Avery County

North Carolina

A mountainous landscape with dense green forests and a valley.
A mountain peak with a rocky summit and dense forest at its base.
A winding mountain road with a bridge over a valley.
A mountainous landscape with layered hills and valleys, with sunlight filtering through clouds.
A mountainous landscape with a sunlit sky and clouds.

Popular cities in Avery County

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Banner Elk
Known for Mountains, Skiing and Hiking
Experience the mountains, skiing and riverfront in Banner Elk!

Reasons to visit

  • Sugar Mountain Resort
  • Beech Mountain Resort
  • Land of Oz
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A forested area with a small waterfall cascading over rocks into a stream.
Newland
Known for Friendly people, Mountains and Hiking
Trip time! Discover the mountains, skiing and hiking in secluded Newland.

Reasons to visit

  • Blue Ridge Country Club
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Linville
Known for Mountains, Scenery and Hiking
The beautiful Blue Ridge Parkway, impressive waterfalls and esteemed country clubs make this one of the most sought after communities in North Carolina.

Reasons to visit

  • Grandfather Mountain
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A waterfall cascading over rocks into a river surrounded by trees.
Elk Park
Check out the local area in Elk Park as you venture to sights like Pisgah National Forest.
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Crossnore
Crossnore
Known for Monuments
Explore Crossnore: its monuments and more!
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Plumtree
Plumtree
Known for Secluded, Relaxing and Beer
Escape to relaxing Plumtree! Enjoy its beer, mountain views and hiking.
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Stay near popular Avery County attractions

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Sugar Mountain Resort

8.8/10 (572 reviews)
Hit the slopes in Sugar Mountain with a visit to Sugar Mountain Resort. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its hiking trails.
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