Banner Elk
Travel Guide





Visit Banner Elk
Where to stay in Banner Elk

Downtown
While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Elk Statue and Tate-Evans Park.

Charter Hills
While Charter Hills may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Beech Mountain Resort and Land of Oz.

Mill Ridge
Though Mill Ridge may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Grandfather Vineyard & Winery and Julian Price Park.

Tynecastle
While visiting Tynecastle, you might make a stop by sights like Grandfather Mountain State Park and Watauga River.

Smoketree Lodge
"This property is not what the pictures show! Those photos must be decades old! It is not a bright blue fresh painted place. It is not well-maintained. When we pulled in my kid screamed "Bates Motel!" The exterior was not maintained at all. It had weathered and gray boards with mold all over. We wanted ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026

The Lodge at Banner Elk

Heritage Hill Cabins
"Our second stay at these cabins and always impressive and beautiful. We will return and we also highly recommend."
Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Smoketree Lodge
"This property is not what the pictures show! Those photos must be decades old! It is not a bright blue fresh painted place. It is not well-maintained. When we pulled in my kid screamed "Bates Motel!" The exterior was not maintained at all. It had weathered and gray boards with mold all over. We wanted ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026

Heritage Hill Cabins
"Our second stay at these cabins and always impressive and beautiful. We will return and we also highly recommend."
Reviewed on 7 May 2026

The Highlands at Sugar
"Even though we arrived late, check in was swift and easy. What we got was a condo that matched the description in a tranquil setting with beautiful views."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Popular places to visit

Sugar Mountain Resort
Hit the slopes in Sugar Mountain with a visit to Sugar Mountain Resort. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its hiking trails.

Beech Mountain Resort
Hit the slopes in Banner Elk with a visit to Beech Mountain Resort. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or enjoy its hiking trails.

Land of Oz
Enjoy a fun-filled day at Land of Oz during your visit to Beech Mountain. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its ski slopes.

Grandfather Vineyard & Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Grandfather Vineyard & Winery during your travels to Banner Elk. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or enjoy its hiking trails.

Tate-Evans Park
You can learn about the history of Banner Elk with a stop at Tate-Evans Park. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its ski slopes.

The Greene
The Greene is just one of the places to see in Banner Elk, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?




