The Blue Ridge Parkway had 17.5 million visitors in 2025, according to preliminary data from the National Park Service. It is the most since 2006.

After freezing rain, snow and plummeting temperatures, some areas of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Blue ...

Cold temperatures thin the crowds—but not the trout. In North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, tailwaters and sun-warmed ...

When driving the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, we highly recommend stopping along the way. Our author especially likes one ...

Discover North Carolina’s most scenic hikes you can finish in a day, waterfalls, peaks, and stunning views without overnight ...

With a major winter storm looming for the Tar Heel state this weekend, snow was accumulating in the North Carolina mountains ...

The Blue Ridge Parkway will be completely closed on the North Carolina and Virginia sides — on a temporary basis — starting ...

Snow, sleet and freezing rain are forecast along the parkway, along with gusts of 30 mph. Ice accumulations could top a half ...

These dreamy small towns in North Carolina are home to various filming locations of your favorite flicks, showcasing the ...

According to someone who's traveled all over the state. For those making travel a priority, or simply looking for a getaway, ...

Forge a new understanding of bladesmithing with a demonstration by artist Ken Hall from 5-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30, at the ...

North Carolina's Blue Ridge Parkway features several long hikes that reward endurance with sweeping mountain views, dense ...