McDowell County's Premier Celebration Venues
Can you imagine a more beautiful backdrop to your special occasion than the Blue Ridge Mountains? Neither can McDowell County. Which is exactly why, when you’re planning that wedding, reunion, or team-building adventure, look to our venues, businesses, and services to take the best care of you.
Any celebration can be made better in our soulful mountain towns. Rely on local expertise to help guide you through your planning process!
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Geneva Hall
If you love to dance, just visit Geneva Hall, next to the Switzerland Inn in Little Switzerland, for square dancing every Saturday evening in July and August!
Skyline Village Inn
Enjoy old-time hospitality with a little "colorful" history of secret tunnels and moonshine at this traditional inn built into the…
Buck Creek Trout Farm
The catch-out pond is a wonderful place for family fun and group outings. Fishing poles, bait, and ice provided. Any…
Refinery 13
Refinery 13 in historic downtown Marion is the perfect place for family-friendly dining and drinks! Stop in to taste local craft beverages and more!
Historic Marion Depot
The Marion Depot has been restored and functions today as a multiple-purpose site. Constructed in the 1860s, it is the…
Lake James Sunset Cruises
Experience beautiful Lake James from the luxurious top deck of a modern houseboat.Views for days, we will see Shortoff Mountain,…
Big Lynn Lodge
This 42 room inn is located in the heart of Little Switzerland on NC. Hwy. 226-A, also known as the…
Cottages at Spring House Farm
Eco-retreat, secluded on 92 acre farm with private, distinctive log cabins and historic cottage. Main house is on National Register…
Inn on Mill Creek
The Inn on Mill Creek Bed & Breakfast near historic Old Fort provides the perfect balance between a secluded getaway…
Foothills Watershed
Foothills Watershed is a 117-acre family riverside hangout and bike park situated on the headwaters of the Catawba River in…
Mica Town Brewing
Marion's first brewery honoring the heritage of Appalachian mining! By carefully crafting beer inspired by the geology and hard-working people of Western North Carolina, this brewery is a local favorite. Located in Marion's downtown "Social District", stop in for a tasting, spend time on the deck or play a few games upstairs.
Big League Camp
Big League Camp is a baseball and softball sports and lodging facility on Lake James, just outside Marion, North Carolina.…
Bear Creek Marina
We are the only premier music venue and restaurant on Lake James and offer a diverse menu, friendly attentive…
Jalapeno's Fresh Grill
Authentic Tex-Mex cuisine, locally owned restaurant with meeting facilities and catering services.
The Catawba River Inn
Elegant, cozy inn adjoining the North Cove Disc Golf and Leisure Club. Well-appointed oversized rooms with gas fireplaces…
North Cove Disc Golf and Leisure Club
North Cove Disc Golf & Social Club is 157 acres of awesome rolling hills situated in a rural valley, framed…