Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park - the best of the NC mountains in one place. Stunning 75-mile views over Lake Lure, several unique hiking trails and geological features such as Devil’s Head and the Opera Box, a 26-story elevator built inside the mountain, a 404 foot waterfall. Pet friendly. Just 25 mi. SE of Asheville, NC. www.chimneyrockpark.com (800) 277-9611.

Christa's Country Corner - General Store, Deli, Ice Cream, Clothing and Gifts. Choose and Cut Christmas Trees. Straight across from Entrance/Exit. Mile Marker 312 Morganton - Pineola Exit. (828) 733-3353.

Clarion Inn - Asheville Airport, 24 hour free airport shuttle. Complimentary hot breakfast, WIFI, indoor & outdoor pool. Full service restaurant & bar.

Clarion Inn Biltmore Village - I-40 to exit 50 or exit 50B. Nearest to Biltmore Estate & Biltmore Village. 2 mi. from Pkwy. Outdoor pool, deluxe cont. breakfast. (828) 274-0101.

Cliffside Lake - 13908 Highlands Rd., Highlands, NC. Two picnic pavilions, fishing pier, & 7 trails. www.cfaia.org  (877) 444-6777.

Cocoa Mia Chocolate Lounge - 109 E. Main St Floyd. Hot chocolate, coffee, baked goodies, and chocolate. www.cocoamiachocolates.com (540) 695-0224.

Comfort Suites - 1184 Hwy 105, 6 miles from Parkway.  96 all suite hotel, heat, indoor pool, exercise and game rooms. Hot Breakfast. (888) 854-5959.

Visit ctnc.org/parkway for more information.

Cool Breeze Campground - MP 215 3/4 mile N on Rt. 89. Left on Edmonds Rd #613, 2.5 miles on Right. Full hook-ups, big rig friendly, bathhouse, laundry, Rally Center. Clubs welcome. Free Wi-fi & pet friendly. Open year round. www.coolbreezecampground.com (276) 236-0300.

Country Cabins - 5 mi off Pkwy in Maggie Valley with authentic log cabins. Peaceful mountain retreat. Fireplaces, porches, hot tubs. Open all year. Pet friendly. www.countrycabinsmv.com (828) 926-0612 or (888) 222-4611.

Country Inn & Suites - I-26 Exit 33. 1 mile from Parkway & NC Arboretum. Free continental breakfast. Close to Asheville Outlets & Biltmore Estate. Outdoor pool. (828) 670-9000.

Country Inn and Suites - 818 E King St Boone. Close to all local attractions, free WiFi, hot breakfast, indoor pool & gym. Standard rooms and suites. (828) 264-4100.

Country Inn & Suites Asheville Downtown Tunnel Road - 199 Tunnel Road. 3 miles from Parkway. Newly renovated. 100% non-smoking, indoor pool & spa, free hot breakfast, 1 mile from downtown, 3 miles from Biltmore House. (828) 254-4311.

Courtyard by Marriott - 1 Buckstone Place. Exit MP 382, go 2.5 miles west on US 70. Bistro Restaurant, indoor pool, spa, fitness center. www.courtyardasheville.com (800) 321-2211 or (828) 281-0041.

Courtyard by Marriott - 1050 Hwy 105 Boone, NC 28607. Brand new hotel in the High Country of NC. www.marriott.com/hkybn Phone (828) 265-7676.

Cradle of Forestry Historic Site - Enjoy our trails, hands-on exhibits, movie, programs, gift shop. Cafe serves lunch. Visit cabins, explore Adventure Zone. April-Nov. www.gofindoutdoors.org/cradle-of-forestry

A Blue Ridge Cabin - Cozy, fully equipped log cabin, private, sleeps 7. 1.5 mi. from MP 177.7. Fireplace, peaceful deck, & onsite café. www.ablueridgecabin.com (276) 293-1233.

Crossnore Weavers & Gallery - "A working museum." Traditional hand woven textiles produced since 1920. Open Mon-Sat. Off Hwy 221 in Crossnore. (800) 374-4660.

Daddy Rabbit's Campground - Milepost 174, 4 miles west on 799 to 727. Camping cabins, tents, full hookups, metered LP gas, hot showers, laundry. Open April 15-Nov. 1. (540) 789-4150.

Dale's Wheels Through Time Museum - 62 Vintage Ln. Thurs.-
Mon. 10am-5pm. 5 mi. from Blue Ridge Parkway. Over 300 rare,
historic machines back to 1903. www.WheelsThroughTime.com
(828) 926-6266.