BANNER ELK, N.C. -- The Wilderness Run Alpine Coaster is the first of its kind in the state. Co-owner Eric Bechard says that the coaster is an added attraction to the town, which is a ski resort ...

Attention, thrill seekers: Last month, North Carolina got its first alpine coaster, located on the outskirts of Banner Elk. Geared towards adrenaline junkies of all ages, the Wilderness Run Alpine ...

A car that looks like a bobsled on a track points down the mountain. The rider has the force of gravity and a break to control their speed as they zip through the twists and turns along the 2,100-foot ...

BANNER ELK, N.C. (WJHL) —This week’s Destination Vacation takes us to Banner Elk, North Carolina. Tourists can find coasters, kayaks, lakes, lunches, family fun and more throughout Banner Elk. “Banner ...

North Carolina is home to one of the best ski destinations on the continent, new rankings show. Banner Elk — positioned near mountain ski resorts — ranks No. 6 on a list of top getaway spots boasting ...