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Grandfather Mountain
Nature preserve
Nature preserve with rugged peaks, alpine hiking trails, a nature museum & backcountry camping.
4.80 (5.8K reviews)
(~4.67 km from centre)
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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)
(~4.66 km from centre)
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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)
(~4.17 km from centre)
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The Pineola
Hotel
Country motel featuring basic rooms with a homey feel & rustic log cabins with kitchens.
4.70 (874 reviews)
(~4.83 km from centre)
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Flat Rock Loop Trail
Hiking area
👍👍 Great trail, especially for families. The trail isn't very difficult or very long, but there's some great views at the top. If you're looking for a quick hike with some great views for your effort, definitely check this trail out.
4.90 (220 reviews)
(~2.09 km from centre)
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MacRae Meadows
Tourist attraction
👍 The Highlands Games at Grandfather Mountain NC is definitely worth it if you are visiting NC. After the battle of Culloden many scots immigrated to the US, a big amount in the state of North Carolina. The Festival is filled with booths that gives visitors a glimpse of the rich history of all these...
4.80 (266 reviews)
(~2.89 km from centre)
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Grandfather Mountain Overlook
Scenic spot
👍👍 Grandfathers Mountian due to the high winds we did not get to go. They was having 70 to 80 mph winds at the top of the mountain, the reason we wanted to go was to see the mile high bridge. If you look closely at the last two you can see it in the pictures.
4.80 (214 reviews)
(~2.52 km from centre)
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Grandfather Mountain Entrance Gate
Nature preserve
👍 I’ve been visiting for years, but went the other day with family for the first time since Covid. The only reason I didn’t give 5 stars is because I think it is overpriced. I would go more often if it was more affordable. The mile high swinging bridge is amazing with breathtaking views. I also love t...
4.50 (409 reviews)
(~2.99 km from centre)
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Tartan Restaurant
American restaurant
Down-to-earth option with a warm atmosphere dishing up an array of American comfort food.
$ $$$
4.30 (677 reviews)
(~0.47 km from centre)
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Italian Pizza & Pasta Restaurant
Pizza restaurant
👍👍 Our experience getting take-out at The Italian Restaurant in Pineola was excellent. My call to place my order was picked up right away by a cheerful and professional hostess. I arrived at the restaurant early and employees were super nice. No less than two of them offered me a drink while I sat at t...
$$ $$
4.20 (765 reviews)
(~4.76 km from centre)
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Eseeola Lodge
Hotel
Country-chic quarters with balconies in a long-standing member's golf hotel with a restaurant & spa.
4.70 (70 reviews)
(~0.22 km from centre)