The High Country has an extensive list of activities and events for all ages, and when you stay at Hemlock Heaven, most everything is within 5-20 minutes drive away, with the Blue Ridge Parkway and Blowing Rock areas less than an hour's drive away!

You'll find the town of Banner Elk with lovely restaurants and shopping; Grandfather Mountain, featuring the famous swinging bridge, fantastic views from the top, hiking trails for all levels and an animal preserve; Valle Crucis, home to the historic Mast General Store established in 1883; ski mountains--Sugar, Beech, Hawks Nest and Appalachian Ski Resort; Tweetsie Railroad, an amusement park for kids; the Blue Ridge Parkway in which you'll discover Moses Cone Estate and craft center, Julian Price Park and Price Lake, the Linn Cove Viaduct and more; antique stores on the main and back roads; and much, much more!

Whatever the season may be, there's always something to do in the High Country. There are many festivals throughout the year that bring thousands of visitors to the area. Here are just a few: Blowing Rock Art in the Park held once a month from May through October, Highland Games in July at Grandfather Mountain, Wooly Worm Festival in October in Banner Elk, the Valle County Fair in Valle Crucis in October. And if you need something physical to keep you busy, you can try one of the following: golfing, hiking, fishing, canoeing, river rafting, skiing, snow tubing, snowboarding, gem mining.

So that you can get the most out of your vacation, below are listed a few sites to help you get acquainted with the area. We hope you enjoy your stay in the North Carolina mountains and hope to see you at Hemlock Heaven soon!

www.HighCountryInfo.com
One of the most comprehensive sites of the High Country's events, activities (links to golfing, hiking, skiing, etc.), dining, shopping, current weather conditions, area attractions and more!

North Carolina Golf Courses
The best source to find local golf courses, descriptions, & mileage from the cabin

www.townofbannerelk.org
Facts of the area including maps, education, economy, history, activities and recreation and business listings.

www.gmhg.org
Official website of the Highland Games, one of the largest Scottish clan gatherings in the Southeast US. This annual event held in July at Grandfather Mountain brings tens of thousands of spectators, competitors, musicians and dancers for the games and events.

www.visitnc.com/mnts/
Loads of information available on what to do, where to go, how to get there, etc. Can also request free travel brochures and read articles on upcoming events and attractions.

We invite you to browse our site for more information, rates and policies and contact us (Toni or Angela) by phone at 828-963-4375, email us or use our Online Request Form to request availability or ask questions. Make reservations early!