North Carolina High Country - Ashe County
Come Visit the North Carolina High Country Escape the heat of the low county and spend time this summer in the cool breezes of Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, also known as North Carolina’s High Country. This area is well known for adventures and activities. Here are only a few of the reasons to come to Ashe County for your summer vacation. The most visited park in the United States, the Blue Ridge Parkway – America’s favorite scenic drive makes its way through Ashe County. The Parkway is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year. In addition to breath-taking views of never ending mountain tops, there are many places to camp, picnic, biking and hiking on dozens of trails. As you drive through the Blue Ridge Mountains, there will be many small villages and towns that you will want to visit. One of those villages is Glendale Springs. Located in Ashe County, North Carolina, Glendale Springs is home to the Parkway Trading Post, the famous fresco paintings by world renow...