| there's also a shuttle for appalachian trail hikers (fee). there's also a bunkhouse and a hikers' hostel. 7 miles from watauga point recreational area. set along a creek stocked with rainbow trout, this relaxed, seasonal mountain inn is 5. there are also rustic cabins minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers; some cabins have bunk beds, and linens are available for a surcharge. some have fireplaces or wood-burning stoves, washer/dryers and/or porches. cottages come with living and dining areas, and either kitchenettes or full kitchens. 2 miles from hampton and 9. amenities include a store and an event center. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am
Asheville Regional Airport 1 hr 43
Elk River Falls (43 min)
Dramatic waterfall with cliffside trails & a beach area popular for wading in natural pools. Watauga Point Recreational Area (19 min) Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park (27 min)
Interpretive exhibits on 18th-century history plus a trail with signs detailing events of the area. Laurel Falls (5 min)
Hiking, waterfall, and outdoor recreation Watauga Lake (48 min)
Created in 1948, this reservoir in the Cherokee National Forest offers boating, fishing & more. Grassy Ridge Bald (52 min)
Peak with trails through pine forest & grassland, plus summer wildflowers & summit views. Roan Mountain (50 min)
Scenic ridgetop along the Appalachian Trail offering mountain views & a variety of hiking routes. Roan Mountain State Park (31 min)
Park at 6,285 feet with rhododendrons, hiking & camp featuring cabins, tennis court & swimming pool. Cherokee National Forest (26 min)
Scenic drives, whitewater rafting & more Wilbur Dam (28 min)
Lake, river, and outdoor recreation Carvers Gap (49 min)
Trail through forest & meadow, noted for spring wildflowers & leading to a mountain viewing point. Buckeye Recreation Center (59 min) Watauga Dam (34 min)
Completed in 1948, this 950-ft.-long dam makes the highest reservoir in the Tennessee River system. | 
