8 Things to do in Jefferson That You Shouldn't Miss

April 27, 2022 Renato Branum

Jefferson is a town in Ashe County, North Carolina, United States. The population was 1,611 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Ashe County.
Restaurants in Jefferson

1. Mount Jefferson State Natural Area

1481 Mount Jefferson State Park Rd, Jefferson, NC 28694-8448 +1 336-982-2587 http://www.stateparks.com/mount_jefferson.html
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5.0 based on 105 reviews

Mount Jefferson State Natural Area

North Carolina scenic state park offering hiking, birdwatching, wildlife, a wide variety of trees and rare plant life.

Reviewed By tracymW3537RP - Mt. Athos Peninsula, Greece

Well maintained park, with good signage. Clean Restrooms, picnic tables, scenic overlooks. Variety of activity levels.

2. Rhododendron Trail

Jefferson, NC
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Rhododendron Trail

This Mount Jefferson hiking trail is 1.1 miles long.

Reviewed By 901rickb - Round Rock, United States

If you go to Mt Jefferson you have to do the Rhododendron Trail, without question. Why? That is how you get to the summit trail and Luther Rock. If you want to get all the views take 20 minutes to travel this easy trail

3. Museum of Ashe County History

301 E Main St, Jefferson, NC 28640-8978 +1 336-846-1904 http://ashehistory.org
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5.0 based on 27 reviews

Museum of Ashe County History

4. Gem Valley LLC

2489 Little Peak Creek Rd, Jefferson, NC 28640-9075 +1 336-982-5177 [email protected] http://www.GemValleyNC.com
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Gem Valley LLC

Located in the beautiful mountains of NC, Gem Valley is a family "own and run" public gem-mining and gold panning attraction. We are located near the Blue Ridge Parkway and beside the New River State Park.

5. New River

Jefferson, NC +1 336-982-2587 http://www.ncparks.gov/new-river-state-park
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4.5 based on 31 reviews

New River

6. Jefferson Landing

N.C. Hwy. 16-88, Jefferson, NC +1 336-246-5555 http://www.visitjeffersonlanding.com/explore.php
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4.0 based on 17 reviews

Jefferson Landing

Reviewed By 699DavidE - Beaufort, United States

Played golf with another couple/ friends. The corse was in excellent condition. The staff are very friendly, truemou tain hospitality! The course has numerous tees and at this elevation it is possible to drive the greens on some holes. The “Naked “ Creek runs through the course to give a consistent hazard

7. Third Day Market

599 Nc Highway 16 S, Jefferson, NC 28640-9278 +1 336-846-1089 [email protected] http://thirddaymarket.com
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4.0 based on 7 reviews

Third Day Market

We are a full service garden center, nursery, home decor and gift shop serving the Northwest corner of North Carolina. We are a family-owned and operated business where we take pride in providing everything you need (and more!) to bring out the best in your home and garden.

8. Zaloo's Canoes, Kayaks & Tubes

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4.5 based on 88 reviews

Zaloo's Canoes, Kayaks & Tubes

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