Wilkesboro: Bass Fishing and Boating Adventures with the Family
Home to the iconic "Tory Oak", the old oak tree where Loyalist militia leaders were hung during the Revolutionary War, it is just one of the iconic landmarks and historical sites in Wilkesboro. This town is the current county seat of Wilkes County and located at the south bank of the Yadkin River. The town served as the home of Junior Johnson, a former NASCAR driver who had 50 wins under his belt as well as Deneen Graham, the very first black woman who took the Miss North Carolina crown in 1983. Wilkesboro, NC is also the home of Blue Ridge Artisan Center at The 1915 Building.
Best Time to Visit
Wilkesboro is at its finest form during the months of August to late September. Tourism peaks during the month of September so prepare ahead and book early for better Wilkesboro, NC hotel rates and flight deals to the region.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Hampton Inn Wilkesboro is a 2-star hotel located near the foothills of the Blue Ridge and Brushy Mountains. The hotel is also conveniently situated 2 miles from downtown and a great location near the Rendezvous Mountain Educational State Forest. Wilkes Heritage Museum is located near the Holiday Inn Express a unique accommodation in Wilkesboro that gives you easy access to public transportation and sightseeing in the region. The stunning W Kerr Scott Reservoir and the Dam is also situated near this hotel and would be an interesting escape and destination you can check out when visiting Wilkesboro.