Hillcrest
in Watauga County of North Carolina, United States

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
36.221 and -81.668 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 36° 13' 16" and W -81° 40' 4"
Currency and Currency Code:
Dollar - USD
Spoken languages:
English, Spanish, French
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 02:24 PM (Saturday)
Timezone: America/New_York
UTC/GMT offset: -10 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
7:51 am and 6:28 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-33.937 and 115.018 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Burnside
References
This place on Geonames.org
Current travel safety evaluation for United States in Northern America

Safety Score: 2,7 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to United States.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning United States. Last Update: 2024-08-13 08:21:03

Delve into Hillcrest

Hillcrest in Watauga County (North Carolina) is a city located in United States about 314 mi (or 505 km) south-west of Washington DC, the country's capital town.

Current time in Hillcrest is now 02:24 PM (Saturday). The local timezone is named America / New York with an UTC offset of -4 hours. We know of 8 airports closer to Hillcrest, of which 4 are larger airports. The closest airport in United States is Hickory Regional Airport in a distance of 37 mi (or 59 km), South-East. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There is one Unesco world heritage site nearby. It's Great Smoky Mountains National Park in a distance of 66 mi (or 107 km), South-West. Also, if you like playing golf, there are some options within driving distance. We saw 3 points of interest near this location. In need of a room? We compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

Since you are here already, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Boone, Jefferson, Mountain City, Newland and Lenoir. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 14°C / 58 °F

Morning Temperature 12°C / 53 °F
Evening Temperature 13°C / 55 °F
Night Temperature 10°C / 51 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 88%
Air Pressure 1026 hPa
Wind Speed Light breeze with 4 km/h (3 mph) from North-West
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 100% of sky
General Conditions Light rain

Saturday, 2nd of November 2024

14°C (57 °F)
7°C (45 °F)
Scattered clouds, light breeze.

Sunday, 3rd of November 2024

12°C (54 °F)
10°C (50 °F)
Overcast clouds, light breeze.

Monday, 4th of November 2024

17°C (62 °F)
13°C (55 °F)
Light rain, gentle breeze, broken clouds.

Hotels and Places to Stay

La Quinta Inn and Suites Boone

Address
0,4 mi
164 HIGHWAY 105 EXTENSION
28607 Boone
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Holiday Inn Express BOONE

Address
1,7 mi
1943 Blowing Rock Road
28607 BOONE
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock

Address
5,9 mi
185 Chetola Lake Drive
28605 Blowing Rock
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


The Inn at Crestwood

Address
4,9 mi
3236 Shulls Mill Road
28607 Boone
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 16:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Hampton Inn - Suites Boone NC

Address
0,7 mi
1252 US Highway 421 South
28607 Boone
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Fairfield Inn & Suites Boone

Address
1,9 mi
2060 Blowing Rock Road
28607 Boone
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Courtyard Boone

Address
1,2 mi
1050 Highway 105
28607 Boone
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


BAYMONT INN & SUITES BOONE NEA

Address
1,2 mi
1075 HIGHWAY 105
28607 Boone
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Comfort Suites Boone

Address
1,3 mi
1184 SR 105
28607 Boone
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Alpen Acres Motel

Address
4,9 mi
318 Old US Hwy 321
28605 Blowing Rock
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Boone, North Carolina

Boone is a town located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina, United States. Boone's population was 17,122 in 2010. Boone is the county seat of Watauga County and the home of Appalachian State University. The town is named for famous American pioneer and explorer Daniel Boone, and every summer since 1952 has hosted an outdoor amphitheatre portrayal of the life and times of its namesake. In 2012, Boone was listed among the 10 best places to retire in the U.S. by U.S. News.

Located at 36.2114, -81.6686 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Towns in North Carolina, Populated places in Watauga County, North Carolina, University towns in the United States, County seats in North Carolina, Populated places established in 1872, Appalachian culture

Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University (ASU) is a comprehensive, public, coeducational university located in Boone, North Carolina, United States. Appalachian State (also referred to as Appalachian, App State, or simply App) was founded as a teacher's college in 1899 by brothers B.B. and D.D. Dougherty. It expanded to included other programs in 1967, and joined the University of North Carolina system in 1971.

Located at 36.2138, -81.6786 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Appalachian State University, Educational institutions established in 1899, Universities and colleges accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, American Association of State Colleges and Universities, Oak Ridge Associated Universities, University of North Carolina, Education in Watauga County, North Carolina, Universities and colleges in North Carolina, Buildings and structures in Watauga County, North Carolina

George M. Holmes Convocation Center

The George M. Holmes Convocation Center (usually referred to as the Holmes Center or The Holmes Dome) is a 8,325-seat multipurpose arena in Boone, North Carolina, United States, on the campus of Appalachian State University. The convocation center is named for George M. Holmes, a 1954 graduate and member of the North Carolina General Assembly. The arena itself is named for Seby Jones.

Located at 36.2106, -81.6759 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Appalachian State Mountaineers basketball venues, Basketball venues in North Carolina, College basketball venues in the United States, Sports venues in Watauga County, North Carolina

Mariam Cannon Hayes School of Music

The Mariam Cannon Hayes School of Music is part of Appalachian State University and is one of the premier public music schools in the eastern United States.

Located at 36.2159, -81.6844 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Music schools in North Carolina, Appalachian State University, Music therapy, Educational institutions established in 1967

Daniel Boone Native Gardens

Daniel Boone Native Gardens, located in Boone, North Carolina, hosts a collection of North Carolina native plants in an informal landscaped design. The gardens are open daily May through October.

Located at 36.2087, -81.6708 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Botanical gardens in North Carolina, Arboreta in North Carolina, Protected areas of Watauga County, North Carolina

Varsity Gymnasium

Varsity Gymnasium is an 8,000 seat multi-purpose arena in Boone, North Carolina. It opened in 1968 and was home to the Appalachian State Mountaineers basketball teams until the Holmes Center opened in 2000. The gym is currently home to the wrestling program.

Located at 36.2134, -81.681 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Appalachian State Mountaineers basketball venues, Defunct college basketball venues in the United States, Basketball venues in North Carolina, Sports venues in Watauga County, North Carolina

Watauga County Farmers' Market

The Watauga County Farmers' Market is a farmers' market located in Boone, North Carolina established July 6, 1974.

Located at 36.2094, -81.6695 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Landmarks in North Carolina, Food markets in the United States, Visitor attractions in Watauga County, North Carolina

College Field

College Field was Appalachian State University's college football stadium in Boone, North Carolina. The Mountaineers played at College Field from 1928–1961. The Mountaineers moved across campus to Kidd Brewer Stadium (then Conrad Stadium) in 1962.

Located at 36.2146, -81.6818 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Appalachian State Mountaineers football, Defunct college football venues, Sports venues in North Carolina, Sports venues in Watauga County, North Carolina

Hickory Ridge Homestead

Hickory Ridge Living History Museum is a living history museum in Boone, North Carolina located adjacent to the Horn In The West. The museum's motto is "Keeping Yesterday For Tomorrow". The museum is a non-profit operation run by the Southern Appalachian Historical Association. Admission is free but donations are appreciated. The museum is currently composed of several period cabins. The oldest cabin is the Tatum Cabin which was originally located in Todd, North Carolina.

Located at 36.2097, -81.6698 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
History museums in North Carolina, Living museums in North Carolina, Museums in Watauga County, North Carolina

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