The 10 Best Cabins for Rent in Gatlinburg TN (1-4+ Bedrooms)

Cabins for Rent in Gatlinburg Tennessee

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the most visited parks in the USA. It straddles the boundary of North Carolina and Tennessee, with the park headquarters located in Gatlinburg TN. The natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains is certainly enough of a draw on its own to bring visitors to the Tennessee … Read more

Visiting the Blue Ridge Blues & BBQ Festival in Blue Ridge GA

Blue Ridge GA BBG Blues Festival

The town of Blue Ridge GA has long been one of the biggest draws to the Blue Ridge Mountains of Georgia. So when this little town is throwing a party, it’s best to take notice. Sponsored by the Blue Ridge Lodging Association, the Blue Ridge Blues & BBQ Festival has been entertaining and feeding people … Read more

The Top 10 Fall Festivals in the Virginia Mountains (2024)

Virginia Fall Festivals - Crowds Explore the Arts and Crafts Booths

Without a doubt, Fall in the Blue Ridge Mountains is my favorite season. The colors start to change, the heat starts to subside, and the farm markets, apple orchards, and pumpkin patches are putting out awesome produce. Simply put, it’s the right time to be out and about, enjoying the natural beauty of this region we … Read more

How to Get to Crabtree Falls VA (Near Lexington/Natural Bridge)

Crabtree Falls in Virginia Blue Ridge Mountains

It’s insane to realize that there are two different Crabtree Falls that are commonly associated with the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway, but that is the world we’re living in. These two popular waterfalls get confused all the time– so much so that the Crabtree Falls page on Virginia.org (the state’s official tourism website) actually links to the … Read more

The 10 Best Things to Do in Galax VA (Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 215)

Downtown Galax VA Shopping

Located about 7 miles north of the Blue Ridge Parkway, Galax VA is the epitome of the ideal small mountain town in Southwest Virginia. Some of our favorite places to visit in Galax include a historic downtown area, beautiful natural surroundings, and outstanding live music venues. The modern history of Galax VA is largely steeped … Read more

The 10 Best Things to Do in West Jefferson NC

West Jefferson NC

Located less than 18 miles from the Virginia border, the town of West Jefferson is a jewel in the crown of North Carolina’s best small mountain towns. Downtown West Jefferson has a picturesque, pedestrian-friendly Main Street, with classic components like antique shops and vintage theaters. But the town also offers quirky surprises, including an escape … Read more

The 10 Best Waterfalls on/near the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia

Waterfalls in Virginia- Upper Crabtree Falls

There are over 200 miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway  in Virginia. That stretch is riddled with marvelous Blue Ridge Mountain views that leave little doubt why the BRP is the most popular of all US National Parks. Virginia’s BRP highlights include the Peaks of Otter, Mabry Mill, Groundhog Meadow, and Mill Mountain. There are … Read more