Best places in Blowing Rock, United States to visit (UPDATED April, 2024)

Best places in Blowing Rock

Discover the best places in Blowing Rock, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 1.6K places in the city.

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Wiseman's View Scenic Overlook

Scenic spot

👍👍 This was an amazing overlook of the Linville Gorge. I don't know the history, but it looks like it may have been a 1930s CCC project, with beautiful granite rock steps leading to a walled overlook area. There is also is a modicum of public amenity at the top. Namely, there's a clean outhouse, and...

4.90 (1.1K reviews) (~32.83 km from centre)

Rough Ridge Lookout - Grandfather Mountain, NC.

Hiking area

Reached via a wooden walkway, this lookout area on Rough Ridge offers sweeping views.

4.90 (1K reviews) (~11.73 km from centre)

Linn Cove Viaduct

Scenic spot

A segment of the Blue Ridge Parkway, this concrete, S-shaped bridge hugs Grandfather Mountain.

4.90 (907 reviews) (~12.9 km from centre)

Grandfather Mountain State Park

State park

Expansive mountain park with challenging trails, rocky cliffs, scenic views & camping (with permit).

4.80 (6.1K reviews) (~13.07 km from centre)

Grandfather Mountain

Nature preserve

Nature preserve with rugged peaks, alpine hiking trails, a nature museum & backcountry camping.

4.80 (5.8K reviews) (~14.57 km from centre)

Valle Crucis Community Park

Park

👍👍 This place was INCREDIBLE! Even more incredible, it's all funded by donations. Absolutely stunning views at all times of the day. A little something for everyone... Strolling the paved paths, walking the grass trails, sitting riverside, fishing, playgrounds, sculptures, lots of wildlife, wetlands ar...

4.90 (743 reviews) (~12.32 km from centre)

JD's Smokehouse

Barbecue restaurant

Ribs, pulled pork & brisket meet Southern sides in this casual BBQ joint with music-centric decor.

$$ $$

4.80 (3.3K reviews) (~45.69 km from centre)

Mile High Swinging Bridge

Tourist attraction

Built in 1952, this mile-high pedestrian bridge offers sweeping views of Grandfather Mountain.

4.80 (3.2K reviews) (~14.57 km from centre)

Mount Jefferson State Natural Area

State park

👍👍 We went up here Saturday night to see the sunset while we were still in town and it was a very beautiful overlook. We just stayed in the parking area, but there is also a trail you can hike to another overlook. We were impressed that you can even see Grandfather Mountain in the distance, which was c...

4.90 (672 reviews) (~35.01 km from centre)

High Gravity Adventures Zip Line & Aerial Park

Adventure sports center

Obstacle courses & zip-line tours are designed for most ages at this forested family attraction.

4.90 (646 reviews) (~4.66 km from centre)

Ashe County Cheese

Cheese shop

4.80 (2.1K reviews) (~34.1 km from centre)

Original Mast General Store

General store

Retailer selling a broad selection of goods, including food, apparel & outdoor gear, since 1883.

4.80 (2.1K reviews) (~12.53 km from centre)

Julian Price Memorial Park

Memorial park

Massive mountainside park features lake activities, trails, numerous picnic sites & an amphitheater.

4.80 (2K reviews) (~5.4 km from centre)

Thunder Hill Overlook

Scenic spot

Wide views of North Carolina are available from this famous stop, beloved of amateur astronomers.

4.90 (610 reviews) (~3.11 km from centre)

Roan Mountain State Park

State park

Park at 6,285 feet with rhododendrons, hiking & camp featuring cabins, tennis court & swimming pool.

4.80 (1.7K reviews) (~38.15 km from centre)

Linville Falls - Trail and Waterfall

Hiking area

👍👍 A great place to visit! The green trail was a moderate trail a little over a mile long and there were several places to stop and see the falls from different view points. The red trail was harder. There were a decent amount of steps on the green trail. Nothing overwhelming, but if steps are hard for...

4.80 (1.5K reviews) (~30.83 km from centre)

Chestoa View Parking Area & Viewpoint

Scenic spot

👍👍 Stop here! Walk! This is the best turn out we have seen between here and Ashville! Do not do like most people who we saw pull in, turn around, and go out! Just because you don't see the view from the large parking lot with picnic tables, it is worth getting out. Don the paved path is a split in...

4.90 (513 reviews) (~33.93 km from centre)

Linville Falls

Park

👍👍 We live just a few miles from the falls and we visit them often. The hike to the falls is quite easy and the falls themselves never disappoint. The trails are well kept and the observation points are perfectly situated. Don't forget to check out the views of the Linville Gorge while there. The r...

4.80 (990 reviews) (~30.42 km from centre)

Beacon Heights Overlook Trail

Hiking area

👍👍 Stay on the trail to the very end. There is an overlook that’s worth seeing before you reach the end, but the best sunrise spot is all the way back. Amazing sunrise spot. We had breakfast and watched the sunrise. It’s a short hike with parking right at the trailhead.

4.90 (456 reviews) (~14.74 km from centre)

T.H. Broyhill Walking Park

Park

Peaceful destination featuring a botanical garden, a wildlife sanctuary & tranquil, lakefront paths.

4.80 (905 reviews) (~29.19 km from centre)

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Best places in Blowing Rock, United States