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Boone's Spring Bucket List

Spring has a way of sneaking up on you in Boone. One week, the mountains are still snow-covered with late-season skiers, and the next the trails are dotted with ephemeral wildflowers, patios start filling up, and everyone’s looking for an excuse to spend a little more time outside. It’s also one of…

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Exploring Boone with Four-Legged Friends

We're avid animal lovers here at Explore Boone and firmly believe that furry friends need a vacation just like the rest of us! Follow this guide to discover the wealth of enjoyment you will have when you embark on a pet-friendly adventure to Boone. Jump To: Dog parks, restaurants with pet-friendly…

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A Historic Walking Tour of Downtown Boone

Trace the town's heritage with landmarks from Daniel Boone's early life, the site of a quick and deadly Civil War skirmish, and one of the oldest surviving African American communities in Western North Carolina. Whether dining in an old jailhouse-turned-restaurant or visiting a historic Art Deco…

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