Grandfather Mountain
1794Iconic Blue Ridge peak with the Mile High Swinging Bridge and some of the oldest rock formations in the world.
12.0 mi away
Everything Boone is known for
Boone, North Carolina, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, is home to a vibrant music scene. The town has produced artists like the indie band Rainbow Kitten Surprise and folk musician Brooks Forsyth. Boone is also mentioned in songs such as "Shull's Mills" by Frank Proffitt and "(Come on in) The Whiskey’s Fine" by Mark Chesnutt. Live music, spanning genres from bluegrass to jazz, can be found at various venues throughout Boone.
Songs written about the waterways and highways that run near Boone.
Iconic Blue Ridge peak with the Mile High Swinging Bridge and some of the oldest rock formations in the world.
Engineering marvel on the Blue Ridge Parkway that curves around Grandfather Mountain on 153 precast segments.
12 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
Boone, North Carolina, feels like a happy accident, a place where history, geography, and youthful energy collide. High in the Blue Ridge Mountains, at over 3,300 feet, the town's elevation sets it apart. It's not just…
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Imagine walking for days to find a new home. That's what Joseph Mast did, leading to the creation of this very spot: the Mast Farm. In the late 1700s, Joseph Mast journeyed from Pennsylvania and settled on land that…
Pull over here – this isn't just any general store; it's a time capsule! The Mast General Store has been the heart of Valle Crucis since 1883. William Mast, along with his partner Henry Taylor, established the store. It…
Imagine this: a place where time seems to slow down, where the aroma of aged wood and local goods hangs in the air. That's the Todd General Store, a true survivor and the heart of this community for generations. This…
This unassuming spot was once a hub for a nationwide business, shipping roots and herbs across the country. R.T. Greer and Company built this warehouse around 1918. The two-story building was constructed with a timber…
This unassuming building has been welcoming travelers to Banner Elk since before the Civil War! It started as a simple dwelling around 1856.As more people came to the area, it grew. Between 1877 and 1891, the hotel…
Iconic Blue Ridge peak with the Mile High Swinging Bridge and some of the oldest rock formations in the world.
Engineering marvel on the Blue Ridge Parkway that curves around Grandfather Mountain on 153 precast segments.
These walls have seen their share of drama. Built in 1913, this building served as the Avery County Jail for decades. Designed in the Italianate style by Wheeler & Runge, the jail was a two-story stuccoed brick…
Imagine your family resting here for generations – that's the story of Dula-Horton Cemetery. This peaceful spot has been the final resting place for the Dula-Horton family since 1835.Five generations of the extended…
This isn't just another pretty building; it's the Historic Ashe County Courthouse, a landmark that has witnessed over a century of justice and local governance in this community. Constructed in 1904, this courthouse was…