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- Blue ridge parkway

- New River State Park

- Mount Jefferson State Natural Area

- Grayson Highlands State Park

-Elk Knob State Park

- The Mountains-to-Sea Trail

Behind the on-site cabin, you can enjoy a 1-mile walking trail. You can rest at the top of the mountain with a picnic table and swing. It is on the Trails App and we can send you details once you book your date. It’s a great activity, especially for weekend weddings.

Mount Jefferson State Natural Area: This park offers a variety of trails, including a strenuous 1.1-mile hike to the summit of Mount Jefferson, which offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Elk Knob State Park: This park features several hiking trails, including a 3.7-mile trail leading to the summit of Elk Knob, one of the highest points in Ashe County.

Grayson Highlands State Park: Although this park is located in Virginia, it’s just a short drive from Ashe County and features some of the best hiking trails in the area. The park is known for its stunning vistas, high-elevation meadows, and wild ponies.

New River State Park: This park offers a variety of hiking trails, including several that follow the banks of the New River, one of the oldest rivers in North America. The park also features a historic mill and a visitors center.

The Mountains-to-Sea Trail: This trail stretches across the entire state of North Carolina, including a section that passes through Ashe County. The trail features a variety of terrains and landscapes, including forests, mountains, and farmland.