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Things To Do In Wilkes County NC

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  • Outdoor Activities
  • c/o Brushy Mountain Cyclists Club, North Wilkesboro
  • 336- 921-3390

Wilkes County Government and the High Country Council of Governments in cooperation with cyclists in Wilkes County developed this map to encourage biking as a healthy and enjoyable form of recreation and an energy efficient, economical, and non-polluting form of transportation. The map suggests routes for bicycle travel throughout Wilkes County. Each of the 15 routes is signed with Wilkes County Bike Route signs that have arrows pointing in the direction of travel. The signs direct riders to travel in a direction that matches the elevation profiles illustrated in the Route Descriptions. Routes are signed for one direction only. Riders risk getting lost if they choose to deviate from the signed route. Some routes will overlap but cyclists should follow the arrows with the corresponding number for the route they have chosen.     

  • Outdoor Activities
  • 842 CBD Loop, North Wilkesboro
  • 336-667-7129 Ext: 3021

Locally grown produce, baked goods, jams and jellies, plants and more are offered on Tuesday afternoons and Saturday mornings from April through September at The Yadkin Valley Marketplace, located in the heart of historic downtown North Wilkesboro. The marketplace is also home of the annual Wine, Brew and Spirits Festival held the third Saturday in September.

  • Art and Architecture, Genealogy Resources, History and Heritage, Outdoor Activities

Wilkes County, NC was established in 1777 and is one of the oldest counties in western North Carolina, being founded right after the start of the Revolutionary War. Our history is a big part of our culture and our pride. Our residents have included famous frontiersman Daniel Boone, legendary soldiers, political leaders and NASCAR racing legends. Our architecture is as unique as our residents, as you will see when you visit the places shown in this brochure.

  • Outdoor Activities
  • 774 Dragway Road, Wilkesboro
  • Phone: 336-973-7223 Alt: 828-406-0955

Come play in our backyard! Drag racing held each weekend from April to October. Gear Jammers, funny cars, motorcycles and jet cars. "Test and Tune" every Thursday night, weather permitting. Snack bar and picnic area on site. Celebrating 60 + years of drag racing – we hold the title of the oldest dragway still in operation in North Carolina!

  • Outdoor Activities
  • 717 Main Street, North Wilkesboro
  • Phone: 336-651-8967 Fax: 336-838-3628

This greenway is a beautiful natural area between urban communities where wildlife, vegetation and streams are preserved and enjoyed. The Greenway travels along the Yadkin and Reddies Rivers. Paved and gravel walking trails for bicycling, jogging/running or just a leisurely stroll. River access and fishing piers along the Greenway add to this outdoor experience. Open dawn to dusk. For a map of the greenway, along with trailhead access points and parking, see our website.