Banner Elk is known for its four-season recreation. Winter brings some of the best skiing and snowboarding in the Southeast at Sugar and Beech Mountain, while warmer months offer hiking, mountain biking, and fly fishing in the Elk River. The town also boasts a vibrant arts community, local restaurants, and seasonal events.

Training in Banner Elk blends high-quality clinical education with the lifestyle and culture of a mountain town—a combination that prepares our residents to practice medicine in any rural setting while enjoying the natural beauty and tight-knit spirit of the High Country.