Welcome to The Town of Banner Elk, North Carolina! Located in the Mountains of Western North Carolina, Banner Elk is home to a bustling community thriving in High Country tourism activities such as skiing, golf, hiking, horseback riding, rafting, and fishing. With a number of fine accommodations to choose from as well as restaurants and unique shops, Banner Elk offers much for the seasonal vacationer and part-year resident. Year-round residents benefit from the growing popularity of the Western North Carolina Mountains and comprise the area's growing number of professionals, service personnel, and skilled trade people. Come visit Banner Elk... and who knows, you just might stay! History Town history, geography, and general information. Pictures Banner Elk and the Wooly Worm Festival. Town Government Town Council, boards and commissions, departments and services, Town code, and more. News and Issues Town Council agendas, ordinances and regulations, community news and issues, local media and more. Education Schools and colleges available in the area. Maps Maps of Banner Elk and the region. Economy Businesses in Town and near by area. Activities and Recreation Newcomers guide to....... The Banner Elk The hope of the artist is your enjoyment of "The Banner Elk" with the silhouette of Grandfather Mountain in the background as seen from her home in Banner Elk. Deka has lived over thirty years in Avery County. Raised in Roanoke, Virginia. She is the Mayor of Banner Elk and has had a long time desire to paint an elk for the town hall meeting room. The original now hangs there. For a print call the town hall at (828) 898-5398