carolina Museum of Forestry . . . . . . . 140 North Carolina Museum of History . . . . . . . . 101 North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. . 101 North Carolina Railroad Museum/ New Hope Valley Railway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame. . . . . . . . 101 North Carolina State Capitol. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 North Carolina State Legislative Building . . . 101 North Carolina Transportation Museum . . . . 103 North Carolina Veterans Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 North Carolina Vietnam Veterans Memorial . . 104 North Carolina Zoo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Oak Hollow Lake Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Oak Island Lighthouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Oak Island Nature Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Oakboro Regional Museum of History . . . . . 100 Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area . . 96 Oconaluftee Indian Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Oconaluftee River. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Ocracoke Lighthouse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Ocracoke Preservation Society Museum. . . . 138 Old Baldy Lighthouse & Smith Island Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Old Fort Arrowhead Monument. . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Old Fort Railroad Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Old Mill of Guilford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Old Neck Rural Historic District . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Old North State Winery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Old Salem Museums and Gardens. . . . . . . . . 106 Old Stone House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Old Stone Winery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Old Waynesborough Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Olde Mill Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Oliver Nestus Freeman Round House Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Olympic Dive Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Onslow County Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Orange County Historical Museum . . . . . . . . . 96 Oregon Inlet Fishing Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Orientals History Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail . . 50 Overmountain Vineyards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Owls Eye Vineyard & Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Page-Walker Arts & History Center . . . . . . . . . 87 Pamlico County Heritage Center . . . . . . . . . . 134 Parker-Binns Vineyard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Pattersons Mill Country Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge . . . . . . . . 131 Pearsons Falls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge . . . . . . . . . . 86 Penland School of Crafts Penland Gallery . . 56 Penske Racing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Periauger: An 18th Century Sailing Vessel . . 135 Perry Lowe Orchards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Person County Museum of History. . . . . . . . . 102 Pettigrew State Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

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Pettys Garage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Piedmont Environmental Center of High Point . . 95 Piedmont Triad Farmers Market . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Pilot Mountain State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education . . . . . . . . 56 Pisgah Covered Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Pisgah National Forest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 The Pit Indoor Kart Racing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Pitt County Arboretum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Plumtree Canopy Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge. . . . . 131 Polk County History Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Poplar Grove Plantation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Port Discover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Port OPlymouth Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Powells Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Precious Alpaca Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 President James K. Polk State Historic Site . . 100 Presidential Culinary Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Providence Burial Ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Quaker Meadows Plantation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Qualla Arts & Crafts Mutual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Queens Landing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Rachel Carson Estuarine Reserve . . . . . . . . . . 131 Raffaldini Vineyards & Winery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 RagApple Lassie Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Raintree Cellars Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Raleigh City Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Raleigh Farmers Market. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre. . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Randleman Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Rankin Museum of American Heritage . . . . . . 92 Raven Rock State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Rays Splash Planet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 RayLen Vineyards & Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 RCR Racing Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Reed Gold Mine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Remembering Tillery History House . . . . . . . 104 Rendezvous Mountain Educational State Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Replacements, Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Reynolda House Museum of American Art . . 106 Richard Petty Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Richland Creek ZipLine Canopy Tour. . . . . . . . 86 Richmond Miles History Museum. . . . . . . . . . 106 RiverPark at Cooleemee Falls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Riverside Cemetery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Riverside Mill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Roan Mountain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Roanoke Canal Museum & Trail . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Roanoke Island Festival Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Roanoke River Lighthouse and Maritime Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Roanoke River National Wildlife Refuge . . . . 141 Roanoke River Paddle Trail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Roanoke Valley Veterans Museum . . . . . . . . . 102 Roanoke/Cashie River Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Robeson County Showcase Museum. . . . . . . . 98 Robeson Planetarium & Science Center . . . . . 98 Rock of Ages Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Rockford General Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Rocky Mount Fire Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Rocky River Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Rosetta C. Baldwin African-American Museum. . 95 Round Peak Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Roush Fenway Racings Team Shops, Museum. . 90 Rowan Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Ruffin-Rouhlac House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Rural Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 RushHour Karting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Saint Paul Mountain Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Salisbury Heritage Walking, History & Art Tours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Sam Bass Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Sam J. Ervin, Jr. Library and Museum . . . . . . . 56

Sampson County History Museum. . . . . . . . . . 90 Sanctuary Vineyards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Sanders Ridge Vineyard & Winery . . . . . . . . . . 87 Sandhills Horticultural Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Santas Land Fun Park & Zoo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Sapphire Valley Ski Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Sarah P. Duke Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 SciWorks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Scottish Heritage Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Scottish Tartans Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Scream Time Zipline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Scuppernong River Interpretive Trail . . . . . . . 133 Seagrove Orchids. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Seagrove Potteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 A Secret Garden Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Segway of the Outer Banks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Selma Antiques District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Seymour Johnson Air Force Base. . . . . . . . . . . 93 Shackleford Banks Wild Horses . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Shadow Springs Vineyard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Shelton Vineyards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Shunkawauken Falls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 SilkHope Winery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Silver Coast Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Silvermont Mansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Single Sisters House Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Sliding Rock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Slightly Askew Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Smith-McDowell House Museum . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Smoky Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine . . . . . . . . 53 Smoky Mountain Jet Boats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Somerset Place State Historic Site . . . . . . . . . 133 South Creek Vineyards and Winery . . . . . . . . . 56 South Mountains State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art (SECCA). . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Southern Appalachian Radio Museum. . . . . . . 50 Southern Charm Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Southern Supreme Gourmet Specialties . . . . . 86 St. Thomas Episcopal Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Stanly County Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Starrlight Mead. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center . . . . . . . . . 57 Stephens Vineyard & Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Stewart Haas Racing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Stone Mountain State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Stonefield Cellars Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Stony Knoll Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Stony Mountain Vineyards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Sugar Mountain Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Sullivan Estate Vineyard & Winery . . . . . . . . . . 55 Swan Quarter National Wildlife Refuge . . . . . 139 Swannanoa Valley Musuem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Sweet Vine Wine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Sylvan Heights Bird Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Tanger Outlet Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Tanger Outlet Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Tanger Shoppes on the Parkway . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Tanglewood Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Tarboro National Recreation Trail. . . . . . . . . . 104 Taxidermy Hall of Fame of NC/Antique Tool Museum/Creation Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Textile Heritage Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Theatre Art Galleries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area . . . . . . . . . 138 30 Acres and a Mule Farm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Thistle Meadow Winery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Thomas Wolfe Memorial State Historic Site . . 50 3 Rivers Outfitters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Tobacco Farm Life Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Tom Clark Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Toms Creek Farm & Nursery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Town Creek Indian Mound State Historic Site. . 100 Transylvania Heritage Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Treehouse Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Triangle Glides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Tryon Palace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Tuckasegee River . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Tufts Archives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Turchin Center for the Visual Arts. . . . . . . . . . . 52 Turnbull Creek Educational State Forest . . . . 134 Tuttle Educational State Forest. . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Tweetsie Railroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 20 Miles of Furniture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 U.S. Legend Cars International . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 U.S. National Whitewater Center . . . . . . . . . . . 89 UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens . . . . . . . . . . 89 University Galleries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Uptown Gallery Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 US Marine Corps Aviation Exhibit . . . . . . . . . 135 Uwharrie National Forest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Uwharrie Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Valley River Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Ventosa Plantation Vineyard & Winery . . . . . 102 Victory Lane Indoor Karting Center . . . . . . . . . 89 Vineyards At Southpoint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Vineyards on the Scuppernong . . . . . . . . . . . 133 W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir. . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Waldensian Heritage Wines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Waldensian Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Waldensian Trail of Faith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Walter L. Stasavich Science & Nature Center. . 135 Watauga River. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Waterworks Visual Arts Center . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Wayne County Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Weatherspoon Art Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Weathervane Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Weeksville Vineyards & Cellars . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 West Point on the Eno City Park. . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Westbend Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Western North Carolina Air Museum. . . . . . . . 54 Western North Carolina Farmers Market. . . . . 51 Western North Carolina Nature Center. . . . . . 51 Wet N Wild Emerald Pointe Water Park . . . . . 94 Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve . . 103 Whalehead Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Wheels Through Time Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Whippoorwill Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Whirligigs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Whistlestop Exhibit at Company Shops Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Whiteside Mountain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Wild Horse Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Wilderness Taxidermy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Wildlife Museum & Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Wildwater Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Wilkes Community College Gardens . . . . . . . . 58 Wilkes Heritage Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 William B. Umstead State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Wilmington Railroad Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Wilmington Trolley Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Wilson Botanical Garden. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Wilson Rose Garden. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Windsor Run Cellars. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 The Winery at Iron Gate Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Winston Cup Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Wolf Ridge Ski Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Wolfe Wines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Wolfes Angel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Wood Brothers Racing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 WoodMill Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Worlds Largest Chair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Worlds Largest Chest of Drawers . . . . . . . . . . 95 Worlds Largest Highboy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Worlds Largest Open-Face Granite Quarry . . 99 Wright Brothers National Memorial . . . . . . . . 136 Wrightsville Beach Museum of History . . . . . 141 Zebulon B. Vance Birthplace State Historic Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Zimmerman Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 ZipQuest Waterfall & Treetop Adventure . . . . 92

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Aberdeen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86, 107 Advance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Ahoskie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Albemarle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86, 107 Almond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Andrews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50, 60 Angier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Apex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86, 107 Ararat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Archdale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Arden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Asheboro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86, 107 Asheville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50, 60 Atlantic Beach . . . . . . . . . 131, 142 Aurora . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131, 142 Avon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Badin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Bailey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Bakersville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51, 63 Bald Head Island . . . . . . . 131, 142 Balsam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Balsam Grove . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Banner Elk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51, 63 Barco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Barnardsville . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51, 63 Bat Cave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Bath . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131, 142 Bayboro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Bear Creek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Beaufort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131, 142 Beech Mountain . . . . . . . . . 51, 64 Belhaven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131, 142 Belmont . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87, 107 Benson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87, 107 Bessemer City . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Bethania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Beulaville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Biscoe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Black Creek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Black Mountain . . . . . . . . . . 51, 64 Blowing Rock . . . . . . . . . . . . 51, 64 Boiling Spring Lakes . . . . . . . . 131 Boiling Springs . . . . . . . . . . 87, 107 Boomer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Boone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52, 65 Boonville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87, 107 Bostic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Brasstown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52, 65 Brevard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52, 65 Bryson City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52, 66 Bunnlevel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Burgaw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131, 143 Burlington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87, 108 Burnsville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52, 67 Buxton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133, 143 Calabash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Camden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133, 143 Cameron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Candler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Canton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52, 68 Cape Carteret . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Carolina Beach . . . . . . . . . 133, 143 Carthage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87, 108 Cary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87, 108 Cashiers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Caswell Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Catawba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Cedar Island . . . . . . . . . . . 133, 143 Cedar Mountain . . . . . . . . . 52, 68 Cedar Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Chadbourn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Chapel Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87, 108 Charlotte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89, 108 Cherokee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52, 68 Cherryville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Chimney Rock . . . . . . . . . . . 53, 69 Chocowinity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Claremont . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89, 110 Clayton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89, 110 Clemmons . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90, 110 Clinton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90, 110 Clyde . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Coinjock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Colfax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Collettsville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Columbia . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133, 145 Columbus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53, 69 Concord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90, 111 Connelly Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Conover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90, 111 Cooleemee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Cornelius . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90, 111 Corolla . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133, 145 Creedmoor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Creston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Creswell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133, 145 Crossnore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Crumpler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Cullowhee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53, 69 Currie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Currituck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133, 145 Dallas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90, 111 Danbury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91, 111 Davidson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91, 111 Deep Gap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Denton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Denver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91, 111 Dillsboro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Dobson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91, 111 Dublin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133, 145 Duck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Dunn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91, 111 Durham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91, 111 Eagle Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 East Bend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91, 113 East Flat Rock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Eden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92, 113 Edenton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133, 145 Edneyville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Edward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134, 145 Efland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Elizabeth City . . . . . . . . . . 134, 145 Elizabethtown . . . . . . . . . 134, 145 Elk Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Elkin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92, 113 Ellerbe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Elon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Emerald Isle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Enfield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Engelhard . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134, 145 Ennice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53, 70 Etowah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Eure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Evergreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Fairfield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134, 147 Fairview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Farmville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134, 147 Fayetteville . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92, 113 Ferguson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53, 70 Flat Rock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53, 70 Fleetwood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Fletcher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Fontana Dam . . . . . . . . . . . . 53, 70 Forest City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Fort Bragg . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92, 114 Foscoe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53, 71 Four Oaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92, 114 Franklin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53, 71 Fremont . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Frisco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134, 147 Fuquay-Varina . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Garner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92, 114 Garysburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Gastonia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92, 114 Gates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Gatesville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Germanton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Gerton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Gibsonville . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93, 114 Glade Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Glen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Glen Alpine . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54, 72 Glendale Springs . . . . . . . . . 54, 72 Glenville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Godwin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Gold Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93, 114 Golden Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Goldsboro . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93, 114 Goldston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Graham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93, 114 Grandy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Granite Falls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Granite Quarry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Grantsboro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Grassy Creek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Green Mountain . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Greensboro . . . . . . . . . . . . 93, 114 Greenville . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135, 147 Grifton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Grimesland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Grover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94, 115 Gulf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Halifax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Hamilton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Hamlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Hampstead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Hamptonville . . . . . . . . . . . 94, 115 Harkers Island . . . . . . . . . 135, 148 Harmony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Harrisburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Hatteras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135, 148 Havelock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135, 148 Haw River . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94, 115 Hayesville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54, 72 Henderson . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94, 115 Hendersonville . . . . . . . . . . . 54, 72 Hertford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135, 148 Hickory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94, 116 Hiddenite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94, 116 High Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94, 116 Highlands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54, 73 Hildebran . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Hillsborough . . . . . . . . . . . 96, 116 Holden Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Hollister . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Holly Ridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Holly Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Hope Mills . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96, 116 Horse Shoe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Hot Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55, 73 Hubert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Hudson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Huntersville . . . . . . . . . . . . 96, 116 Hurdle Mills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Icard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Indian Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Jackson Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Jacksonville . . . . . . . . . . . 135, 148 Jamestown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Jarvisburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135, 148 Jefferson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55, 73 Jonas Ridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Jonesville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Julian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Kannapolis . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 116 Kenansville . . . . . . . . . . . . 136, 148 Kenly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 117 Kernersville . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 117 Kill Devil Hills . . . . . . . . . . 136, 148 King . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Kings Mountain . . . . . . . . . 97, 117 Kinston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136, 149 Kittrell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Kitty Hawk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Knightdale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Knotts Island . . . . . . . . . . 136, 150

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Moyock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Murfreesboro . . . . . . . . . . 137, 150 Murphy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56, 77 Nags Head . . . . . . . . . . . . 137, 150 Nantahala . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Nebo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56, 78 New Bern . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137, 151 New Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100, 119 New London . . . . . . . . . . 100, 120 Newland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Newport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137, 152 Newton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100, 120 North Topsail Beach . . . . . . . . 152 North Wilkesboro . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Norwood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Oak Island . . . . . . . . . . . . 137, 152 Oak Ridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Oakboro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Ocean Isle Beach . . . . . . . 138, 152 Ocracoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138, 152 Old Fort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56, 79 Oriental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138, 152 Orrum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Otto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Oxford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100, 120 Pantego . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Pembroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100, 120 Penland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Penrose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Pikeville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Pilot Mountain . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Pine Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Pine Knoll Shores . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Pine Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Pinebluff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Pinehurst . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100, 120 Pineola . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Pineville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100, 120 Piney Creek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Pink Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Pinnacle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100, 120 Pisgah Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . 56, 79 Pittsboro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100, 120 Pleasant Garden . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Plumtree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56, 79 Plymouth . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138, 152 Pollocksville . . . . . . . . . . . 138, 152 Powells Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Princeton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Purlear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56, 79 Raeford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Raleigh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101, 121 Ramseur . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Randleman . . . . . . . . . . . . 101, 123 Red Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Reidsville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Richfield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Richlands . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138, 152 Ridgecrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Ridgeway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Roanoke Rapids . . . . . . . . 101, 123 Roaring Gap . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57, 79 Robbinsville . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57, 79 Rockingham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Rocky Mount . . . . . . . . . . 102, 123 Rocky Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Rodanthe . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138, 152 Ronda . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Roper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Rose Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Rosman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Roxboro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102, 123 Ruther fordton . . . . . . . . . . . 57, 80 Salemburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Salisbury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102, 123 Salter Path . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Saluda . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57, 80 Salvo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Sandy Ridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Sanford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102, 124 Sapphire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57, 81 Scaly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Scotland Neck . . . . . . . . . 102, 124 Scotts Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Scranton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Seagrove . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103, 124 Sealevel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Sedalia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Selma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103, 124 Seven Devils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Seven Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Shallotte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Sharpsburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Shelby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103, 125 Sherrills Ford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Siler City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103, 125 Sims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Smithfield . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103, 125 Sneads Ferry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Snow Camp . . . . . . . . . . . 103, 125 Snow Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 South Mills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Southern Pines . . . . . . . . . 103, 125 Southern Shores . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Southport . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138, 153 Sparta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57, 81 Spencer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Spindale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Spring Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Spruce Pine . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57, 81 Stanley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Star . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 State Road . . . . . . . . . . . . 104, 125 Statesville . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104, 125 Stokesdale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Stoneville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Sugar Grove . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Sugar Mountain . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Sunset Beach . . . . . . . . . . 138, 154 Surf City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139, 154 Swan Quarter . . . . . . . . . . 139, 155 Swannanoa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Swansboro . . . . . . . . . . . . 139, 155 Sylva . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58, 81 Tabor City . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139, 155 Tarboro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104, 126 Taylorsville . . . . . . . . . . . . 104, 126 Thomasville . . . . . . . . . . . 104, 126

Thurmond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Tillery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Todd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58, 82 Topsail Beach . . . . . . . . . . 139, 155 Topton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Townsville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Traphill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Trenton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Trinity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Troutman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Troy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104, 126 Tryon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58, 82 Tuckasegee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Union Grove . . . . . . . . . . . 104, 126 Union Mills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Valdese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Vale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Valle Crucis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58, 82 Vass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Vilas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58, 82 Wade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Wadesboro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Wagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104, 126 Wake Forest . . . . . . . . . . . 104, 126 Wallace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Walnut Cove . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Wanchese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Warrensville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Warrenton . . . . . . . . . . . . 104, 126 Warsaw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139, 155 Washington . . . . . . . . . . . 139, 155 Watha . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Waves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Waxhaw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Waynesville . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58, 82 Weaverville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58, 82 Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Weldon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105, 126 Wendell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 West Jefferson . . . . . . . . . . . 58, 83 Westfield . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105, 126 Whispering Pines . . . . . . . . . . . 126 White Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 White Oak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Whiteville . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140, 157 Whitsett . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Whittier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Wilkesboro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58, 83 Willard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 Williamston . . . . . . . . . . . 140, 157 Willow Spring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Wilmington . . . . . . . . . . . . 140, 157 Wilson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105, 126 Windsor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141, 158 Wingate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Winnabow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Winston-Salem . . . . . . . . 106, 127 Winton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Woodland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Wrightsville Beach . . . . . . 141, 158 Yadkinville . . . . . . . . . . . . 106, 127 Yanceyville . . . . . . . . . . . . 106, 127 Zebulon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Zionville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Zirconia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

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Americas Best Value Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Asheville Cabins at Willow Winds. . . . . . . . . . . 62 Asheville CVB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Atlantic Beach Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Bald Head Island Limited . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Battleship North Carolina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 Billy Graham Evangelistic Association . . . . . . . . 6 Biltmore Farms Hotels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 The Blockade Runner Resort. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 Blue Heron Realty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Blue Ridge National Heritage Area . . . . . . . . . 51 Brevard/Transylvania County Tourism . . . . . . . 51 Bridge Pointe Hotel & Marina . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Brindley Beach Vacations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Brunswick County TDA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Cabarrus County CVB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Cape Fear Coast CVB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority . . . . . . . . . inside back cover The Crystal Coast Tourism Authority . . . . . . . 130 Currituck County Tourism Department . . . . . 144 Dismal Swamp Welcome CenterCamden TDA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Elizabeth City Area CVB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Emerald Isle Realty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Great Wolf Lodge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Greater Raleigh CVB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Greensboro Area CVB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Greenville Pitt County CVB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 The Grove Park Inn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Halifax County CVB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Heart of North Carolina Visitors Bureau . . . . . 88 Hendersonville Travel & Tourism . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Hickory Furniture Mart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Hickory Metro CVB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 High Point CVB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Highlands Area Chamber of Commerce . . . . . 54 Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Downtown . . . . . 62 Homewood Suites by Hilton Asheville. . . . . . . 62 Hot Springs Resort & Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Inn on Biltmore Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Island Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Johnston County Visitor Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Kinston/Lenoir County TDA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Lenoir TDA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Madison County TDA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 McDowell County TDA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Mooresville CVB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 NC High Country Host. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 NC Ski Area Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 New Bern Craven County CVB . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Old Salem Museum & Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Oregon Inlet Fishing Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Outer Banks Visitors Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Pender County Tourism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Ramada Plaza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Residence Inn Biltmore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Reynolda House Museum of Art. . . . . . . . . . . 105 Smoky Mountain Host of NC . . . inside front cover Statesville CVB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Sun Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Tour Cleveland County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Visit Lake Norman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Visit Winston-Salem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Wilson Visitors Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

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