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 History Exhibits feature minerals and gems found in North Carolina. Fun, interactive displays explain the importance of mining in the region.
Spruce Pine, NC Museums
Enjoy 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 ToursIncludes Museum of the Cherokee Indian, Oconaluftee Indian Village, Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama, Qualla Co-op Arts and Cra...
RV and tent camping and cabin rentals. Close to waterfalls and hiking. Open year-round, located in the mountains of western...
Cool, relaxing, secluded. New mountain cabins just 2 minutes from downtown mainstreet Blowing Rock. Two and three bedroom c...
Whitewater trips on the French Broad River. Full or half day. Waterfront lodging at our outpost in Hot Springs. Custom tai...
Cherokee Hills is beautifully located in the foothills of Smokey Mtns. It is a very scenic and challanging course.