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Below you will find answers to some of the most commonly asked questions regarding the Boone area. For additional questions, please contact the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce at info@boonechamber.com or call 828-264-2225.
When is Peak Week for the leaves?
Peak Week usually "falls" around mid to late October. The website below is updated weekly!
Where is the best place to admire the fall foliage?
While all of Boone and it's surrounding areas offer beautiful views of the unique fall colors of the mountains, the Blue Ridge Parkway is among the most popular.
Our State has compiled a list of top places throughout Western North Carolina to view the foliage, and it includes a guide of how "peak" each location is, as well as other important information.
What are some events going on in the High Country this autumn?
High-Traffic Events
September 30: Southend and Lost Province's Oktoberfest
October 6: Buskers Fest
October 7: Oktoberfest at Sugar Mountain Resort
October 14: Honey Bee Festival
October 21: Valle Country Fair
October 21-22: Woolly Worm Festival
Ongoing/Recurring Events
Ghost Train at Tweetsie Railroad
Full High Country Calendar of Events
Explore Boone High Country Host
Current weather and future forecast?
Ray's Weather is a station on Blowing Rock Road in the heart of Boone with accurate forecasts updated daily.
Where can I find information on local ski resorts?
Appalachian Ski Mountain Beech Mountain Resort Sugar Mountain Resort
Where can I find information on local Christmas tree farms?
Choosing your own Christmas tree from a Boone Area tree farm is a memorable experience for the entire family. Some farms offer Christmas-themed crafts and gifts, hot cocoa or cider, cookies, hayrides, farm animals to pet, antique machinery to admire, and spectacular views. High Country tree farmers will also to ship their perfectly proportioned trees all over the world - but the choose & cut tradition of old is still alive and well - and close to home in the Boone area.