North carolina mountains

The pinnacle of high difficulty hiking in North Carolina, this profile of Grandfather Mountain climbs almost 2,000 feet in just under four-miles and is one of

Happy Saturday! Here’s some weekend mountain views from North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains. There are still pockets of color in the lower elevations around Boone and Valle Crucis. At…

Hikes, viewpoints and scenic drives

Take a journey through the heart of Appalachia on the iconic Blue Ridge Parkway, offering breathtaking vistas from Virginia to North Carolina, with cascading waterfalls, historic mountain towns, and opportunities to connect with nature.

Looking to explore the North Carolina mountains? Here are amazing places to visit including Asheville, the Blue Ridge Parkway and much more!

Incredible sunsets are one of the many rewards of driving or hiking along the Blue Ridge Parkway, a national scenic treasure in the Smoky Mountains, rhododendrons bloom in this gorgeous photo that was taken along...

Every year people choose to spend their vacation days under the stars, enjoying the beauty of our planet. Many experienced campers and survivalists know exactly what they need to bring on any given camping trip. Many of these campers will even have a bug out bag prepared to go into the woods at a moments notice. For the less experienced campers, trying to figure out what you need for a camping trip can be an ordeal. If I had to leave on a moments notice, I would be sure to bring a tent…

Explore our 40 favorite small towns in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Asheville NC, with shopping, restaurants and many things to do.

Explore a vibrant array of activities with our guide to the top attractions and things to do in Asheville, North Carolina!

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