Must-See Mileposts on the Blue Ridge ParkwayThere are many reasons the Blue Ridge Parkway is called “America’s Favorite Drive,” and those include stops at must-see mileposts here.Read more »
Nature’s Pool Party: North Carolina Swimming HolesTaking a splash in one of our state’s many, natural swimming holes, from the mountains to the coast, is guaranteed to make you feel like a kid again.Read more »
From Brevard to the Outer Banks: Choose Your AdventuresPlanning a trip to North Carolina’s outdoor adventures is easy, whether you’re visiting Brevard in the Blue Ridge Mountains or on the Outer Banks of the coast.Read more »
Waterfalls in DuPont State Recreational ForestThis 10,000-acre park, minutes away from Brevard and Hendersonville, hosts some of our most beautiful and easily accessible waterfalls.Read more »
Turn Back Time in SaludaTime seems to stand still in the pleasant town of Saluda, where Victorian homes line quiet streets and old-time businesses still serve visitors.Read more »
Waterfalls Are a Must-See in Winter TooIf you’ve only seen our waterfalls in warm weather, visit again on a chilly winter day and experience a real-life “winter wonderland.”Read more »
Transylvania County, Land of WaterfallsThis area in the Great Smoky Mountains is home to 250 waterfalls, including the highest in the East and some that starred in Hollywood movies.Read more »
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, America’s FavoriteThese rugged mountains are home to nearly 1,000 miles of hiking trails, countless animal species, scenic tours, historic sites and waterfalls.Read more »
Day Trips from AshevilleUse ever-popular Asheville as your starting point and explore towns, parks and peaks that offer fun for the whole family.Read more »
15 Fun Family DestinationsEven when they’re 50, your kids will remember visiting these great places, from a swinging bridge in the mountains to a former battleship on the coast.Read more »
Tips to Stay Safe Hiking, Camping and Visiting WaterfallsNorth Carolina’s mountains, waterfalls, and state and national parks are playgrounds for hikers and campers. Be safe while enjoying these adventures.Read more »
Hanging Rock State Park, a Nature Respite Here you’ll find great rock climbing, picnic areas, family-friendly campsites, hiking trails that lead you past waterfalls and more.Read more »
Climb the Ice of North Carolina’s MountainsIf you’re the adventurous type, but ice climbing isn’t on your radar, it should be. And expert climbers are ready to guide you.Read more »
8 Fun Activities to Get Your Kids OutdoorsBreak your kids away from the TV and visit one of North Carolina’s state and national parks, where they’ll be surprised to find thrills of a lifetime.Read more »
Escape to a Long Weekend in the North Carolina MountainsDiscover the mountain town of Hendersonville, known for its beautiful scenery, adventurous outings, acclaimed breweries and cideries, and charming B&Bs.Get planning »
Road to Nowhere and Waterfalls in the Great Smoky MountainsThe Road to Nowhere ends at a tunnel inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park. If you want to venture farther, you have to do it by foot.Get planning »
Romance, Adventure and Charm in the Land of WaterfallsRekindle your romance during a three-day weekend in Brevard, an itinerary filled with dining, arts, picnics, spas, river fun and visits to waterfalls.Get planning »
A Girls’ Getaway to the North Carolina High CountryGather your best girlfriends for a trip that will leave you all rejuvenated, thanks to the epic scenery and activities in the mountains.Get planning »
Follow Cues from Max Movie to Sniff Out AdventureVisit several of the locations where Max was filmed, and you’ll experience some of North Carolina’s most beautiful natural attractions.Get planning »
Forest Heritage National Scenic BywayThis two-hour drive in the Great Smoky Mountains is a great way to see waterfalls, rhododendron blooms and lush, beautiful forests.Get planning »
Plan a Romantic Trip to the North Carolina MountainsJourney to the Great Smoky Mountains region of our state, falling in love with Bryson City and Cherokee, from the waterfalls to acclaimed hotels.Get planning »
Go Behind the Scenes of The Hunger GamesThe road to Panem starts in North Carolina, where the first movie based on the bestselling book trilogy was filmed.Get planning »
Watch Nature Come Alive When Biking in the MountainsSeeing the season take shape in the mountains is breathtaking, and the speed at which you ride helps you take it all in.Get planning »
Sliding Rock in the Pisgah National ForestSlip down Sliding Rock, a 60-foot natural water slide with a cool pool at the bottom, in the Land of Waterfalls.
Land of Waterfalls: Brevard/Transylvania CountyTake a whirlwind tour of the outdoor adventure, craft beer and local art of the Land of Waterfalls, set to the music of the Crooked Pine Band.
Chimney Rock State ParkStand atop 315-foot Chimney Rock and see 75-mile views of Hickory Nut Gorge, Lake Lure and central North Carolina.
North Carolina – Deeper JourneyFrom above the clouds to below the surface, take a journey through the many layers of North Carolina beauty.
The Hunger Games Film SitesVisit the sites in Hildebran, Shelby and Brevard that stood in for District 12, the Hob and the Arena when The Hunger Games filmed here in 2011.
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