The 25 Best Blue Ridge Parkway Waterfalls in North Carolina
The 25 Best Blue Ridge Parkway Waterfalls in North Carolina, from Boone and Burnsville to Asheville, Cherokee and beyond!
Visiting the Chetola Resort, Lodge & Spa in Blowing Rock NC
After driving the Blue Ridge Parkway stretch between Downtown Asheville and Boone NC 4 to 5 times in the last two years, it’s become clear that the North Carolina High Country is one of the our favorite places in the world. From Craggy Gardens and Mount Mitchell to Linville Falls, Linville Gorge, and Grandfather Mountain, this … Read more
The 15 Coolest Covered Bridges in Georgia
The state of Georgia is home to some of the most picturesque covered bridges in the South. But what often makes these bridges even cooler is the rich history behind Georgia’s covered bridges. Each one has its own unique story, with certain Georgia bridges dating back to the 1800s. Although Georgia used to have over … Read more
Hungry Mother State Park Cabins, Camping & Hiking Trails
Hungry Mother State Park is one of the six original Virginia State Parks in the Blue Ridge Mountains. It includes over 3,300 acres of wilderness, as well as a 108-acre mountain lake. The park’s unusual name comes from the legend of a pioneer woman, Molly Marley, and her child. After being captured by Native Americans, … Read more
The 10 Best Restaurants in Banner Elk NC for Foodies
Located 16 miles west of Boone and 18 miles from Blowing Rock, Banner Elk ranks high among the most beloved small towns in North Carolina‘s High Country. It offers close proximity to major tourist attractions ranging from Grandfather Mountain State Park and the Linville Gorge Wilderness Area to Beech Mountain, Sugar Mountain, and some of … Read more
3 Great Places for Ziplining in Boone NC (and Other Aerial Adventures)
The Blue Ridge Mountains are known to blow visitors away with its jaw-dropping panoramas. Nature abounds in the region, with countless hiking trails, thunderous waterfalls, mountain streams, vibrant wildflowers and wildlife. And there’s an inherent peacefulness that comes with these pastoral landscapes. A road trip along the Blue Ridge Parkway is one of the best ways to take … Read more
The 20 Best Treehouse Rentals in the North Carolina Mountains
[Updated Feb 22, 2022] Home to the five tallest peaks east of the Mississippi, countless waterfalls, adventurous hiking trails, and bustling Blue Ridge mountain towns can be accessed from one of the many nature-based treehouse rentals in the North Carolina Mountains. After a full day of exploring the great outdoors, you’ll obviously need a place … Read more
52 Best Georgia Hiking Trails for the 52 Hikes Challenge
If you’re ready to improve your physical and mental well-being, explore new landscapes, and reconnect with yourself and nature, check out our list of the best Georgia Hiking Trails for the 52 Hike Challenge. This global challenge encourages people to get outside and get active by completing 52 hikes in a year, which is one for every … Read more
The Best Hiking in Asheville NC Bucket List (Top 25 Hiking Trails)
[Updated 2/16/22] Between the vast Pisgah National Forest, rolling Blue Ridge Mountains, wondrous waterfalls, and countless meandering creeks and verdant meadows, there’s no shortage of natural beauty in Western North Carolina. The area is also home to some of the most charming Blue Ridge mountain towns, from quaint towns such as Banner Elk and Burnsville to larger towns … Read more
The 15 Best Things to Do in Lexington VA & Natural Bridge VA
Located in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, about halfway between Roanoke and Waynesboro, Lexington VA is a small college town with a rich history dating back to the American Revolution. Lexington is part of Rockbridge County, which is home to the Natural Bridge (once owned by Thomas Jefferson), Washington & Lee University (one of the oldest colleges … Read more