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Things To Do In Wilkes County NC

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  • Art and Architecture, History and Heritage, Outdoor Activities
  • 202 Bridge Street, Wilkesboro
  • 336-667-3171

FREE Self-guided walking tour visiting 13 buildings that reveal the character of the town of Wilkesboro as it developed. All are examples of the distinctive styling and culture of their times and are included in the National Register of Historic Places. Each represents an aspect of community life that makes them historically noteworthy. The buildings are within walking range of each other. Included on the tour are The Old Wilkes Jail, The Robert Cleveland House, The Federal Building, The Carl Lowe House, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Wilkes County Courthouse, Old Law Office, The Smithey Hotel, J.T. Ferguson Store, The Johnson-Hubbard House, The Presbyterian Church, Cowles Law Office, and The Brown-Cowles House.

  • History and Heritage, Outdoor Activities
  • 100 East Main Street, Wilkesboro
  • 336-667-3171

The Old Wilkes Jail was constructed in 1859 and opened as jail in 1860. The history of its usage goes back to the war between the states when it was used to house confederate provisions as well as union prisoners. After the war, Tom Dula (of the famous ballad "Hang Down Your Head Tom Dooley") was incarcerated here until the change of venue was obtained by his defense attorney, former Governor Zebulon Vance. Another famous inmate was that of North Carolina's famous escape artist, "Otto Wood." The building was restored to its original state using as much of the original materials as possible. Access to the cells is through the original iron and wood doors. The old Wilkes County jail is one of the best preserved examples of nineteenth century penal architecture in North Carolina. Of particular note is the survival of its primitive security, including the front door which contains nails an inch apart so that even if a prisoner got hold of an object he could not saw his way out of the building. The Old Wilkes Jail is operated by the Wilkes Heritage Museum. Admission to the Wilkes Heritage Museum includes a self-guided tour of the museum, guided tour of the Old Wilkes Jail and the Captain Robert Cleveland Log Home.

  • History and Heritage, Outdoor Activities
  • Warrior Creek Campground on W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir, Wilkesboro
  • 336-838-8662

The Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail follows the route of assembly of the American Patriot army, which decisively defeated an American Loyalist army at the battle of Kings Mountain, South Carolina, in the dark days of the fall of 1780. The Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail covers approximately 220 miles from Abingdon, Virginia, through Eastern Tennessee, over the high mountains of North Carolina, across the Piedmont of North and South Carolina, to the Kings Mountain National Military Park. The Warrior Creek portion of the trail, located at W. Kerr Scott Reservoir, is certified and open to the public. The trail commemorates the Wilkes-Surry armies under Benjamin Cleveland and Joseph Winston as well as the Native-American "troops" who gave the creek its name.

  • Outdoor Activities, Farms and Orchards
  • 8217 Brushy Mt. Road, Moravian Falls
  • 336-921-3407

Located on Brushy Mountain Road seven miles south of Wilkesboro. Hours: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday - Saturday. Additional products include: pumpkins, grapes, plums, cherries, and peaches.

  • Outdoor Activities, Farms and Orchards
  • Perry Lowe Orchards, Moravian Falls
  • (336) 921-3123

Perry Lowe Orchards is a sixth generation apple orchard with over 100 acres located in the beautiful foothills of North Carolina. We offer apple u-pick in September and October. Enjoy beautiful mountain scenery while picking your favorite apples. We grow 30 varieties of apples. We also grow peaches and nectarines. We press and pasteurize our own apple cider and dehydrate our own apples. Our farm market has our apples, peaches, nectarines, apple cider, local produce, jams and jellies, and other NC made products. Our store will satisfy all of your apple cravings and more.

  • Outdoor Activities
  • 493 Brewer Mill Road, Traphill
  • 336-957-2332

Outdoor activities include cornhole, fishing, hiking, tire swing over the river, relaxing on the porch or by the river in comfy chairs, wading in the river, etc. This is time well spent getting away from day-to-day life as you visit Chez Josephine Restaurant or stay at one of their cabins.

  • Outdoor Activities
  • 1956 Rendezvous Mtn Road, Purlear
  • 336-667-5072

Welcome to Rendezvous Mountain Educational State Forest, a unique outdoors experience! Located in the rugged Blue Ridge Mountains, this forest showcases magnificent mountain hardwoods in one of North Carolina's most scenic settings. Part of the NC system of Educational State Forests. Park covers 3300 acres providing picnicking and hiking opportunities as well as educational programs by reservation. Its features are accessible by a series of well-marked trails, accented by exhibits and displays depicting the ecology of the managed forest.

  • Art and Architecture, History and Heritage, Outdoor Activities
  • 100 East Main Street, Wilkesboro
  • 336-667-3171

The home of Robert Cleveland, gentleman farmer, and his family of 17 children, is currently located behind the Old Wilkes Jail in full restoration and furnished in its period furniture. It was built in the 1770’s and originally located in Purlear, western portion of Wilkes County. Col. Benjamin Cleveland, Robert’s brother, led forces from Wilkes County to the Battle of Kings Mountain during the Revolutionary War. Admission to the Heritage Museum includes a self-guided tour of the museum, guided tour of the Old Wilkes Jail and the Captain Robert Cleveland Log Home.

  • Outdoor Activities
  • 825 Little Mountain Church Road, North Wilkesboro
  • 336-696-2146

Prettiest little golf course around with the best prices. Carts are a must on this 18 hole public golf course nestled in the Rock Creek community of Wilkes County. Scenic backdrop with rolling hills and plenty of wooded areas. Open from daylight til dark; advance tee times are not scheduled.

  • Outdoor Activities
  • 1011 Old US-421, Wilkesboro
  • 336-927-9636

This course was designed and built through the loblolly pines (hence the name) for the professional disc golfer in mind by the Wilkes County Disc Golf Club and town employees. This permanent course is located on over 70 acres of well-maintained land and each player will have several challenges through the hilly, wooded areas of the course. This Par 56 course has 18 baskets with concrete tees, along with a practice basket and tee to warm up. There are two sets of tees: gold and white. Gold rates right at 1000 and white rates right at 900. Each hole has been named after area landmarks, which is listed at each sign for a bit of history of our area, along with the hole information. Several benches and steps are placed throughout the course to help navigate, rest or enjoy the fresh air and mountain views in between baskets. Restrooms are located within the course and they will be open as weather permits. This course has plenty of parking and is on the Wilkesboro Fire Department campgrounds. Course is free to the public and will be open from dawn till dusk daily. Enjoy playing!