THINGS TO DO
People often ask us what there is to do in the area around our Ashe County cabins. Below we have listed links to websites that will give you information about the many activities in the area. There is a wide range of options which vary from outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, canoeing, horseback riding, fishing and golf to indoor recreation such as shopping and wine tasting. Plus there are some great restaurants in the area. And then there is of course the Blue Ridge Parkway. Take a look and see what suits your fancy! Enjoy!
HIKING
Doughton Park
Trails in the Doughton Park area include the Cedar Ridge Trail, a strenuous 4.2 mile hike, and the Bluff Mountain Trail, a moderate 7.5 mile hike, both accessible from the Brinegar Cabin parking overlook (milepost 238.5). The short Fodder Stack Trail (milepost 240.6) showcases the varied plant life of the area, while the Bluff Ridge Trail, Grassy Gap Fire Road, and Flat Rock Ridge Trail are all moderate to strenuous trails that provide the hiker with beautiful views and abundant wildlife.
http://www.highcountryhiking.com/doughton.htm
WINE TASTING
Thistle Meadow Winery
Thistle Meadow Winery offers individualized tours of our family-owned winery. Our tours include tastings of wines made from grapes grown around the world.
http://www.thistlemeadowwinery.com/
HORSEBACK RIDING
Burnt Hill Stables
Miles of Guided Scenic Mountain Trails & Back Roads to Explore the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina . Horses for all skill levels. We offer 1 or 2 hour rides. Trail rides for 1 or 2 up to 10 people.
http://www.burnthillstables.com/
CANOEING/TUBING ETC.
New River Outfitters
Your canoe trip includes top quality canoes, paddles, life jackets, and transportation either to your put-in point or back from your take-out point. You can choose the length of your trip - a brief sampler of an hour, a short trip of 2 to 3 hours, an intermediate trip of 3 to 5 hours, or an all day trip of 6 or more hours. Most people stop to eat along the river, and you can bring your own lunch, buy lunch fixings at our store, or order a lunch from our deli in advance.
http://www.canoethenew.com/
Zaloos Canoes
http://www.zaloos.com/
New River State Park Easy paddling and spectacular scenery make the New River a natural canoe trail for inexperienced paddlers. Its shallow, gentle waters and mild rapids are perfect for beginners, families and groups, but even expert paddlers return again and again to experience the river's beauty and tranquility. Click here to download a map of the New River Paddle Trail.
http://ils.unc.edu/parkproject/visit/neri/home.html
BIKING
Virginia Creeper Trail
The 15.9 miles of trail between Iron Bridge (Mile 18.4) to the state line are part of the Mt. Rogers National Recreation Area in the Jefferson National Forest . This part of the trail runs through some of the most rugged and picturesque country in the East and is widely lauded as one of the most beautiful trails on the continent. Bike rental and shuttle services are available.
http://www.vacreepertrail.org/
GOLF
Jefferson Landing
http://www.jeffersonlandingclub.com/country_club/golf/index.cfm
Mountain Aire Golf Club
http://www.mountainaire.com/
New River Golf Club
http://www.sparta-nc.com/newrivergolf/
FISHING
New River State Park
Cast your line from the river banks and reel in tonight's dinner. The south and north forks of the river provide some of the best smallmouth and redeye bass fishing in the region. The south fork downstream from the US 221 bridge is stocked with muskellunge. Trout fishing is excellent in the smaller, faster tributaries, most of which are designated general trout waters and are stocked regularly with rainbow and brown trout. Anglers need a state fishing license and should obey the regulations of the NC Wildlife Resources Commission.
http://ils.unc.edu/parkproject/visit/neri/do.html
Doughton Park
Basin Cove Creek complex (mileposts 238 - 244) has Rainbow and Brook Trout where the streams are stocked. Anyone with a valid Virginia or North Carolina fishing license is welcome, but please check with the visitor center for any special regulations.
http://www.nps.gov/blri/doughton.htm#doughtonstay
RESTAURANTS
Restaurants in West Jefferson
http://www.google.com/local?hl=en&lr=&q=restaurants&near=West+Jefferson,+NC+28694&sa=X&oi=localr Shatley Springs Inn
Shatley Springs Inn has served as a landmark destination for many decades. Travelers come to enjoy the country cooking, the famous spring water, and the beautiful mountain scenery. Families and tour groups alike find the country atmosphere relaxing and reminiscent of times past. After eating a family style meal, many guests visit the gift shops or take a walk around the lake. Others sit and rest a spell in the rocking chairs on the porch. Come and see for your self the best kept secret in northwestern North Carolina .http://www.shatleysprings.com/
Restaurants in Sparta
http://www.mytravelguide.com/restaurants/ctrestaurants-8720501-United_States_North_Carolina_Sparta_restaurants.html
Restaurants on the Blue Ridge Parkway
http://blueridgemtns.net/restaurants/
SHOPPING
Shopping in West Jefferson
http://www.discoverourtown.com/NC/West%20Jefferson/Shopping-3434.html
Shopping near Glendale Springs
http://www.google.com/local?hl=en&lr=&q=shopping&near=Glendale+Springs,+NC+28629&sa=X&oi=localr On the Parkway: North West Trading Posthttp://freespace.virgin.net/john.cletheroe/usa_can/pictures/00107.htm
OTHER
Churches of the Frescoes
Just off the Blue Ridge Parkway in the Mountains of North Carolina are two small historic Episcopal churches just twelve miles apart. They not only have the distinction of having full wall frescoes by internationally known artist Ben Long, but they also share the same congregation – "The Parish of the Holy Communion".
http://www.ecva.org/exhibition/acs/commun_1.html
Ashe County Cheese Factory
North Carolina 's only cheese factory. Viewing of cheese production; samples. (Monday-Saturday; closed holidays)http://www.superpages.com/cities/mtg/40277/
Things to do along the Parkway
http://www.highcountryparkway.com/249.html
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