Best Things to Do in West Jefferson NC Guide: Catch a Film at Blue Ridge Movie Lounge Climb the Mountain at Elk Knob State Park Combine Ashe County Cheese & Old Barn Winery and Vineyards Cruise the Blue Ridge Parkway to the Cascade Falls Explore New River State Park (Elk Shoals Access) Great Southern Gothic: Escape Room & Curiosity Shoppe Hike at Mount Jefferson State Natural Area Hunt for Treasure at Local Shops Tastings at Independent Local Eateries Visit the Breweries
Established by the Kraft Corporation way back in the 1930s, the cheese company is part of the history of West Jefferson NC. Ashe County Cheese is now owned and operated by two Wisconsin-bred cheesemakers, one of whom was distinguished as a Wisconsin Master Cheesemaker. Located just south of town, the Old Barn Winery & Vineyards pairs perfectly with Ashe County Cheese. This beautiful NC winery has live music on the weekends, incredible gardens and sitting areas, as well as many Ashe County Cheese products for sale. https://www.ashecountycheese.com/