Appalachian State University

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The pride of the Appalachian region is Appalachian State University, originally built as a teaching college for the members of this region. When I think of Appalachian I think of football and enjoying the games, with the chilly weather reminding you that you are in the mountains. The Rock is a well-known location for any Mountaineer football fan located at one of the highest points on campus. The football games bring in a variety of fans young and old. These games bring students, future students, and alumni all together to cheer on a classic American sport. #appalachianechoes
#appalachianechoes I took this image from the River Street Parking Deck. It is of traffic on Appalachian State University Campus with the mountains behind it all, dotted with a few houses. For me, it captures an ever-increasing place of learning, nestled within Appalachia and one type of resident that calls the mountains home. This picture holds just a small part of everyday life that happens in the Appalachia region.
This photo seeks to question the extent to which Appalachian can be characterized as an untouched, natural landscape. The central focus of the image is a sign placed this year that reads “App State Nature Preserve.” The background of the photo puts the location of the sign in context by featuring the expansive parking lot it is placed next to. The “nature preserve” is in reality a very small expense of land, only a short concrete staircase away from a parking area for first and second year students. Like much of the Appalachian region, this natural landscape has been reduced to a token "nature preserve” next door to an asphalt jungle. #appalachianechoes

Popular places to visit

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Turchin Center for the Visual Arts

Take the family on an outing to Turchin Center for the Visual Arts during your trip to Boone. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Turchin Center for the Visual Arts
The pride of the Appalachian region is Appalachian State University, originally built as a teaching college for the members of this region. When I think of Appalachian I think of football and enjoying the games, with the chilly weather reminding you that you are in the mountains. The Rock is a well-known location for any Mountaineer football fan located at one of the highest points on campus. The football games bring in a variety of fans young and old. These games bring students, future students, and alumni all together to cheer on a classic American sport. #appalachianechoes

Kidd Brewer Stadium

Catch an event at Kidd Brewer Stadium, and enjoy other activities in Boone such as hiking. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its ski slopes.

Kidd Brewer Stadium
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Daniel Boone Native Gardens

After visiting Daniel Boone Native Gardens, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Boone. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.

Daniel Boone Native Gardens
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Hickory Ridge Living History Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Hickory Ridge Living History Museum during your trip to Boone. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.

Hickory Ridge Living History Museum
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Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade

Bring the family to Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade and have a fun-filled day at this amusement park in Boone. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.

Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade
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Boone Mall

During your visit to Boone, you can do some window-shopping at Boone Mall. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Boone Mall

Best Lodging Options Near Appalachian State University

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boone University

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boone University

3 out of 5
165 Highway 105 Extension Boone NC
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boone University
Graystone Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Graystone Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3 out of 5
2419 NC HWY 105 South Boone NC
Graystone Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Home2 Suites By Hilton Boone

Home2 Suites By Hilton Boone

3 out of 5
280 E. King Street Boone NC
Home2 Suites By Hilton Boone
Rhode's Motor Lodge

Rhode's Motor Lodge

2 out of 5
1377 Blowing Rock Road Boone NC
Rhode's Motor Lodge
Quality Inn & Suites Boone - University Area

Quality Inn & Suites Boone - University Area

2.5 out of 5
840 E King Street Boone NC
Quality Inn & Suites Boone - University Area
Holiday Inn Boone - University Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Boone - University Area by IHG

3 out of 5
1075 Highway 105 Boone NC
Holiday Inn Boone - University Area by IHG
The Horton Hotel and Rooftop Lounge

The Horton Hotel and Rooftop Lounge

2.5 out of 5
611 W King St Boone NC
The Horton Hotel and Rooftop Lounge
Comfort Suites Boone - University Area

Comfort Suites Boone - University Area

2.5 out of 5
1184 Highway 105 Boone NC
Comfort Suites Boone - University Area
Sleep Inn Boone University Area

Sleep Inn Boone University Area

2.5 out of 5
163 Highway 105 Extension Boone NC
Sleep Inn Boone University Area
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