Spruce Pine

Things to Do in Spruce Pine

Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Spruce Pine Gem & Gold Mine

Mine for native gemstones with one of the oldest mining families in North Carolina. Documented…

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Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Gem Mountain Gemstone Mine

As seen on the "Learning Channel," hunt for amazing treasures. Gem mine rain or shine.…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Museum of N.C. Minerals

Exhibits feature minerals and gems found in North Carolina. Fun, interactive displays explain the importance…

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Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

The Blue Ridge Soap Shed

Visitors can see soap made dailyApril - October, and enjoy all our handmade soaps (70+…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Grassy Creek Golf & Country Club

Challenging par-72 golf course offering small, fast bentgrass greens and a 90 cart path rule,…

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Find your way.

There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.

Historic Orchard at Altapass

Enjoy hayrides following the path of the Revolutionary War mountain soldiers or storytelling hayrides about…

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