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Self Sufficient Holler, North Carolina
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Years ago, this locale, with the pond, was a popular local swimming hole
in Wilkes County. In the 1940s, buses were available to take you to the foot of the mountain so you could come to the swimming hole. People would come to swim, picnic and camp. The spring fed lake was larger back then and had docks and pontoon boats. The hills were covered with grass and apple trees instead of being covered with trees, as they are now.
Today, the lake is private and, at this time, we do not have permission to swim or fish. However, it is still lovely and you can come and sit, picnic and visit by her shores.
LOCAL ACTIVITIES:
To the west is the Blue Ridge Parkway, which is 30 minutes away.
15 minutes away is
Kerr Scott Dam where you can rent kayaks, pontoon boats, as well as other sporting equipment. Fish, go m
Years ago, this locale, with the pond, was a popular local swimming hole
in Wilkes County. In the 1940s, buses were available to take you to the foot of the mountain so you could come to the swimming hole. People would come to swim, picnic and camp. The spring fed lake was larger back then and had docks and pontoon boats. The hills were covered with grass and apple trees instead of being covered with trees, as they are now.
Today, the lake is private and, at this time, we do not have permission to swim or fish. However, it is still lovely and you can come and sit, picnic and visit by her shores.
LOCAL ACTIVITIES:
To the west is the Blue Ridge Parkway, which is 30 minutes away.
15 minutes away is
Kerr Scott Dam where you can rent kayaks, pontoon boats, as well as other sporting equipment. Fish, go mountain biking on the extensive trails, and hiking.
Prayer Mountain is right up the road, about 2 miles away.
Heading east, you can find several fine wineries and
vineyards that you can visit. There is also a moonshine distillery in town.
About a half hour away is an
Amish community that has several businesses open to the public, including the Shiloh Bakery and General Store. They are closed on Sunday and Monday.
To the northeast, about 45 minutes away, is Stone Mountain. Absolutely fantastic hiking, it is also an old homestead that has been renovated and is open to the public.
To the south, there is Rocky Face Park, where there is hiking and rock climbing. Nearby, is Emerald Hollow Mine, where you can go and find, and keep, precious stones
you find in the nearby river. There is also a great disk course course, Highland Hills Disc Golf Course, one of the top 25 in the country. There is fun for all ages.
Merlefest (September 16-19, 2021), a world class Bluegrass festival, is located right in our town.
Be sure to look at the activities section below for additional information.
Places to see near Self Sufficient Holler