Banner Elk
Travel Guide





Visit Banner Elk
Where to stay in Banner Elk

Mill Ridge
While Mill Ridge might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Grandfather Vineyard & Winery and Julian Price Park.

Tynecastle
If you're spending some time in Tynecastle, Grandfather Mountain State Park and Watauga River are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown
While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Elk Statue and Tate-Evans Park.

Charter Hills
While there might not be top attractions in Charter Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Beech Mountain Resort and Land of Oz.

The Lodge at Banner Elk
Hotel has seen better days.
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026

Smoketree Lodge
Great staff, nice clean establishment , website was accurate in describing the information about the hotel.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

Heritage Hill Cabins
Close to everything Boone has to offer but feels like you’re in your own private oasis! It was an absolutely gorgeous property with tons of amenities, very well maintained, and overall we were so overjoyed with our experience. The only thing it was missing was a hot tub! We will be back.
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026

Smoketree Lodge
Great staff, nice clean establishment , website was accurate in describing the information about the hotel.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

Heritage Hill Cabins
Close to everything Boone has to offer but feels like you’re in your own private oasis! It was an absolutely gorgeous property with tons of amenities, very well maintained, and overall we were so overjoyed with our experience. The only thing it was missing was a hot tub! We will be back.
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026

The Highlands at Sugar
Everything was good overall. Great location, gorgeous view, comfortable, nice new bathrooms, except Fire place was not working. Walls were thin, windows wouldn ’t all close, floors creaked every step. Just didn’t seem well made structurally. Safe but old.
Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026
Popular places to visit

Sugar Mountain Resort
Hit the slopes in Sugar Mountain with a visit to Sugar Mountain Resort. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its hiking trails.

Beech Mountain Resort
Hit the slopes in Banner Elk with a visit to Beech Mountain Resort. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its hiking trails.

Land of Oz
Enjoy a fun-filled day at Land of Oz during your visit to Beech Mountain. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its ski slopes.

Grandfather Vineyard & Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Grandfather Vineyard & Winery during your travels to Banner Elk. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its hiking trails.

Tate-Evans Park
You can learn about the history of Banner Elk when you stop by Tate-Evans Park. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its ski slopes.

The Greene
The Greene is just one of the places to see in Banner Elk, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?



