Our Mountains are Open - Come on Up!
Blowing Rock is back and blooming for the Spring 2025 Season and we can’t wait to welcome you! So, come on up and enjoy all that Spring has to offer in the NC High Country.
SPRING COLOR REPORT
The NC High Country is Back and Blooming and so is Blowing Rock! We will be documenting our vibrant blooms and charming downtown all season long! Follow along with our weekly posts below and don’t forget to add us on socials! #backandblooming #blowingrocknc
As spring unfolds, vibrant colors continue to grace both our natural landscapes as well as the streets and sidewalks here in Blowing Rock. This week, the spotlight remains on the Catawba Rhododendron, with the addition of a wide array of azaleas and other May gems springing to life and creating quite the spring palette!
Spring is in full bloom in Blowing Rock, with vibrant colors adorning both our downtown and natural landscapes. This week, the spotlight is on the Catawba Rhododendron, adding splashes of vibrant magenta throughout town!
The High Country is blooming more each day, and this week’s colors are putting on a show from sidewalks to overlooks. A fresh round of flowers is brightening Blowing Rock, with some vibrant newcomers and returning spring favorites.
Each week, we’ll share where to find vibrant seasonal color, which blooms are peaking, and some special spots to soak in the sights.
SPRING ACTIVITIES & INTERESTS
Artists in Residence
If you love art, and are planning on spending any amount of time in Blowing Rock during the Spring or Summer seasons, Artists in Residence is a must-see experience! Drop by on your trip, or stop in every week and see all of the talented artists displaying their skills and selling their works.
5 Things To Do In Spring In Blowing Rock
Blowing Rock is a premier tourist destination year round. In Summer we have festivals and moderate temperatures, in Fall we have colorful leaves, in Winter we have skiing. Spring is the often overlooked season that offers so much more than expected. The buds are just coming out on the trees, the air is still crisp making views spectacular, and everything moves just a little slower in Spring. Enjoy the flavors, sights, and smells that Spring has to offer here in Blowing Rock. We hope you’ll consider visiting Blowing Rock in the Spring. This way you can skip the busiest
What to Pack for a New or Longer Hike
One of Blowing Rock’s most beloved pastimes is hiking in the beautiful surrounding wilderness. When heading out to a short, familiar path, you can often just grab a water bottle and go. But sometimes you may be in the mood for exploring a new trail or taking a longer hike, and it’s always best to be prepared! What do you need for a new or longer hike?
Meltdown Games!
March 16 & 17: Appalachian Ski Mtn. sends winter out with a bang! If you haven’t experienced the Melt Down Games, you’ve never seen the Mountain like this!
44th Trout Derby Kicks Off Spring Recreation
Anglers of all ages and levels are invited to compete for cash and prizes at the 44th Blowing Rock Trout Derby! The Derby will take place in Blowing Rock on Saturday, April 6, from sunrise to 4:00pm.
Trails We Took In May
With leaves still unfurling and wildflowers in bloom, May is a beautiful time to hit the trails! Here’s a wide variety of recommended paths.
Trails We Took In April
April brings a host of wildflowers to the High Country, and we know some of the best places to see them- check out these trails!
Fishing Near Blowing Rock
The High Country’s beautiful streams, lakes, and rivers provide wildlife sanctuaries and many recreational opportunities- like fishing! The best times of year to fish for trout here in in the High Country are the spring, fall, and winter months, when the water temperature is between 45° and 65°. Our waters offer excellent opportunities for catching brown, brook, and rainbow trout.
Foggy Weather Suggestions
What do you do in Blowing Rock when the fog has set in and you can’t see the natural splendor? Read on for some local activity suggestions while you wait out a foggy day.
8 Fun Picnic Spots in Blowing Rock
Blowing Rock is an excellent place to go on a picnic. Whether you’re looking for a romantic date, a fun lunch with friends, or a family memory, a picnic can be a great option. We’ve compiled a list of picnic locations in and around Blowing Rock that are beautiful and versatile!
Spa Vacations: A Relaxing Girlfriend Getaway
In town, you’ll find The Spa at Chetola Resort, just the relaxing retreat you’ve been searching for. Enjoy various massages, manicures & pedicures, facials, and a beautiful indoor pool. While there, you might also enjoy a natural cooking class or invigorating yoga session.
Birding in Blowing Rock
Blowing Rock is located on the Blue Ridge Parkway and bordered by the Pisgah National Forest, providing close proximity and easy access to a multitude of habitats. This area of the Blue Ridge Mountains provides a home for about 160 breeding species of birds, with over 250 species appearing with regularity during migrations. In fact, the High Country is one of the most diverse breedings and spring migration areas in the eastern United States, with large numbers of neo-tropical migrants and forest interior species. Several species, like the Canada Warbler, are at the southern-most end of their breeding range
SPRING EVENTS
If you love art, and are planning on spending any amount of time in Blowing Rock during the Spring or...
Blowing Rock is a premier tourist destination year round. In Summer we have festivals and moderate temperatures, in Fall we...
One of Blowing Rock’s most beloved pastimes is hiking in the beautiful surrounding wilderness. When heading out to a short,...
March 16 & 17: Appalachian Ski Mtn. sends winter out with a bang! If you haven't experienced the Melt Down...
