Fall in Blowing Rock
A note to our autumn visitors:
As the High Country recovers from the impacts of Hurricane Helene, the 2024 Fall season is somewhat subdued but we are excited to welcome you! We appreciate your efforts to plan ahead and visit thoughtfully for your mountain getaway this season. Browse the events and activities below and please confirm the availability of any activity before traveling. Please note that many events will not proceed as planned and foliage has been affected in some areas as well. Call our information center at 828-295-4636 with any questions as we are happy to assist. Our downtown shops and restaurants, plus many several local attractions, are eager to welcome you, too! See you soon.
Fall Activities
Discover ideas for your autumn visit!
Waterfalls Near Blowing Rock
Blowing Rock is home to several waterfalls, and there are even more to be found in the nearby region. See below for directions to more than a dozen waterfall viewing sites. Several require hiking, so they are arranged by trail difficulty. Each of these falls is...
5 Sunset Views in Blowing Rock
The warm light creates the evening "golden hour" when everything is cast in a glow. Sunset light enhances fall colors, too! Check out these beautiful, no-hike sunset spots for a perfect end to your day whether with your friends, your significant other, or alone with...
High Country Wine Trail
The High Country has a wine trail! If you haven’t visited our local wineries, you’re in for a real treat. Great wine and beautiful views combine for a unique experience at each location. Grandfather Mountain Winery is in Foscoe, just to the northwest of Blowing Rock....
Apples, Mazes, & Farm Fun!
Fall means harvest time, and it brings more to mind than just pumpkin spice... everything. Whether you're looking for a pick-your-own orchard, a corn maze, or just want to take home a taste of fall in the NC Mountains, this list has you covered. From orchards to farm...
10 Tips for a Fall Visit to Blowing Rock
We want you to have a safe and relaxing visit on your next trip to Blowing Rock! Here are 10 tips for for less stress: Visit on a weekday if you can. The leaves are just as beautiful on a Wednesday, and the traffic is less dense. Plan early morning times for outdoor...
Heirloom Apples in the High Country
It's apple season! In the fall, High Country produce stands and farmers markets are bursting with unique apple varieties. In Blowing Rock, local apples are available at Sunset Tees & Hattery and Blowing Rock Market during the fall season. Which apples are best for...
Fall Color Blog
More Fall activities and posts below the Color Blog!
Fall Color Update: October 24, 2023
Last week we saw our most impressive colors at our highest elevations. Over the weekend we experienced wind that scattered some of our more vibrant leaves at the ridges of our mountains. However, there are still great colors to be found below 4,500 ft.
Fall Color Update: October 17, 2023
Well, we survived the wind this weekend and so did most of the leaves. Due to the later timing of this season, the trees did not lose nearly as many leaves in the wind gusts as they would have if color was further progressed. The weather has been cooler and color is moving along fairly rapidly now.
Fall Color Update: October 9, 2023
The weather has gotten cooler and is ideal for color change here in the High Country. Cool, sunny days help leaf color progression. Currently we are still not at peak with plenty of green left over from the summer months. However, we are seeing changes by the day.
Fall Scenes
Fall Events
We add new events often so if you do not see many listed, check back soon.
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