Summer Family Fun in the Smokies
The kids are out of school, and those unused vacation days are piling up, so it’s time to plan your visit to the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina! Any time of year here can be pretty magical, but summer family fun in the Smokies has lots of treats. Between hiking, biking, zip-lining, and rafting, […]
Southwestern North Carolina is Waterfall Heaven
Are waterfalls your thing? Their natural beauty, majesty, and strength, paired with serene, cool pools beneath, might just be calling your name. Whether you’re an avid hiker or simply love the outdoors, the Great Smoky Mountains offer some of the most stunning waterfalls you’ll ever see. Between the Nantahala National Forest, Panthertown Valley, and the […]
Visitors Guide to Gorges State Park in Sapphire, NC
Explore 7,500-acres of natural beauty at the Gorges State Park in Sapphire, NC. Here you’ll find rushing rivers, sheer rock faces, plummeting waterfalls, deep gorges, and rare species of flora and fauna. Trails & Waterfalls Gorges is known for the multitude of beautiful waterfalls located throughout the park. Turtleback Falls, Rainbow Falls, and Bearwallow Falls […]
Exploring the Waterfall ByWay
The Waterfall Byway begins just north of Brevard, NC, famous for its music center and white squirrels and nicknamed the “Land of Waterfalls.” The 98-mile drive follows Rte. 64 from Rosman to Murphy, NC, with more than 200 waterfalls along the byway. Here’s what to expect as you take this journey to see some of […]
Can’t Miss Adventures in the Smokies
The Smoky Mountains of North Carolina are a dream destination for lovers of the great outdoors. With stunning year-round views that stretch for miles, thrilling whitewater adventure, Southern Appalachian culture and live entertainment, it can difficult to squeeze everything in to only one weekend. Here are some ideas to help you maximize your time while […]
Four Must-See Waterfalls Near Highlands, N.C.
The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains of Western North Carolina are home to dozens of breathtaking waterfalls cascading down slopes and rock faces. These four favorite waterfalls are located in Macon County, just outside of the charming town of Highlands, N.C. While three of them are visible from the roadside of US Highway 64 (also […]