The 10 Best Things to Do in Bedford VA (BRP MP 85.6–90.9)

Bedford Love Sign in Downtown Bedford VA

Founded in 1782 (when it was originally known as Liberty), Bedford VA is one of our favorite small towns in the Shenandoah Valley.  Located about 28 miles east of Roanoke VA, Bedford is a popular place to stop during Blue Ridge Parkway road trips. The 469-mile scenic route passes right by two of the most … Read more

The 10 Best Pet Friendly Cabins in Blue Ridge GA

Pet Friendly Cabins in Blue Ridge GA

​The Blue Ridge Mountains extend south into North Georgia, a region blessed with beautiful landscapes and endless opportunities for outdoor adventure. Blue Ridge GA, the town named for the mountains that surround it, is right in the heart of it all! Whether you prefer North Georgia mountain lakes, hiking to magic waterfalls, enjoying award-winning Georgia wines, … Read more

Visiting the Southern Highland Craft Guild Folk Art Center (Asheville NC)

Visiting the Southern Highland Craft Guild Folk Art Center in Asheville NC

The Southern Highland Craft Guild has been an advocate for high-quality crafts being made and sold in the southern Appalachian Mountains since the 1930s. Their mission is to ensure that generation after generation of locals and visitors alike continue to value both the traditional and modern arts and crafts of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Originally designed … Read more

10 Amazing Animals in the Smoky Mountains (& Where to See Them)

Young Smoky Mountains Bear in Springtime

In our experience, wildlife in the Smoky Mountains is both abundant and diverse, including amphibians, birds, large mammals, and reptiles.   Some of the amazing animals in Great Smoky Mountains National Park can be rather secretive, living deep in the forests or hiding under rocks.   Others will graze or hunt out in the open, … Read more

The 10 Best Great Smoky Mountains Resorts in NC & TN

Sunset on Lake Junaluska NC

Looking for a relaxing weekend getaway in the mountains? There’s no shortage of resorts in the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee and North Carolina. Whether you’re seeking rustic mountain resorts where you can get away from it all, fun-filled resorts with casinos and live music, or serene lakeside retreats, there are tons of options to … Read more

Hiking the Crozet Blue Ridge Tunnel Trail Near Waynesboro VA

Hiking the Crozet Blue Ridge Tunnel Trail Near Waynesboro VA

Do you love exploring caves and caverns? Do you love hiking interesting trails that don’t involve lots of elevation gain? If you answered yes to these questions, the Blue Ridge Tunnel (a.k.a. the Crozet Tunnel) offers a one-of-a-kind experience! With two entrances (one near Waynesboro VA, the other in Crozet VA), the Blue Ridge Tunnel … Read more

How to Plan an Amazing Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trip

Linn-Cove-Viaduct-Blue-Ridge-Parkway-

The Blue Ridge Parkway stretches 469 miles in Virginia and North Carolina, connecting Shenandoah National Park to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Though seasoned travelers might attempt to clock such mileage in a single day, that simply isn’t realistic (or desirable) for the world-renowned scenic route. In all, the Blue Ridge Parkway requires about 15 … Read more

The 10 Best Hotels in Bristol TN/VA (With Pet-Friendly Options!)

Hotels in Bristol TN VA

Much like Lookout Mountain (which straddles the border between GA and TN), Bristol is a town in two states. The north side of its main street lies in the state of Virginia, while the south side is in Tennessee. Bristol is probably best-known as the birthplace of country music. But it’s also home to the Bristol Motor … Read more

Hiking the Glen Burney Falls Trail in Blowing Rock NC

Glen Burney Falls in Blowing Rock NC by Waterfalls Hiker

Stopping off in the North Carolina mountain town of Blowing Rock proved a perfect end to our weekend getaway at Julian Price Memorial Park.   Before checking out some of the local breweries and restaurants, we wanted to earn our treat by hiking to Glen Burney Falls.   We were pleasantly surprised to realize the trailhead was located … Read more