Explore Burke County
Linville Gorge Wilderness Area
Linville Gorge Wilderness, coverning more than 12,000 acres, is laced with trails that wind through thickets of mountain laurel and descend to the depths of Linville Gorge - one of eastern America's most rugged and scenic gorges. It is frequently referred to as the "Grand Canyon of the East."
Linville Falls, NC Wilderness AreasCatawba River Greenway
Maintained by the City of Morganton, the greenway is currently a 3 mile paved walkway that provides picnic areas, playground, canoe launch, fishiing pier, overlooks and access to shopping and restaurants.
Morganton, NC Other Attractions
Table Rock
Located off NC 181 near Linville Falls in the Pisgah National Forest, Grandfather Ranger District. There are 3 popular climbing faces for adventures; however climbing around waterfalls is forbidden.
Morganton, NC Other Attractions
Mimosa Hills Golf & Country Club
Course Access: Private
Holes: 18
Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7
Parkview Lodge
Great location adjacent to Blue Ridge Parkway. Near by attractions - Linville Falls, Linville Gorge, Linville Caverns, Grandfather Mountain, Snow Skiing, Gemstone Mining, Roan Mountain.
Linville Falls, NC Parks
South Mountains State Park
Offers approximately 14 miles of trout streams and 48 miles of trails designated for mountain bikes, equestrian and hiking activity. Features the High Shoals Falls on the Jacob's Fork River, a torrent of water that falls approximately 80 feet over a cliff of bare rock. Free. Fee for camping.
Connelly Springs, NC State ParksJamestown Flea & Farmer's Market
Open Saturday & Sunday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM. 14 years with over 250 permanent dealers inside & out.
Morganton, NC Farms
The Old Mill Antiques
Unique & Unusual Items 8,000 sq.ft. 33 Dealers open Tues-Saturday 11am-6pm Sunday 1pm-5pm
Glen Alpine, NC Businesses
Pine Mountain Golf Club
18 hole golf course, open to the public 7 days a week.
Connelly Springs, NC Golf Courses
Old Rock School & Art Gallery
Constructed from stones the Waldenses pulled from the fields, the Old Rock School hosts concerts and dramas as well as other events in the 473 seat auditorium. Home to the Art Gallery of changing exhibits. Mon-Fri 9-5.Also home to the Piedmont Western Railroad club
Valdese, NC Arts