How to Reach Schoolhouse Falls in Panthertown Valley
Schoolhouse Falls is a beautiful 18-foot waterfall in Panthertown Valley, a wonderful spot in Western NC’s Jackson County. Our guide details how you can see it!
Outdoors and Parks
Remembering The Lake Lure Flowering Bridge (and Why We Love It!)
This article is a temporary memorial to Lake Lure Flowering Bridge while it rebuilds and recovers from Hurricane Helene. We encourage you to support them and their neighbors throughout Western NC that were affected by the storm. The Lake Lure Flowering Bridge is a one-of-a-kind North Carolina attraction that belongs on everyone’s bucket list. Located … Read More
How to See Tom’s Creek Falls in Marion (and Why We Love It!)
Tom’s Creek Falls is a beautiful 80-foot waterfall in Western North Carolina, about 40 minutes from Asheville. The trailhead to Tom’s Creek Falls is about 7 miles from downtown Marion in McDowell County. If you can, please make time for Marion, as this is one of our favorite mountain towns. Read More: Waterfalls near Asheville … Read More
How to See High Shoals Falls in Person (+ 5 Important Trail Tips!)
High Shoals Falls in South Mountains State Park (near Morganton) is one of the best waterfalls near Asheville. It’s 1 mile into a strenuous 2.7-mile loop trail.
NC Blue Ridge Parkway Hikes (30 of the Best Trails!)
More than 100 Blue Ridge Parkway hikes in North Carolina’s 252 mile stretch of that scenic road. Here are 30 of the best and most rewarding trails.
Max Patch Trail (A Short Hike to Beautiful 360-Degree Views!)
The Max Patch Trail in Western North Carolina (near Asheville) leads to a beloved 4,600-foot bald mountain along the famed Appalachian Trail. With a summit that’s just under a mile from the trailhead, this trail is relatively easy for nearly all levels of hikers. Max Patch Mountain has beautiful 360-degree views of the surrounding mountains … Read More
How to Reach Wintergreen Falls in DuPont State Forest
Wintergreen Falls Trail is an easy, kid-friendly waterfall hike (dog-friendly!) inside DuPont State Recreational Forest in Western North Carolina. After visiting this beautiful 20-foot waterfall at the end of this hike, we came away appreciating this quieter side of DuPont State Forest. We created this guide to help you reach it, too. Keep reading and … Read More
How to See Elk River Falls (Trail and Safety Tips)
Elk River Falls is Currently Closed Due to Hurricane Helene Damage. We await its reopening. Please do not attempt to visit at this time.
25+ Beautiful Waterfalls near Boone (within 2 Hours)
Some of North Carolina’s most gorgeous waterfalls sit near the towns of Boone, Blowing Rock, and Banner Elk in the High Country.
How to See Waterfalls Park in Newland (near Banner Elk)
Waterfalls Park in the Avery County, North Carolina town of Newland is an amazing roadside waterfall near Banner Elk. Our guide shares how to see it!