Great news! Pearson's Falls & Glen is coming back. The beloved Polk County preserve closed after Hurricane Helene and its aftermath damaged the falls, the trails, and the road.
Pearson's Falls & Glen is Polk County's top natural…
If you love Western North Carolina and you love sports, we've got good news. We've launched a year-long content partnership with the Asheville Buncombe Regional Sports Commission to help you stay connected to the best sporting events happening…
This unique three-tier waterfall offers a chance to safely get a close-up view in the middle of three cascades. It's only a one-mile roundtrip hike, and a half mile from High Falls and Hooker Falls. For your safety, remember to stay behind the…
Near Hot Springs is the historic fire lookout tower on Rich Mountain (3,643 feet elevation), located in Madison County in the Pisgah National Forest. From the top of the tower, you can enjoy beautiful panoramic mountain views on the NC / TN state…
Lover's Leap is a rock outcropping on the Appalachian Trail in Hot Springs. It offers a spectacular panoramic view of the French Broad River and Pisgah National Forest. Since the famous Appalachian Trail (AT) goes through the tiny town of Hot…
Lake Lure has a sandy beach has gorgeous mountain views, changing rooms, bathrooms, and nearby restaurants and stores. There is a reasonable admission fee for beach use. You'll also find outfitters with boat, kayak, and other rentals and tours.…
Drive to or hike the Appalachian Trail to enjoy the panoramic mountain views from atop the historic lookout tower near Hot Springs.
Stillwild Glamping invites guests to slow down, reconnect with nature, and enjoy a comfortable outdoor escape in Waynesville, North Carolina, just minutes from Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Asheville, and favorite…
Treat an animal lover to an up-close experience with Grandfather Mountain's resident animals. Hosted by experienced keepers, these tours show where animals sleep overnight and reveal what it takes to care for them year-round. Available April…
Experience Asheville’s vibrant creative spirit at The Big Crafty, from noon to 6 PM at Harrah’s Cherokee Center in Downtown Asheville. Named WNC’s favorite art event, it showcases over 180 talented local artists offering ceramics, jewelry, prints…
Local's favorite art & craft show with 180+ hand-selected local artists. Local food & beer too. Inside the Harrah's Cherokee Center in downtown Asheville (87 Haywood St).
(3.2-mile loop, moderate) Hike from downtown Hot Springs via the Appalachian Trail. You will climb to a rock outcropping for beautiful views of the river and town. It's a romantic spot, but don't leap!
Beautiful Jackson County is west of Asheville and includes the towns of Cashiers, Cherokee, Dillsboro, Sylva, Balsam, Cullowhee, Lake Glenville (pic above) and Sapphire. In addition to great small towns to visit, explore the unspoiled Nantahala…
- Winter Wellness Getaways in Jackson County
Picture yourself on a quiet forest path. The mountain air fills your lungs. Your mind clears with every breath. You can find this peace in Jackson County. Winter here means crisp mornings, peaceful trails…
Lake Glenville is a pristine reservoir just 8 miles from Cashiers in Jackson County. Located in a beautiful North Carolina mountain rain forest, the lake has 26 miles of shoreline and is the highest elevation of any lake east of the Mississippi (…
Sylva is a small town with plenty to do and see! Browse Sylva’s main street with independent shops and galleries for unique finds, a variety of restaurants, and four walkable breweries that host weekly events like live music, trivia, and even…
Known for its famous courthouse and small-town charm, Sylva also offers a treat for your taste buds! Whether you’re craving a downhome mountain breakfast, pizza, southern comfort food, take-out, barbecue, or Main Street diner staples, Sylva has a…
Located in beautiful Jackson County, Sylva, NC offers a picturesque, small-town escape with plenty of unique places to stay including rustic cabins, large vacation rentals with back porch mountain views, charming B&B’s, historic inns, and…
Spend an afternoon sampling local beers and exploring some fun Blue Ridge Mountain small towns west of Asheville. Find more than a 100 different brews on tap at six breweries in Sylva, Dillsboro and Cashiers - all in scenic Jackson County.…
The Jackson County Green Energy Park (JCGEP) in Dillsboro is a fascinating arts facility that is powered by methane gas captured from the old town landfill. The fuel provides heat for blacksmith forges, metal foundry, pottery kiln and…