Blowing Rock travel guide

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You're Going to Love Blowing Rock

With a population of 1,292, Blowing Rock is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Blowing Rock deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Blowing Rock

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bistro Roca and Antlers Bar (143 Wonderland Trail) and Twigs Restaurant and Bar (7956 Valley Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Blowing Rock

Blowing Rock in January
Estimated hotel price
$150
1 night at 3-star hotel
Blowing Rock in January
Estimated hotel price
$150
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Blowing Rock in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 75.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 6″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Blowing Rock, with an average rainfall of 4.4″.

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How to Get to Blowing Rock

Plane

Although Blowing Rock doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Asheville Regional (AVL), which is located 68 miles from Blowing Rock. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Blowing Rock departs from Chicago and takes around 4h 08m.

Car

Another option to get to Blowing Rock is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 78 miles from Blowing Rock. You’ll find branches of Budget and Easirent, among others, in Charlotte.

Plane

Although Blowing Rock doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Asheville Regional (AVL), which is located 68 miles from Blowing Rock. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Blowing Rock departs from Chicago and takes around 4h 08m.

Car

Another option to get to Blowing Rock is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 78 miles from Blowing Rock. You’ll find branches of Budget and Easirent, among others, in Charlotte.

Airports near Blowing Rock

Airlines serving Blowing Rock

Lufthansa
Good (7,188 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,351 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,640 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,845 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,869 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,550 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,669 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,536 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (833 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,250 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,071 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,318 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,418 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,234 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,298 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (874 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,910 reviews)
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Where to stay in Blowing Rock

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hemlock Inn and Holiday Inn Express Blowing Rock South, An IHG Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Blowing Rock

Most booked hotels in Blowing Rock

Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock (Lodge)
3 stars
Excellent (9, 251 reviews)
$313+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boone University
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1243 reviews)
$105+
Graystone Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 577 reviews)
$129+
Meadowbrook Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 725 reviews)
$130+
Boxwood Lodge
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 297 reviews)
$99+
Holiday Inn Express Blowing Rock South, An IHG Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1035 reviews)
$108+

Renting a car in Blowing Rock

Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Blowing Rock (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.52 and $59.36.

Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Blowing Rock (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.52 and $59.36.