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Fall Starts Here

Fresh ways to enjoy Blowing Rock this season.

Fall in Blowing Rock isn’t just a season, it’s a spectacle. The mountains swap their summer greens for fiery reds and golden yellows, perfect for crisp hikes, cozy café pauses, and downtown strolls with a warm cider in hand. Blowing Rock even earned a place in WorldAtlas’s roundup of North Carolina’s most fairy-tale small towns, and once you experience its legend-steeped charm, you’ll see why. Read the article..

Spend your days leaf-peeping along the Blue Ridge Parkway, exploring crunchy forest trails, or browsing boutiques that feel even more inviting when there's a chill in the air. Flavor? Think apple everything, hearty local dishes, and seasonal pours at favorites like The Restaurant at Hotel Embers, The Speckled Trout, and Bistro Roca. With lighter crowds, easy parking, and tables practically calling your name, it’s like the whole town is staging this show just for your visit.

This season, Blowing Rock glows, and so will you.

Breathtaking overhead shot of Appalachian State University in Blowing Rock, offering a sweeping view of the campus and nearby mountain ranges

App State University

Just a short drive from Hotel Embers, Appalachian State University blends a vibrant campus life with the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Bronze statue of man painting on easel in front of brick building with large windows and a grassy walkway.

Blowing Rock Art & History Museum

Discover the beauty of Southern Appalachian art and history at the Blowing Rock Art & History Museum (BRAHM).

People sit at tables under umbrellas at a restaurant patio with autumn decor and a red tree.

Downtown Blowing Rock

From charming boutiques to award-winning dining, Downtown Blowing Rock is a quaint, walkable destination just minutes from Hotel Embers.

Elderly couple holding hands walking on a gravel path with rocky hill in the background.

The Blowing Rock

The Blowing Rock is a natural wonder that leaves visitors awe inspired.

Steam locomotive number 12 emitting smoke with people nearby and a building in background.

Tweetsie Railroad

Tweetsie Railroad is an Old West-themed amusement park that is perfect for families with young children.

Elevated curved road bridge with safety rails over lush greenery and rocky terrain, with distant mountains.

Blue Ridge Parkway

The Blue Ridge Parkway is a scenic drive that winds through the mountains of North Carolina and Virginia.

Woman sits on a stone wall, facing sunset over rolling hills and mountains.

Grandfather Mountain

Grandfather Mountain stands tall as an iconic landmark, beckoning adventurers and nature enthusiasts alike.

A crowd in Appalachian Sky Mountain near The Embers Hotel

Appalachian Ski Mountain

Located in the Blue Ridge region of North Carolina, just a short drive from our hotel, skiers and riders of all abilities are welcome.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort

Carve through fresh powder at Sugar Mountain Resort, the largest ski area in North Carolina, just a short drive from Hotel Embers.