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8/11/2017

Beech Mountain Resort

Hit the slopes in Banner Elk with a visit to Beech Mountain Resort. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its hiking trails.

Beech Mountain Resort
This is the headstone of Banner Elk, North Carolina. This elk has been in the town forever, but this past year the elk has been refurbished and installed as the centerpiece of the town. This elk frames Appalachia in the sense of this small town pride in the mountains. In the background you can see the historic elementary school and rolling mountains and once again the North Carolina pride of the state flag surrounding this elk even though about 100ft to the right there is another flagpole with the same flags raised high and proud. This is where every child in this town went to school in this picturesque location but as time rolls on is Appalachia move on too? #appalachianechoes

The Greene

The Greene is just one of the places to see in Banner Elk, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

The Greene
Throughout my childhood I spent so much time at this park. I always remember of thinking of it as the park in the middle of the mountains. What I never noticed as a child was how every single aspect of this park was planned out and put there for a reason. Likewise before studying the photographic image I had never thought about how we construct a image and its affordances and constraints. One thing I really want to point out in this image is that while we have this beautiful park there is a huge ugly pipe in the middle of the photograph. It is part of the necessity of the planning of the park, just like the frame is a necessity of an image. We sometimes want to forget it is there but it is a necessary part of an image and still has meaning. #appalachianechoes

Tate-Evans Park

You can learn about the history of Banner Elk when you stop by Tate-Evans Park. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its ski slopes.

Tate-Evans Park

Watauga Lake Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Watauga Lake Winery during your travels to Butler. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Watauga Lake Winery

Buckeye Recreational Center

After visiting Buckeye Recreational Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Beech Mountain. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its ski slopes.

Buckeye Recreational Center

Williams Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Williams Island during your travels in Butler. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or seek out the fishing spots.

Williams Island

Best Lodging Options Near Watson Island

Lazy Bear Lodge 25 min to Beech Mountain Hot Tub and Pool Table

Lazy Bear Lodge 25 min to Beech Mountain Hot Tub and Pool Table

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Lazy Bear Lodge 25 min to Beech Mountain Hot Tub and Pool Table
Lakeside Paradise! Steps from the Water, NEW BOAT DOCK with your own Firepit.

Lakeside Paradise! Steps from the Water, NEW BOAT DOCK with your own Firepit.

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Lakeside Paradise! Steps from the Water, NEW BOAT DOCK with your own Firepit.
Lakefront Bungalow, NEW BOAT DOCK, Hot Tub, Firepit

Lakefront Bungalow, NEW BOAT DOCK, Hot Tub, Firepit

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Lakefront Bungalow, NEW BOAT DOCK, Hot Tub, Firepit
Overlook Watauga Lake, log cabin- BOAT DOCK, HOT TUB & FIRE PIT

Overlook Watauga Lake, log cabin- BOAT DOCK, HOT TUB & FIRE PIT

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Overlook Watauga Lake, log cabin- BOAT DOCK, HOT TUB & FIRE PIT
Casa Lago Lakefront on Watauga Lake, covered boat dock, boat slip, water toys

Casa Lago Lakefront on Watauga Lake, covered boat dock, boat slip, water toys

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Casa Lago Lakefront on Watauga Lake, covered boat dock, boat slip, water toys
Sweet Water Estate - luxury lakefront with slip, Watauga Lake

Sweet Water Estate - luxury lakefront with slip, Watauga Lake

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Sweet Water Estate - luxury lakefront with slip, Watauga Lake
Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - privacy, lakefront

Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - privacy, lakefront

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Garretts Getaway at Watauga Lake - privacy, lakefront
LAKEFRONT HEAVEN. PRIVATE AND SECLUDED. LAKEFRONT

LAKEFRONT HEAVEN. PRIVATE AND SECLUDED. LAKEFRONT

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LAKEFRONT HEAVEN. PRIVATE AND SECLUDED. LAKEFRONT
Brand new cabin with HOT TUB, Dock & Lake Access

Brand new cabin with HOT TUB, Dock & Lake Access

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Brand new cabin with HOT TUB, Dock & Lake Access
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