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    Have Yourself a Merry Little Hometown Christmas in McDowell County, N.C.

    Across McDowell County, the holiday spirit abounds with traditions and twists on the season including a Peppermint Pop-…

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    Reimagined Destination McDowell Visitor Center Celebrates the County’s Outdoor Spirit

    Destination McDowell, the Tourism Development Authority for McDowell County, N.C., celebrated the completion of its rei…

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    McDowell County is Ready to Welcome You Back This Fall!

    Our mountain communities in McDowell County are ready for your visit this fall!

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    Why McDowell County, N.C., Belongs on Your Fall Travel Must-do List

    "Rediscover the Unforgettable” this fall with scenic drives for spectacular leaf color, mountain biking, birding, disc …

    8 New Miles of Trails Old Fort NC

    USDA Forest Service opens 8 miles of new trails, new parking in Old Fort, NC.

    USDA Forest Service opens 8 miles of new trails, new parking in Old Fort, North CarolinaPartnership overcomes Helene da…

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    Announcement: North Cove Disc Golf Partners with Another Round Disc Golf for $200K Fundraising After Hurricane Helene

    (Official Press Release from our friends at North Cove Leisure Club) North Cove Leisure Club Launches $200,000 Fundrai…

    Interactive Safety Map

    VisitNC Publishes New Travel Advisory Map for Western North Carolina

    Thanks to our partners at VisitNC, a Travel Advisory Map has been published on the VisitNC website. This interactive ma…

    New Branding 2024

    Blue Ridge Traveler is now: Destination McDowell

    Fall’s best-kept secret: McDowell County is a hidden gem for Fall adventureImmerse yourself in McDowell County’s bre…

    Vote For Old Fort

    Old Fort, NC nominated for 14th Annual Top Adventure Town Contest

    Old Fort, North Carolina nominated for 14th Annual Top Adventure Town Contest by Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine!The Mid-…

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    Catawba Falls Trail set to reopen May 31st, 2024

    Two-year construction project improves safety, accessibility on popular trail in Old Fort, N.C.OLD FORT, N.C., May 21, …

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    Blue Ridge Parkway launches Rule the Ridge: #RuleTheRidge

    Blue Ridge Parkway launches Rule the RidgeThe Blue Ridge Parkway's recent motorcycle safety campaign reminds rider…

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    Join the Movement: McDowell Tourism TDA Joins Outdoor NC Alliance

    The Blue Ridge Traveler/McDowell Tourism TDA is a proud partner of the Outdoor NC Alliance and we’re thrilled to share …

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    Introducing G5 Trail Collective Trail Tracker: Catawba Falls!

    We're mixing things up here in McDowell County, NC! Working alongside our amazing community partners like NC Fores…

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    Catawba Falls Reopening May 31, 2024

    Save the date! The US Forest Service Grandfather Ranger District is excited to welcome everyone back to Catawba Falls …

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    10 Miles of New Trail Under Construction in Pisgah National Forest

    ten miles of new trails are under construction in the Pisgah National Forest

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    Mountain Gateway Museum Featured in PBS's "North Carolina Weekend"

    Did you know? Our very own Mountain Gateway Museum in Old Fort, North Carolina has been featured in PBS's "N…

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