Area Attractions

Grandfather Mountain, with it's famous "Mile High" Swinging Bridge, is located just 5 minutes from Land Harbor. Wildlife habitats, beautiful scenery, challenging hiking trails, and relaxing picnic sites are just a few of the many things you can experience when you visit Grandfather Mountain.

Asheville NC is only 75 miles away from Land Harbor and features the world famous Biltmore House. Asheville is also the home to many unique and interesting arts and crafts.

The beautiful Blue Ridge Parkway is just 5 minutes from our resort. Parkway visitors will enjoy the exhilirating hike up to breathtaking Linville Falls, the peacefulness of Julian Price Lake, and other wonderful scenery around the many picnic and camping sites.

Appalachian State University in Boone is 20 minutes away. ASU offers many enjoyable programs featuring national symphonies,operas, plays, and shows at the Farthing Auditorium and Turchin Art Museum which are located on campus.

There are lots of choices when it comes to skiing and snowboarding in Western North Carolina. Ski Beech, Sugar Mountain, and Ski Hawksnest are just a few slopes that are located within minutes of our resort.

The beauty of underground caverns can be found at Linville Caverns. Linville Caverns is located Approx. 15 miles from Land Harbor on Hwy 221 South.

Young and old alike will enjoy visiting the nostalgic Tweetsie Railroad which is located between the towns of Boone and Blowing Rock on Hwy 321. Quaint shops and interesting arts and crafts can be found in downtown Blowing Rock . While there, you'll want to check out the breathtaking mountain views from the legendary "Blowing Rock".

Aside from all that's mentioned above, there's exciting gem mining, guided fishing tours, wonderful antique shops, old-fashioned general stores, unique dining, and lots more!