Mine for native gemstones with one of the oldest mining families in North Carolina. Documented by National Geographic Magizine. Mining this area since 1810. Featured on PBS and in Readers Digest. Open year-round with covered flumes. Heated indoor flume in winter with warm water. Gemcutting &
Spruce Pine, NC Pioneer HistoryEnjoy hayrides following the path of the Revolutionary War mountain soldiers or storytelling hayrides about our part of the mountains. An Appalachian cultural & historical center celebrating the people, music, art &
Spruce Pine, NC OrchardsVisitors can see soap made dailyApril - October, and enjoy all our handmade soaps (70+ varieties)
Spruce Pine, NC Tours Exhibits feature minerals and gems found in North Carolina. Fun, interactive displays explain the importance of mining in the region.
Spruce Pine, NC Museums
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The Hitching Post Campground is a tranquil 44 acre resort, nestled in the Hickory Nut Gorge, just minutes from Chimney Rock, ...
Four miles from town with wonderful views of the gorge and Grandfather Mountain. Two bedrooms and one bath downstairs and a ...
Lakemont Cottages offers you a woodland retreat in a cool setting of woods, and bubbling streams. Located only minutes away f...
Rutledge Lake Travel Park features full hook ups, fishing, bathhouse, playground, laundry, nature trail and 24-hour security....