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Burke County, NC: Craft beverage haven. Breweries, wineries, distilleries offer unique sips amidst scenic foothills. Explore local flavors, pair with outdoor adventures.

Burke County, a place where you can find parts of the Pisgah National Forest and Linville Gorge Wilderness, is a hiker’s paradise with some of the most beautiful and easy-to-reach trails in the area.

Imagine a world where roaring engines and illicit spirits collide.

Hop aboard the Ridgeline Trolley for a fall color tour that offers unparalleled views and unforgettable moments.

The City of Morganton sits on the Catawba River in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Burke County has been at the forefront of a lot of history, from the Spanish exploration, the Revolutionary War, Civil War, Moonshining, Industrial Revolution to today.

North Carolina boasts the most breweries in the South, with the Catawba Valley Ale Trail highlighting local brews across Burke, Caldwell, Catawba, and McDowell counties. Participants exploring at least 6 of the 14 breweries earn a gift. Featured are the scenic Hillman Beer, innovative Fonta Flora Brewery, the gourmet Happy Valley Filling Station, and City Walk, a brewery in a revitalized pawn shop. For more information, the Burke County Tourism Development Authority can be contacted.