Banner Elk Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Banner Elk
Where to stay in Banner Elk
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.
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 Grandfather Trout Farm.
Smoketree Lodge
Dated but staff was friendly and helpful! Heated indoor pool while watching it snow flurry outside was amazing for the kiddos. Large rec room for coffee and games with social activities. This place ain’t the 5star embassy but it was perfect for our lil family
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
The Lodge at Banner Elk
Friendly staff. Comfortable room. Delicious coffee and breakfast
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
The Highlands at Sugar
Clean comfortable spacious unit. Older complex could use some soundproofing between the upper and lower units.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Smoketree Lodge
Dated but staff was friendly and helpful! Heated indoor pool while watching it snow flurry outside was amazing for the kiddos. Large rec room for coffee and games with social activities. This place ain’t the 5star embassy but it was perfect for our lil family
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
The Highlands at Sugar
Clean comfortable spacious unit. Older complex could use some soundproofing between the upper and lower units.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Heritage Hill Cabins
Very beautiful cabin, nestled in the thick of the mountains in NC. We truly enjoyed this cabin and the surrounding areas. We will return
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025
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.
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 at Sugar Mountain Resort, a top ski area in Sugar Mountain. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its hiking trails.
Hawksnest Tubing Park
Hit the slopes in Seven Devils with a visit to Hawksnest Tubing Park. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out 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.
