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The Top 11 Attractions in Mitchell County

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Mitchell County. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Mitchell County is a region where 11

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: October 10, 2025

Round Bald

Round Bald is a 5,826-foot bump along Grassy Ridge within the Roan Highlands. It's barely over a kilometer from the car, so it sees a lot of crowds and picture-enthusiasts. …

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At an elevation of 6,189 feet, Grassy Ridge Bald serves as the center of Grassy Ridge. The ridge features over 1,000 acres of exposed grassy ridges and balds, with panoramic views of the Roan Highlands and the clouds.

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Park at the highway and continue up towards one of the most beautiful balds on the Appalachian Trail. The view point ends on a large, grassy bald with a multitude …

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This is a pretty cool tunnel that you get to ride through on the Blue Ridge Parkway. The Little Switzerland Tunnel is over 500 feet long and wide enough for 2 cars to pass by each other.

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Hefner Gap Overlook is situated at Milepost 325.9 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. The overlook offers a head-on view of Linville Mountain and some other lower-lying peaks. There is also …

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This is a pretty cool tunnel that you get to ride through on the Blue Ridge Parkway. The Little Switzerland Tunnel is over 500 feet long and wide enough for 2 cars to pass by each other.

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Visitor Center along the Blue Ridge Pkwy with an interesting museum inside on the geology and mineralogy of North Carolina (and beyond).

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At 6,220 feet and just a short distance off of the highway, Roan High Bluff is an excellent lookout spot. The viewpoint on the Tennessee/North Carolina border offers views of …

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At 6,220 feet and just a short hike off of the highway, Roan High Bluff is an excellent lookout spot. The viewpoint on the Tennessee/North Carolina border offers views of …

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At Milepost 329.8 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, Table Rock Overlook offers a far-away view of Table Rock Mountain (a very distinctive peak whenever it comes into view). The mountain …

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