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 AreasPoco Rhythm Ranch & Retreat
Cabins and Horse back riding. Cabins are private and secluded for those looking for a hidaway.
Morganton, NC Retreats
Pine Mountain Golf Club
18 hole golf course, open to the public 7 days a week.
Connelly Springs, NC Golf Courses
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
South Mountains State Park
Offers approximately 14 miles of trout streams and 48 miles of trails designated for mountain bikes, equestrian and hiking activity. Features the High Shoals Falls on the Jacob's Fork River, a torrent of water that falls approximately 80 feet over a cliff of bare rock. Free. Fee for camping.
Connelly Springs, NC State ParksParkview Lodge
Great location adjacent to Blue Ridge Parkway. Near by attractions - Linville Falls, Linville Gorge, Linville Caverns, Grandfather Mountain, Snow Skiing, Gemstone Mining, Roan Mountain.
Linville Falls, NC Parks
Mimosa Hills Golf & Country Club
Course Access: Private
Holes: 18
Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7
Sam J. Ervin, Jr., Library and Museum
An exact replica of the late senator's home library, it contains hundreds of books and treasures, many from his days as chairman of the Senate Watergate Hearings in the '70s. Located on the campus of Western Piedmont Community College. Open Mon-Fri, 8 am-5 pm.
Morganton, NC Businesses