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Zip Line NC: Beanstalk Journey

Zip LIne NC

Beanstalk Journey has a series of ropes elements to get you up to the zip lines. The rope tunnel is your first obstacle.

What: Beanstalk Journey zip line NC
Where: Catawba Meadows Park, 701 Sanford Dr., Morganton, NC 28655 | 828-430-3440
When:  Call for specific times during each season
Fall Season hours are: Wednesday – Sunday 10 – 5 pm
Monday and Tuesday Beanstalk Journey is closed
Zip Line Tours start at 11 am and 2 pm.
Climbing Tower sessions are on the hour from 11 – 4 pm
Cost: $69 for the zip line (save $10 with a reservation)
$19 per hour for the climbing wall
Discounts apply for groups
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Beanstalk Journey is about an hour and a half from Beech Mountain and located within the Catawba Meadows public park. It’s a great location with ball fields on one side, picnic pavilions and unique playground on the other, so it’s easy to make a day of it. Here’s a few things to consider before heading out to zip line in North Carolina. Continue reading Zip Line NC: Beanstalk Journey

Tips for a fantastic Weekend Getaway to Beech Mountain

Beech Mountain Hiking

The Falls Loop Trail begins at the Buckeye Recreation Center.

What: Beech Mountain
Where: North Carolina High Country
When: September – November
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When I think of Beech Mountain North Carolina, I think about skiing at Beech Mountain Resort. This fall however, we took a drive to Beech Mountain for a long weekend of outdoor fun. Due to some weather issues, we weren’t able to explore as much of the wonderful outdoors as we would have liked, but we still had a great time exploring the area, taking in the scenery and enjoying The Land of Oz during the popular Autumn at Oz festival, held each October. Here are some recommendations for a fun fall weekend at beautiful Beech Mountain.
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