Lansing NC Things to Do Daytrip

Take a day to relax in a small mountain community steeped in culture. Enjoy time by the water, a drive through the country and a historic tune or two. View more ideas on how to spend the day in Lansing NC below:

Old Orchard Creek General Store

Start your day with a visit to the general store for a cup of coffee or tea and a pastry made here in the region. While you are there, peruse the great selection of books and locally made crafts. If the weather is nice, head outside to enjoy.

TIP:

In late-June to early-August, head over to a local u-pick farm in the morning before the heat of the day at:

Lansing Creeper Trail Park

Head across the street and enjoy the outdoors. You can spend the day at the park enjoying a variety of outdoor activities, including:

Fishing- the NC Heritage Trout Waters run through the park with easy access
Walking- enjoy the paved flat one-mile path that meanders by the creek and through the park
Mountain Biking- A 3 mile single track trail with a 1,700 foot elevation change is a challenging ride!
Picnicking- walk across the street to Pie on the Mountain or Country House Restaurant for a to-go meal
Farmers Market- find locally grown and handcrafted goods from April-Oct on Fridays from 1-5
Live Music & Movies- in the summer months, enjoy entertainment in the park (be sure to bring your chairs!)

Lost Province Center for the Cultural Arts

Located in the historic Lansing school, Lost Province is the hub of the traditional arts in Lansing NC. Check out the website for a list of the last happenings. Past events have included:

Art, craft and culinary workshops
Live music jams and concerts
Pottery, music and culinary socials

Barn Quilts and Live Music

Drive through the countryside and take in larger than life traditional quilt square patterns on the sides of barns. This is a lovely way to see the backcountry in all seasons and learn the history of different quilt patterns! View the Ashe Country Arts Council Quilt Trail map HERE

Live Music Locations
*Check the FB pages for the latest performers and times