The RCTDA continues to closely monitor the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic as it relates to our Nation, North Carolina and Rutherford County.Our top priority is always the safety, health, and wellbeing of our community, its residents, and visitors. We understand that these times are confusing and can be difficult for many. We encourage you to continue supporting each other and our community's small businesses and ask that you reference individual websites and social media platforms for updates on local businesses and events. At this time and until further notice, our two Welcome Centers are closed and the Tourism Development Authority office is seeing guests by appointment only. Please call 828.207.6013 or email Taylor at 
Summer vacation is officially in full swing, and the kids are full of energy, but where can families journey to that doesn’t require extensive travel filled with the sounds of “Are we there yet?” If you’re in North or South Carolina, Tennessee, or Georgia, your ultimate activities destination is
Experiences
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.
Posts from July 2019
De-Stress, Relax, Unwind
July 2019 by Rutherford County Tourism
Does everyday life have you feeling frazzled? Do you dream of 10 consecutive minutes to clear your mind and rejuvenate your body and spirit? Does the thought of an entire day or more of that particular luxury seem like a pipe dream? Dream no longer. There is a place where spa resorts, yoga havens,