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Before you go
Your trip to Blowing Rock.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Blowing Rock – North Carolina Destination Asheville and Blue Ridge
How to get there
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Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) 150 km
Approximate distances. Check flights and bus, train or boat schedules before you travel.
By car, about 150 km from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and about 2 hours from Asheville via US-321 or US-221. The neighboring town of Boone is about 13 km away.
How many days
Two days for Grandfather Mountain, The Blowing Rock overlook, local trails and, with kids, a day at Tweetsie Railroad.
When to go
From May to October; October has fall colors and busier weekends. Summers are cool. In winter there are ski resorts near the village and some roads can become slippery.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Do you need a car?
Yes. Attractions are spread across the mountains and there is no regular public transport.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
One day in Blowing Rock
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Morning
Grandfather Mountain
Drive up Grandfather Mountain Road to the swinging bridge and visit the animal habitats and nature center.
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Afternoon
The Blowing Rock and the main street
Return to Blowing Rock, visit The Blowing Rock overlook and walk along the main street and the village park.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
What to do in Blowing Rock?
Visit Grandfather Mountain and its swinging bridge, The Blowing Rock overlook, Tweetsie Railroad, sections of the Blue Ridge Parkway and the surrounding trails.
Is Blowing Rock close to the Blue Ridge Parkway?
Yes, the parkway runs along the edge of the village. Check which sections are open before planning your route.
How far is Blowing Rock from Grandfather Mountain?
About 30 km, or 35 minutes by car via US-221.
What time zone is Blowing Rock in?
Blowing Rock follows Eastern Time: UTC-5 in winter and UTC-4 in daylight saving time, from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November.