Lansing NC Things to Do Daytrip
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](https://highcountryhost.com/images/upload_photos/blog_list_photos/OldOrchardCreekGeneralStore.jpg)
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](https://highcountryhost.com/images/upload_photos/blog_list_photos/LansingCreeperTrailPark.jpg)
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](https://highcountryhost.com/images/upload_photos/blog_list_photos/LostProvinceArtsCenterLansingNC.jpg)
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 Quilt Lansing NC](https://highcountryhost.com/images/upload_photos/blog_list_photos/BarnquiltBauman4th.jpg)
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