You may have spotted Weldon on your way down 95; its the first town in the state after leaving Virginia. The town is known as the ROCK FISH CAPITAL OF THE WORLD and is home to the Roanoke River; their slogan is "Get Hooked On Weldon" and recently they installed an art installation that includes 30 rock fish statues located throughout the town, similar to the DC Panda statues.
The centerpiece of this installation is "Rocky" the 4,000 lb striped bass statue, which attracts tons of visitors daily and is an homage to the annual fishing tournaments that take place in Weldon and neighboring towns.
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My favorite place to eat is Carolina Kitchen (try the wings and peach cobbler!) the restaurant is located just outside of Weldon city limits in Roanoke Rapids.
Sonic and Cracker Barrel are also a nearby treat!
Weldon, NC
Reviewed by Brea Ellis
on
June 19, 2012
Rating: 5
love love the pink and the hat. Perfect vacay outfit!
ReplyDeleteJen
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Agree, perfect outfit & more importantly you look relaxed!!!
ReplyDeleteI heart road trips. I mean, with a group of people is cool but I like to drive by myself, too. That way, I can listen to MY music! lolol.
ReplyDeleteGlad you had fun.