Adventure. The word is synonymous with feelings of excitement, joy, and pure adrenaline rush. If your idea of an incredible day or weekend is one filled with escapades of daring-do, Rutherford county is the place to be! From ziplines and rock climbing to horseback adventures and fly-fishing, we've

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Visit during the spring and enjoy the early burst of color or spend some time with us over summer vacation; rent a lake house, take a boat tour, hike a trail, or attend a festival. Prefer to travel in the fall, take a scenic drive on country roads lined with rich hues of red, orange and gold or see it all up close by exploring one of our many trails or parks that reward those that choose to hike. Just make sure you don't count us out for winter travel because we have one of the best light displays in the country, not to mention hometown Christmas parades that make you feel like you've traveled back in time. Choose your adventure and we will see you soon.

One of the most highly anticipated times of the year for fun-lovers of all ages is definitely Spring Break. From parents to students, the young to the old, an opportunity to heed the call of the oncoming warmth of the spring season by taking a step away from life’s daily grind is hard to resist. If

Sometimes everyone feels the need to get away, but the incessant pull of everyday life thwarts it. Let's face it. We all need that moment of validation when contemplating leaving the duties & stresses of day to day responsibilities behind. No worries. We're here to help! The month of March may host
5 Bucket List Worthy Winter Adventures in the NC Foothills
February 2020 by Rutherford County Tourism

The North Carolina foothills are incredibly beautiful in winter. The leafless forests and valleys provide an Ansel Adams style beauty that's quietly resplendent in its chilled stillness. No matter whether you prefer to experience the wonder of winter outdoors from a footpath or atop a majestic
Your Ultimate New Year's Celebration
December 2019 by Rutherford County Tourism

So the holiday season is drawing to a close and you're searching for the perfect way to celebrate the beginning of a new year. In Rutherford county there are a host of options that will keep those angels on high singing long after the party draws to a close!
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Our Guide to The Ultimate Holiday Experience in Forest City
December 2019 by Rutherford County Tourism

Almost 90 years ago, back in the 1930s, the little town of Forest City decided to bring the holidays to their community by adorning 2 trees on Main Street with beautiful Christmas lights. In the years since, this lovely, quaint destination has grown and continually added more festive lights,
The Ultimate Guide for Shopping Local on Small Business Saturday
November 2019 by Rutherford County Tourism

Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Two of the most anticipated deal days of the year for holiday shoppers. But sandwiched in-between these two mega-retail days is one of the most important Community-Friendly days of the holiday shopping season; Small Business Saturday. Begun in 2010 by American Express
3 Farm to Table Restaurants in the Blue Ridge Foothills You Need to Try
November 2019 by Rutherford County Tourism

The term "farm to table" has become a catchphrase for any restaurant wanting to make its mark in the world of organic dining. True farm to table dining, however, is rarely possible without the accessibility of locally cultivated meats and produce. The state of North Carolina has a rich history of
Our Guide to Chimney Rock & Lake Lure Holiday Festivities
November 2019 by Rutherford County Tourism

Our Guide to Chimney Rock & Lake Lure Holiday Festivities
Chimney Rock and Lake Lure are the perfect places to enjoy the beauty of the North Carolina foothills at any season, but the holidays make them even more spectacular. From holiday lights and decorations bathed in crisp mountain air, to
Guys Need Weekends Too
November 2019 by Rutherford County Tourism

Guys' Weekend. It doesn't get enough credit. While it's true that women tend to do more planning of activities for their weekend outings, men do actually enjoy more things than wolfing down burgers and nachos while yelling at sports players on a big screen tv - they generally just don't like to plan
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