09/28/2026
Mention Beech Mountain and most people immediately think of skis, snowboards and winter weekends. ❄️ But spend a full year here and you'll quickly realize: Beech Mountain is WAY more than a ski town.
A few places I'd put on your list for your next visit:
⛷️ Beech Mountain Resort — Absolutely a winter favorite, but the mountain doesn't shut down when the snow melts. Summer brings mountain biking, scenic lift rides, live music and plenty of reasons to head back up the mountain.
🌈 Land of Oz — Yes, there's an actual Yellow Brick Road hiding on top of Beech Mountain! The historic theme park opens for its seasonal Autumn at Oz event, and it's one of the most wonderfully unique experiences you'll find anywhere in the High Country.
🛒 Fred's General Mercantile — A Beech Mountain institution and a special place where you can grab a little bit of everything while you're on the mountain.
🍂 Buckeye Lake & Recreation Area — Hiking, fishing, paddling and beautiful scenery that changes right along with the seasons.
Winter may have put Beech Mountain on the map for a lot of people, but it's everything that happens between ski seasons that might surprise you most. And if you've ever wondered what it would be like to own a place on Beech and enjoy it through all four seasons, I'd love to show you around.
Beech Mountain friends: what's YOUR favorite time of year on the mountain? 👇