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Blowing Rock
Downtown Blowing Rock is brimming with quaint boutiques, independent eateries, art galleries, and local coffee shops to explore, all tucked into a walkable mountain village. A travel destination for over 120 years, the town's long-standing vacation culture has bred a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere. There’s a lively arts scene, too. Meet several artisans that create work in their studio-shops; from jewelry to rope baskets, watch the process of how they’re made. Find three beautiful parks in the center of town, with community green space and a sprawling playground in Memorial Park right on Main Street.
Located against the Pisgah National Forest on the Blue Ridge Parkway, Blowing Rock enjoys wide views and incredible outdoor recreation. Check out the town’s namesake, The Blowing Rock Attraction, for accessible vistas and walking trails. Several other local family attractions are open and eager to welcome you to the Crown of the Blue Ridge!
From Hickory, access Blowing Rock via US Highway 321 north. From Winston-Salem, travel to Boone via US Highway 421 west, then take US Highway 321 south.