- The list below includes 58 free or cheap things to do in or near Blowing Rock, North Carolina, including 55 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Parks, Specialty Shops and Ziplines.
- From Moses H. Cone Memorial Park to Julian Price Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Blowing Rock and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boone, Banner Elk, West Jefferson and Linville.
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10.6 Miles
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567 Main St E, Banner Elk, NC 28604
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The only craft brewery in the area is known as the Flat Top Brewing Company, Banner Elk NC which is open to the public. Up to 12 beers are offered on tap including four stalwart year-round beers within their tap room.
10.7 Miles
With three floors of art to explore, Art Cellar Gallery showcases the work of local artists. The work covers a range of themes, from nature to portraits, and were made with glass, paints, wood, and other mediums.
10.9 Miles
Adventure company Edge of the World is located in Banner Elk, North Carolina. The company specializes in chartered whitewater rafting and mountain climbing excursions. Edge of the World accepts clients aged 12 and up.
11.0 Miles
Periwinkle Art School is an art school offering various art classes and private art lessons. Classes are available for both adults and children, with class sizes limited to eight per class. The school also hosts occasional 'art night' events.
13.0 Miles
The historic home of William Lenoir, Fort Defiance, Lenoir, NC was constructed in the late 18th century on the site of the original fort and stockade. It is maintained as a museum now, and hosts many special events.
13.9 Miles
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6993 Hickory Nut Gap Road, Banner Elk, NC 28604
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Nestled among the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Holston Presbytery Camp & Retreat Center is a Christian camp that offers a seasonally changing array of camps and programs for youth and for adults.
16.3 Miles
Featuring the work of a local artist, Pelican Glassworks showcases glass pieces that depict nature and marine life. At the gallery, visitors can purchase table ware, vases, and other handmade gifts.
17.0 Miles
The Caldwell Historical Museum is a museum that chronicles the history of Caldwell County. The museum features a gift shop as well as a native American, pioneer, formation of the county, and civil war exhibits.
17.7 Miles
The 16.9-mile Linville River contains about 6.5 miles of 4-5+ rapids that are popular with rafters. The river also is a popular spot with anglers who often catch brown and rainbow trout.
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7081 NC Highway 181, Morganton, NC 28655
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A popular camping and hiking spot, Steele Creek Park & Campground is one of the most popular parks in North Carolina. All park entrants must pay a small fee (cash only), and campers must register for a camp site at least 14 days before their arrival date.