Riding Activities
BREGMANS HORSEBACK RIDING
Welcome to Bregman Trail Riding and Stables located in Pilot Mountain, North Carolina. We provide a full service horse riding experience for the whole family.
CAMP CHERRIO
Cheerio Traditional Camp offers summer residential camping for children ages 7-15. Daily activities include: Aquatics; Challenge Sports; Field Games; Creative Arts; and Nature Study.
Eat and Drink
White Elephant Beer Company
Little Richard's BBQ
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Wine Country
YADKIN VALLEY WINE COUNTRY
Wine Country / Wine Tasting / Tours / Activities / Rivers
CVisit Elkin, NC – the soul of the Yadkin Valley Wine Country located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley AVA, the Town of Elkin embodies the region’s soul. Restaurants, hotels, wineries, shops and more await those exploring the are whether you start your tour of the wine country here, pass through and stop for lunch and end the day with a great dinner and a nice place to rest your head. Learn more about Elkin, North Carolina.
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shelton vineyards
Founded in 1999 by brothers Charlie and Ed Shelton, Shelton Vineyards was envisioned as a new agricultural resource for an area once dependent on tobacco farming. Located in the heart of North Carolina’s Yadkin Valley, Shelton Vineyards is 180 degrees from any winery you will find on the West Coast.
small town spotlight
MOUNT AIRY NORTH CAROLINA
Mt. Airy: Historic Mt. Airy / Andy Griffith Town and Museum / Antique Stores / Paint Ball
Mayberry RFD icon Andy Griffith grew up in Mount Airy, North Carolina, and it’s no coincidence that a stroll down Mount Airy’s Main Street reminds people of the town of Mayberry from The Andy Griffith Show. In addition to Mayberry RFD and Andy Griffith, visitors find that Mount Airy, North Carolina is a great jumping off point for exploring the Yadkin Valley wine region, the breathtaking Blue Ridge Parkway, the stunning pinnacle of Pilot Mountain, or the twangy sound of bluegrass and old-time music. Whatever your passion, we invite you to step back to a simpler time when you visit Andy Griffith’s hometown of Mount Airy, North Carolina—affectionately known as Mayberry RFD.
North Carolina State Parks
Across North Carolina, state park staff are proud of our parks and eager to welcome you and your family. Come to our parks to marvel at our state's most beautiful natural resources, enjoy your favorite outdoor activities, and learn about the rich science, culture, and history that make our parks great.
There are 41 places that are currently part of the North Carolina State Parks system: 34 parks, four recreation areas, and three staffed state natural areas. Our state parks are Naturally Wonderful — and wonderfully diverse. From Gorges State Park on the Blue Ridge escarpment to Jockey's Ridge State Park in the Outer Banks, you'll find mysterious bay lakes, wild swamps, sandhills with their longleaf pine habitats, piedmont river systems, and bold mountain streams.
Winter Adventures
BEECH MOUNTAIN
Snow Tubing / Skiing / Skating / Sledding / Hiking / Biking / Dining
A visit to the Town of Beech Mountain offers exciting outdoor recreation and mile-high relaxation. Beech Mountain is the highest town in Eastern America and an ideal vacation spot in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Our elevation (5,506 feet) sets us apart 12 months a year.
SUGAR MOUNTAIN
Snow Tubing / Skiing / Skating / Sledding / Hiking / Biking / Dining
Of course Winter is our favorite season. Why? Because we have one of the best winter sports resorts in the South – Sugar Mountain Resort! From skiing and snowboarding, to ice skating and cross country skiing, you can’t beat Sugar Mountain’s slopes. For non-skiers, there is still plenty to do – shopping, attractions, spas and more!
US NATIONAL WHITEWATER CENTER
Lights is a half-mile walking trail that leads viewers through a series of immersive light installations featuring honeycombs, vines, crystals, and other natural features integrated into the forest. The experience offers a range of approachable, multi-sensory works created by artist Meredith Connelly that are site-specific to the Whitewater Center.
WINTERPLACE SKI RESORT
Snow Tubing / Skiing / Skating / Sledding / Hiking / Biking / Dining
Winterplace Ski Resort is a ski resort located in Ghent, West Virginia on Raleigh County's Flat Top Mountain. The southernmost ski resort in West Virginia, Winterplace is a popular attraction due to its proximity to Interstate 77.
HAWKSNEST TUBING
Hawksnest Tubing park is the largest snow tubing park on the East Coast! With over 30 lanes of snow tubing that span from 400-1000 feet long, Hawksnest Tubing is your family’s destination for a unique winter experience. Our four different snow tubing areas provide an array of terrain that satisfies even the most advanced of tubers!
US NATIONAL WHITEWATER CENTER
Skate on an ice trail or free skate on 17,000 sq. ft of ice. Located in the Upper Pond of the Whitewater Center, the skating environment features three distinct programming areas and an on-ice Airstream serving hot and cold beverages.
CAROWINDS WINTERFEST
Carowinds comes alive with holiday spirit during WinterFest. Friends and families are treated to an ultimate Christmas event as we magically transform our park into a winter wonderland - full of enchantment, cheer and classic family fun.
TANGLEWOOD PARK FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
LIGHTS EVENT
Drive Through 1,100 Acres Dotted With One Million Lights At Tanglewood Park Festival Of Lights In North Carolina
Things To Do!
Yadkin Valley Wine Country
Summer Activities
CAROLINA ZIPLINES CANOPY TOUR
Carolina Ziplines Canopy Tour is located on a truly unique destination. Now 26 acres it was the active farm and homestead of RJ Reynolds great-grandfather Joshua Cox (1731-1821. That’s right 90 years old).
WILDERNESS RUN ALPINE COASTER
We are open 7 days a week, however Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Holidays you must register for a checkin time. This allows us to stagger the crowd on busy days till Covid restrictions are lifted. There will be a wait. Hours of operation are 10 AM to 8 PM.
ROPES
Experience cargo nets, obstacles, suspended platforms, and ropes bridges through the forest and over the rapids. The Whitewater Center offers a variety of ropes courses to challenge guests physically and mentally.
JUMPS
Step into a controlled fall from 100, 60, or 30 feet high. Guests are harnessed in and will experience momentary free fall before a Power Fan system lowers you to the ground.
One of the best experiences you can ever have or give another person is the gift of flight. The wonder of floating above the earth in a hot air balloon is something that can not be described, it has to be experienced. Come fly with Captain Jack over the beautiful Yadkin Valley of NC
Carolina Balloon AdVenture Hot Air Ballon Riders
North Carolina Golf Country Clubs
PILOT KNOB PARK
Located just minutes from beautiful Pilot Mountain State Park, Pilot. One of the most scenic and well-manicured golf courses in the Piedmont region of North Carolina, Pilot Knob Park is a favorite with locals as well as numerous golf visitors traveling to the sand hills of Pinehurst or the North and South Carolina beaches.
WHITE PINES COUNTRY CLUB
Championship (7080 yards). 9 holes, par 36. Golf amenities include clubhouse, putting green, and pro shop. Open year-round. Call 336-786-6616 for more information.
CROSS CREEK COUNTRY CLUB
Cross Creek’s championship golf course highlights the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains and was voted one of the “Top 100” golf courses in North Carolina. Guests enjoy picturesque fairways and undulating greens that create a true challenge for all golfers.
NORTHGREEN COUNTRY CLUB
Welcome to the 18-hole “Northgreen” course at Northgreen Country Club in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. Featuring 7,200 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72 . The course rating is 74.0 and it has a slope rating of 130.