Things to do and places to stay in Lansing, NC
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A little town on Big Horse Creek
Tucked into a narrow valley along Big Horse Creek, Lansing was once a bustling railroad and timber community and now murals brighten old brick walls, and the hum of conversation often mingles with the sound of fiddles, guitars, or the creek flowing nearby.
While small in size, Lansing (pop 129) has become a gathering place for artists, musicians, and makers who are revitalizing the town with festivals, workshops and community events. It’s a place where old-time mountain culture and fresh creative vision meet — a hidden gem in the Blue Ridge that feels both timeless and alive. The community’s impassioned response to the devasting 2024 Helene flooding has sparked a long term renewal for the town and region.
Things to do and places to stay in Lansing, NC
Play in the Creek
Big Horse Creek runs along the Creeper Trail Park in the heart of Lansing, just steps from shops and restaurants. A perfect spot for wading, picnicking, walks, fishing and connecting with nature.
Farmers Market
Community of local farmers and makers
Each Saturday from 11AM-4PM at the Creeper Trail Park on the banks of Big Horse Creek in Lansing.
Old Orchard Creek General Store
Lansing's local gathering spot and our host Friday night. Serving cafe drinks, beer, wine and cider alongside pastries and a limited seasonal menu
Bunny and the Beaverman
Bunny and the Beaverman
Bunny and the Beaverman
Clothes and records, mostly from the 1900s. Also, fishing, camping and outdoor gear!
The Squirrel and Nut
Bunny and the Beaverman
Bunny and the Beaverman
Home goods, local art, candles and more
Buddy Holler Studio
Bunny and the Beaverman
Buddy Holler Studio
A full service recording studio located at the old Lansing School
The Windfall Shop
Lansing Trading Company
Buddy Holler Studio
Appalachian arts and crafts, as well as hands on workshops
Molley Chomper Cidery
Lansing Trading Company
Lansing Trading Company
Small batch ciders made from locally grown cider apples
The Liar's Bench
The Loghouse Restaurant
The Liar's Bench
Great spot for drinks and sandwiches, Lansing's 'late night' spot
The Loghouse Restaurant
The Loghouse Restaurant
Flower Pickin' at Hellbender Farm
Down home cooking, where the locals dine
Flower Pickin' at Hellbender Farm
Flower Pickin' at Hellbender Farm
Flower Pickin' at Hellbender Farm
Hellbender Farm is a sustainably-run farmstead and sheep farm in the "Lost Province" region of the North Carolina mountains between Lansing, NC and Whitetop, VA. Named after the iconic and rare aquatic giant salamander that lives alongside the trout in nearby Helton Creek. In addition to being a working farm, they host weddings and even
Hellbender Farm is a sustainably-run farmstead and sheep farm in the "Lost Province" region of the North Carolina mountains between Lansing, NC and Whitetop, VA. Named after the iconic and rare aquatic giant salamander that lives alongside the trout in nearby Helton Creek. In addition to being a working farm, they host weddings and events, farmstays, and pick-your-own flowers and tea tastings on select weekends.
Blueberry Pickin'
Flower Pickin' at Hellbender Farm
Blueberry Pickin'
Old Orchard Creek is a historic Appalachian mountain farm raising blueberries using sustainable farming practices. Visit and enjoy hiking, star-gazing, magnificent views, in-season blueberry picking (June-July), or simply rocking on the front porch.
Lavender Pickin'
Flower Pickin' at Hellbender Farm
Blueberry Pickin'
Organically grown lavender on a small family farm using only natural spring water and crisp mountain air to nourish our lavender — no pesticides or other non-organic products. Click to learn more about Good Ashe Lavender Farm.