Attractions

Thousands of visitors each year enjoy the natural attractions of Mitchell County and surrounding area. The Appalachian Trail, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Roan Mountain, the Toe River, the Nolichucky River, dozens of hiking and walking trails, creeks full of native trout and breathtaking waterfalls will delight you. The largest natural rhododendron garden in the world also finds its home here.

If the wild outdoors isn't your thing, you'll find lots of other activities to keep you entertained. Spend an afternoon with the family at a Christmas tree farm. Try a round of golf in a beautiful mountain setting. Or take in a play at the Parkway Playhouse.

Blue Ridge Parkway

Appalachian Trail

U.S. Forest Service

Nantahala Outdoor Center

Roan Mountain

Fishing Opportunities

Little Switzerland Trout Farm

Loafers Glory Rafting and Tubing

Linville Falls

Linville Gorge

Linville Caverns

Grandfather Mountain

Orchard at Altapass

Sugar Plum Farms

Golf at Grassy Creek Golf & Country Club - Spruce Pine

Mountain Air Country Club

Parkway Playhouse

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