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Orchards and farms in NC High Country
The High Country is northwestern North Carolina's highest ground, with Grandfather Mountain, several ski areas and the Blue Ridge Parkway running through it. Banner Elk, Boone and Blowing Rock make good bases in every season. Apple season runs through the fall, with pick-your-own rows, cider and farm stores. Henderson County in North Carolina and Fannin and Gilmer counties in Georgia are known for it.