Discovery Map High Country -Boone, Blowing Rock & Banner Elk N.C.

20/12/2024

Congrats to for making the front cover of We already knew it was a treasure and are proud to have them on the map!

Fred’s is a must stop when in Beech Mountain!

14/12/2024

Proofing time!! Our first proof has arrived for the 2025 High Country Discovery Map.
Coming soon to guide you to all those favorite “Local” spots in the High Country !!

12/12/2024

🎄 It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like… Deadline Time! 🎄

Santa isn’t the only one checking lists this year—we’re looking for the ultimate foodie to win the Discovery Map® Foodie Challenge! 🎅🍴

Here’s how to get on our nice list before December 20, 2024:
🍴 Explore: Visit a local gem in any Discovery Map® destination.
📸 Snap: Capture your festive feast, snack, or drink.
📤 Share: Submit your photo through the link below!

🎁 A $100 gift card is waiting under the tree for one lucky winner, announced on Instagram on 12/21/2024.

Want to boost your chances? Extra entries are given to posts on Instagram with 🏆

https://app.viralsweep.com/sweeps/full/683e9d-195375?framed=1

04/12/2024

Downtown Banner Elk decked out for Christmas 🎄🎅🎁🌲

04/12/2024

21/11/2024

Eating LOCAL is my thing. Midday brunch consisted of mixed berry granola bar and a Pumpkin Chai Latte.
Delish and semi healthy!!

Thanks for all you have the many ways you have supported the residents of Avery County post Hurricane Helene. Ya’ll are AMAZING!!

19/11/2024

It’s a beautiful day to be !

17/11/2024

Choose and cut your own live Christmas Tree in the High Country! Support a local farmer!!
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11/11/2024

Thank you to all those who have served and are serving.

11/11/2024

All Veterans dine free with us all day tomorrow, Monday, November 11th. Breakfast will be served from 8:00 am-11:00am. Lunch/Dinner will be served from 11:00am-8:00 pm.
A small way for us to say a heartfelt thank you to all who have served our country. Please show military ID at checkout. 🇺🇸❤️🤍💙 🇺🇸

16/10/2024

As our community begins to heal from the devastation of Hurricane Helene, we want to offer our support in a meaningful way. That’s why we’ve created the Vortex Relief Pass. This pass gives you free daily access to select Mystery Hill activities for the remainder of 2024 and all of 2025, and most importantly, 50% of every purchase will be donated to local relief and rebuilding efforts. This is our small way of standing with our neighbors during these difficult times.
Here's what you should know 👇
✨ HALF of the proceeds from this special pass will be donated to Hurricane Helene Relief in the area.
🌀 Pass holders get FREE daily access to the Anomaly Tour, Hall of Mystery, Bubblerama, 1903 Dougherty House Museum, Native American Artifacts Museum, & Bull Ride Challenge.
🗓️ It's valid from the date of purchase through the end of 2025. That's over one whole year!

🎟️ Learn more and buy your pass here: https://mysteryhill.net/4eBeMY9

📸: Becky Price

16/10/2024

Grandfather Vineyard & Winery is making a way for us to get our Wine! Follow the instructions and use their drive thru pick up🍷🍷🍷. Do not use their previous entrance as the bridge is currently in repair.



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15/10/2024

Western NC is not completely closed for business or leaf season. There are specific areas that are not open for visitors, but many areas are, including Boone, Blowing Rock, Sparta, West Jefferson, and almost all of the Smokies and Southwest NC. You may have limited options and ways to get there, but you can still go, and they actually need the tourism money. Please check NCdot.gov daily for road updates and https://highcountryhost.com/High-Country-NC-hurricane-helene-tourism-openings-closures for more information.

Our small businesses need you!

15/10/2024

Help support businesses who are still open in the North Carolina High Country, even if you are postponing a visit.

14/10/2024

In case you haven’t heard…Blowing Rock is Open!

Eat, Play and Stay in Blowing Rock! And take a peak at the leaves while in Blowing Rock. Most of all support our local businesses that make Blowing Rock so special!!

30/09/2024