Hiking
One of the most popular activities in the High Country area is hiking. There are many wonderful trails located all over the area for every level of hiker
to take advantage of. Moses H. Cone Julian Price Memorial Park on the Blue Ridge
Parkway is a favorite spot with popular trails such as Boone Fork Loop and the Tanawha trail.
On Grandfather Mountain in the Linville area, there are many popular and well
traveled trails. Many of these trails are meant for more experienced and well
conditioned hikers. The Linville Falls Trail is a pretty tough hike but the
effort is well worth the amazing views of the Linville Gorge. There are dozens
of more casual hiking trails all over the High Country area as well. Young and
old alike can take advantage of these beautiful and rustic trails but keep in
mind that while most trails are well maintained, others are not maintained at
all. Hiking in North Carolina is a great way to get outdoors and explore the
various wonders of the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Always be
sure to wear the appropriate shoes and clothing for the type of weather and
trails you are hiking. Even the most experience hiker can get hurt or lost in
the forest. Changes in the weather and terrain can catch you off guard and most
smart hikers take along basic survival gear just to be on the safe side. A
pocket knife, compass, trail maps, a change of clothes and a little extra food
is always a good idea to carry with you.
Hiking is perhaps the best way to experience the beauty of the High Country and
it's also educational, physically beneficial and inexpensive. We sell
Banner Elk
Real Estate and Linville real estate
located very close to the Blue Ridge Parkway and other great hiking locations
across the NC Blue Ridge Mountains. Take a moment and browse through our
listings of NC Mountain Homes and NC Mountain Land for sale, we are sure you’ll
find something you fall in love with. Come to the mountains and discover the
relaxed lifestyle you’ve always dreamt about.
Biking
Another popular way to see the beauty of the outdoors in the Appalachian
Mountains is by biking. Boone NC mountain biking and biking around the area has
gained popularity among residents and visitors of the High Country. Each year the High Country plays host to several
bike races and biking events that are becoming popular among mountain bikers
everywhere. One popular race is the annual Blood, Sweat, and Gears
challenge. This event is grueling, including a 21 mile portion of the Blue
Ridge Parkway. Some have called the race "100 miles of pure hill". There are a number of trails to ride in the Boone, Blowing Rock, and Banner Elk
areas. The Benson Hollow trail is located in Blowing rock and is
considered the 2nd Best Mountain Biking Trail in North Carolina. Some of
the local ski areas service mountain bikers in the Ski off-season. Sugar
Mountain Resort provides a lift service to mountain bikers, where you can bring
your bike and ride the lift up the mountain and then practice your downhill
skills.
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Always be
sure to wear the appropriate shoes and clothing for the type of weather and
trails you are hiking. Even the most experience hiker can get hurt or lost in
the forest. Changes in the weather and terrain can catch you off guard and most
smart hikers take along basic survival gear just to be on the safe side. A
pocket knife, compass, trail maps, a change of clothes and a little extra food
is always a good idea to carry with you. 
