The Area
The Local Area at Peek of the Mountains
Escape into Nature
Peek of the Mountains is not only surrounded by immense natural beauty but has plenty of ways to explore its outdoor wonder. Hiking, biking, sightseeing, and more, immerse yourself in the fresh air and beautiful landscape of the surrounding area. With rivers, lakes, and mountaintop views, it’s time to book your North Carolina nature getaway from the everyday.
Chimney Rock State Park
Mount Mitchell - Highest Peak on the east coast
Crowder Mountain State Park
Lake James
Lake Lure
South Mountain State Park
Lake Norman
Jacob Fork Access
Elk Knob State Park
Stone Mountain State Park
Lake Tomohawk Park
Little Bradley Falls
Adventure
State Parks and Lake Access
Union Mills, North Carolina boasts some beautiful state parks that highlight the mountain landscape and local monuments.
Learn
Museums
Explore the local stories, wonders, and lessons from the past. There are museums around the area that would fascinate both kids and adults.
KidSenses Children’s Interactive Museum
Mountain Gateway Museum
The Holocaust Museum
Farm Museum
Historic Carson House
Museum of North Carolina Minerals
Mineral & Lapidary Museum
Estes-Winn Antique Car Museum
Lake House Restaurant Bar & Grill
Gregory’s Original Restaurant Rutherfordton
Mi Pueblito Mexican Restaurant
Fly Boys Pizza/ Fly Girls Brewery
Mustard’s Last Stand
Barley’s Taproom & Pizzeria
Shake Shop
Bantam Chef
Dollar General
Post Office
Camping World
Walmart
Taste and explore
Shopping and Dining
You’ll still have the comfort of local shopping centers and delicious restaurants to complement your nature getaway.