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What to Bring

Students will stay in the residence halls overnight (Parents are welcome to stay at nearby hotels). The following items will help ensure that you have a comfortable and fun stay on campus:

  • Bedding (extra long twin sheets, light blanket, pillow, pillowcase)
  • Change of clothes
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Light jacket or sweatshirt (summer evenings can be cool)
  • Shower Items (towel, flip flops, toiletries)
  • Small fan (optional)

If you have not already submitted your required paperwork, please bring:

Make sure you have also completed the Resident Information Form.
 

Accommodations

Students will be spending the night in a residence hall on campus. Families are welcome to stay at one of our local hotels, inns or bed and breakfasts in the area.
Find a full list of local lodging options here

Driving Directions

From Boone, North Carolina:

  • Take Highway NC 105 S and turn right on Route 184 (Tynecastle Highway)
  • Continue four miles to Main Street in Banner Elk (road ends)
  • At the Main Street stoplight, turn left
  • Continue one quarter mile
  • The Hayes parking lot will be on the right after passing Dunn's Deli
  • Do not park on Lees-McRae Drive

From Johnson City, Tennessee:

  • Take Highway US 19 E to Elk Park
  • Turn left onto Route 194 to Banner Elk
  • Continue six and a half miles
  • After you enter the town limits, the Hayes parking lot will be on the left across from Hayes Auditorium
  • Do not park on Lees-McRae Drive
     

Nearest Airports

  • Charlotte Douglas International Airport: 2.25 hours
  • Asheville Regional Airport: 2 hours
  • Tri-Cities Airport: 1.5 hours