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Toe River Arts: One Truly Amazing North Carolina Arts Supporter

From its beginning in the 1970s, Toe River Arts (TRA) has supported artists and communities within its reach in Western North Carolina. The two-county arts council (Yancey and Mitchell) goes beyond helping its artist members, providing programs, events, and much more to schools and folks of all ages. While you may think that such a … Read More

75+ Fun Day Trips from Asheville (Within a 2-Hour Drive)

These options for day trips from Asheville include our favorite things to do throughout Western North Carolina (hiking, waterfalls, small towns).

Western North Carolina (and 100+ Wonderful Places to Visit)

Western North Carolina is known for the beautiful mountains and High Country, the immaculate Blue Ridge Parkway, gorgeous waterfalls near Asheville, and more!

Grassy Creek Falls in Little Switzerland: A Short Walk to A Most Beautiful Waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls in Little Switzerland is an incredible 25-foot multi-level cascade waterfall that sits on private property but remains open to the public. It’s a short walk from the parking lot and even your room at Switzerland Inn if you’re fortunate enough to be staying there. And while this hike near Spruce Pine is … Read More