๐ A FuN Fall Day ๐
Some good food, fun hikes, and pretty views!
Some good food, fun hikes, and pretty views!
๐ณ Breakfast: Banner Elk Cafe & Tavern
Enjoy a hearty breakfast and espresso drinks before a day of outdoor adventure
Location: 324 Shawneehaw Avenue South, Banner Elk NC 28604
Phone: (828) 898-4040 or (828) 898-3444
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๐ฅช Lunch: Lowes Foods Deli Section
Grab pre-made sandwiches from the deli to take along for when hunger strikes after your hike
Location: 4000 NC-105 South, Banner Elk NC 28604
Phone: (828) 898-9565
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๐ฅพ Morning Activity: Blue Ridge Parkway & Hiking
Drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway toward Rough Ridge Trail for a hike
Rough Ridge Location: 3218 Blue Ridge Parkway, Linville NC 28646
If you'd rather just drive instead of hike, make sure you drive across the Linn Cove Viaduct on the Blue Ridge Parkway
If you have time, explore Beacon Heights Trail too
Beacon Heights Location: Blue Ridge Parkway, Milepost 305.2
Pack water and dress in layers; donโt forget charge and bring your camera for fall foliage photos! ๐ธ
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๐ Afternoon Activity: Altapass Orchard
Pick a bucket of apples and enjoy more scenery along the Parkway
check their website to make sure they are open, as they close seasonally each winter
Location: 1025 Orchard Road, Blue Ridge Parkway MM 328.3, Spruce Pine NC 28777
Phone: (828) 765-9531
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๐ท Indoor Alternative: Banner Elk Winery
Relax with a glass of wine indoors or on the covered patio
Location: 135 Deer Run Lane, Banner Elk NC 28604
Phone: (828) 898-9090
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๐ฎ Dinner: Puerto Nuevo Mexican & Seafood Restaurant
Refuel with burritos and margaritas after a full day outdoors
Location: 2941 Tynecastle Highway, Banner Elk NC 28604
Phone: (828) 898-3332
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๐ธ Evening Activity: Live Music or Trivia
Check Banner Elk Cafe for weekend live music or Trivia nights
Sometimes live music is also available nearby at the Bayou and Sorrentos
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๐ป Seasonal Events: Oktoberfest & Woolly Worm
Oktoberfest: usually the 2nd weekend in October
Woolly Worm & Valle Country Fair: usually the 3rd weekend in October
Ghost Train at Tweetsie Railroad: usually takes place around Halloween
Check current dates before planning your visit
The businesses and activities listed here are independent and not affiliated with us. These are personal recommendations based on guest feedback and local popularity. We are not responsible for the services, availability, safety, or quality of any third-party businesses or experiences. Please verify hours, reservations, and other details directly with the provider. Outdoor activities may carry inherent risks. Please consider your own abilities and check conditions before participating.