Spend your Summer Vacation in the Majestic Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina
The Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina
The Blue Ridge Mountains is a strand of the Appalachian Mountains. Many call these mountains the Rocky Mountains of the east as the Blue Ridge Mountains contain the highest mountain elevations in the eastern United States.
The past several generations have brought major changes to these mountains, but each generation continues to keep their mountain culture alive through mountain music, storytelling, mountain folk art and maintaining simple lifestyles.
One area you must consider is Ashe County, North Carolina. Ashe County is the most northwestern county in state of North Carolina. Here you will find hundreds of acres of land preserved in the way of parks and nature conservancies. These areas are designed for the protection of both the land and of its wildlife habitats. Ashe County is a paradise for nature lovers.
The New River Flows Through Ashe County, NC
One of the world’s oldest rivers, the “New River” flows through Ashe County bringing visitors from far and near to canoe the historical "New River." The famed Blue Ridge Parkway with hiking trails, picnic areas and some of the most beautiful mountain scenery found anywhere in the world also makes its way through Ashe County. There are back roads to explore, native trout streams for fishing, golf courses and some of the friendliest people in the world.
West Jefferson, North Carolina
Mount Jefferson State Park overlooks the small thriving mountain town of West Jefferson, NC. West Jefferson is known for its many art galleries, the Ashe County Cheese Plant, street art, unique shops and one of the best farmer’s market to be found in the North Carolina Mountains.If you are in town on Friday evenings during the summer months, you can take in a concert in the Backstreet Pocket Park; attend the Gallery Crawl downtown or perhaps a relaxing evening of performing arts at Ashe County Civic Center. There is always something to do in Ashe County as well as something for everyone in downtown West Jefferson.
The Village of Glendale Springs in Ashe County, NC
The Florence Thomas Art School
Glendale Springs is only a short drive from West Jefferson. Glendale Springs is a small village off the Blue Ridge Parkway where you will find the Holy Trinity Episcopal Church that houses the first frescos painted by world-renowned Ben Long. At Glendale Springs, you will also find the famous Glendale Springs Inn, Silver Designs, The Northwest Trading Post, Blue Ridge Bakery and Café, and The Paul and Florence Thomas Memorial Art School.
During your travels through the Blue Ridge Mountains, you will find many interesting things to do and see in the North Carolina High Country. The splendor of the Blue Ridge Mountains makes the North Carolina High Country a great place to visit or to spend a lifetime.
