🌞 Solar halo over Blowing Rock this afternoon — sunlight refracting through ice crystals high in the atmosphere. Did you catch it? 📷 Tyler Penland #BlowingRock #HighCountryNC #NCwx
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📷 BLOWING ROCK TOWN OFFICES UPDATE
Friday, February 6, 2026
OFFICE CLOSURE:
- Closing at 3 PM today
- Due to incoming snow accumulation
#BlowingRock #WinterWeather #LocalGov
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Greg Bovino's dad killed a young woman drunk driving. Like father like son. #blowingrock #nc
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Mist drifts through Blowing Rock, NC, turning this quiet winter morning into something almost cinematic. The old-fashioned street signs—Sunset Drive and Main Street—rise out of the fog like markers of time rather than place, their dark metal surfaces slick with cold moisture. The sky hangs in a pale, wintry gray, softening every edge and muting the world into stillness. Bare branches fade ghostlike into the background, adding to the sense of a town caught between seasons. The simplicity of the scene invites you to pause, breathe in the silence, and appreciate how even a familiar street corner can feel transformed when wrapped in winter’s gentle haze.
Winter fog settles over Blowing Rock, NC, transforming this street sign into a quiet landmark in the mist.
#Photo #PhotoOfTheDay #NorthCarolina #BlowingRock
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Good morning, High Country! Fog fills the valley as the sunrise paints the sky over the Blue Ridge Mountains. Captured this morning from the old Canyons parking lot in Blowing Rock.
📷 Amy Odom
#BlowingRock #HighCountry #WataugaCounty #Sunrise
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Nestled against a rustic brick wall, three pumpkins rest quietly on a bed of straw in Blowing Rock, North Carolina. The warm tones of the two smaller orange pumpkins frame the pale, giant centerpiece—a striking contrast of color and texture that captures the earthy simplicity of autumn. Light glances across their ridged surfaces, revealing small imperfections that only deepen their charm. The straw beneath them adds a whisper of the harvest season, its golden strands tangled and raw, grounding the composition in nature’s rhythm. There’s a stillness to the moment—a pause between the bustle of fall festivities and the coming chill of winter. In this simple arrangement, the season’s beauty feels timeless: humble, hearty, and full of quiet warmth.
Warm hues, cool air, and the quiet beauty of pumpkins in Blowing Rock, NC — a gentle ode to fall. #Photo #PhotoOfTheDay #NorthCarolina #BlowingRock
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Evening settles softly over Annie Cannon Memorial Park in Blowing Rock, North Carolina, where the air carries the scent of pine and damp earth. The last traces of daylight stretch across the grass, painting it in a warm, muted glow. Stone steps rise quietly in the corner, leading toward a wooden stairway flanked by lush summer blooms—daisies, hydrangeas, and the tender hues of new growth. Weathered benches, carved by time and softened by moss, rest beneath the shadow of evergreens that stand as silent witnesses to countless seasons. The park feels like a pause in motion—a place where the noise of the world fades into the whisper of leaves and the hum of twilight. It’s a portrait of serenity, the kind of place where memories linger long after you’ve walked away.
Evening falls over Annie Cannon Memorial Park in Blowing Rock, NC — a quiet moment wrapped in nature’s calm. #Photo #PhotoOfTheDay #NorthCarolina #BlowingRock
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Halloween sunset in Blowing Rock 🎃
Mountain magic at its finest.
📸 Chad Cole | Oct 31, 2025
#BlowingRock #NCMountains #Halloween
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Charlotte skyline from Blowing Rock yesterday - that's 100 miles away!
Absolutely incredible visibility in the High Country.
📸 Tim Parker | Oct 30, 2025
#BlowingRock #Charlotte #NCMountains
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Olive oil sauce topped with tomatoes and a perfectly sautéd scallop with a square crisp on top
#foodonFriday all it takes is a Maine Diver #scallop to make you feel like you're at the coast #tasteofocean #perfection #GideonsRidge #BlowingRock #NC
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This photo captures a peaceful moment at Bass Lake in Blowing Rock, NC, where two ducks glide gracefully across the still water. The lake’s surface reflects their movement in gentle ripples, creating a soothing rhythm across the scene. The foreground is dominated by a vibrant carpet of lily pads, their glossy green leaves punctuated by hints of red and yellow, adding depth and texture to the water’s edge. These lily pads, sprawling in dense clusters, make the composition stand out with their rich natural patterns. The ducks, positioned just beyond the lily pads, appear calm and content as they swim side by side. The photo reflects the serene beauty of this cherished location near Moses Cone Manor, where wildlife, water, and trails converge in harmony. The contrast of vivid plant life against the smooth surface of the lake embodies the tranquil and restorative qualities that make Bass Lake a favorite destination for visitors and locals alike.
My favorite place to run is along the trails at Moses Cone near Bass Lake in Blowing Rock, NC, where nature’s beauty surrounds every step. #Photo #PhotoOfTheDay #BlowingRock #NorthCarolina
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A bright blue plastic butterfly on a thin pole rises out of a flowerbed of orange flowers with lots of greenery as a background. This was one of the flowerbeds in the small mountain town of Blowing Rock in North Carolina.
#ColorADay #OrangeSun #Stunday
Loved the contrast of the orange flowers to the blue butterfly (fake). 🧡🦋🧡 Spotted in Blowing Rock, North Carolina.
#EastCoastKin #BloomScrolling #BlowingRock
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A lush flowerbed with many types of different colored flowers is so dense that it partially obscures the view of a rock/brick building behind it.
#Scape #FlowersOnFriday
The town of Blowing Rock in North Carolina has the most amazing flowerbeds.
#EastCoastKin #BloomScrolling #BlowingRock #FlowerScape #ArtYear
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This tranquil waterfall, captured at Annie Cannon Memorial Park in Blowing Rock, North Carolina, showcases a serene moment in nature. Water gracefully tumbles over moss-covered stones, forming silky streams that gently flow into a shallow pool below. Surrounded by lush green foliage, the scene feels tucked away in a quiet corner of the Blue Ridge Mountains, offering a perfect place for reflection and peace. The soft, long-exposure effect adds an ethereal quality, emphasizing the soothing rhythm of the cascade. A hidden gem in Blowing Rock, this park and its waterfall reflect the calm beauty that makes the area such a beloved retreat.
Waterfall at Annie Cannon Memorial Park in Blowing Rock, NC—tucked in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. #Photography #PhotoOfTheDay #NorthCarolina #BlowingRock #BlueSkyArtShow
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A scenic view of a man paddleboarding at Price Lake, nestled in the serene mountains of North Carolina. Calm, reflective water surrounds him as he glides peacefully under a clear sky, framed by lush, early-summer trees in vibrant greens and golds. The distant Blue Ridge Mountains rise in soft layers, adding depth and a sense of scale to the tranquil wilderness. This peaceful moment captures the harmony between human presence and natural beauty, offering a glimpse into the quiet joy of outdoor exploration in the Southern Appalachian landscape.
A peaceful moment paddleboarding on Price Lake, surrounded by the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. #PhotoOfTheDay #Mountains #NorthCarolina #BlowingRock
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This vibrant photo captures a lush cluster of blooming hydrangeas in Blowing Rock, North Carolina. A rich spectrum of pinks, purples, and blues bursts from the frame, nestled among deep green foliage. The colors appear especially vivid against the soft, overcast lighting of a cloudy day, highlighting the texture and natural beauty of each bloom. Photographed using a Canon camera, this image celebrates the charm and floral elegance of Blowing Rock, a picturesque mountain town known for its gardens and peaceful scenery. This moment is part of the Run Harmony photography series, where the wonders of nature are preserved in vivid detail.
Hydrangeas in full bloom on a cloudy day in Blowing Rock, NC—one of the most charming mountain towns in North Carolina. #Photography #BlowingRock #NorthCarolina #Flowers #PhotoOfTheDay
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Asserted pictures of a Mountain View from the trail,wildflowers leaves cows and a curious dog
Beautiful Hike in Moses Cone Memorial Park,
#BlowingRock #Stunday #BlueRidgeMountains #MountainMonday #bloomscrolling #wildflowers #GrandfatherMountain #Profile #🐄 #EastCoastKin
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Man in red hat and blue shirt with black dog following travels down a grass path in Blue Ridge Mountains. Sky is blue with fluffy white clouds trees and mountains in the background.
Flat Top Mountain Trail #BlowingRock #Scape #EastCoastKin #BlueSky #pickapath #photography #rescuedogs
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“Storm over John’s River Gorge” #blowingrock #watercolorpainting #watercolor #aquarelle #Watercolour #landscapepainting #weswaugh beartrailart.com
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“Reeves Farm Silo, North Iredell” #watercolor #landscapepainting beautifully custom framed original currently at Blowing Rock Frameworks & Gallery #ncartists #weswaugh #boonenc #blowingrock
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“Sockeye Salmon” #mixedmedia small work from last fall exhibition currently at Blowing Rock Frameworks & Gallery #ncartists #weswaugh #blowingrock #boonenc #sockeyesalmon #flyfishing #salmon #watercolor #fishingart
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Winter throwback to hiking near #blowingrock.
I hiked the mountain to sea trail for a handful of miles. It seemed a lovely spot to camp coming up this spring.
#northcarolina #boone #hiking #outdoors #naturewalk
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“Antietam Road Tones and Textures” new work at Blowing Rock Frameworks & Gallery
#mixedmedia #watercolor #alcoholink #conte #ncartists. #weswaugh #blowingrock #americanjourneywatercolor
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