SPRING ACTIVITIES & INTERESTS
5 Things To Do In Spring In Blowing Rock
Blowing Rock is a premier tourist destination year round. In Summer we have festivals and moderate temperatures, in Fall we have colorful leaves, in Winter we have skiing. Spring is the often overlooked season that offers so much more than expected. The buds are just coming out on the trees, the air is still crisp making views spectacular, and everything moves just a little slower in Spring. Enjoy the flavors, sights, and smells that Spring has to offer here in Blowing Rock. We hope you’ll consider visiting Blowing Rock in the Spring. This way you can skip the busiest
What to Pack for a New or Longer Hike
One of Blowing Rock’s most beloved pastimes is hiking in the beautiful surrounding wilderness. When heading out to a short, familiar path, you can often just grab a water bottle and go. But sometimes you may be in the mood for exploring a new trail or taking a longer hike, and it’s always best to be prepared! What do you need for a new or longer hike?
Meltdown Games!
March 16 & 17: Appalachian Ski Mtn. sends winter out with a bang! If you haven’t experienced the Melt Down Games, you’ve never seen the Mountain like this!
44th Trout Derby Kicks Off Spring Recreation
Anglers of all ages and levels are invited to compete for cash and prizes at the 44th Blowing Rock Trout Derby! The Derby will take place in Blowing Rock on Saturday, April 6, from sunrise to 4:00pm.
Trails We Took In May
With leaves still unfurling and wildflowers in bloom, May is a beautiful time to hit the trails! Here’s a wide variety of recommended paths.
Trails We Took In April
April brings a host of wildflowers to the High Country, and we know some of the best places to see them- check out these trails!
Fishing Near Blowing Rock
The High Country’s beautiful streams, lakes, and rivers provide wildlife sanctuaries and many recreational opportunities- like fishing! The best times of year to fish for trout here in in the High Country are the spring, fall, and winter months, when the water temperature is between 45° and 65°. Our waters offer excellent opportunities for catching brown, brook, and rainbow trout.
Foggy Weather Suggestions
What do you do in Blowing Rock when the fog has set in and you can’t see the natural splendor? Read on for some local activity suggestions while you wait out a foggy day.
8 Fun Picnic Spots in Blowing Rock
Blowing Rock is an excellent place to go on a picnic. Whether you’re looking for a romantic date, a fun lunch with friends, or a family memory, a picnic can be a great option. We’ve compiled a list of picnic locations in and around Blowing Rock that are beautiful and versatile!
Spa Vacations: A Relaxing Girlfriend Getaway
In town, you’ll find The Spa at Chetola Resort, just the relaxing retreat you’ve been searching for. Enjoy various massages, manicures & pedicures, facials, and a beautiful indoor pool. While there, you might also enjoy a natural cooking class or invigorating yoga session.
Birding in Blowing Rock
Blowing Rock is located on the Blue Ridge Parkway and bordered by the Pisgah National Forest, providing close proximity and easy access to a multitude of habitats. This area of the Blue Ridge Mountains provides a home for about 160 breeding species of birds, with over 250 species appearing with regularity during migrations. In fact, the High Country is one of the most diverse breedings and spring migration areas in the eastern United States, with large numbers of neo-tropical migrants and forest interior species. Several species, like the Canada Warbler, are at the southern-most end of their breeding range
Peaks and Gorges
The Blowing Rock is a rock formation that juts out over the John’s River Gorge at about 4000 feet above sea level. The views of the gorge and the Pisgah Forest are immense and breathtaking. The Blowing Rock is so named because of the constant winds that flume up from the surrounding rocky walls. The rock itself is also unique, and is a visual testament to the formation process of the surrounding mountains. This particular rock is officially designated The Blowing Rock Gneiss by Geological Survey of The United States. www.theblowingrock.com. Access to the Blue Ridge Parkway is just
SPRING EVENTS
Blowing Rock is a premier tourist destination year round. In Summer we have festivals and moderate temperatures, in Fall we…
One of Blowing Rock’s most beloved pastimes is hiking in the beautiful surrounding wilderness. When heading out to a short,…
March 16 & 17: Appalachian Ski Mtn. sends winter out with a bang! If you haven't experienced the Melt Down…
Anglers of all ages and levels are invited to compete for cash and prizes at the 44th Blowing Rock Trout…
With leaves still unfurling and wildflowers in bloom, May is a beautiful time to hit the trails! Here's a wide…
April brings a host of wildflowers to the High Country, and we know some of the best places to see…
The High Country's beautiful streams, lakes, and rivers provide wildlife sanctuaries and many recreational opportunities- like fishing! The best times…
What do you do in Blowing Rock when the fog has set in and you can’t see the natural splendor?…
Blowing Rock is an excellent place to go on a picnic. Whether you’re looking for a romantic date, a fun…
