- TripBuzz found 59 things to do with kids in or near Banner Elk, North Carolina, including 49 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boone, Blowing Rock, Linville and Morganton.
- From Grandfather Trout Farm to Sugar Mountain Resort, the Banner Elk area offers 63 different types of family activities, including: Rafting, Skiing & Snowboarding, Amusement Parks (All Ages) and Arts & Crafts Classes.
- Settled in 1848 by Martin L. Banner, Banner Elk is a small town with a population of under 1,100. Previously inhabited by Cherokee Indians, most likely for hunting and fishing purposes, the town is the home of Lees-McRae College. Banner Elk is located in northwest North Carolina, 118 miles to the north of Charlotte.
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Highway 321 South, Po BOX 145, Blowing Rock, NC 28605
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The Blowing Rock offers accommodations as well as a variety of family attractions including Tweetsie Railroad. Blowing Rock also features unique downtown shops and outlets, and outdoor adventure ranging from hiking and biking to spelunking and bouldering.
11.8 Miles
With over one-hundred native plant species, Daniel Boone Native Plant Garden has 3 acres of land to explore. Events at the garden include guided nature walks, photography workshops, and festivals.
11.9 Miles
Appalachian Cultural Museum featured local artisans, crafts and artifacts. It was a nice place to stop, stretch the legs and meet some local artists. Unfortunately, it is closed for several years now.
11.9 Miles
The Children's Playhouse is a play center for children. The center features several hands on exhibits and play areas. Attractions include an arts and crafts studio, construction zone, puppet theater, music and drama corner, and a train table.
12.1 Miles
Located in Boone, North Carolina, The Greenway Trail is actually a trail system that runs through Greenway Park. Some of the trails accommodate joggers, while others are reserved for walking only. The park is a popular venue for weddings and other events, but the trails remain open during such events.
12.2 Miles
The Boone Bowling Center is a local bowling alley offering a number of fun services and amenities for bowlers to enjoy during their visit. These include weekly cosmic bowling, bowling leagues, tournaments, and birthday party hosting.
12.3 Miles
The 16.9-mile Linville River contains about 6.5 miles of 4-5+ rapids that are popular with rafters. The river also is a popular spot with anglers who often catch brown and rainbow trout.
12.3 Miles
A seven-screen movie theater, Regal Boone Cinema 7 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers self-service and mobile ticketing, a game room and a snack bar with food and drinks.
12.6 Miles
Train enthusiasts love the Tweetsie Railroad, an Appalachian railroad museum and train conservation facility. The Railroad offers rides on restored antique trains, extensive modeling displays and plenty of other fascinating items.
12.7 Miles
Located just outside of Blowing Rock, North Carolina, Mystery Hill is a historical entertainment complex and souvenir shop that is very popular with families. This complex includes several museums and rental cabins.