McDowell County, NC, is widely celebrated for its breathtaking mountain views, invigorating trails, and the charm of ou…
Discover the culinary wonders of the Blue Ridge Mountains: farm-fresh delights from hundreds of local farms within 200 …
Find mysteries and fun Halloween ideas to explore in McDowell County
Take a hands-on history adventure on one tank of gas. Explore McDowell County's rich history with this one-tank driving…
Explore the Wild Side of McDowell County, where Swiss-inspired architecture meets a backdrop of rugged Blue Ridge Mount…
Explore stunning waterfalls on this day trip itinerary that takes your through and around McDowell County.
A day spent exploring the mountain towns of the Blue Ridge is the perfect recipe for relaxation, refueling, discovery, …
Hot Springs is a destination in the Blue Ridge Mountains where people go to soak in warm, mineral-rich waters. Here are…
Put on those hiking boots, grab some bug spray, and pack a picnic lunch, because we’re heading into Dupont State Recrea…
Just 13 minutes from Old Fort lies Black Mountain, an idyllic small town with a very big art scene. Here's what you can…
Visit the highest mountain peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains (and the east coast)! The renowned Mount Mitchell State Par…
Learn about the mineral history of the region & explore the charming main streets of Spruce Pine.
Explore the colorful gardens and wooded trails of the North Carolina Arboretum to see a snapshot of the diversity of bo…
Did you know that the American study of forestry was born right here in the Blue Ridge Mountains? Visit the site of the…
Find that top-of-the-world feeling at the summit of Chimney Rock, a 535-million-year-old monolith with views of Lake Lu…
Grandfather Mountain — part natural history attraction and part N.C. state park — protects one of the most biodiverse a…
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