Catching trout has never been easier, since Wilkesboro has public access points for fishing.
Nearby Cub Creek and the Reddies River are classified as official Mountain Heritage Trout Waters by the state.
Wilkesboro is home to the Wilkes Heritage Museum, which showcases the area’s history.
The Doc Watson Mural honors the music legend in his hometown.
Concerts on the Commons offers free musical performances.
MerleFest is one of the region’s largest annual events, attracting around 75,000 attendees over the course of four days.
North Wilkesboro Speedway has quite the history, the mountain’s home for NASCAR races after being restored in 2022.
What started as a moonshining operation progressed into modified stock car racing.
The W. Kerr Scott Reservoir is a man-made lake connected to the Yadkin River.
Roaring River Vineyard sits along the Yadkin River’s tributary.
Around the lake, there are various recreational offerings including campgrounds, boat launches, hiking and biking trails.
The Yadkin River welcomes kayakers and canoers on its calmer sections.
There are several vineyards near Wilkesboro, including Raffaldini Vineyards in Ronda and Roaring River Vineyards in Traphill.
Stone Mountain State Park is named after the 600-foot granite dome pictured above.
Rock climbers come to enjoy the ideal friction and legendary views that the mountain offers.
Bandit’s Roost Campground.
