If you're looking for snow it's not hard to find. The roads to Dupont State Forest are clear. My sons and I saw practically no one there yesterday. Great way to spend the solstice.
I've mentioned previously the village of Linville Falls, the Linville Gorge and Linville Caverns. Nearby a new set of cabins are now available for rent on the the Linville River. All cabins are located right on the river.