McDowell County
McDowell County Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | July 2026
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Things to do in McDowell County
What to do
Looking for things to do in McDowell County? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Toms Creek Falls Trail
2.9
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Spacious Skies Campgrounds - Hidden Creek
2.7
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Catawba Falls Trailhead
2.7
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Chestoa View Parking Area & Viewpoint
2.7
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Green Knob Overlook
2.6
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Mount Mitchell State Park
3.5
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Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in McDowell County, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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What to eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top McDowell County dishes and foodie spots.
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English Cattle Company
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Popular Types of Attractions in McDowell County
Exhibitions & events | Performances | Concerts | Historical attractions | Nature and wildlife | Natural scenery | Mountain climbing | Beaches and shores | Cultural institutions | Themed exhibition halls | Museums | Science & technology museums | Leisure activities | Farms and pastures | Camping and campsites | Spa/massage | Sightseeing tours | Outdoor activities | Mountain climbing | Shooting | Cycling | Parks | Skybound experiences
Popular Attractions in McDowell County
Nebo Crossing Church | Wildacres Retreat | Marion Community Building | Grant's Indian Museum | Liberty Free Will Baptist Church | Joseph McDowell Historical Catawba Greenway | Turkey Cove Baptist Church | Peavine Trailhead | Curtis Valley Overlook | Buck Creek Trout Farm | Laurel Knob Tunnel | Cross Mill Community Park | Point Lookout Trail
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Popular Restaurants in McDowell County
BanksCreekBarn | Chowtime Pizza of Marion | Smokey Que's | Sharon's Cafe | McDonald's | Roma Restaurant Pizza, Pasta, & More | Countryside BBQ | Bruce's Fabulous Foods | Crabby Abby's | Arby's | Papa Johns Pizza | Nara Express | Jalapeño Fresh Grill | Las Salsas | Wendy's | Waffle House | McDonald's | Artesana Ice Cream | Hillman Beer Old Fort | Burrito Bros. | The Spillway | Chance of Sprinkles Bake Shop | KFC | Pizza Hut | Dairy Queen Grill & Chill | Harvest Drive-In Inc | Skyline Restaurant & Bar | J. Hartman’s | Bear Creek Marina | Bar-B-Que Hut
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