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Gem Mountain Gemstone Mine

As seen on the "Learning Channel,"

Spruce Pine, NC Pioneer History

Spruce Pine Gem & Gold Mine

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

Historic Orchard at Altapass

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 Orchards

Museum of N.C. Minerals

Exhibits feature minerals and gems found in North Carolina. Fun, interactive displays explain the importance of mining in the region.

Spruce Pine, NC Museums

The Blue Ridge Soap Shed

Visitors can see soap made dailyApril - October, and enjoy all our handmade soaps (70+ varieties)

Spruce Pine, NC Tours

Things to do near Spruce Pine, NC

Forest Cove Motel & Cottages

Modern, clean, fully equipped. 1 BR/1BA, sleeps 4/6. Cable/color TV, deck. Motel has nine rooms. Children Welcome. Open...

Riverbend Lodging

Scenic river front location just outside downtown. Bryson City, convenient to all area attractions. Accommodations range fro...

Hampton Inn Hendersonville

Hampton Inn Hendersonville offers spacious guest rooms full of thoughtful amenities, complemented by friendly service in a re...

I-26 East Welcome Center

Located near the NC/SC border on I-26 at Mile Marker 68. Picnic tables, grills and vending machines; men, women and family re...

Cerminaro Vineyard

Our vision at Cerminaro Vineyard is simply to share the positive influences that wine has had, not only in our family, but in...