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Yancey County Gems

	Burnsville Burnsville is one of the plums of the area. A darling country town brought up to muster with its charming shops and galleries. But don’t mistake this for a funky little country town. Its sophistication matches that of the residents living there. Don’t miss The Design Gallery, one of our favorites always featuring a piece from Gary Rawlins, Ponder Cove Innkeeper and furniture maker extraordinaire.
	The Blue Ridge Parkway Yancey county claims 20 miles of the Parkway from Milepost 339 at Crabtree Meadows to Milepost 360 at Balsam Gap. Many of our visitors exit the Blue Ridge Parkway at Milepost 344 and follow Highway 80 through the scenic Toe River Valley. With the Blue Ridge Parkway to the southeast and the Appalachian Trail to the Northwest, this area is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts.
	Craft Twice a year the Toe River Arts Council hosts a public tour drawing thousands of people here to tour galleries & artist studios. And don’t forget to schedule a visit to the famous Mt. Mitchell Crafts Fair, always held the first Friday & Saturday in August, showcasing many of our local artists.
	Quilt Trails Yancey County is soon to be featured in Barn Quilts and the American Quilt Trail, by Suzi Parron displaying their wonderful collection of American quilt patterns mounted on antique barns and town buildings. Might I suggest an afternoon drive allowing the quilt trail to be your guide through these magnificent mountain roads.
	Mt. Mitchell Rising more than a mile high the summit of Mount Mitchell is the highest point east of the Mississippi. For those who ascend this mighty peak, what looms in the horizon is a feast for the eyes—breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, rolling ridges and fertile valleys. The 1,946-acre Mount Mitchell State Park will provide you with some of the most tranquil moments you’ll ever experience.
	Penland School of Craft Penland is a national center for craft education dedicated to helping people live creative lives. Penland features workshops in books & paper, clay, drawing, glass, iron, metals, photography, printmaking and letterpress, textiles, and wood. The school attracts instructors from all over the world and the gallery itself is world class.