Emerald Village is just 3 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway at Little Switzerland, Milepost 333.9. Gem mining, gold panning, mine tours, waterfall, free exhibits, real mines, fun shopping! NC’s Gem! www.emeraldvillage.com (828) 765-6463.
Milepost 333.9, 336.4
Emerald Village
331 McKinney Mine Road
Spruce Pine, NC
28777
Exit at Milepost 333.9, 336.4