Sponsored
by the:
Alexander County
Chamber of Commerce
16 West Main Avenue
Taylorsville, NC 28681
Phone 828-632-8141
Fax 828-632-1096
and
North
Carolina Division
of Tourism, Film, and
Sports Development
Visitors
and residents alike enjoy a wide variety of outdoor activities.
The
sparkling waters of Lake Hickory call you for a day on the lake while
the cool breezes of the mountains may set the stage for a relaxing
drive and picnic!
Enjoy camping, hunting, fishing and swimming. Try your luck at mining for
emeralds. Spend an evening racing go carts or watching a race. Take in a
day of golf or a lazy afternoon on Lake Hickory.
Outdoor
Recreation |
|
| ATV Riding | |
| Brushy
Mountain ATV Motor Sports Park |
828-635-7766 |
| Campgrounds | |
| Hiddenite Family Campground |
828-632-3815 |
| Linney's Mill Campground | 704-592-2075 |
| Christian Camp | |
| Hickory Cove Bible Camp | 828-632-2987 |
| Fishing | |
| Adams Fish Pond | 828-632-7149 |
| NC Catfish
Association Tournament Series |
828-312-4486 |
| Go Carts | |
| Pollard Raceway Park | 828-632-0966 |
| Golf | |
| Brushy Mountain Golf Club | 828-632-7502 |
| Rivercrest | 828-495-0017 |
| Sherrill Driving Range | 704-585-6609 |
| Horse Riding/Stables | |
| Jordan Riding Academy and Stables | 828-632-4403 |
| Hunting Lodge | |
| Chestnut
Hunting Lodge |
828-632-3916 |
| Marinas | |
| Rink Dam Boat Dock | 828-632-7937 |
| Taylorsville Beach Marina | 828-632-7649 |
| Mining | |
| Hiddenite Gems/Emerald Hollow Mine | 828-632-3394 |
| Rodeo | |
| H & H Arena | 828-632-3111 |
| Tennis | |
| Frye's Tennis | 828-310-0094 |
| Water Parks | |
| Suncrest Water Park | 828-632-2731 |
The Emerald
Hollow Mine is
the only emerald mine in the United States open to the public for prospecting.
Each year, thousands of rockhounds, tourists and educational field trip participants flock to this popular North Carolina attraction to experience the thrill of finding rare gemstones in the rough. Whether a serious or amateur prospector hoping to fulfill dreams of finding hidden treasures, a student experiencing an enriching "hands on" learning experience or a family seeking quality outdoor recreation, a trip to the Emerald Hollow Mine guarantees a fun and exciting adventure for people of all ages!
Each year, thousands of rockhounds, tourists and educational field trip participants flock to this popular North Carolina attraction to experience the thrill of finding rare gemstones in the rough. Whether a serious or amateur prospector hoping to fulfill dreams of finding hidden treasures, a student experiencing an enriching "hands on" learning experience or a family seeking quality outdoor recreation, a trip to the Emerald Hollow Mine guarantees a fun and exciting adventure for people of all ages!
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