We appreciate your support to our local economy this fall, as we rely on this season heavily.

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Things are not perfect yet, but most services have been restored.

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Shop for presents downtown, or go skiing and snowboarding at Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort.

But it’s a beautiful place to visit year-round for nature and a small-town experience.

While the area is open for business, representatives ask for patience when visiting.

Banner Elk holiday season

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Cashiers

Immerse yourself in nature in this outdoorsy village.

Brevard

The picturesque Land of Waterfalls is eager for tourists who want to visit mindfully.

Shelby

Located in North Carolinas land of rhythm and roots, Shelby is locatedwest of Charlotte.

Boone, NC

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This town is big on events, and theres something new happening nearly every weekend.

Surrounding the town, youll find mountains, trails, and lakes to explore.

beech mountain nc fall

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Main Street shopping in Highlands, NC

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Cashiers, North Carolina

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Great Smoky Mountain Railroad in Bryson City, North Carolina

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Brevard, North Carolina

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Red Bridges Barbecue Lodge in Shelby, NC

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