The Yadkin Valley Scenic Byway is a scenic drive to a small town in North Carolina. The length we want to drive is up to us. Sit back for the next two hours, if we take the whole thing, and enjoy pastoral farmland, picturesque vineyards, and rugged mountain terrain. The byway begins at the intersection of N.C. Route 89 and Round Peak Church Road or N.C. State Route 1397, about 0.3 miles from the I-77 overpass at Exit 100. Located in the Western part of North Carolina, this route guides through some charming towns, including Dobson where we’ll stop and spend the night.

This lovely route drives through Surry and Yadkin counties for 76.5 miles, but we can start and stop wherever we like.
NC Department of Transportation
Go to page 117 of this pamphlet for complete detailed directions.
Relax and take time as there are plenty of pretty sights along this drive.
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Something exciting to know is the gorgeous Pilot Mountain remains in view during a large portion of the route, which is hard to miss at 1,400 feet.
Pilot Mountain State Park, 1721 Pilot Knob Park Rd, Pinnacle, NC 27043, USA
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The knob marks the center of Pilot Mountain State Park, which is definitely worth a stop someday.
Rockford General Store was built to last, as it first opened in 1890 and still serves customers.
Rockford General Store, 5174 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC 27017, USA
Rockford General-Store/Facebook
In addition to the cool inventory and extensive candy counter, this place is an excellent stop for lunch.
Touch base with the local history and visit the Surry County Courthouse.
Surry County Courthouse / Clerk's Office, 201 E Kapp St, Dobson, NC 27017, USA
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The three-story, rectangular Classical Revival-style brick building was built in 1916. How important might we feel working in such a monumental structure?
It's time for dinner, and the best place to eat is The Depot at Cody Creek.
The Depot Restaurant at Cody Creek, 112 Old Depot Ln, Dobson, NC 27017, USA
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In addition to the restaurant, the lovely property has a clubhouse, four cabins, a banquet hall, a gazebo, and a wedding chapel.
Sometimes the Friday special is one pound of crab legs with two sides and bread - yum!
Cody Creek/Facebook
And the last stop is Stony Knoll Vineyards for wine tastings and to walk around on the gorgeous property.
Stony Knoll Vineyards, 1143 Stony Knoll Rd, Dobson, NC 27017, USA
Stony Knoll Vineyards/Facebook
Stay the night in the original home place built in the 1860s where most of the hand-hewn log structure is original, including a rock fireplace.
Stony Knoll Vineyards/Facebook
Part of the charm running through this dreamy home is the cherished memories passed from family to family over 163 years. Make some new ones during this unforgettable stay.

We hope you enjoy this scenic drive to a small town in North Carolina, and get some help on what to pack from Only In Your State.

While you’re in Dobson, stroll through another beautiful vineyard.

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