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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
8/11/2017

Beech Mountain Resort

4.5/5(113 reviews)

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
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

Elk Statue

Learn about the local history of Banner Elk with a stop at Elk Statue.

Elk Statue

Sugar Mountain Resort

4.5/5(161 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Sugar Mountain with a visit to Sugar Mountain Resort. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its hiking trails.

Sugar Mountain Resort

Land of Oz

4.5/5(29 reviews)

Enjoy a fun-filled day at Land of Oz during your visit to Beech Mountain. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its ski slopes.

Land of Oz

Downtown Hotel Deals

Graystone Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Graystone Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3 out of 5
2419 NC HWY 105 South, Boone, NC
The price is $135 total per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
$135 total
per night
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Boone. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,112 reviews)
"Few places to walk dogs"

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025

Graystone Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boone University

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boone University

3 out of 5
165 Highway 105 Extension, Boone, NC
The price is $136 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$136 total
per night
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Boone. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and wired Internet (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Delightful stay and nice outdoor spaces to enjoy"

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boone University
Quality Inn & Suites Boone - University Area

Quality Inn & Suites Boone - University Area

2.5 out of 5
840 E King Street, Boone, NC
The price is $107 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$107 total
per night
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boone. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Room was pretty standard, clean and efficient. But that staff… Amazing!!"

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Boone - University Area
Rhode's Motor Lodge

Rhode's Motor Lodge

2 out of 5
1377 Blowing Rock Road, Boone, NC
The price is $132 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$132 total
per night
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Stay at this hotel in Boone. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (621 reviews)
"Great stay! Lots of charm!"

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025

Rhode's Motor Lodge
Comfort Suites Boone - University Area

Comfort Suites Boone - University Area

2.5 out of 5
1184 Highway 105, Boone, NC
The price is $121 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$121 total
per night
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Stay at this hotel in Boone. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,020 reviews)
"Very friendly and easy check in. Very clean room."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Comfort Suites Boone - University Area
Meadowbrook Inn

Meadowbrook Inn

3 out of 5
711 Main Street, Blowing Rock, NC
The price is $123 total per night from Nov 5 to Nov 6
$123 total
per night
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Blowing Rock. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Did none of these things"

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

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Charter Hills

While there might not be top attractions in Charter Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Beech Mountain Resort and Land of Oz.

Charter Hills
This was taken at a shopping center in Banner Elk. The entire center is designed to have this “old timey” feel. The shops have been upkept with this sort of historic architecture. There is this idea that Appalachia is somewhat detached from modernity, and commercial architects like to play into this. The same effect is seen in other parts of Appalachia and just on the east coast in general, for example Williamsburg, VA. The reality is that this “quaint” little town is just the same as any other place in the United States. We’re looking at BB&T, a commercial bank that is far from particular to place. The region of Appalachia can sometimes be less distinct than we like to think, and I feel this image captures this sort of denial of singularity. #appalachianechoes

Tynecastle

If you're spending some time in Tynecastle, Grandfather Mountain State Park and Watauga River are top sights worth seeing.

Tynecastle
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Mill Ridge

While Mill Ridge might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Grandfather Vineyard & Winery and Julian Price Park.

Mill Ridge
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