Events

Peruse a variety of in-season fruits and vegetables, cut flowers, baked goods, eggs and locally raised meats every Tuesday afternoon from 3-6pm, May-October. 

Area farmers set up every Thursday afternoon, May-October on the grounds of Mountain Gateway Museum in Old Fort. Find in-season fruits and vegetables, eggs, homemade bread and locally-raised meats. Jams, jellies and flowers are also available. Contact Mountain Gateway Museum for more information, 8…

The waters and shoreline of Lake James is bursting with life and there’s no better way to explore than by boat. Park Ranger Veasey is captain and guide aboard the park patrol boat to search for ospreys, otters, eagles and scenic vistas. The weather could be hot and muggy so dress appropriately for …

Peruse a variety of in-season fruits and vegetables, cut flowers, baked goods, eggs and locally raised meats every Tuesday afternoon from 3-6pm, May-October. 

Market items include home decor, baked goods, wreaths, plants, vintage wares, masks, coffee, candles, pickles, jams, jellies, jewelry and so much more! Held every 2nd Wednesday. Call the Carson House, 828-724-4948 or email [email protected] for more information.

Area farmers set up every Thursday afternoon, May-October on the grounds of Mountain Gateway Museum in Old Fort. Find in-season fruits and vegetables, eggs, homemade bread and locally-raised meats. Jams, jellies and flowers are also available. Contact Mountain Gateway Museum for more information, 8…

A North Carolina bluegrass tradition. Hosted by Tom Johnson's Camping Center, this annual outdoor festival and concert series is a North Carolina favorite. Bring your chairs and stay awhile.  This year's featured artists include Rhonda Vincent, Doyle Lawson, The Lonesome River Band, Lar…

Before there was Lake James, the Catawba River and Paddy’s Creek were home to communities of farmers. Their legacy remains along the lakeshore in the homesite ruins they left behind. We can learn a lot about life during those times through the structures they built. Join Ranger Engels on a hike to …

A North Carolina bluegrass tradition. Hosted by Tom Johnson's Camping Center, this annual outdoor festival and concert series is a North Carolina favorite. Bring your chairs and stay awhile.  This year's featured artists include Rhonda Vincent, Doyle Lawson, The Lonesome River Band, Lar…

Throughout written history, owls have held a special place in people’s hearts. In spite of our desire to know them, owls remain mysterious. They are also relatively common in the forests and fields of western North Carolina. Once you recognize the myriad sounds owls make, a whole new world of appre…

Peruse a variety of in-season fruits and vegetables, cut flowers, baked goods, eggs and locally raised meats every Tuesday afternoon from 3-6pm, May-October. 

Area farmers set up every Thursday afternoon, May-October on the grounds of Mountain Gateway Museum in Old Fort. Find in-season fruits and vegetables, eggs, homemade bread and locally-raised meats. Jams, jellies and flowers are also available. Contact Mountain Gateway Museum for more information, 8…

Davidson’s Fort Historic Park presents a reenactment of the Cherokee attack on the Fort, a significant event in the history of Western North Carolina at the beginning of the Revolutionary War that would bring about the destruction of the Indian towns and forever change the Cherokee way of life. Fro…

Davidson’s Fort Historic Park presents a reenactment of the Cherokee attack on the Fort, a significant event in the history of Western North Carolina at the beginning of the Revolutionary War that would bring about the destruction of the Indian towns and forever change the Cherokee way of life. Fro…

Peruse a variety of in-season fruits and vegetables, cut flowers, baked goods, eggs and locally raised meats every Tuesday afternoon from 3-6pm, May-October. 

Do you think you have what it takes to join the prestigious ranks of the North Carolina State Park Junior Rangers? If you do, the rangers at Lake James State Park want you! The Junior Ranger program is for kids ages 6-12 who have an interest in nature and stewardship. Join Park Ranger Jamie Cameron…