Disclosure: My cousin and husband are friends with the owners. They took my girlfriend and I here…read moreas part of a roadtrip we were doing through NC. Our first night we camped out at the end of the field and since it's towards the end of the season we had the place to ourselves. That afternoon we tubed down the Dan River for 3 hrs. For people who love spending time in nature it was heaven! Floating down the river through beautiful woods and pastures is the perfect thing to do on a lazy Summer afternoon, especially after a long drive. There's also fishing there. That night we cooked around the fire, and made music. We were joined by the owners who are very friendly and knowledgeable about the local history, sustainability, geology, agriculture and just about anything else you might want to know. Just ask Andrew! They have bathrooms with toilets, and showers (hot water)! For anyone looking for an affordable, rustic and low key destination, I can't recommend it enough.

Been going to Jessup Mill for the last four years around July 4th and other times in the year. Each…read moretime is a great experience and every time i leave I am pleased and thankful for the mill and campground being there. The staff is great. The tubing is a blast and extremely convenient. The facilities are clean which is something everyone can appreciate. This is a gem on the Dan River that should be more popular than it is. Book online and see for yourself why this place means so much to people.

Very beautiful natural park located in a small town. If you love nature, this is a wonderful stop…read morewith a path on the Yadkin River being part of the Piedmont Trail. Roomy sites with an immaculate bathhouse. Very secure.

I stayed at this campground recently with my husband and kids in our pop up camper and can only say…read moregreat things about it! They had apartments, cabins, tent sites, and RV sites for rent with electricity and water hookups! They have a playground for kids, picnic tables, a clean bathhouse with warm showers, and a fully stocked camp store! Each site had a picnic table & fire pit and river view! We had so much fun! Best part of all, they have a canoe/kayak trip! We did the 5 mile canoe trip, and it was a blast! Definitely made the trip : )

We were there in early August. The river was pretty low. The office staff was extremely helpful…read morein making suggestions (whether to canoe or kayak) for us and our grandchildren. The person assigned to haul the watercraft and folks to the entry point was pleasant and offered suggestions about navigating the river. We did the "short" route. Next year hope for more water, but definitely plan to return.

While we did not go into the visitor center building, the adjacent trail is very pleasant for a…read morestroll. Easy enough in length for our toddler to walk it as well! There are places along the way to sit and take in the scenery for 5 seconds before your kids pester you to keep moving, and if you see my buddy Mr Snake hanging out in the tree next to the bench by the water, tell him Justin sent you! Seriously, this is a perfect place to come and enjoy a nice weather day and family time out in nature! In my opinion, nature is what the triad does best, and this place is yet another shining example!

VERY cool spot for trail walking / picnic lunch! We took a few toddlers and we all had a lovely…read moretime exploring the trail and sipping our toes in the water at the creek. It's one of our new favorite local outdoor spots!

I had been curious to try the salt cave experience. My husband gifted me the sauna and cave…read moreexperience for Valentine's Day. They did a good job of answering my questions when I booked since I was a first timer. The place has a calm vibe and everyone was really nice. The sauna is small so I was in it by myself for 30 minutes. They have a privacy screen and a light color benefit. It was very relaxing and I was enjoying trying the different light colors. The cave holds about 8 people and you sit in a reclining chair. It is dark and they play meditation music. I really enjoyed this part. I was very relaxed and did feel energized. I had some tea after. I would come back in the future.

I have been going to the Salt Cave at Himalayan Hideaway for a few years. The owner, Chrissy, is…read morekind, gracious and knowledgeable. The main event is 45 minute session in the cave- good for allergies, respiratory issues, and inflammation. There is also an infrared sauna and personal salt dome worth trying out. And she always invites you to put your feet up and have tea in the tea room afterwards.

Stayed here recently while in town for the weekend, and then for a week while having some remodel…read morework at the house done a few weeks ago. This hotel is located in the heart of downtown inside the original RJR building. The front desk staff are all professional, friendly and kind, each encounter with desk staff was exceptional. Valet parking is the only real option, unless you want to drive around looking for a limited parking spot. All of the valet team are professional, courteous and timely each went above and beyond for us. Very comfortable accommodations. We stayed in a king room the first time for a weekend and a king suite for the weeks stay. Both are comfortable, the suite's size and separate seating area definitely make it worth the difference if your stay is extended. King bed, very comfortable, quality linens, very quiet soundproofing with high ceilings and heavy drapery with modern minimalist wall decor. The bathrooms in both are nice the suite, another level of comfort. Walk in large shower with a vessel tub within the shower enclosure. This hotel is one of the higher end in town, it trys to hit those marks. Better than most. 4 Stars rounded up a full star for the steller staff here from the front desk, to valet team, housekeeping and room service everyone makes your stay here better. 01150

I'd say the two high points of this hotel are the gym and the bowling alley in the rec room which…read moreare both awesome features of this hotel. Come to the basement and have a bowling competition. It's a great addition to the hotel!! They also have a fun slide and cool half court basketball

The Old Salem Center is across the road from Old Salem proper. You can get to Old Salem via the…read moreHeritage Bridge. The visitor Center has plenty of parking. There are some historical displays and they have a gift shop.

I'm here at the Old Salem visitor center to listen to Celtic music sponsored by Muddy Creek Music…read moreHall. The room is spacious and beautiful. I sat in the front row and had the pleasure to really get connected we other the music. The musicians w wee entertaining and the music a pleasure for my ears

Winston-Salem is one of my favorite places to be. All year long the streets are filled with…read moresomething wonderful. There are movies in Bailey Park, concerts on Liberty & 6th, Food Truck days, and Parades. One of my favorite things about W-S is the W-S nightly breeze. It is something you can count on all year long. In the summer, it is perfection! You can walk the streets for hours, meandering in/out of the shops and enjoying the bustle of the city. If you have not attended an event downtown Winston-Salem, you NEED TO GO! Once you go, you too will be hooked on the charm that is Winston-Salem! MOST SINCERELY!

I am always amused at the crap Yelpers will review. I have read reviews of "snow events", reviews…read moreof Yelp itself, and even the Supreme Court of the United States. Now one would think a review of the US Supreme Court would be about things like 1) Getting through security 2) Parking 3) How comfortable the seating was while listening to oral arguments 4) Vending machines. Do they have Coke products or shitty Pepsi? But no, they are more about political ideology. 1 star if you hate the Supreme Court make up or 5 star if you love it. Now who the hell cares? I don't give a shit! Give me a review that I can use. Now, what were we talking about? Oh yeah, a review of downtown Winston-Salem. Who the heck writes a review of downtown Winston-Salem, or any downtown for that matter? Now before you throw stones, I was not the first person do review of downtown. Another Yelper took the time to add downtown as a business on Yelp and write a review. I stumbled across it and decided to...what the hell..I'll check in. Now Yelp expects a review. So I will try to make this useful, but I know that NOBODY will ever search for downtown WS on Yelp. 1) Safety - Downtown WS is very safe. Like any city of its size, there is crime but trust me, you will be safe. Just use common sense. 2) Shops - We got lots of shopping downtown. Art shit, consignment shops, WS targeted shops, etc.. 3) Restaurants - Great selection. Perhaps could use some additional diversity but getting there. High end places, middle of the road and cheap eats. 4) Drinking - My specialty. Trust me on this, I am a professional drinker. Plenty of places to get a cocktail, beer (local brew) or wine. 5) Parking - Decent selection of parking garages as well as street parking for the parallel parking experts. Prices are great in comparison to Charlotte. 6) Pan Handlers - We got a few like every city but nothing on the scale of Charlotte or Nashville. Actually, this activity has decreased significantly over time. 7) Architecture and History - One of the things I love about downtown WS are the buildings. The old Reynolds building, Pepper building, Arts district, etc., etc. I love that WS has preserved much of its history. 8) Traffic - Not a big deal. This city is over 200 thousand but feels much smaller. Warning, just watch yourself while crossing the streets. Even though you have the right away, just make sure the cars are stopping for you. I love downtown WS. I have spent a lot of time and money here. It is the perfect size for me. Highly recommend coming and spending the day here.