Grandfather Mountain - Grandfather’s lofty heights offer guests opportunities for rejuvenation, excitement and family memories in a natural haven that will endure forever. Marvel at 360-degree views from the Mile High Swinging Bridge, stand eye-to-eye with bears, cougars, otters, eagles and deer in natural habitats and interact with our friendly, knowledgeable staff. Two miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway Viaduct; one mile from Parkway. Take Linville Exit, MP 305 to US 221. Open daily (weather permitting in winter). www.grandfather.com Phone (828) 733-4337 or (800) 468-7325.

64th Grandfather Mountain Highland Games - July 11-14, 2019. America’s finest gathering of Scottish Clans. Music, dancing, pageantry, athletic & children’s events. www.gmhg.org (828) 733-1333.

Grandfather Vineyard - Take Linville Exit, MP 305 to US 221. Turn right at the stop light in Linville onto 105 S. Go 7.6 miles and turn right onto Vineyard Lane. Daily tastings 12pm - 6pm. www.grandfathervineyard.com (828) 963-2400.

Grassy Creek Cabooses - Refurbished RR cabooses w/2 person Jacuzzi’s, satellite TV, decks, great views. Just 1.5 mi. off BRP at MP 193.5. Open year round. Call (276) 398-1100.

Grayson County Visitors Center - 107 E Main St. Independence VA, 24348. www.graysoncountyva.com (276) 773-8003.

Great Smoky Mountains Association - Operates National Park Visitor Centers in and around Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Individual and business memberships available. www.SmokiesInformation.org

Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 15 miles from Blue Ridge Parkway MP 469.1. Round-trip scenic excursions take you from historic depot through the beautiful countryside. Variety of train excursions & special event trains. Dine in First Class Cars or take it all in while riding in an open air gondola! Step on board for your next rail adventure! Seasonal schedule April-December. Information & reservations www.gsmr.com or (800) 872-4681.

Green Park Inn - National Historic Register hotel opened 1891. Complimentary full breakfast, WiFi, restaurant/tavern, year round. Pet-friendly by reservation. www.GreenParkInn.com (828) 414-9230.

Come explore the historic grounds of the Revolutionary War battlefields at Guilford Courthouse National Military Park. From one treasure to another, take a free tour of Replacements, Ltd. with over 13 million pieces of inventory. To pack in even more, spend time in our revitalized downtown - home to art galleries, theatres, restaurants, our minor league ballpark and exceptional historical museum. In the summer, be sure to cool off at Wet 'n Wild water park.  www.visitgreensboronc.com or (800) 344-2282.

Greybeard Rentals - Nearly 200 Asheville area cabins and cottages. Many pet-friendly options w/ hot tubs, views and more. www.greybeardrentals.com (855) 801-9023.

A Greystone Inn - MP 423, NC's most idyllic romantic lakefront hideaway. Sunset cruise, pet friendly, golf, luxury historic. Dine in our Lakeside Dining Rm or Mansion Bar. www.greystoneinn.com (828) 966-4700.

Gross’ Orchard & Apple Valley Homeplace - Vacation Home Rental. Open year round. $75 per couple per night. Mountain grown fruit & produce. Bedford, VA. Rt. 43 in Apple Valley. Open Year round. U-pick or U-select. Apple Festival 3rd Sat. in Oct. (540) 586-2436.

The Grove Park Inn - 290 Macon Ave. via Charlotte St. Exit from downtown I-240. Historic resort with world-class spa, dining, and golf. www.omnihotels.com/grovepark (800) 438–5800.

Grovewood Village - 111 Grovewood Rd. Adjacent to the
Omni Grove Park Inn. Experience Asheville's historic arts and crafts
destination. Free on-site parking. www.grovewood.com (828) 214-7768.

Hampton Inn & Suites Biltmore Area - Exit Milepost 393.6, go 2.5 miles north on Highway 191. Free hot breakfast, lobby craft beer & wine bar, comp. area shuttle. Close to Biltmore and Asheville Outlets. www.ashevillebiltmorearea.hamptonbyhilton.com (828) 575-9593.

Hampton Inn & Suites - MP 119.5 US 52 to I-77 S exit 93. Wine bar, indoor pool, exercise room, hot breakfast, meeting rooms. www.hamptoninn.com (336) 353-9400.

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton - MP 291.9, Boone's only Hilton hotel. Opened Oct 2016. 1252 US 421 South. Heated pool, free WiFi. (828) 386-6464.

Hampton Inn and Suites Downtown -27 Church Avenue SE. 3.5 miles from MP 121. Spacious rooms with amazing views, walking distance to restaurants. (540) 400-6000.

Hampton Inn Tunnel Rd - Exit Milepost 382.6, go 2.5 miles west on US 70. Hotel is on the right. Free hot breakfast, cozy outdoor fire pit, and free area shuttle. Close to Downtown Asheville and Biltmore. www.ashevilletunnelroad.hamptoninn.com (828) 255-9220.