The small, unincorporated Scaly Mountain, North Carolina, with a population of only 354, offers year-round activities that come alive in the winter season, perfect for a winter weekend getaway. And the best news — with an average annual snowfall of 38 inches, snowfall is expected to be greater than normal and the winter chill colder than normal this upcoming winter. So with that in mind, bring out the long johns and head to the mountains to capture the snowiest place of all.
1. A place to call home
Bear Ridge Cabin just added a hot tub to this cozy and secluded hideaway. This beautiful 800-square-foot space sits in 15 breathtaking acres of wooded wilderness and cool mountain air, surrounded by streams, a waterfall, trout fishing, and trails.
Sleeping up to five people with two bedrooms and one full bathroom, the rustic wooden floors and tiny lamps give this room warmth.
2. Head out to your first adventure
Highlands Aerial Park gives you a chance to hang over the snowy mountains because you are that brave. Make a reservation today.
This view awaits as you gear up for possibly the biggest adventure of your life.
And you're off with the flow of gravity zooming through 95 acres to the most unbelievable sight in the state.
3. Warm up with some food
After that exhilaration, let's warm up and eat something delicious, which you can smell even before you walk into Blue Hound Barbecue.
Lunch brings several choices. If you can't decide, try a combo of four types of meats and two sides.
Some of those include tater salad, kettle chips, cheese grits, mac and cheese, and Brunswick stew.
4. Your next snowy excursion
Wake up! It's time for some more fun at Highlands Outpost.
This wild ride offers tubes and a Magic Carpet lift to the top.
The rest just happens as you fly down laughing all the way. And don't forget the ice skating rink.
5. Time to get crafty
Maybe today you are heading home, but before you go, be sure to stop in Scaly Mountain Crafters. This interesting store offers hand-crafted items from over 90 local artists partnering with the nonprofit SERV International, providing meals around the world.
A percentage of every item sold here goes to provide food through SERV projects.
These hand-woven, 75 percent wool socks might come in handy in these winter months.
And do you want to know where this sweet pen came from?
This could be you in a pen-turning class, creating your own pen style, wood and trim color, plus it is laser-engraved.
Find out what classes are offered ahead of time.
How about a winter weekend getaway to Scaly Mountain in North Carolina? If you go, please tell us about your visit in the comments below. Here are some more winter activities to enjoy in the Tar Heel State.
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