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Appalachian Trail

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Appalachian Trail NC’s  88-mile section of the App Trail is among the most scenic, running along the spine of the Blue Ridge. Perfect.

NC Mountains Breath-taking beauty, history, heritage, crafts,  music and outdoor activities beckon you at every bend in the road.

High Country & the Northern Mountains From ski resorts to wineries, the High Country is a rich mix of outdoor fun and great attractions.

Asheville & the Central Mountains Roaring waterfalls and quiet lush forests. Urbane and artsy Asheville. This place will draw you in.

Southern Mountains Come to an outdoor paradise in the Smokies and the home of the Cherokee Indians. Oh, there's black bears too!

Blue Ridge We bet you’ll do more stopping and "oohing" and "aahing" than driving on “America’s Favorite Drive”.

Smoky Mountains The most visited of the National Parks and one of the most diverse ecosystems on Earth. We're waiting for you.

Small Mountain Towns Make your way through the NC mountains one small town at a time. Come explore, enjoy.

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Art in Clay: Masterworks of North Carolina Earthenware
Mar 8, 2013 - Sep 1, 2013

Raleigh, NC - This landmark exhibit showcases nearly 200 objects made by Piedmont potters in the 18th and…

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River House Winefest
Jul 20, 2013

Grassy Creek, NC - Annual River House Winefest includes a River House Winefest wine glass, tastings from all the wineries, lots of music, and, of course,…


places of interest

Max Patch Mountain

At an elevation of 4,629 feet, Max Patch boasts a 360-degree view of…

Historic Hot Springs

Located at the junction of the Appalachian Trail and the French Broad…

Nantahala National Forest

The Nantahala National Forest encompasses more than a half-million…

Appalachian Trail

Approximately 300 miles of this Maine-to-Georgia primitive hiking trail…

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

With 276,000 acres in North Carolina and 244,000 acres in Tennessee,…

useful info & tips

NC Travel Info Line
NC Wineries Map Download
State Park Reservations
North Carolina State Parks – "Naturally Wonderful"

what to do

The Appalachian Trail In NC

America’s ultimate hike begins in Georgia and ends in Maine but…

Hot Springs

For more than two hundred years, people have been drawn to Madison…

The Blue Ridge Parkway By The Numbers

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Camping In NC’s Mountains

Rugged individuals who prefer primitive accommodations, those who like…

A Smoky Mountains Getaway

We had scarcely been in Great Smoky Mountains National Park for an…

Southern Mountains: An Outdoor Paradise

It’s rather like the 500 pound black bear at the dinner table;…

offers & sweeps

Holiday Inn Wilmington
Ghost Tour Package
May 7, 2013 - Jun 30, 2013

Staybridge Suites Hotel
Riverboat Cruise Package
May 7, 2013 - Jun 30, 2013

An Appalachian Su…
An Appalachian Summ…
Jun 3, 2013 - Aug 1, 2013

Hampton Inn & Sui…
Coastal Wine and Di…
May 7, 2013 - Jun 30, 2013