About the Banner Elk, North Carolina Area

Banner Elk, NC

Banner Elk is located in the Northwest part of North Carolina. Banner Elk is a small town in the Appalachian Highlands at an elevation of 3,739 ft above sea level with a population of 958 residents. Home to Lees McCrae Presbyterian College, with a top rated cycling team and outstanding Performing Arts theater program.

Beech Mountain, NC

Beech Mountain is located in the Northwestern corner of North Carolina and is Eastern America's tallest town. Beech Mountain with it's many many appealing qualities such as the cool temperatures in the summer and the ability the ski in the winter has made this a popular High County destination. Beech Mountain was incorporated in May of 1981 and began as a private resort developement. It's plan was to become a second home for owners to escape to and now it is just that.

Linville Ridge

Linville Ridge is an exclusive, gated country club community located in the mountains of Western North Carolina. It's world class golf course located at an elevation of 4,945 is the highest golf course east of the Rockies. Breathtaking views of Grandfather Mountain and the surrounding valleys can be seen from all around. In addition to golf there is tennis, spa, fitness and pool. From cocktails at The Club , casual bistro style dining at The Belvedere to a salad on the terrace at the Sandwedge dining will always be a pleasure.

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Newland, NC

The Town of Newland, county seat of Avery County, at an elevation of 3589', is the highest county seat in eastern America. Newland is located in the Mountains of Western North Carolina and is known for the many Christmas tree farms, which surround this small town.

The North Carolina Fraser fir has been judged the Nation's best through a contest sponsered by the National Christmas Tree in North America and chosen for the official White House 8 times! It is the most popular Christmas Tree in North America and is shipped throughout the United States.

Sugar Mountain, NC

Sugar Mountain offers skiing, tubing and now skating in the winter. In the summer golf, tennis, and hiking. Sugar Mountain is close to all the popular High Country areas like Banner Elk, Blowing Rock, Boone and Grandfather Mountain. Other area attractions, Linville Caverns, Tweetsie Railroad, the Blue Ridge Parkway and Linville Falls are also a short drive away.

Valle Crucis

Valle Crucis is a peaceful rural community that has stayed untouched over the years. The valley's scenic mesmerizes residents and draws visitors from around the world. Valle Crucis in North America's first rural historic district and the entire community is officially listed on the Nation Register of Historic Places. The Baird House (1790),The Mast Farm Inn (1812), the Old Episcopal Mission (1842) and the Mast General Store (1883) are restored to their initial splendor and are still serving the area today.The riverfront community park provides ample opportunities for recreational activities

Banner Elk, North Carolina Area Map