Moses Cone Memorial Park
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"Beautiful and Historical"
This park / house is a great place to take the kids and get in the mountains and learn about the history in the blowing rock area. The moses cone mansion is surrounded by horse trails for the kids to walk on. Moses Cone was a huge denim guy back in the day and that's where he made all his money. The house is beautiful and the sunsets in the park are some of the best around. Definitely a must see/do for the family on the parkway.
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"Great Park"
We love walking around Bass Lake at the park. It's flat, can easily push a stroller, and can bring a dog on leash. People ride horses on the carriage trail, so if you hike up there, watch your step! We made that walk pushing an all-terrain stroller. It's a long walk, but it's flat and good exercise. This summer my 2 year old enjoyed running around the lake chasing after the geese. It's a great place for a little exercise and fresh air!
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"Quite & Dainty"
My family walked the carriage road to Flat Top Tower. The trail -which we picked at random - is easy but long. By the time we finished the trip out and back all the kids were starting to get tired. The views from various places along the trail and from the tower are magnificent and we all enjoyed the close-up views of the gorgeous fall colors. We're just an hour away and plan to return this year. Also the house is so dainty and nice! the volunteers are so sweet too!
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"Easy hiking, excellent views"
Located between mile posts 292 and 295 along the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina, you'll find Moses Cone Memorial Park. Home to the Parkway Craft Center and 25 miles of gently sloping carriage trails, Moses Cone Memorial Park is a popular stop for many parkway visitors.
Want a quiet place to enjoy nature anytime during the year? Looking for a way to fully enjoy the glory of autumn along the Parkway? This is the place for you! The carriage trails offer easy walking and plenty of opportunities to drink in the beauty of the natural world around you. If you feel adventurous you might decide to climb Flat Top Tower. We hiked the 3 miles to the tower and then made the return trip to the manor in the fall. The views were stunning even without climbing the tower. There are numerous other trail options including a stroll around Bass Lake. The trails are open to foot traffic and horses. Bikes are not permitted.
The Manor House Craft Store carries work by artisans in 9 Appalachian states. It's an ideal place to find a 'one of a kind' gift but small hands and fragile-looking merchandise might not go well together. The good news is there are rocking chairs on the front porch and plenty of spots on the grass for a non-shopping adult and the kids to hang out. There's also a neat figure 8 trail beside the house that would keep a non-shopping adult and the little ones busy without making them tired. Tours of the Manor House are offered regularly. A book store located inside the Manor House carries trail maps, brochures, nature books and guide books. The park is open year-round but the house is only open from spring to fall.
If fishing is your thing, bring the gear and sink a line in Trout Lake or Bass Lake..both designated as Wild Trout Water. Regulations apply.
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