Beech Mountain Cabins & Vacation Rentals

Beech Mountain Travel Guide

Famed as eastern America’s highest town, Beech Mountain is definitely one cool place! The town sits at an elevation of 5,506 feet on top of Beech Mountain and is a popular skiing resort and winter wonderland. Vacationers still love to visit Beech Mountain throughout the year since there is everything from hiking retreats and biking trails in the summer, to skiing and snowboarding in the winter. Outdoor enthusiasts can go on adventures and explore the 20 miles of hiking trails on offer. After a day on the ski slopes, don’t forget to head to the 5,506’ Sky Bar for stunning panoramic views of the surrounding mountains with a drink in hand -- after all, you are on vacation!

Things to Do in Beech Mountain

Vacationers visit the town for the skiing at Beech Mountain Resort. There are 15 slopes you can enjoy and if skiing isn’t your thing, you can try tubing, snowboarding, and ice skating. The Village Bakery serves tasty streets and you can savor a drink at the Sky Bar. You can also go hiking at Emerald Outback, which has seven miles of trails to explore. Wander through the emerald green forest with towering Beech trees and small, trickling streams. Keep an eye out for wildlife on your journey too. For fun with all the family, head to the Land of Oz, to skip down the yellow brick road at this Wizard of Oz theme park.

Best Places to Stay in Beech Mountain

Beech Mountain is all about staying in cozy lodges and mountain top accommodation.

Best Time to Visit Beech Mountain

For winter sports and skiing, the best time to visit Beech Mountain is between December and February. To explore during the summer and go biking and hiking, plan for June - August.