Beech Mountain is the highest elevated town along the east coast which allows for a mild climate during the summer and plenty of snow in the winter, providing endless opportunities for outdoor recreation and fun. Tucked among the Blue Ridge Mountains, the town is home to primarily second and seasonal homes, making it a fantastic location for those interested in a vacation home. However, there is still plenty to do year-round, making it a prime location for full-time residents as well. Learn more about everything Beech Mountain has to offer!
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Dining & Shopping in Beech Mountain
Beech Mountain has an endless supply of dining options for any time of day and for whatever you are craving. Start your day off right with coffee at the Slope View Cafe, then stop by Fred's Backside Deli for some sandwiches at lunchtime. For dinner, enjoy a mouth-watering barbecue at Holy Smokes BBQ, or choose Mile High Tavern (also known as Fraziers) for the classic pub fare and some quality time with friends around the fire in their outdoor patio section. The ski resort also provides some great options like the Beech Mountain Brewing Company, which serves locally brewed beer and has great food options as well.
Find everything from outdoor gear to homemade fudge while shopping with Beech Mountain. Fred's General Mercantile, which also houses the deli mentioned above, is a popular stop for locals and visitors and has everything you need, from groceries to ski rentals. The White Wolf Lodge Gift Shop provides customers with locally made treats, like their famous fudge, souvenirs specific to the town, and rentals for not just skis but also bikes, paddleboards, and more!
Special Events in Beech Mountain
Although this mountain town has plenty to do in the winter, Beech Mountain comes alive during the warmer months. Enjoy multiple concerts throughout the summer as well as the popular street dances. During July, you can also attend the Annual Roasting of the Hog and fireworks display on the Saturday closest to the 4th of July. And during the fall months, Autumn of Oz brings the community together at the Land of Oz Theme Park. The community and several local organizations make Beech Mountain an exciting place to be all year long when it comes to special events.
Things To Do in Beech Mountain
On top of the annual events listed above, there are so many other things you can do while in Beech Mountain. The town has a surplus amount of recreational opportunities thanks to its location, the local parks and recreation department, and of course, the Beech Mountain Resort, where you can ski and snowboard on 17 trails. Being located in the North Carolina mountains provides easy access to fishing, hiking, and biking (mountain biking at the resort), and the town even has a popular public sledding hill for the winter. Also located in town is the Land of Oz Theme Park, which transports visitors to the Wizard of Oz movie. And for the history buffs out there, the Beech Mountain History Museum is a must-stop.
Housing in Beech Mountain
Housing in Beech Mountain is mainly made up of single-family mountain homes and condos where you can find quaint cabins to large mountain estates. As of 2017, Beech Mountain had a population of 322 full-time residents and 5,179 seasonal or second-home residents.
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