NC Gold Trail

Categories	Gold Panning
Phone	828.286.9977
Website	https://www.visitncgold.com/burke.htmlVisit Website
Town	Morganton
Address	Catawba Green Way, Greenlee Ford Rd, Morganton, NC 28655
Pet Friendly	Yes

Panning for gold is alive and well in Burke County, and its rivers and creeks still have numerous gold deposits, ripe for the picking. You will find everything from beginners to experienced panners sifting through their most recent find in search of that golden yellow nugget. Experience the thrill of finding your own bit of gold along the Catawba River. Look for signs such as the one below, and always make sure to be safe and follow the rules.

Smokefoot Trade & Loan is your resource for panning equipment in Burke County. They have both beginner and expert panning tools to fit any need. You can view their online catalog and place your order ahead of time by visiting their website below.

Smoke Foot Website

More Attractions in Morganton

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Outdoor Attractions

Beanstalk Zip Lines

North Carolina's best family zipline experience! More than just a zipline experience, this is a full aerial experience. Have little ones? This course is perfect. While they can zip-line solo, our Beanstalk Builder engineered course enables tandem zipping !

701 Sanford Dr, Morganton, NC, 28655

Casual Dining

Sterling Grill and Lounge

Local restaurant that features great wings, and drinks with a casual, fun, downtown atmosphere. The full service bar is open into the evening and is often accompanied by karaoke or other fun events. Come check out this family owned and operated grill in downtown Morganton!

116 N Sterling Street, Morganton, NC, 28655

Galleries & Studios

Burke Arts Council

The Gallery is located inside the Old Burke County Jail in downtown Morganton.

506 S Sterling St, Morganton, NC, 28655

Cycling Health & Wellness Outdoor Attractions Specialty Retailers

Miracle On The Greenway Bike Rentals

Bike the Greenway, then come in and get you an iced cold drink and some ice cream. We now have Dipping Dots in Cookies and Cream or Cotton Candy flavors. All ice cream, drinks, and snacks $1 each. We’ll see you soon. Bike rentals $10/hr Kid trailer, baby seat attachment, scooter, or skates: $5/hr

351 Sanford Dr, Morganton, North Carolina, 28655

Casual Dining

Abele's Family Restaurant

Locally, family owned restaurant. American Fare with salad and hot buffet bar. Friendly atmosphere. Good food at Great Prices! Homemade Desserts!

2115 S Sterling St, Morganton, NC, 28655

Casual Dining

Stoney Place Cafe

A new eatery in Burke County offers a variety of made from scratch goods to the local community. The cafe co-owners, Felicia Austin and Lorrie Hoglen, opened their doors to the public offering a limited menu and a variety of outdoor seating options for the public. The cafe will be open Tuesdays through Fridays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each week. A variety of specials including salads, sandwiches, pastries and more will be offered.

107 Stoney Place, Morganton, NC, 28655

History Museums / Heritage Sites Outdoor Attractions

Historic Burke County Courthouse

Stepping into Burke County’s Historical courthouse is like stepping back in time. Listen intently and you can almost hear the shots fired by William Waightstill Avery, one of Burke Countys best-known lawyers, as he shot and killed Samuel Fleming in 1851.

102 E Union St, Morganton, NC, 28655

Casual Dining

Kin2Kin Sushi Bar & Japanese Restaurant

Located next to the downtown movie theater, they offer fast takeout or dine-in options.

103 S. Green Street, Morganton, NC, 28655