
Beech Mountain is a town in the North Carolina Blue Ridge Mountains, located at an elevation of 1,678 m (5,506 ft). It is considered to be Eastern America’s Highest Town and is open for tourists all throughout the year. From cool summer, breezy spring to snowy winter, there are all-season trails, biking retreats, and panoramic views for you to enjoy amidst plenty of other activities for all age groups. The best Airbnbs and ski-in ski-out accommodations are waiting for you! Plan your trip now, and check out our list of the best things to do in Beech Mountain, NC:
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1. Lake Coffey

For those who enjoy or would love to try their hand at fishing, Beech Mountain is a great destination. One of the best spots for fishing here is Lake Coffey, one of the lakes that are annually stocked with fish by the Wildlife Resources Commission. The lake is best for delayed harvesting of trouts, particularly brown, rainbow, and brook trouts. A gentle reminder to those who want to fish at Lake Coffee, a regular inland license to fish must be obtained first!
Lake Coffey
Address: Beech Mountain, NC 28604, USA
2. Beech Mountain Brewing Company
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The Taproom is open Thursday through Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Try one of our hand crafted brews or daily specials.
Posted by Beech Mountain Brewing Company on Wednesday, June 22, 2022
In this skiing town, when you simply want to sit and chat with friends or end a day of skiing with some good ol’ drinking, the place to go is Beech Mountain Brewing Company. It’s perched just right in the village of Beech Mountain Resort and is a beloved hangout spot of avid skiers in the area, but is open to everyone! Their best year-round brews are their signature lager, the Beech Blonde, and the First Chair Coffee Blonde. Of course, these fine brews are best accompanied by their classic eats like chicken tenders, loaded fries, and so much more!
Beech Mountain Brewing Company
Address: 1007 S Beech Mountain Pkwy, Beech Mountain, NC 28604, United States
Website: Beech Mountain Brewing Company
Opening hours: Thu - Sun: 11am - 8pm (closed on Mon - Wed)
3. Perry Park
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Beech Mountain is a known destination for hiking and other outdoor activities, but for those who prefer the hidden gems of this area, Perry Park is a good place to be! Named after former Public Works Director Joe Perry, the park is part of the well-known Upper Pond Creek and is a fine location for those wanting to have a picnic in a tranquil setting. This attraction offers hiking trails and picnic grounds. A small waterfall is found here too!
Perry Park
Address: 137 Tamarack Rd, Beech Mountain, NC 28604, United States
4. Rascals Bar and Grille
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NC flounder Fish & Chips...doesn't get any better! Chef Paula
Posted by Rascals Bar & Grille on Friday, May 7, 2021
Classic American eats made with fresh ingredients and unique flavor is what Rascals Bar & Grille offers its diners. This casual restaurant offers local favorites like a jampacked North Carolina flounder and chips basket, Bloody Mary cocktails, and tempura coconut shrimp on jasmine rice. If you’re celebrating a special occasion in Beech Mountain, your trip to this eatery calls for a piece (or more!) of their decadent German chocolate cake. Enjoy the simplicity of comfort food with fresh takes from Rascals Bar & Grille!
Rascals Bar and Grille
Address: 1005 S Beech Mountain Pkwy #1, Beech Mountain, NC 28604, United States
Website: Rascals Bar and Grille
Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 12pm - 8pm; Fri - Sat: 12pm - 9pm
5. Beech Mountain Dog Park
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We can’t forget about our fur babies’ fun and enjoyment too! Take them to Beech Mountain Dog Park which is open any time of day! Officially called Beech Mountain Bark Park, this point of interest is fenced in and allows off-leash (but well-behaved) dogs to play and have fun with other dogs. The park provides a safe environment, not just for our furry friends, but for residents and tourists too. At Bark Park, your dogs can enjoy two play areas, watering stations, waste stations, and picnic cottages. The park rules, of course, must be upheld at all times.
Beech Mountain Dog Park
Address: 403 S Beech Mountain Pkwy, Beech Mountain, NC 28604, United States
Website: Beech Mountain Dog Park
Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)
6. The Buckeye Recreational Center
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Posted by Buckeye Recreation Center on Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Do you enjoy sports but don’t know what to do in Beech Mountain? The Buckeye Recreation Center has a fabulous indoor facility dedicated to expanding the recreational needs of residents and visitors alike: full-size gymnasium, indoor tennis, meeting areas, fitness area with state-of-the-art equipment, kid’s playroom, living room area, and an indoor walking track. The Buckeye Lake Park also offers outdoor recreation: tennis, walking track, ball fields, hiking trails, picnic shelters, fishing, boating, a campfire area, and picnic spots.
Beech Mountain Parks & Recreation operates several parks and over 20 miles (32 kms) of hiking and biking trails on Beech Mountain, including the Beech Mountain Bark Park.
The Buckeye Recreational Center
Address: 1330 Pine Ridge Rd, Beech Mountain, NC 28604-8894
Website: The Buckeye Recreational Center
7. Hiking and Biking at Emerald Outback
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Posted by Emerald Outback Trails on Wednesday, October 16, 2019
Looking for the best Beech Mountain activities for outdoor enthusiasts? The Emerald Outback is a year-round destination for hikers, trail runners, and mountain bikers. The Emerald Outback has nearly 7 miles (11.3 km) of gorgeous and challenging trails. It is free to access and open all days throughout the year. The emerald green forest filled with gnarly Beech trees, lush undergrowth, and small streams is the reason why this is a popular spot among nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers.
From June through September, lift access to the Emerald Outback is available Friday through Sunday (for a fee) via the chairlift at Beech Mountain Resort. The resort’s lift includes trays to carry mountain bikes to the summit, with riders following closely behind in a traditional lift chair. Hikers can ride the lift as well.
Hiking and Biking at Emerald Outback
Address: 328 N Pinnacle Ridge Rd, Beech Mountain, NC 28604, USA
Website: Hiking and Biking at Emerald Outback
8. Skiing at Beech Mountain Resort
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
It's been another great weekend on the slopes. Temperatures drop this evening, and snowmaking will resume as soon as possible. Check out the slope and weather report for updates. http://ow.ly/oxZ050I5fqn
Posted by Beech Mountain Ski Resort on Sunday, February 27, 2022
In western North Carolina, this resort is situated atop the Beech Mountain which boasts a base elevation of 5,505 feet (1,678 m) above sea level, making it the highest ski resort in eastern North America. While during summer, this is an ideal destination for mountain biking, disc golf, scenic lift rides, and outdoor yoga, during winters you can indulge on any of its 15 slopes with skiing, snowboarding, tubing, ice skating and more! Apart from the activities, you can unwind at the brewery, terrain park, Village Bakery, Sky Bar or any of the multi-cuisine restaurants.
Skiing at Beech Mountain Resort
Address: 1007 Beech Mountain Pkwy, Beech Mountain, NC 28604, USA
Website: Skiing at Beech Mountain Resort
9. Grandfather Mountain

Standing tall at 5,946 feet (1,812 m) Grandfather Mountain is the highest peak on the eastern escarpment of the Blue Ridge Mountains, one of the major chains of the Appalachian Mountains. Apart from the mountaintop, there are a couple of landmarks around here, including the Grandmother Gap, Mile High Swinging Bridge, the Linville River, flowing east, and the Watauga River, flowing west. The 11 trails on the mountain vary in difficulty, from strolling into the woods to some of the most rugged and intense hiking found in the Eastern US. One of North America’s largest Highland Games that feature traditional Scottish lineage, the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games are held here each year, drawing in visitors from all over the world.
Grandfather Mountain
Address: Avery / Caldwell / Watauga counties, North Carolina, USA
Website: Grandfather Mountain
10. Land of Oz

There was a time when the Land of Oz was a lively place. It didn’t need roller-coasters as it was an anti-theme park, created to offer a unique emotional experience amongst its visitors. There were live performances set amidst an environment which felt like being on sets of the original MGM movie. It was fully operational from the day of its launch in 1970, until the 1980s. Due to unfavorable circumstances, the park had to be closed.
In the 1990s, this Beech Mountain attraction was reopened to the public for limited days each month and it has slowly made its way back into the hearts of people. You must plan a visit on Fridays in June for “Dorothy Tours” and in September for “Autumn at Oz” - the largest festival in the area.
Land of Oz
Address: Yellow Brick Rd, Beech Mountain, NC 28604, USA
Website: Land of Oz
11. Tweetsie Railroad

Tweetsie Railroad is a family oriented Wild West theme park located between Boone and Blowing Rock, North Carolina, United States. The centerpiece of the park is a 3-mile (4.8 km) ride on a train pulled by one of Tweetsie Railroad’s historic narrow-gauge steam locomotives. The park also features a variety of amusement rides, live shows, a zoo and other attractions geared towards families with children. The park also hosts a variety of special events throughout the year.
Tweetsie Railroad
Address: 300 Tweetsie Railroad Ln, Blowing Rock, NC 28605, USA
Website: Tweetsie Railroad
12. Hawksnest Snow Tubing and Zip Line
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Posted by Hawksnest Zipline on Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Hawksnest is the East Coast’s largest snow tubing park. This is definitely the best possible way in Beech Mountain to spend some time with family and friends during the lazy winters. It has 4 different areas with over 30 professionally lit lanes of different types of terrains for snow tubing ranging from 400-1,000 feet (122 m - 305 m) long with two moving carpet lifts to bring you back to the top.
There are also two zip line tours available at the property offering spectacular views of the valleys, forest creeks, wild animals and of-course the park. The Hawk tour consists of 11 cables and 1.5 miles (2.4 km) and the Eagle tour consists of 9 cables and 3 miles (4.8 km) of zip-lines.
Hawksnest Snow Tubing and Zip Line
Address: 2058 Skyland Dr, Seven Devils, NC 28604, USA
Website: Hawksnest Snow Tubing and Zip Line
Stay, play, hike, bike, slide & enjoy!

The beauty of Beech Mountain town is that there’s something for everybody. There are so many things to do, yet if you want a meditative retreat, the serenity this place offers just calms your senses. What are you waiting for?
Time to plan for your next vacay! Happy Traveling.
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