Blue Ridge Parkway - Over 50 miles of this famous scenic drive from the southern boundary of New River Country includes Doughton Park, Brinegar Cabin and Jeffress Park.
Mt Jefferson State Park - Situated at the 4900 foot summit of Mt. Jefferson, this park offers beautiful panoramic views of the mountains. Mountaintop picnic sites, and a nature trail.
Boone, NC - Home of Appalachian State University. Quaint mountain village with tons of shops, historic attractions, and a well-known summer outdoor theatrical production.
Blue Ridge Mountain Frescoes - The most significant fresco art in the South is located in two small churches, one in Glendale Springs and one just south of West Jefferson.
The New River - Flowing for over 100 miles, the World's second oldest river offers canoeing, fishing and swimming. A 26 1/2 mile stretch of the river is designated a National Scenic River.