Burke County

North Carolina

A rocky waterfall with clear water flowing over the rocks.
A waterfall cascading over rocks into a pond surrounded by dense forest.
A rocky riverbed with flowing water, surrounded by greenery and moss-covered rocks.
A forest stream with rocks and trees.
A waterfall cascading over rocks in a forested area.

Popular cities in Burke County

A couple sitting on a blanket facing a sunset over a mountain range.
Morganton
Known for Friendly people, Dining and Family-friendly
Get away to trendy Morganton! Enjoy the mountains, local cuisine and wineries.

Reasons to visit

  • Hawksbill Mountain
A mountainous landscape with dense forests and rocky outcrops.
Nebo
Known for Wineries, Natural parks and Nature
Experience Nebo: its wineries, parks and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Lake James State Park
A multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by dense forest.
Valdese
Known for Historical and Museums
Love history and museums? Get away to Valdese!

Reasons to visit

  • McGalliard Falls Park
A forest stream with rocks and trees.
Connellys Springs
Known for Coffee, Dining and Family-friendly
Escape to Connellys Springs! Enjoy its coffee, golf and natural setting.
Rhodhiss
Rhodhiss
Head to sights like Lake Hickory and Catawba River as you discover Rhodhiss.