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Lake James Black Bear Boat Access Ramp
Universally accessible, you'll find Catfish, Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Muskellunge, Smallmouth Bass, Sunfish, Walleye and White Bass. Public boat access ramp.…

Foothills Watershed
Restaurant, Event Venue, and Bike Pump Track (Coming soon). Live Entertainment, and Recreation/Meeting Space.

Something Blue Mountain Venue
Something old, Something new... Something borrowed and Something Blue!At Something Blue Mountain Venue, we strive to make everyone feel welcome…

Little Switzerland Books and Beans
In downtown Little Switzerland, you'll find the most unique three-story bookstore and coffee shop! Explore the many shelves and treasures of this gem!

Old Fort Picnic Area
This U.S. Forest Service property is an idyllic oasis with picnic tables scattered through the property. Listen to a babbling…

Nanu Gallery
NANU Gallery is a contemporary art gallery and community event space located in Downtown Old Fort, NC. NANU intentionally focuses…

Camp Grier
Camp Grier is ideal for family and individual vacations! Enjoy adventures like horse riding and mountain biking on 600 acres of beautiful land in Old Fort!

Little Switzerland Orchard, Cidery, Winery, & Brewery
New Micro Orchard featuring Ciders, Wine, and Craft Brews. Hosts 14 campsites (available on HipCamp) and farm homestead with…

Marion Lake Club Golf Course & Slices Bistro
The ONLY golf course on Lake James, dating back to 1923, when it was designed by famed golf course architect…

Hook and Anchor Family Seafood
A local favorite featuring an 18 item buffet plus salad bar. Of course, you may order off the menu and…

Blue Ridge Views
Impeccably appointed 3BR/3BA townhome adjacent to the North Cove Social Club and Disc Golf Course. This year-round vacation rental offers…

Grove Hill Pottery & Farm
Leslie Bradsher finds inspiration for her pottery and fiber work from the surrounding Pisgah National Forest and her family…

McDowell Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center
The Chamber of Commerce promotes community and economic development while operating a visitor center and…

Lower Heartbreak Ridge
Opening by spring 2024, the Lower Heartbreak Ridge Trail is part of the 42-mile trail expansion planned in the Old…

Catawba Falls
Catawba Falls is the headwaters of the Catawba River and is a multi-cascade waterfall which includes the "Lower Falls" and…

Blanton House & Venue
Located in downtown Marion, North Carolina, the historic Blanton House prides itself on offering fine southern cuisine with a low…