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The Blowing Rock

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The Blowing Rock is an immense cliff 4,000 feet above sea level, overhanging Johns River Gorge 3,000 feet below. The phenomenon gets its name because the rocky walls of the gorge form a flume through which the northwest wind seeps with such force that it returns light objects cast over the void. The current of air flowing upward from the Rock prompted the Ripley’s Believe-It-Or-Not cartoon about “the only place in the world where snow falls upside down.” Enjoy the scenic views and observation tower, gardens, small garden waterfall and unique gift shop. The attraction also hosts two annual music festival events!

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  • 432 The Rock Road, Blowing Rock, NC 28605, USA

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  • 432 The Rock Road, Blowing Rock, NC 28605, USA
  • (828) 295-7111
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