Banner Elk
Travel Guide





Visit Banner Elk
Where to stay in Banner Elk

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

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

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.

The Highlands at Sugar
I only checked two boxes for the search filters, kitchen and fireplace. I did not learn until I called the property to let them know I would be checking in after hours, halfway through my 6 hr drive to the property, that the fireplace was not working. I double-checked the original posting, and there ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

4 Seasons at Beech Mountain
Everything was easy checking in, room was clean and had everything we needed
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Bluegreen Vacations Blue Ridge Village, an Ascend Collection Resort
Muy facil acceso, el personal súper amable, un hermoso lugar para pasar un fin de semana en familia!
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

The Highlands at Sugar
I only checked two boxes for the search filters, kitchen and fireplace. I did not learn until I called the property to let them know I would be checking in after hours, halfway through my 6 hr drive to the property, that the fireplace was not working. I double-checked the original posting, and there ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Smoketree Lodge
Very courteous staff. The place is very dated but it's a good value for being so close to Beech Mtn (10 mins) and Sugar Mtn (25 mins) ski resorts. Room was well equipped with a mini kitchen and everything necessary to cook (Stove, pots and pans, boiler, toaster, cutlery, plates, bowls...) Quiet despite ...
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Heritage Hill Cabins
Veey clean and cozy! Love the cabin, I rated 4 stars as the check in instructions and website should be updated for off season. Our intro text talked about farm animals and then ended with "no animals at this time", same with the dinner Resturant, told to make reservations but then concludes with ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Popular places to visit

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.

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?

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.
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.


