There is a lot to do in Wilkes County. When you need a break from crafting, you will find something to do in either Wilkesboro or North Wilkesboro.
If you like to walk or hike, there are plenty of options for you right outside the cabin door.
There are many more restaurants and places of interest than could be captured in one list. These are a select few that we enjoy.
Restaurants
Moravian Falls Grill (diner)
(closed on Saturday/Sunday)
Breakfast or Lunch
Time: 10 minutes
2094 Moravian Falls Rd, Moravian Falls, NC 28654
336-838-5955
Chili Verde (Mexican)
Lunch or Dinner
Time: 20 minutes
1502 Mall Sq, Wilkesboro, NC 28697
336-838-1999
Suck It Up Milkshake Company
(closed on Monday)
Ice cream, shaved ice, gourmet milkshakes
Time: 20 minutes
100 North Bridge Street
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
336-818-1625
Cagney’s Kitchen
Breakfast, Lunch or dinner
Time: 20 minutes
1200 Central Street, Wilkesboro, NC 28697
336-667-6008
Glenn’s Restaurant (diner)
(closed on Sunday)
Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner
Time: 20 minutes
800 River St, Wilkesboro, NC 28697
336-838-2541
Almost on the Lake (Seafood/Burgers)
(closed on Sunday/Monday)
Lunch or Dinner
Time: 20 minutes
3600 NC-268, Wilkesboro, NC 28697
336-921-5253
Breweries/Distilleries
TwoBoros Brewery (Pizza)
(closed on Monday/Tuesday)
Lunch or Dinner
Time: 20 minutes
111 E Main St, Wilkesboro, NC 28697
336-990-9455
Call Family Distillery (Moonshine/Whiskey)
(closed on Sunday-Wednesday)
Time: 20 minutes
1611 Industrial Dr, Wilkesboro, NC 28697
336-990-0708
Outdoor Activities
Blue Ridge Food Tours (details below)
North Wilkesboro Twilight Food & History Tour
Fridays & Saturdays 3:45 – 7:00pm (must book at least three days in advance)
Meeting Location Address: Public Parking Lot – 905D Street, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659
Phone: 336-937-8687
Yadkin River Greenway
Sections:
River’s Edge Park
W Kerr Scott/Fish Dam Creek
Moravian Creek
Mulberry Fields
Historic Jefferson Turnpike
Memorial/Smoot Park
Lowes/Cub Creek
Rendezvous Mountain State Park
Hiking
Time: varies, trails of different difficulties
1956 Rendezvous Mountain Rd, Purlear, NC 28665
Yadkin River Greenway
Sections:
River’s Edge Park
W Kerr Scott/Fish Dam Creek
Moravian Creek
Mulberry Fields
Historic Jefferson Turnpike
Memorial/Smoot Park
Lowes/Cub Creek
Mount Jefferson State Natural Area
Hiking
Time: 60 minutes
1481 Mount Jefferson State Park Rd, West Jefferson, NC 28694
Stone Mountain State Park
Hiking
Distance by Car: 25 miles
Time: 60 minutes
3042 Frank Pkwy, Roaring Gap, NC 28668
Rocky Face Mountain Recreational Area
Hiking
Time: 25 minutes
3451 Rocky Face Church Road, Hiddenite, NC 28636
Shopping
Gloria Sews (Quilt Shop)
(closed on Sunday/Wednesday/Saturday by appointment)
Time: 20 minutes
303 10th St, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659
336-818-0940
Ivy Ridge Traditions (Gift Shop)
(closed on Sunday)
Time: 20 minutes
813 Main St, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659
336-667-4556
Shoppes on the Parkway
Time: 60 minutes
278 Shoppes On The Parkway Road
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Telephone: 828-835-0199
Wineries
Roaring River Vineyards
(closed on Monday-Wednesday)
Time: 45 minutes
495 Brewer Mill Rd, Traphill, NC 28685
336-957-2332
Raffaldini Vineyards & Winery, LLC
Time: 40 minutes
450 Groce Rd, Ronda, NC 28670
336-835-9463
Places to Visit
Moravian Falls (waterfall)
Time: 15 minutes
536 Falls Rd, Moravian Falls, NC 28654
On your way up from Charlotte, be sure to check out Mason’s Sweet Shoppe in Union Grove and the Shiloh General Store.