Every year NC Tripping polls their readers to gather The Best of NC Awards. For 2025, Blowing Rock was named Your Favorite Downtown in NC and the Best Mountain Town in NC. To even be considered for these awards is a great honor, and to win among the other stunning locations mentioned is downright humbling!
Your Favorite Downtown in North Carolina
Winner: Blowing Rock
Runner Up: Brevard
Finalists: Cary, Durham, and New Bern
The Best Mountain Town in North Carolina
Winner: Blowing Rock
Runner Up: Asheville
Finalists: Black Mountain and Boone
As you can see, we’re in great company with all of these runner ups and finalists. We’re so grateful to everyone who took the time to vote and to NC Tripping for hosting these awards. If you haven’t seen what sets Blowing Rock apart, come experience our hospitality for yourself!