Explore Alexander County
J & A Orchard
Located 8 miles west of Taylorsville US 64-90 to Ellendale School, right on Old NC 90. Follow signs. Mountain grown appels.
Taylorsville, NC Orchards
Deal Apple Orchards
Located on Hwy 16 between Taylorsville and Wilkesboro. Seven miles from Taylorsville on Hwy 16 North. Additional products include peaches, nectarines, honey, and molasses.
Taylorsville, NC Orchards
St. Clair Orchard
Six miles North of Taylorsville, turn right on Vashti Road, 3rd house(white)on left.
Taylorsville, NC Orchards
Sugar Loaf Apple House
From Wilkesboro go south on hwy 16 ten mile. Sugarloaf is on the right. Hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Seven days a week. Mountain grown apples. Additional products include fresh produce, jams, honey, cider and citrus.
Taylorsville, NC Other Attractions
Hiddenite Center at the Historic Lucas Mansion
Three-story Victorian mansion houses a museum of antiques and collectibles, local gem and mineral collection, art gallery with changing exhibits and toy and doll collection. Fee for guided tour of museum; other areas are free. The Hiddenite Center'
Hiddenite, NC Famous HomesGreengo Orchards
Off Route 16. Mountain grown apples and additional products include Asian pears and nectarines.
Taylorsville, NC Orchards
Hiddenite Gems/Emerald Hollow Mine
Known as "The Gem Capitol of the World," Emerald Hollow provides an educational, fun experience for young and old. Enjoy a day in the Piedmont country side at you dig, sluice or "go creekin"
Hiddenite, NC Pioneer HistoryBrushy Mountain Country Club
Course Access: Semi-Private
Holes: 18
Reserve Advance Tee Times: 3