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See & Do
Mt.
Jefferson State Park
1481 Mt. Jefferson State Park Road
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 246-9653
moje@skybest.com
West
Jefferson Park
West Main Street
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 246-3551
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View From Mt.
Jefferson
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New River State Park
1477 Wagoner Access Road
Jefferson, NC 28640
(336) 982-2587
neri@skybest.com |
Photo is courtesy of the National Committee for the New River |
Bluff Mountain Nature
Preserve
Hike the Nature Conservancy’s Bluff Mountain Nature Preserve. Bluff is one
of the most ecologically significant sites in the southeast, as the
mountain’s unique geology, hydrology and ecology intertwine to create an
unusual mixture of habitats and wildlife. The mountain is distinguished by
over eleven natural communities that provide a fertile home for over four
hundred and fifty species of plants. Since the mid 1800s, naturalists have
explored this ancient landscape, cataloging its many unique natural
communities and species.
Bluff’s most celebrated natural feature is a twenty-five acre plateau on the
southeast side of the mountain. The plateau contains two extremely rare
natural communities: a glade area, often called the rock garden, that is
home to the rare reindeer lichen; and a southern Appalachian fen, a wetland
similar to a bog.
The hike is approximately two miles over rocky terrain of medium difficulty
and takes about four hours. Learn about this unique environment by arranging
a guided hike: by appointment only, at a cost of $10 per person. For more
information contact:
Doug Munroe
415 Waterfall Mountain
Warrensville, NC 28693
(336) 385-6507
Virginia Creeper Trail
The Virginia Creeper is a shared-use trail connecting Abingdon, Virginia,
with the Virginia – North Carolina border. The trail began as a Native
American footpath. Later, it was used by European pioneers, and was
eventually the site of the Virginia -Carolina railroad. It got its nickname
“Virginia Creeper” from the early steam locomotives as they slowly struggled
up the mountains.
With about 50 trestles and bridges, sharp curves and steep grades, the
Virginia Creeper was the quintessential mountain railroad. Crews faced
wash-outs, rock slides and other hazards, but it was economics that sounded
the line’s death whistle. Having failed to turn a profit since before the
Great Depression, the Creeper ran its last train on March 31, 1977.
From Abingdon to Damascus, the trail right-of-way belongs to the two towns,
but most of the actual land is private. While you do have the right to use
the trail across their property, please respect landowners. Stay on the
trail, close gates, keep dogs under control, don’t frighten the livestock,
and do be friendly! The trail between Damascus and the North Carolina border
is owned and administered by the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area,
however some sections go through private land and the corridor may be only
40’ – 100’ wide. PLEASE RESPECT PRIVATE LAND!
For rules of the trail and other information, contact:
The Mount Rogers National Recreation Area
3714 Highway 16
Marion, VA 24354
(800) 628-7202
www.vacreepertrail.com/
New River Zoo
3581 Big Flatts Church Rd.
Fleetwood, NC 28626
Phone : ( 336) 877-9219
Fax : (336) 877-9219
Email : newriverzoo@yahoo.com
Website:
http://www.newriverzoo.com
New River Zoo offers over 60 species of animals in a quaint mountain setting
providing entertainment for all ages. The zoo also includes picnic areas,
nature trails, and a petting zoo. We welcome groups and individuals to come
out and enjoy what our facility has to offer.
Ashe County Cheese Company
Phone: (336) 246-2501
Fax: (336) 246-6135
106 East Main Street
West Jefferson, NC 28694
E-Mail: ashecheese@skybest.com
The Carolina's only cheese manufacturer, Ashe County Cheese has been in
business since 1930. Watch cheese being made, then select one of your
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Churches of the Frescoes
Phone: (336) 982-3076
P. O. Box 177
Glendale Springs, NC 28629
Ben Long painted three frescoes at St. Mary's: "Mary Great With Child" in
1974, "John the Baptist" in 1975, and "The Mystery of Faith" in 1977. In the
Summer of 1980, he painted the fresco of "The Last Supper" at Holy Trinity.
Visitors are welcome.
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Golf
1104 Golf Course Road
West Jefferson, NC 28694
phone 336-877-4716
fax 336-877-4718
email: mountainaire@skybest.com
website
www.mountainaire.com
Enjoy a round of true mountain golf! This course features spectacularviews and a friendly atmosphere with reasonable rates. Call or visit ourwebsite for tee times and information on real estate opportunities. |
Christmas in July
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Mountain Music Jamboree
9331 Hwy 16 South
Glendale Springs, NC 28629
Phone: (336) 384-4079
toll free at 800-803-4079
Website:
www.MountainMusicJamboree.com
E-mail: atscott@fastransit.net
Showplace for traditional mountain music & dance. Area talent, family
atmosphere. Anyone can watch or participate in square dancing, flat-footing
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1904 Ashe County Courthouse
1904 Ashe Courthouse Preservation Organization
301 East Main Street
PO Box 1404
Jefferson, NC 28640
Ashe County Courthouse and Museum opening July 2004 |
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