any suggestions for weekend getaway to the mountains?

[rfb]

Originally Posted by he's so hott

Can you do some hiking in Boone or Swizterland? I want to do this in early Jan when the family comes up. I would imagine that driving to those places in wintry weather would be somewhat scary. Is that the case?

You should be able to get to either. The DOT does *not* clear the Blue Ridge Parkway when it snows, and it does snow some at the higher altitudes. That said, Boone isn't all that high - only in the 3,000 to 3,5000 foot altitude range, so you should be OK. But an unexpected snowstorm could make access more difficult. I haven't been to Little Switzerland, so I can't comment on access during the winter months. But it will be colder - probably 10-15 degrees colder than the Triangle at that time of year - so dress appropriately.

[Mikeheel]

Originally Posted by he's so hott

Can you do some hiking in Boone or Swizterland? I want to do this in early Jan when the family comes up. I would imagine that driving to those places in wintery weather would be somewhat scary. Is that the case?

Linville Gorge (the best hiking in the area, IMO) is readily accessible from either Boone or Little Switzerland. Boone is more accessible in inclement weather.

Mike

[Mikeheel]

Originally Posted by mcfamilyof4

awesome!! thanks everybody. we are in luck that our anniversary falls AFTER the last peak weekend so rates go down and availability goes UP.

Great! I hope you all have a wonderful trip, wherever you decide. I don't think you can go wrong with any of the suggestions I've seen on this thread.

Mike