The Greater Foscoe Mining Co. Tours

Ever fancied being a miner for a day? Then put on a hard hat and join a tour of The Greater Foscoe Mining Co, where you'll enjoy a fascinating peek into its operations and various roles.

This mining operation is often on the itineraries of visitors to Banner Elk. But The Greater Foscoe Mining Co. Isn't the only drawcard here. Sugar Mountain Resort, Grandfather Mountain, and Hawksnest Tubing Park are some other worthwhile attractions close by.

Plan a trip to see The Greater Foscoe Mining Co.

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Fairway Forest

Fairway Forest

3.5 out of 5
per person
Sep 17 - Sep 19
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Miami (MIA) to Asheville (AVL)
8.6/10 Excellent! (257 reviews)
Difficult to find, but very nice!

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

The Restoration Asheville

The Restoration Asheville

4 out of 5
Downtown Asheville
Save 100% on your flight
per person
Sep 4 - Sep 11
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Philadelphia (PHL) to Asheville (AVL)
9.8/10 Exceptional! (826 reviews)
Staff was excellent—quaint place to stay!

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

Elevation Lofts Hotel

Elevation Lofts Hotel

2 out of 5
Downtown Asheville
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per person
Aug 21 - Aug 25
found 4 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
New York (NYC) to Asheville (AVL)
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)

Popular places to visit

Julian Price Park

Julian Price Park

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Julian Price Park, a lovely green space in Boone. You can seek out the area's hiking trails and ski slopes.

Julian Price Park
Price Lake

Price Lake

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Price Lake during your travels in Blowing Rock. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.

Price Lake
Peaceful evening on the lake. #Adventure

Grandfather Mountain State Park

Explore the great outdoors at Grandfather Mountain State Park, a lovely green space in Boone.

Grandfather Mountain State Park
The sight of a single fisherman at the lake when visiting this National Park Service site prompted this late-afternoon image. ISO 100, 30mm, f/9.0, 1/500 sec.

Moses H. Cone Memorial Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Moses H. Cone Memorial Park and enjoy the hiking trails in Boone. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its ski slopes.

Moses H. Cone Memorial Park
After you've found all the awesome gems in your bucket o' rocks they sort them out and tell you what you've found. We got all these from the mother load bucket. They'll cut and set them in jewelry for you as well

Foggy Mountain Gem Mine

Enjoy a trip to Foggy Mountain Gem Mine and popular activities like hiking in Boone. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its ski slopes.

Foggy Mountain Gem Mine
Such a pretty little park to stroll through with some ice cream from Kilwin's!

Broyhill Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Broyhill Park and enjoy the hiking trails in Blowing Rock. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its ski slopes.

Broyhill Park

Best Lodging Options Near The Greater Foscoe Mining Co.

Cozy mnt cabin centrally located in the High Country!
Cozy mnt cabin centrally located in the High Country!
Banner Elk
Cozy mnt cabin centrally located in the High Country!
HUGE 5BR, 4.5BA, 3 King Suites, Dog Friendly!
HUGE 5BR, 4.5BA, 3 King Suites, Dog Friendly!
Boone
HUGE 5BR, 4.5BA, 3 King Suites, Dog Friendly!
2 Hot Tubs, Pool, Fire Pit, 9 Ensuite Bathrooms, Game Room, Trails, Sleeps 25!
2 Hot Tubs, Pool, Fire Pit, 9 Ensuite Bathrooms, Game Room, Trails, Sleeps 25!
Banner Elk
2 Hot Tubs, Pool, Fire Pit, 9 Ensuite Bathrooms, Game Room, Trails, Sleeps 25!
Relaxing 2 bedroom river side home. Home located in Banner Elk, NC
Relaxing 2 bedroom river side home. Home located in Banner Elk, NC
Banner Elk
Relaxing 2 bedroom river side home. Home located in Banner Elk, NC
Chalet near Boone, Blowing Rock, Ski Resorts, App St. w/ Mt Views, Pool, Firepit
Chalet near Boone, Blowing Rock, Ski Resorts, App St. w/ Mt Views, Pool, Firepit
2 out of 5
Banner Elk
Chalet near Boone, Blowing Rock, Ski Resorts, App St. w/ Mt Views, Pool, Firepit
Enchanting Mountain Tree House Hideaway.
Enchanting Mountain Tree House Hideaway.
Banner Elk
Enchanting Mountain Tree House Hideaway.
Great Grandfather View - hot tub, fire pit, great views!
Great Grandfather View - hot tub, fire pit, great views!
Banner Elk
Great Grandfather View - hot tub, fire pit, great views!
Land of Oz, Book Now! Family Layout+KidsBunk/Toys+Fire Pit+King+Outdoor Games+AC
Land of Oz, Book Now! Family Layout+KidsBunk/Toys+Fire Pit+King+Outdoor Games+AC
Banner Elk
Land of Oz, Book Now! Family Layout+KidsBunk/Toys+Fire Pit+King+Outdoor Games+AC
Private mountain home with mtn views, hot tub, firepit, decks, grill & fireplace
Private mountain home with mtn views, hot tub, firepit, decks, grill & fireplace
Banner Elk
Private mountain home with mtn views, hot tub, firepit, decks, grill & fireplace
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