Ashe County Chamber AdAshe County, North Carolina, is a beautiful place to explore and offers many activities, both indoors and out! Here are some of our favorites. For even more ideas, visit the resources at the Ashe County Chamber and the High Country Back Roads websites.

Also, click on our ad in the Ashe County Visitor Guide to the right for a comprehensive look at all Ashe County, NC has to offer as a vacation destination.

Our Favorite Places to Stay

Jefferson Landing :: Jefferson, NC - An outstanding 4.5 star rated golf course located in the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. Fine dining at the clubhouse is also available.

The Nuthouse Cottage :: Grassy Creek, NC

Zydeco Moon Farm and Cabins :: Grassy Creek, NC

For additional "Places to Stay" you can visit the Ashe County Chamber's acommodations page.

Our Favorite Places to Dine

Artisanal :: Banner Elk, NC

Bistro Roca Restaurant :: Blowing Rock, NC

Bohemia Gallery and Coffee Shop in West Jefferson :: West Jefferson, NC - Bohemia features both local & national artists, as well as live music on the weekends. An array of coffees and baked goods are also available.

Frasers Restaurant and Pub :: West Jefferson, NC

Jefferson Landing :: Jefferson, NC - An outstanding 4.5 star rated golf course located in the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. Fine dining at the clubhouse is also available.

Melanie's :: Boone, NC

Our Daily Bread :: Boone, NC

Peppers Restaurant :: Boone, NC

Proper :: Boone, NC

Red Onion Café :: Boone, NC

For additional "Places to Dine" you can visit the Ashe County Chamber's dining page.

Things to Do on the Water

Pie on the Mountain :: Lansing, NC - 336.384.8008

River Girl Fishing Company :: Todd, NC - Fly fishing supplies, lessons and guiding, fishing/hunting licenses, and kayak, canoe, tube and bicycle rentals on the New River.

Riverside Canoe & Tube Rentals :: Crumpler, NC - Canoe, kayak, tube and bike rentals. Paddling lessons and guided canoe trips.

Zaloo's Canoes, Kayaks and Tubes :: Jefferson, NC - Canoe and inner tube rentals, shuttle service to the New River.

Things to Do on the Land

Adventure Damascus Bike Rentals :: Damascus, VA - Provides bike rentals and shuttles to the Virginia Creeper Trail.

Ashe County Chamber :: West Jefferson, NC

Burnt Hill Stables :: Laurel Springs, NC - Trail riding, guided trail riding, horse boarding and riding lessons in Laurel Springs, NC.

High Country Back Roads :: The High Country Back Roads meander through some of the most spectacular scenery in Eastern America. It's easy to download printable Route Guides and maps.

Mount Jefferson State Park :: Jefferson, NC - This magnificent mountain offers hiking trails, educational seminars, picnicking and much more. Drive to the top by following Mount Jefferson Road, park and take a short hike to the summit.

Mountain Aire Golf Club :: West Jefferson, NC - 18 holes of well-maintained fairways, complimented by the natural, rugged beauty of the Appalachians.

New River State Park :: Laurel Springs, NC - The tranquil New River is the centerpiece of New River State Park. Appreciate the peaceful scenery with many spots for canoeing, picnicking, fishing, and birdwatching.

Virginia Creeper Trail :: Damascus, VA - The Virginia Creeper Trail stretches 35 miles from Abingdon, Virginia thru Damascus to the NC state line near Whitetop, Virginia. The Virginia Creeper Trail is open to hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding.

For additional "Things to Do" you can visit the Ashe County Chamber's recreation page.

Our Favorite Places to Visit and Shop

Ashe Arts Center :: West Jefferson, NC - The Ashe Arts Center located downtown features local artist's work in the Gallery Shop and offers changing visual arts exhibits, and frequent concerts.

Ashe County Cheese Company :: West Jefferson, NC - Ashe County Cheese has been in business since 1930, and is the Carolina's only cheese manufacturer. Watch cheese being made, then select one of your favorites from the cheese and gift shop.

Ashe County Farmer's Market :: West Jefferson, NC - Produce, nursery plants, jellies, cakes, breads, handmade items and more, all home grown and handmade. Saturdays 8:00 am - 1:00 pm from April 12 to December 13.

Footsloggers :: Boone, NC

Fred's General Mercantile :: Beech Mountain, NC

Mast General Store :: Valle Crucis & Boone, NC

New River Winery :: Lansing, NC - The New River Winery offers its red, white and fruit wines for tasting and sale at Bohemia in West Jefferson.

Originals Only Gallery :: West Jefferson, NC

Stephen Shoemaker Gallery :: West Jefferson, NC

The Artists Theatre :: West Jefferson, NC

Thistle Meadow Winery :: Laurel Springs, NC - Thistle Meadow Winery offers individualized tours to include tastings of wines made from grapes grown around the world.

For additional "Places to Shop" you can visit the Ashe County Chamber's shopping page.