There is an envelope in the chalet with an extensive variety of brochures from local attractions. Below is a small sample:

• Grandfather Mountain: Famous for its skyline profile of a grandfather-like figure, it is visible from SR 105. The park includes challenging hiking trails, a museum, a zoo of indigenous mountain animals, a gift shop and the famous mile-high hanging bridge, offering a breathtaking view.
• Golfing: There are many golf courses nearby so don't forget your clubs!
• Hawksnest Ski Resort: Open to the public and a short walk away from the chalet. Please visit their web site to explore their most up-to-date seasonal amenities.
• Linville Caverns: Interesting and beautiful, these underground caverns offer an educational and enjoyable visit.
• Linville Falls: A nice little hike is rewarded by a beautiful view of a picturesque waterfall.
• The Mast General Store: On the National Registry of Historic Sites, the Mast General Store, on the Valle Crucis Road, is a wonderful working old general store, 1920's vintage. It is a slice of the past and is fun for everyone.
• Tweetsie Railroad: A theme park with a full day's worth of amusement. The wonderful miniature Tweetsie Railroad circles the park and offers transportation to visitors.
• Blue Ridge Parkway: A drive with the most extraordinary views of the Smokies and the Blue Ridge Mountains.
• Mining and Fishing: At the foot of Seven Devils is Grandfather's Mining and Fishing, offering a stocked pond and gem mining. Tons of fun for children and the young at heart.
• Shopping: Banner Elk: is a very quaint little village with wonderful antique and specialty shops. On 105, just before the turn off to Banner Elk, you will find the very nice Shoppes of Tyncastle. Boone is also very charming and offers similar shopping options. Blowing Rock has shopping on an up-scale level, very artsy and lovely. Shoppes on the Parkway is an outlet mall, on SR 321 between Boone and Blowing rock.
• Snow Skiing: Ski Beech and Sugar Mountain provide great adventures in skiing. If you want a change of scenery from Hawksnest, it's but a short drive (20 minutes or so) to these two resorts that offer many runs for the novice and expert alike. Their sites give the latest skiing conditions.
• Walking and Hiking: Most of the meandering, winding roads are paved in this beautiful area, making for excellent walking conditions. The National Park Service maintains several hiking trails up Grandfather Mountain, accessible from 105 between the foot of Seven Devils and Linville. Many more are situated along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
• Autumn Leaves: In early to mid-October at higher elevations and through October at lower elevations, the leaves begin to change their colors. The resulting views are truly sensational and will inspire your artistic side or at least evoke a deep appreciation of their beauty. Truly romantic and wonderful to behold.
• Click here to see a list with more attractions in Boone and surrounding areas.