Seven Devils, NC

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A beautiful lesser known gem of the North Carolina forest. For a video guide of the hike to Otter Falls, please visit: https://www.hdcarolina.com/episode/otter-falls
A beautiful lesser known gem of the North Carolina forest. For a video guide of the hike to Otter Falls, please visit: https://www.hdcarolina.com/episode/otter-falls
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
This image was also taken in this shopping center in Banner Elk. I honestly don’t remember what store is pictured, possibly one of those which uses the term “shoppe” to reinforce the stereotype of Appalachia existing in the past. There is this idea of Appalachia as an anachronic place that is untouched by modern industry. What is so unique about this shopping center is that from one angle you see these historic-looking buildings and architecture, but as soon as you turn around there’s a busy road with billboards, gas stations, and, what is visible in this image, a McDonalds. Even though we imagine Appalachia to be an isolated region detached from the “real world” of today, the majority of the region is actually caught up to the industry. Appalachia experiences this same placelessness as a result of globalization as pretty much any other region of the US. #appalachianechoes
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
$103 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
$116 total
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boone. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and wired Internet (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
Tge breakfast was phenomenal berter than the waffle house no kidding nicest hotel staff ever and maintenance was roghg on the issue woth the fireplace we just didn't know how tl operate it lol

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

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

Graystone Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3 out of 5
2419 NC HWY 105 South Boone NC
$118 nightly
The price is $133 total per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
$133 total
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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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,263 reviews)
One of the best hotels we have ever stayed at. The rooms are impeccably clean, stylish, and very comfortable, creating a truly relaxing atmosphere. The staff is exceptionally kind, attentive, and professional, always ready to help with a smile. The breakfasts are outstanding — fresh, delicious, and ...

Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026

Graystone Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4 Seasons at Beech Mountain

4 Seasons at Beech Mountain

2.5 out of 5
608 Beech Mountain Pkwy Banner Elk NC
$120 nightly
The price is $135 total per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
$135 total
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Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Banner Elk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (461 reviews)
Dishes were clean out all in the dishwasher. Everything else was clean and comfortable. Nice view of the mountains and easy check in progress

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

4 Seasons at Beech Mountain
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BestView*HotTub*PoolTable*2King*FireTable*Fireplace*Arcade*Location*Pickleball

BestView*HotTub*PoolTable*2King*FireTable*Fireplace*Arcade*Location*Pickleball

Seven Devils NC
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Banner Elk. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions Sugar Mountain Resort and Grandfather ...
10/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
We all loved this house! It’s located in a great place it was clean and the view was amazing .We definitely would love to come back

Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025

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AVAILABLE 3BR_3BA Log Cabin, Pond Front, Hot Tub, Pool Table & near Skiing

AVAILABLE 3BR_3BA Log Cabin, Pond Front, Hot Tub, Pool Table & near Skiing

Seven Devils NC
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Banner Elk. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sugar Mountain Resort and Grandfather ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (117 reviews)
Great cabin! Plenty of room, comfy, and we really enjoyed the amenities.

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026

AVAILABLE 3BR_3BA Log Cabin, Pond Front, Hot Tub, Pool Table & near Skiing
Mamas Mountain Place -custom home, pet friendly, hot tub, large entertain room with foosball, pond

Mamas Mountain Place -custom home, pet friendly, hot tub, large entertain room with foosball, pond

2 out of 5
Seven Devils NC
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Banner Elk. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room jetted tubs, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Sugar Mountain ...
6/10 (1 review)
The house is beautiful. Rooms are smaller than the pictures, the pond is a good distance away and the hot water never really got hot but overall, my family had a wonderful time. The children loved the bunks in the playroom and the views were spectacular.

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025

Mamas Mountain Place -custom home, pet friendly, hot tub, large entertain room with foosball, pond
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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
Time to make some wine!

Grandfather Vineyard & Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Grandfather Vineyard & Winery during your travels to Banner Elk. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its hiking trails.

Grandfather Vineyard & Winery
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

Sugar Mountain Resort

Hit the slopes at Sugar Mountain Resort, a top ski area in Sugar Mountain. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its hiking trails.

Sugar Mountain Resort

Hawksnest Tubing Park

Hit the slopes in Seven Devils with a visit to Hawksnest Tubing Park. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its hiking trails.

Hawksnest Tubing Park

Cities near Seven Devils

Adobe

Banner Elk

Grandfather Mountain showing a suspension bridge or treetop walkway as well as an individual male

Linville

Boone

Boone

Sugar Mountain ski resort town park with view of Beech mountain and ski chair lift slope and green lush foliage and clouds in North Carolina Blue Ridge Appalachia

Sugar Mountain

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