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Thermal Valley Hang Gliding

Enjoy a unique aerial adventure that will change the way you think of flying and the sky. Free flight will enrich your life.

Find your wings

Say "I DO" to Burke County

Find the perfect wedding venue for your Big day!

Wedding Venues

Catawba Valley Wine Trail

Enjoy the sweet taste of Burke County at our 5 unique wineries.

Connoisseurs

Renew, Relax, Refresh

James State Park

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Upcoming Events

Jun
6
8 AM

Morganton Farmers Market

Jun 6, 2020
8 a.m. - noon

Morganton Farmers Market

Jun
6
8 AM

Fathers Day Ugly Tie Contest

Jun 6, 2020
8 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Downtown Morganton

Jun
7
4 PM

Free Horse Fair

Jun 7, 2020
4 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Mimosa Hills Farm

Jun
7
8 AM

Fathers Day Ugly Tie Contest

Jun 7, 2020
8 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Downtown Morganton

Jun
8
8 AM

Fathers Day Ugly Tie Contest

Jun 8, 2020
8 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Downtown Morganton

Jun
9
8 AM

Fathers Day Ugly Tie Contest

Jun 9, 2020
8 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Downtown Morganton

Jun
10
8 AM

Fathers Day Ugly Tie Contest

Jun 10, 2020
8 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Downtown Morganton

Jun
10
12 PM

Wednesday Mini Market

Jun 10, 2020
noon - 4 p.m.

Wednesday Mini Market

Jun
11
8 AM

Fathers Day Ugly Tie Contest

Jun 11, 2020
8 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Downtown Morganton

Jun
12
8 AM

Fathers Day Ugly Tie Contest

Jun 12, 2020
8 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Downtown Morganton

Jun
13
8 AM

Market Chef Demonstrations

Jun 13, 2020
8 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Morganton Farmers Market

Jun
13
8 AM

Fathers Day Ugly Tie Contest

Jun 13, 2020
8 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Downtown Morganton

Girl's Getaway

Summer is the time to get outside and discover the foothills, the mountains, and the waterways in Burke County. We have put together itineraries of things we suggest doing during your visit. When you stay at least one night in one of our partner accommodations you will have access to these great deals with our partners. Get out of town with your friends and come see what you have been missing in Burke County.

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Couple's Getaway

Summer is the time to get outside and discover the foothills, the mountains, and the waterways in Burke County. We have put together itineraries of things we suggest doing during your visit. When you stay at least one night in one of our partner accommodations you will have access to these great deals with our partners. Get out of town with your significant other and come see what you have been missing in Burke County.

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Adventure Getaway

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Featured Attractions

Campgrounds Cycling Fishing Hiking Parks & Forests

South Mountains State Park

The largest state park in North Carolina with more than 40 miles of trails and an 18-mile mountain bike loop. Elevations up to 3,000 feet and an 80-foot waterfall provide excellent views. Located just south of Morganton and Valdese. Activities include equestrian camping, primitive camping, trout fishing, mountain biking, picnicking and hiking.

3001 South Mountain State Park Road, Connelly Springs, NC, 28612

Boating Campgrounds Camping Canoeing & Kayaking Cycling Fishing Hiking Parks & Forests

Lake James State Park Paddy's Creek Area

Tucked away in rolling hills at the base of Linville Gorge, Lake James includes 6,510 surface acres with more than 150 miles of shoreline. Swimming, canoeing, fishing and hiking. Picnic areas, bath house and rest rooms. Trails, camping and guided ranger tours and activities. 83 campsites range from boat-in only to car and walk-in sites.

2693 Park Trail, Nebo, NC, 28761

Hotels

Sleep Inn

Free Continental Breakfast. Swimming pool. Interstate 40, Exit 105.

2400a S Sterling St, Morganton, NC, 28655

Hotels

Quality Inn

The Quality Inn hotel in Morganton is conveniently located off Interstate 40, exit 105 and close to area attractions and businesses, including Lake James and Linville Caverns.

2400 S Sterling St, Morganton, NC, 28655

Hotels

Comfort Inn

The Comfort Inn & Suites hotel is located off of Interstate 40, exit 103.

1273 Burkemont Ave, Morganton, NC, 28655

Hotels

Days Inn & Suites

Experience warm southern hospitality and great value at Days Inn & Suites Morganton hotel.

1100 Burkemont Ave, Morganton, NC, 28655

Hotels

Hampton Inn

Experience the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains when staying at Hampton Inn Morganton. Centrally located in the Piedmont Region, this hotel provides easy interstate access. Visit the Pisgah National Forest located in the Appalachian Mountains of western North Carolina. Interstate 40, exit 105. One hour from Asheville, Boone and Charlotte.

115 Bush Dr, Morganton, NC, 28655

Campgrounds

Steele Creek Campground

On-site camp store, game room and snack bar plus water slide and swimming area with two diving boards.

7081 Nc-181, Morganton, NC, 28655

Campgrounds Camping Fishing

Rose Creek Campground

Take Highway 181 North from Morganton toward the beautiful mountains of western North Carolina, and turn left at the first campground you spot. Take the gravel road past the nursery to Rose Creek Family Campground.

3471 Rose Creek Rd, Morganton, NC, 28655

Bed & Breakfast

Fairway Oaks Bed & Breakfast

In addition, the Silver Creek Plantation Clubhouse features Papa’s Bar & Grill, which serves lunch and dinner.

4640 Plantation Dr,, Morganton, NC, 28655

Cabins & Cottages

Robardajen Woods Cabins

Robardajen Woods is a place full of Southern Hospitality that will carry you “back to the slower days of front porch living.”

Morganton, NC

Bed & Breakfast

Mountain Creek Bed & Breakfast

Mountain Creek Bed & Breakfast is a 3400 sq. ft. custom log home carved into the side of the South Mountains overlooking Laurel Creek. The Great Room features floor to ceiling cypress trees and a stone fireplace. The grand log stairs lead you up to the sitting area and two spacious suites occupying the entire 2nd floor.

5526 Nc-18, Morganton, NC, 28655

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Check out this beautiful photo of Hawksbill submitted by Chris DePasquale! Follow him @lets_explore828 for more of his amazing work! If you want a chance to be featured on our Instagram DM us photos you take in Burke County!

Thanks to @anthony_jackson_photography for allowing us to share this beautiful photo he took at South Mountain State Park! This Sunday is supposed to be gorgeous and with all the rain we've had, we are sure the falls will be spectacular. Get outside and

We hope everyone enjoyed their memorial day weekend. Thank you to all of the service men and women who have given their lives for our beautiful country. We also want to wish everyone a happy unofficial start to the summer! We hope you get to come spend s

Keep an eye on the skies tomorrow around 11am. The 145th Airlift Wing will be flying over I-40 to do a salute to medical personnel and first responders. Tag us if you get footage! discoverburkecounty #burkeout

We are excited to announce that short term rentals are now available to rent again! We invite you to come relax with us in Burke County. We have many cabins and airbnbs located in wide open spaces so you and your loved ones can still social distance but

Save the Date! Next week is National Travel & Tourism Week. A week where we typically celebrate planning summer vacations is hitting a little different this year with the COVID-19 crisis. We will be posting next week in solidarity with the tourism industr