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Illustrated Maps for Road Trip Planning for the NC Blue Ridge Mountains

High Country Road Trip

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The 50-mile scenic loop drive in the northern mountains of North Carolina has more than 500 stops – including attractions, hikes, lakes, shops, art galleries and restaurants. It also includes one of the most popular sections of the Blue Ridge Parkway.

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Coming Spring 2026: Mayland Meander

120 Miles, 12 Towns

Mitchell, Avery, Yancey Counties

From Grandfather Mountain to Tweetsie Railroad, discover longtime favorite attractions.

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Grandfather Mountain
Grandfather Mountain
Tweetsie Railroad
Tweetsie Railroad
Rough Ridge Hike
Rough Ridge Hike
Turchin Center for Arts
Turchin Center for the Arts
Mast General Store
Original Mast General Store
Beacon Heights Hike
Beacon Heights Hike
Horton Hotel, Boone
Horton Hotel
Scenic Lift Rides, Sugar Mtn
Scenic Lift Rides @ Sugar Mtn
Mose Cone Park Trail
Trail at Moses Cone Park
Blowing Rock
Downtown Blowing Rock
Downtown Banner Elk

Downtown Boone

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High Country Fall Road Trip

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Let’s Go! High Country Road Trip 2025

50 Scenic Miles with 500+ Stops

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