Explore Burke County
Linville Gorge Wilderness Area
Linville Gorge Wilderness, coverning more than 12,000 acres, is laced with trails that wind through thickets of mountain laurel and descend to the depths of Linville Gorge - one of eastern America's most rugged and scenic gorges. It is frequently referred to as the "Grand Canyon of the East."
Linville Falls, NC Wilderness AreasTable Rock
Located off NC 181 near Linville Falls in the Pisgah National Forest, Grandfather Ranger District. There are 3 popular climbing faces for adventures; however climbing around waterfalls is forbidden.
Morganton, NC Other Attractions
The Old Mill Antiques
Unique & Unusual Items 8,000 sq.ft. 33 Dealers open Tues-Saturday 11am-6pm Sunday 1pm-5pm
Glen Alpine, NC Businesses
Old Burke County Courthouse
(c. 1837) The Courthouse is the focal point of Historic Morganton's National Register District and houses the Historic Burke Foundations; Heritage Museum, and the Vistor Information Center.
Morganton, NC Historic Courthouses
Jamestown Flea & Farmer's Market
Open Saturday & Sunday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM. 14 years with over 250 permanent dealers inside & out.
Morganton, NC Farms
Waldensian Trail of Faith
This walk through history depicts the religious persecution and incredible faith of the Waldensians of northern Italy. Fourteen building replicas and monuments. Located next to Old Colony Players Amphitheater. Gift shop, snack bar and visitor center. Buses Welcome.
Valdese, NC Trails
Quaker Meadows Golf Club -Par Three
Course Access: Public
Holes: 9
Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7
"From This Day Forward" Outdoor Drama
Told through music, dance and drama. In its 40th season, "From This Day Forward" is the story of the Waldensians, a religious sect from Italy that migrated to North Carolina in 1893 to establish a colony at Valdese. Fred Cranford, playwright. Performances Friday - Sunday,