10+ Great Things to Do at Grandfather Mountain (and Nearby!)
You’ll always find the Mile High Swinging Bridge and more things to do at Grandfather Mountain (near Banner Elk) at the top of our NC Bucket List.
Outdoors
Hiking the Epic Waterrock Knob Trail (Complete Guide!)
Our guide details everything you need to know about Waterrock Knob, including hiking info, why you shouldn’t visit the plane crash site, and more.
How to Reach Courthouse Falls in Transylvania County
This waterfall travel guide will take you to Courthouse Falls in Western NC, with driving directions, parking info, hike details, and nearby places to visit!
Driving the Forest Heritage Scenic Byway in Western NC (+ 15 Great Stops)
The 65-mile Forest Heritage Scenic Byway is one of the most beautiful scenic roads in Western North Carolina. Here are 13 highlights you’ll find along the way!
How to Reach Dill Falls in Jackson County
This NC waterfall guide will take you to Dill Falls in Jackson County, with driving directions, parking info, and hike details from start to finish included.
The Wonderful NC Waterfall Byway (and 17 Awesome Stops!)
The Waterfall Byway Scenic Drive refers to a 98-mile stretch of US-64 near Brevard in Western NC. Our guide shares 15 wonderful stops to check out.
How to Reach Beautiful Dry Falls in Highlands, NC
Dry Falls near Highlands is a spectacular 75-foot roadside waterfall that you can walk behind. Our guide will share everything you need to know about it.
Pearson’s Falls and Glen (How to See this Lovely 90-Foot Waterfall!)
Pearson’s Falls and Glen is a 275-acre botanical preserve near Saluda NC that hosts a beautiful forest, spring-fed streams, and a gorgeous 90-foot waterfall.
Upper Whitewater Falls (How to See NC’s Highest Waterfall)
Follow this travel guide if you want to visit and learn about Upper Whitewater Falls NC. At 411 feet, this is the highest waterfall east of the Rockies.
The Mount Mitchell State Park Restaurant (When to Visit and What to Eat!)
The locally owned Mount Mitchell State Park restaurant reopened in 2024 and is ready to serve visitors from May to October.