Northwest North Carolina Visitor Center

Northwest North Carolina Visitor Center Northwest North Carolina Visitor Center & Rest Stop is a warm, inviting place for travelers to stop & stretch their legs. Today, DOT has a new color, green!"

We provide information on things to do, places to stay or eat, find directions, and more. The Northwest North Carolina Visitors Center, designed by Raleigh-based architectural firm Innovative Design, is North Carolina Department of Transportation's first "sustainable" building design to implement LEED (Leadership of Energy and Environmental Design). The project has been designed to a LEED Gold sta

ndard. The Visitors Center, located about half a mile west of the intersection of US 421 and NC 115, serves a dual purpose: first, as a visitors center for Wilkes County and the Western mountain region of North Carolina, and second, as a highway rest area for Highway 421. The green facility will actively promote educating the general public on sustainable building design, with particular emphasis on energy efficiency and water conservation. By employing a beautiful green trail it also encourages those taking a break from driving to exercise while enjoying the site's natural features. From the building's solar systems, rainwater harvesting, day-lighting and green products to the numerous environmentally-sound site features, the Northwest North Carolina Visitors Center is a wonderful opportunity for visitors to learn more about practical green strategies. At the Visitors Center opening ceremony on October 1st, 2009, Department of Transportation Secretary, Eugene A Conti, Jr., highlighted NCDOT's increased emphasis on sustainable design by stating, "People think DOT's color is either yellow from our trucks or orange from construction cones.

Red Dog Bar/Bistro West Jefferson thanks for sharing
01/17/2025

Red Dog Bar/Bistro West Jefferson thanks for sharing

Happy 64th birthday Katy ๐Ÿ˜œ!!!
Thanks for celebrating with us! ๐Ÿฅณ

Watauga Online thanks for sharing
01/17/2025

Watauga Online thanks for sharing

Dixie donuts Wilkesboro thanks for sharing
01/17/2025

Dixie donuts Wilkesboro thanks for sharing

Please give us a call to place your Valentineโ€™s Day orders. We have already had several orders placed and want to make sure we have plenty for everyone โค๏ธ๐Ÿฉ๐Ÿฅฐ
(336-921-4555)

Southern On Main - Elkin thanks for sharing
01/17/2025

Southern On Main - Elkin thanks for sharing

Cruisers American Grill - Jefferson thanks for sharing
01/17/2025

Cruisers American Grill - Jefferson thanks for sharing

Due to unforseen circumstances we have to bump the starting time up to 5:00pm. We are sorry for any inconvenience!

Turchin Center for the Visual Arts Boone thanks for sharing
01/17/2025

Turchin Center for the Visual Arts Boone thanks for sharing

๐ŸŽจโœจ Hey App Students! โœจ๐ŸŽจ

Looking for fun, creative, and FREE ways to unwind this semester? Check out all the amazing student programs and events happening at the Turchin Center for the Visual Arts!

๐ŸŒŸ Whatโ€™s on the lineup?
๐ŸŽจ Paint Night
๐Ÿ–Œ๏ธ Open Studio
๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ First Friday Art Crawls
๐Ÿ“… So much more!

๐Ÿ†“ Did we mention itโ€™s ALL FREE?! Just bring your creativity and your student ID.

๐Ÿ“ฒ Sign up or learn more on Engage and make art a part of your App State experience!

The Cabin at Winkler Garden's  - Millers Creek thanks for sharing
01/17/2025

The Cabin at Winkler Garden's - Millers Creek thanks for sharing

Park Vista Motor Lodge & Diner - West Jefferson thanks for sharing
01/17/2025

Park Vista Motor Lodge & Diner - West Jefferson thanks for sharing

Humbled. 10 minutes. And well over 100 of you have already liked the Watson General Store page. You are ALL amazing! Thank you. Because of your love... here's a sneak peak: The PV Diner will soon be serving a delicious breakfast and lunch... and we'll serve it at a price that makes our locals VERY excited about coming back again and again. GET READY!

And ps. a huge shout out and THANK YOU to the neighbor that took initiative, and showed us love by replacing our Helene-torn flag with this brand new one a few weeks ago!!!

Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery - State Road thanks for sharing
01/17/2025

Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery - State Road thanks for sharing

Wayne and Jill are looking forward to seeing everyone this MLK weekend inThe Red Barn Tasting Room @ Grassy Creek Winery! We have Murphy and the Mallards playing live Celtic Rock on Saturday, 1/18 from 2-5 and Chef Gunny serving up delicious food from 12-5 too! We have 12 wonderful wines and 6 craft beers on tap to quench your thirst! Come join us!
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Stardust Cellars  - North Wilkesboro thanks for sharing
01/17/2025

Stardust Cellars - North Wilkesboro thanks for sharing

Let there be cider! Our cider trilogy is now complete...

Apple-achian Apple Cider is an off-dry bubbly canned standard cider. 5% abv and a more dry option compared with our other canned beverages, rounding out our portfolio to complete the cider trifecta.

Stone Mountain Strawberry is the sweetest, Blue Ridge Blueberry is right in the middle, while the Apple-acchian Apple is the driest of our cider offerings. These will be our cider flagships moving forward!



Visit Lenoir
01/17/2025

Visit Lenoir

Banner Elk thanks for sharing
01/17/2025

Banner Elk thanks for sharing

Sunrise Grill -Boone thanks for sharing
01/17/2025

Sunrise Grill -Boone thanks for sharing

Start your weekend off right with another taste of Philly at Sunrise Grill! Featuring the new steak omelette- made with the same shaved rib eye that you love in the Philly cheesesteak, provolone cheese, onions and peppers, itโ€™ll make you feel right at home

01/17/2025

Cook's Inc. - North Wilkesboro thanks for sharing

River House Inn & Restaurant - Grassy Creek thanks for sharing
01/17/2025

River House Inn & Restaurant - Grassy Creek thanks for sharing

๐ŸŒฟ Escape to Tranquility at The River House Inn ๐ŸŒฟ

Looking for a peaceful getaway? Nestled along the scenic banks of the New River in Grassy Creek, NC, our charming Inn offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.

โœจ Cozy rooms with river views
๐Ÿด Delicious, locally-sourced meals at our restaurant
๐Ÿšถโ€โ™€๏ธ Outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and kayaking
๐Ÿ”ฅ Firepit for the perfect evening under the stars

Whether you're here for a weekend escape or a longer retreat, The River House Inn is your perfect home base for a peaceful, nature-filled experience.

๐Ÿ“… Book your stay now!

Blue Ridge Mountain Travel Guide thanks for sharing
01/17/2025

Blue Ridge Mountain Travel Guide thanks for sharing

A walk on the wild side of the Blue Ridge PArkway's Linn Cove Viaduct in a Blue Ridge Mountains Snowstorm.

Another classic 2024 photo by our buddy Thomas Mabry.

Blue Ridge Mountains Travel Guide thanks for sharing
01/17/2025

Blue Ridge Mountains Travel Guide thanks for sharing

A walk on the wild side of the Blue Ridge PArkway's Linn Cove Viaduct in a Blue Ridge Mountains Snowstorm.

Another classic 2024 photo by our buddy Thomas Mabry.

Address

2121 East US Highway 421
North Wilkesboro, NC
28659

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 2pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 12:30pm - 5pm

Telephone

(336) 667-1259

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