Before the surge in craft beer culture and the rise of outdoor sports, Saluda was a rather unremarkable place, mainly known as a seasonal truck stop offering peaches in the summer and apples in the fall. However, the town’s strategic location near thrilling whitewater rafting and ziplining adventures has breathed new life into its charming …
Black Mountain, hailed as one of “America’s Prettiest Small Towns,” stands as the gateway to the Blue Ridge Mountains. Located just 25 minutes from Asheville, Black Mountain boasts a vibrant downtown brimming with things to do. From art galleries to cozy eateries, downtown Black Mountain offers an enchanting and easily walkable experience, teeming with artistic …
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, Boone has a bounty of culture and beauty to discover. It’s a quaint town rich with outdoor adventure and charming artistic attractions. Unsurprisingly, Boone is also a high country haven for the culinary craft, and there are some great restaurants in Boone to enjoy. The foodie …
Highlands is a small North Carolina town nestled in the southern Appalachian Mountains of western North Carolina. At an altitude of 4,118 feet above sea level, it is recognized as one of the loftiest towns east of the Mississippi River! Situated on a plateau in the southern Appalachian Mountains within the Nantahala National Forest, there …
North Carolina isn’t all beaches and suntans! There are beautiful mountains, waterfalls and hiking trails to explore. We love hiking in this stunning part of the world and had to put together a list of the best hikes in North Carolina ranging in difficulty from easy to hard. Getting outside in the mountains is one …
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Brevard is known as North Carolina’s land of waterfalls as it’s set right on the cusp of an outdoor adventure hotspot, the Pisgah National Forest. It’s also an alluring cultural hub of the high country with a charming downtown to explore, where a foodie feast awaits. The eclectic eats here range from comfort foods to …
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Planning to visit Pisgah National Forest and want to know what to expect? We break down everything you need to know before your visit! Pisgah National Forest spans over 500,000 acres in the mountainous region of western North Carolina. A pioneer of protected landscape, it’s the home of the first-ever school of forestry in the …
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The Blue Ridge Parkway is known as “America’s favorite drive,” and we can attest to that! It’s 469 miles in total, starting with the stunning Shenandoah National Park and ending with the gorgeous Great Smoky Mountains. The Blue Ridge Parkway runs through 29 counties in both Virginia and North Carolina. Amidst them, there are countless …
There’s no need to cry when fall in North Carolina has come to a close. Come December, the holiday season ramps up, and it’s a time of colorful lights, festive decor through small towns, parades, and visits from Santa. Many towns in North Carolina, most famously the ones in the Blue Ridge Mountains turn into …
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Asheville is known for many enticing attractions – a thriving art scene, a foodie haven, breweries galore, and of course a treasure trove of accessible natural wonders, in particular, some stunning Asheville waterfalls. This staggering scenery of Asheville is so alluring and so much that we must say, we strongly disagree with TLC and recommend …
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