Best places in Watauga County

Discover the best places in Watauga County, 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 5.9K places in the city.

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Navitat Canopy Adventures
Adventure sports
Attraction offering guided zipline tours through the forested terrain of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
5.00 (2.9K reviews) (~82.74 km from centre)
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Mount Mitchell State Park
State park
1,946-acre park on the highest peak east of the Mississippi, with camping, hiking & panoramic views.
4.90 (4.8K reviews) (~72.1 km from centre)
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South Mountains State Park
State park
Rugged mountain park with 80-ft. waterfall, 47 miles of trails, trout fishing & equestrian camping.
4.90 (2.6K reviews) (~67.97 km from centre)
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Grayson Highlands State Park
State park
Mountain park known for bouldering, scenic hiking & horse trails & a resident herd of wild ponies.
4.90 (1.9K reviews) (~48.21 km from centre)
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Backyard Terrors and Dinosaur Park
Museum
Backyard attraction featuring 40 life-size sculptures of dinosaurs created by the property's owner.
4.90 (1.5K reviews) (~54.24 km from centre)
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Good's Home Furnishings
Furniture store
Brand-name indoor & outdoor furniture for the home along with decor items such as rugs & art.
4.90 (1.5K reviews) (~67.56 km from centre)
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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) (~40.54 km from centre)
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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) (~17.29 km from centre)
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Mt Mitchell
Mountain peak
6,684 ft. peak, the highest east of the Mississippi, with visitor services & panoramas at the top.
4.90 (1K reviews) (~72.82 km from centre)
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Hickory Park Furniture
Furniture store
Huge store with a wide range of living/dining, bedroom, office & patio furniture, including leather.
4.90 (919 reviews) (~67.53 km from centre)
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Craggy Pinnacle Hike
Hiking area
👍👍 Is very nice trail you most was walk for about 20 minutes to get to the top. When we went was very cloudy but some times is clear so you can see many mountains. Even saint Michael mountain. Just bring a jacket and your camera. Is so peaceful and quiet. Enjoy the view Is a good hiking for all kind of...
4.90 (914 reviews) (~84.56 km from centre)
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Linn Cove Viaduct
Scenic spot
A segment of the Blue Ridge Parkway, this concrete, S-shaped bridge hugs Grandfather Mountain.
4.90 (907 reviews) (~18.17 km from centre)
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Pisgah National Forest
National forest
Vast park boasts forests, waterfalls, peaks & rivers, with on-site camping, hiking & picnic space.
4.80 (14.1K reviews) (~81.59 km from centre)
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Grandfather Mountain State Park
State park
Expansive mountain park with challenging trails, rocky cliffs, scenic views & camping (with permit).
4.80 (6.1K reviews) (~17.73 km from centre)
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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) (~19.32 km from centre)
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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) (~8.2 km from centre)
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Dewayne's World - Comics & Games
Comic book store
👍👍 I love coming here, especially after the expansion. I used to find it so comforting to be around, however since they grew there are so many rooms for activities. I room forward to trying out a game of D&D here.
4.90 (719 reviews) (~85.66 km from centre)
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Cousins Cuban Cafe
Cuban restaurant
Unpretentious Cuban cafe serving espresso drinks & Cubano sandwiches, plus brunch bowls & wraps.
$$ $$
4.90 (704 reviews) (~88.28 km from centre)
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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) (~55.28 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) (~19.33 km from centre)
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