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A new app puts tours of WNC’s beautiful byways at your fingertips
... Department of Transportation has designated 54 official Scenic Byways, and naturally, almost half of them are in the mountains. ... as with all of the byways, you’re free to drive the route in reverse or in part. Waterfalls Distance: 98 miles ... photograph (app) courtesy of ugo tour FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
This summer, log some miles and celebrate the Blue Ridge Parkway’s anniversary with 75 must-see stops
... MP 294 » Flat Top Manor You haven’t appreciated the scenic beauty of this park until you’ve seen it through Moses Cone’s ... to dine in. Don’t miss the weekend Cajun breakfasts that feature a lively mix of crawfish or etouffée scramblers. (336) 982-4811 ...
In WNC's central region, follow these routes to explore the Linville Gorge and Lake James, Mount Mitchell, and the region's forestry heritage
... the region's forestry heritage Pisgah Loop Scenic Byway - 47 miles ➼ 2.5 hours Navigate: Start at the ... WRITER:  Randy Johnson & Melissa Reardon FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
Discover Valle Crucis, the Yadkin Valley, a Blue Ridge Parkway alternative, and the New River along four of the region's northern routes
... region's northern routes Mission Crossing Scenic Byway - 17 miles ➼ 45 minutes Navigate: The drive runs ... WRITER:  Randy Johnson & Melissa Reardon FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
Head to WNC's far western areas to take in Indian Lakes, Newfound Gap, Nantahala, and Waterfalls scenic byways
... in Indian Lakes, Newfound Gap, Nantahala, and Waterfalls scenic byways Indian Lakes Scenic Byway - 60 miles ➼ 2 ... WRITER:  Randy Johnson & Melissa Reardon FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation celebrates 20 years of supporting the beloved road
... support. Although it’s one of the country’s most visited scenic roadways, the parkway charges no fees. And with so many facilities and ... (parkway) courtesy of Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
Four classic fall drives for motorists
... OK, so scenery isn’t the draw on this famed motorcycle route (which also lures sports car enthusiasts as well); with 318 curves in a ... WRITER:  Randy Johnson & Melissa Reardon FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
Autumn is upon us, and you can park yourself in the backyard and watch the leaves put on a show.
... loops wind through rugged landscapes made even more scenic by Mother Nature in fall. The 11-mile Right Loop offers connector trails ... ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
You are now leaving WNC. Don’t call us traitors for straying from our beloved natural wonderland. Sometimes you just have to play outside the lines. After all, much of what we love here—lofty peaks, wild rivers, picturesque lakes, and awe-inspiring trails—spills over into Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. Summer is the season to grab your gear, whether it be a life jacket, fishing rod, hiking boots, or mountain bike, and head for great escapes just across the border.
... Virginia: Zoom Along the Creeper This naturally scenic route is freewheeling at its finest There are plenty of ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
Driving down memory lane along the High Country’s first scenic byway
... Driving down memory lane along the High Country’s first scenic byway Road Trip - Along the Yonahlossee, features ... Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
The Tour de Tuck’s uphill battles are epic, but the views promise sweet rewards
... Knob on the Blue Ridge Parkway foreshadows the rest of the route. “I think it’s the lengths of the climbs that get you. I’m thinking ... back for more punishment this year. “The tour is the most scenic ride I’ve been on,” he says. “The long-range views are ... ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
A visionary effort to create a statewide trail has been 40 years in the making. With the path now finished in Western North Carolina and a groundswell of support rising in the East, the completion of North Carolina’s most monumental natural treasure is on the horizon.
... East, where some of the route still requires walking along scenic back roads. But support to see the trail become a dedicated hiking path ... Ciotta; Photograph courtesy of Jennifer Pharr Davis FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES FEATURE SUB ...
The winding route to Plumtree through far western Avery County on U.S. 19 East is the very definition of a road trip. It’s the kind of byway most people would take only if this out-of-the-way hamlet were the destination itself. But for fans of beer and scenic beauty, a thriving brewery and a cluster of outdoor options are enticing reasons to tour the North Toe River valley’s flower-filled fields.
... hamlet were the destination itself. But for fans of beer and scenic beauty, a thriving brewery and a cluster of outdoor options are enticing ... photograph Courtesy of Blind Squirrel brewery FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
... have been dulled by the elements over the years. Continue to scenic Forney Creek at mile three and then retrace your steps.    ... Hunter ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
Take a drive to appreciate the enormous effort behind the Cherohala Skyway
... motorists hit the highways in droves to spy the region’s scenic vistas crowned with fiery tones. One such ribbon of pavement is the ... (1958) courtesy of Tennessee Department of Tourism FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  History KEYWORD TAGS:  Land ...
5 epic adventures in our great outdoors
... and beauty. >>READ MORE Paddle the Wild & Scenic Chattooga Western North Carolina possesses one of the country’s ... Nantahala Outdoor Center; Wildwater Rafting FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
The Galen Kipar Project wants to take you on a scenic ride
... The Galen Kipar Project wants to take you on a scenic ride Like countless artists in Western North Carolina, ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  ARTS & EVENTS FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  ...
Before the Blue Ridge Parkway paved the way, Mt. Mitchell’s visitors rode storied rail lines and motor routes to the top
... motor routes to the top Today, you can drive a scenic highway almost all the way to the crest of the highest elevation east of ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES FEATURE SUB ...
Locals, especially, can confirm Western North Carolina holds a wealth of riches. From natural wonders and cultural treasures to splurge-worthy experiences, the indulgences afforded in our mountains are, in many ways, priceless.
... in the spring, a cooling waterfall during summer, or a scenic overlook at the peak of fall, there’s a trail that will get you there. ... into relatively little packages. Visit wncmagazine.com/feature/13_best_small_towns_western_north_carolina to learn all about the ...
Set off on the new Blue Ridge Craft Trails to encounter a thriving heritage
... for food, breweries, music, outdoor activities, and scenic views to round out an excursion. Dream Weaver - ... WRITER:  Constance E. Richards FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  ARTS & EVENTS KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
Difficulty: Difficult, Round-Trip: 3.5 miles
... in Pisgah National Forest. The jackpot for hikers is a scenic trifecta of Pisgah’s most famous granite domes.     From the ... by&nbsp; Will Tourtellot, 2008</p> FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
The new Farm Heritage Trail highlights North Buncombe’s scenic working landscape
... The new Farm Heritage Trail highlights North Buncombe’s scenic working landscape Coming into the Sandy Mush valley from ... photographs courtesy of (farm) Terri Wells FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  EAT & DRINK FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  ...
As the nation celebrates Frederick Law Olmsted’s 200th birthday, witness the creation—and evolution—of his visionary Biltmore landscapes
... through the remote depths of a natural forest.” The scenic journey would heighten the anticipation for the revelation to come at ... Law Olmsted National Historic Site; Jon Elliston FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
The Land Trust for the Little Tennessee marks progress by the years
... LTLT’s work may have begun as an effort to conserve scenic vistas and protect water and forest, but with its holistic approach the ... Brown ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
Barber’s Orchard is ripe with bushels of apple offerings
... of apple offerings If you like to take the scenic route, Barber’s Orchard Fruit Stand in Waynesville is easily ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  EAT & DRINK FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  ...
Along the Cherohala Skyway, flying squirrels are reunited
... Robbinsville, it wasn’t a question of why, but how. The scenic highway has been the site for an experiment that brought together ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
25 fall foliage adventures that are big on color and light on crowds
... with a handful of things to do, places to play, and scenic drives to put more “wow” in your wanderings. The approach here is ... of the Biltmore Company; (Winery) by Ben Hermann FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
Elk Knob is a towering, meadow-topped peak more than a mile high and conveniently close to Boone
... US 421 in Boone, and turn left on Meat Camp Road for the scenic, occasionally steep climb to a right turn into the park entrance across ... courtesy of Explore Boone & Sam Dean FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
When wildflowers dot the greening landscape and rushing rivers flow cold from snow melt, take in the beauty of springtime in the mountains with activities for the whole family
... Hit the Road The Blue Ridge Parkway, America’s most scenic two-lane highway, runs 469 miles from Virginia through Western North ... Home) courtesy of the National Park Service FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
... Park. Dappled in yellow leaves, Boone Fork Creek is a scenic crossing along the route. The trail winds through dense laurel and ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
After a century of state parks, Western North Carolina’s are more popular than ever
... area at the other end of the parking lot for an intensely scenic, two-mile round-trip hike through verdant evergreens to Mount Craig, the ... idea of a statewide trail has finally jelled into a walkable route from Clingmans Dome in the Smokies to Jockey’s Ridge on the Outer ... (Jockey’s Ridge) by Karen Creech FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
Hiking to a summit, scanning the night sky for stars, or hunting for wild delicacies are activities best experienced in fall’s crisp temperatures, when crystal clear skies and showy foliage provide a breathtaking backdrop for a day’s chosen adventure
... head west to the Cherohala Skyway. This National Scenic Byway gains 4,500 feet in elevation across 41 miles from Tellico Plains, ... by Austin Schmitz; (brew tour) by Andy Ormond FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
After decades of neglect, WNC’s most iconic river flows toward a promising future
... County. Flowing eastward, the narrow river meanders through scenic valleys and past bucolic farms before its banks swell as it curves north ... & White image) courtesy of the Library of Congress FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
Sometimes, smaller is better.
... 90-foot spectacle that’s easily accessed with a short and scenic hike. For something a little more daring, Green River Adventures offers ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES FEATURE SUB ...
Make your way to the High Country for outdoor winter revelry
... lively hamlet of Blowing Rock is home to an unusual historic feature just a block from Main Street: a hiking trail through a wonderland dotted with waterfalls. For scenic thrills, head to the Glen Burney Trail. The three-mile round-trip route ...
With a vibrant downtown and ever-increasing attractions and amenities, Greenville, South Carolina, beckons visitors from near and far
... revitalization hasn’t just been profitable and scenic—it’s also packed with (mostly free) options for locals and visitors ... poinsett greenville; visitgreenvillesc/table 301 FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
From the Past to the Present
... Aside from publishing two books of his photography, his scenic, sports, and political photos appeared in almost every major magazine of ... ASU, for their contributions to this list. FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  History KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
... we see a Tom Dula historic marker on a roadside bend along scenic N.C. 268 (Tom Dooley Road) in Ferguson. At a farm a mile away, the ... parlor band with other museumgoers. But my favorite hands-on feature is much simpler. The center shares its collection of new Deering banjos ...