Looking for good times, great trails, and groovy small town vibes? There's no better place to spend a day, an evening, weekend or week away from the … [Read more...] about Elkin, North Carolina, in the Foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains: Good Times, Great Trails, and Groovy Small-Town Vibes
If you're thinking about a quick getaway to the mountains, and you'd like to go beyond the familiar destinations of … [Read more...] about Visit Cherokee North Carolina — an itinerary for 2 unforgettable days
If you're planning a trip from Charlotte to Raleigh, going by train is simpler than you might think. You won't have to worry about traffic on I-85 and … [Read more...] about Traveling to Raleigh by Train — top things to do
We asked avid hiker and photographer Jim Ogden to tell us about some hikes you might never have heard of...but you should. Unless … [Read more...] about Three unique, amazing hikes within 90 minutes from Charlotte
Where to Ski in North Carolina There are six ski resorts in Western North Carolina. Three of them are clustered in the northern part of the North … [Read more...] about Where to ski in North Carolina — what you need to know about all the ski resorts
The Town of Beech Mountain, North Carolina, offers the only municipal sledding hill in the southeast. The natural snow on the Sledding Hill is … [Read more...] about Take the kids to the free sledding hill at Beech Mountain, NC
Early bird rates make a good deal even better Sip your way through North Carolina wine country this winter via the Yadkin Valley Winter Wine … [Read more...] about Save Big on NC Winter Wine & Beer Passport Through Nov. 15
UPDATE: Some parts of Western North Carolina are effectively closed for tourism because of the hurricane recovery, but some are open and ready for … [Read more...] about Scenic Drives for Fall Color in North Carolina — when and where to go
Chimney Rock State Park is one of the most popular parks in the North Carolina mountains, and for good reason. The iconic rock spire offers panoramic … [Read more...] about Visiting Chimney Rock State Park — everything you need to know
Western North Carolina is a wonderland of waterfalls. This photo guide of nine North Carolina waterfalls, by Harrison Grothoff, and Charlotte on the … [Read more...] about Cool off at one of these 9 breathtaking North Carolina waterfalls — a photo guide
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