Banner Elk Travel Guide

Found near the Blue Ridge Mountains, is the charming town of Banner Elk. This town in North Carolina’s High Country offers year-round recreation; from hiking and fishing in the summer to skiing and snowboarding in the winter. What’s more, there are unique shops and boutiques in town for shopaholics and there are some world-class restaurants for dining in the evenings.

Things to Do in Banner Elk

If visitors want to enjoy fishing and boating, the best spot is Watauga Lake. Another popular place for tourists is Grandfather Mountain State Park, which is a hiking haven. There are some fantastic trails in the mountains, with the Mile High Bridge which has stunning views. If visitors are coming to Banner Elk for skiing and snowboarding, the Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain slopes are the best. To learn about Banner Elk’s past, head to the Banner House Museum.

Best Time to Visit Banner Elk

For outdoor recreation, the best time to visit Banner Elk is from April to September. For skiing and snowboarding nearby, head to Banner Elk from November on into the spring.

Cabins in Banner Elk

For amazing views, tons of outdoor space, hiking trails and ski resorts, head to Banner Elk in North Carolina, a charming town located in the High Country. Banner Elk cabin rentals are a gateway to the great outdoors, and will provide the perfect base for your mountain vacation. Grandfather Mountain State Park is a haven for hikers, and when it comes to skiing, picking between Sugar Mountain and the Beech Mountain is a tricky decision. If you want to delve a little deeper into the city’s interesting past, head to the Banner House Museum, or alternatively sip some of the good stuff at Banner Elk winery. Riding the Blue Ridge Parkway is an experience unlike any other, and you will see views that will take your breath away.

Banner Elk NC has a large range of vacation rentals for guest to choose, from a huge vacation home for that family getaway you have always been planning, to a luxury mountain cabin complete with a hot tub for a romantic night away -- there is something for everyone. The lodges at Eagles Nest are a great choice when it comes to luxury accommodation and include houses, bungalows and more.