Discover Western North Carolina's most stunning waterfalls, all accessible by car! Breathtaking views and easy stops for your ultimate road trip.

Hiking in the off-season can often come with great benefits — quieter trails and atmospheric, seasonal landscapes, in particular — however, it can also mean treacherous conditions. Here’s how to stay ...

When temperatures soar across the South, you don't have to travel far to find a welcome respite from the heat. Or to see breathtaking fall foliage as temperatures start to drop, as summer turns to ...

When people think of hiking in North Carolina, it might be the case that they think of the mountains on the western side of the state. But North Carolina's coastal region is also home to a number of ...

BAY. IT’S LIKE A WHISKEY DAMAGING WINDS. YEAH. BEARS ARE MY FAVORITE ANIMALS. A FEW MILES WEST OF CASHIERS, NORTH CAROLINA, A QUIET TRANSFORMATION BEGINS AS DOZENS OF ONLOOKERS FROM ALL OVER GATHER TO ...

From wine tastings to mountain views, this festival weekend has everything you need for the perfect escape.

What makes a good hiking boot? Rugged outsoles are a must. Ankle support, too. Waterproofing is optional, but as they say on the trail, better safe than sorry. Ultimately, different terrain calls for ...

The latest addition to Nine Mile Road is wrapping up construction in the coming months with plans to bring a handful of new businesses to Ensley, including an upscale steakhouse by Sake Cafe chef and ...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nancy Gay Holmes Townsend, 91, who departed peacefully on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at Elizabeth House in Flat Rock, NC. She was surrounded ...