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... TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  Road Trip KEYWORD TAGS:  Festival Home mountain ...
Discover close encounters with creative characters and starry nights
... and the starriest night skies around. You could make a day trip, but to take it all in, spend several days and plan to go during one of ...
... and myself.” Saluda   Turn a trip to Pearson’s Falls into a mini vacation with a night in the quaint ...
Western North Carolina is a roadtripper’s dream
... seasonally-open backcountry motor tours, to ribbons of road so windy that bikers and auto enthusiasts cross them off bucket lists. To ... officially sanctioned Scenic Byways. We’ve even got a “Road to Nowhere.” And then, there’s the queen of all cruises, the Blue ...
Head east for a historic home tour, delicious sandwiches, and furniture shopping
... Collection was perfect without custom tweaks. Plan your trip around the spring after-market sale, April 26-28, when exclusive samples ...
Meet the folks who grow your food during the Family Farm Tour
... you’ll be “a thousand miles fresher” once you hit the road. Family Farm Tour June 26 & 27 $30 per car, $25 advance (828) ...
Toe River Valley
ISSUE NEW TAX:  June 2012 Toe River Valley...
With autumn color on full display, discover WNC’s most scenic drives, plus insider tips and points of interest along the way
... this drive its name... read more Newfound Gap Road - 33 miles ➼ 1 hour Topping out at 5,046 feet, Newfound Gap is ... Presenting a loop through Pisgah National Forest, this road trip takes in the mighty Linville Gorge and Lake James as well as points of ...
Driving down memory lane along the High Country’s first scenic byway
... the High Country’s first scenic byway Road Trip - Along the Yonahlossee, features like Nose End Rock (postcard inset ...
Local podcasts to queue up now
... Podcasts are a great way to while away the time on a road trip. This summer, keep a little WNC with you when you’re traveling with ...
A history of transportation in the mountains offers a good ride
... and far-away DOT bureaucrats, Ruscin’s historical road trip is filled with colorful stops and local characters that make getting there ...
A new app puts tours of WNC’s beautiful byways at your fingertips
... recommendations. Here’s a sampling to inspire your next road trip: Wineries & Vineyards Distance: 79 miles Duration: ...
The Jon Stickley Trio delivers with an album as eclectic as its roots
... to Point,” a Stickley tune that would be perfect for a road trip soundtrack. Celtic influences are evident on “The High Road,” and surf ...
A new mobile website maps out farm-to-table adventures
... Lunch at a local joint or vino at a winery perk up any road trip, especially when you have a guide to appetizing pit stops in your pocket. ...
Give a gift to the Earth by making your holiday a little greener
... pressure will save you miles per gallon on that long holiday road trip. And make a point to leave early to avoid traffic. Abrupt starts and stops ...
The winding route to Plumtree through far western Avery County on U.S. 19 East is the very definition of a road trip. It’s the kind of byway most people would take only if this out-of-the-way hamlet were the destination itself. But for fans of beer and scenic beauty, a thriving brewery and a cluster of outdoor options are enticing reasons to tour the North Toe River valley’s flower-filled fields.
... Avery County on U.S. 19 East is the very definition of a road trip. It’s the kind of byway most people would take only if this ... Avery County on U.S. 19 East is the very definition of a road trip. It’s the kind of byway most people would take only if this ...
Four classic fall drives for motorists
... parking for motorcycles, makes a great base for such a road trip. To make this drive a 38-mile loop, at the end of 226-A, make a right on ...
New local reads worth taking home for the holidays
... with intoxicating asides on moonshine humor, music, movies, road trips, and more. Here, we asked Pierce to share some perspective on the ... biltmore cashiers chicago Road Trip Thunder Road magazine lightnin moonshine ...
In WNC's central region, follow these routes to explore the Linville Gorge and Lake James, Mount Mitchell, and the region's forestry heritage
... Start at the intersection of NC 181 and Fish Hatchery Road (FSR 1240) north of Morganton. Follow NC 181 north for 17 miles, then turn ... Presenting a loop through Pisgah National Forest, this road trip takes in the mighty Linville Gorge and Lake James as well as points of ...
Five places to go in 2021 with direct flights from Asheville
... for exploring the Maryland Crab & Oyster Trail, a self-drive road trip to restaurants and seafood markets across the state, where cracking, ...
Make a moonshine run to see some of WNC’s historic stills
... own tale of making mountain dew. Take in the entire 180-mile road trip if you’re thirsting to see them all, or sip in just a few. (Either way, ...
Relish apple orchards and vineyards in this enthralling town
... There’s so much to see and do in Hendersonville that one trip just isn’t enough. If you only have a day or two, though, make the most ... TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  Road Trip KEYWORD TAGS:  bakery mountain apple ...
The time’s right to take in this small town’s elevated offerings
... offerings Fall’s a perfect time to hit the road for Banner Elk, a town with fewer than 1,500 residents situated within ... & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  Road Trip KEYWORD TAGS:  Festival Home In Blue ...
Detour off the Blue Ridge Parkway this summer to take in arts, outdoors, and small-town allure
... Ahead The third weekend in July is worth planning a trip around. It’s a chance to take in both the Alleghany County Fiddlers ... Dusty Trails Outfitters 2541 Garvey Bridge Road, Crumpler, NC  (336) 977-8375 http://www.dustytrailsoutfitters.com ...
From the galleries of Asheville to the backroad studios of world-class artisans, amble along the Blue Ridge Craft Trails to discover the creative spirit of the North Carolina mountains
... Trails just announced its completion this spring, offering a road map to more than 300 artist studios—many previously inaccessible to the ... studios of skilled artisans, I set out to create my own road trip. As Buncombe County marks the completion of the trail and Asheville is the ...
A Cashiers home tells the tale of a love affair with primitive art
... people have made my list of possible compatriots for future road trips. There’s the predictable crew: family, best friends. And there’s ... Chicken Craft designer Road Trip Pottery french field friends Furniture ...
25 fall foliage adventures that are big on color and light on crowds
... then turn left on NC 226N. Go three miles to Fork Mountain Road #1338; turn right and go until the road ends. Turn left and follow NC 261N ... great overlooks of Looking Glass Rock and an easy mile round-trip hike to views near Shining Rock Wilderness from the balds of Black Balsam ...
Before the Blue Ridge Parkway paved the way, Mt. Mitchell’s visitors rode storied rail lines and motor routes to the top
... in his 1994 book, Mount Mitchell: Its Railroad and Toll Road. What’s more, he wrote, railroad tycoons and logging companies “wanted ... tourists up and down the mountain, and timber on a one-way trip down. Mt. Mitchell’s lofty views proved a compelling draw. ...
Discover Valle Crucis, the Yadkin Valley, a Blue Ridge Parkway alternative, and the New River along four of the region's northern routes
... River, but just before Banner Elk, turn left on Old Turnpike Road, the last original stretch of a route trod by Tennessee-bound Confederate ... Park through the town of Roan Mountain (with an easy side trip to its famous namesake mountain). From the byway’s end near Boone, US ...
Autumn is upon us, and you can park yourself in the backyard and watch the leaves put on a show.
... glass blowers, and wood turners. Look for the signs on the road designating participants, or pick up a map at Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts ... from hand-knit scarves to original oil paintings. Plan your trip accordingly and you can catch a  class in a traditional Appalachian art ...
Ten near by cities worth a trip this summer
... 2009 Ten near by cities worth a trip this summer Each year, thousands of visitors trek through ... and about six more spent negotiating BMW’s multitude of road courses—including slalom, skid pad, and wet track—will set you back ...
This summer, log some miles and celebrate the Blue Ridge Parkway’s anniversary with 75 must-see stops
... asphalt from Virginia to North Carolina. For 75 years, the road has been key to our relationship with the mountains and valleys, if even ... Head to the Catoctin Trail loop, an easy half-mile round-trip to a balcony overlook. And if the crowds at Humpback Rocks Trail dissuaded ...
The capital of the Southeast is bigger, bolder, and better than ever
... restaurants, and unique pubs and bars. For this trip, I’d booked reservations at W Atlanta Downtown, an upscale hotel just a ... (there are three additional W locations—Midtown, Perimeter Road north of the city, and Buckhead, Atlanta’s high-end suburb). Locals ...
Hop the border to Virginia’s Primland for a luxury experience that reaches for the stars
... starts at one of two gates and follows a long, winding road to the top of a lofty 2,800-foot plateau, which offers grand views over ... own beacon in the sky?            Take a Trip Primland Meadows of Dan, Virginia (866) 960-7746 ...
Head to Charleston this spring to tour grand estates and prize-worthy gardens
... sweeping views of the Ashley River. A short drive up the road, Magnolia Plantation & Gardens offers 390 acres of wild gardens that ... rice fields in the distance. If you have time for a day trip, head to Moncks Corner for two off-the-path escapes. Cypress Gardens ...
Western North Carolina’s worlds of wonder
... could go—but of course, not everyone could afford the trip and the tickets to Disney’s main attractions. Cue a nation of imitators: ... to Munchkinland, where they would follow the Yellow Brick Road and meet the Tin Man, Cowardly Lion, the Scarecrow, and Dorothy herself. ...
... the tunnel that marks the end of Lakeview Drive, aka the Road to Nowhere. From the tunnel, walk roughly two miles along Lakeshore Trail ... still maintained by the National Park Service. Take a side trip to view the orderly rows of hand-chiseled tombstones that have been dulled ...
You are now leaving WNC. Don’t call us traitors for straying from our beloved natural wonderland. Sometimes you just have to play outside the lines. After all, much of what we love here—lofty peaks, wild rivers, picturesque lakes, and awe-inspiring trails—spills over into Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. Summer is the season to grab your gear, whether it be a life jacket, fishing rod, hiking boots, or mountain bike, and head for great escapes just across the border.
... its popularity. So if you prefer smaller crowds, schedule a trip for a weekday. Don’t be in too much of a hurry though. Pause at the ... Wine Tour Just 10 minutes up the road from Table Rock, in nearby Cleveland, South Carolina, Victoria Valley ...
... Difficulty: Strenuous Round-Trip: 12 miles In summer, there’s hardly a busier peak than Mount ... on N.C. 80. Travel 13.7 miles, and turn right at Buck Creek Road. Turn left on the Blue Ridge Parkway and head south for 11 miles, then ...
Frigid temperatures, record snowfall, remarkable beauty— rangers experience it all atop mighty Mount Mitchell
... could keep up with the skiers on the easy route back to the road. To avoid spending the night in the woods in near-zero temperatures, I had ... number one. From N.C. 80, between Marion and Burnsville, the trip is 11 miles of parkway and five miles of N.C. 128 to the summit. When the ...
Run wild in the natural playgrounds of the Nantahala Gorge (and beyond)
... Yurt 8 for a stellar view), you can also sign up for a raft trip on the beginner-level Nantahala River or a waterfall tour in a Jeep with ... Bryson City Detour For years, Lakeview Drive, aka the Road to Nowhere, has created a divide between locals who want the route, which ...
Distance: 14.2 miles round-trip, Difficulty: Strenuous
... 2016 Distance: 14.2 miles round-trip, Difficulty: Strenuous Mount Kephart is the ninth-highest ... gravel path of the Kephart Prong Trail from Newfound Gap Road. The trail begins at the creekside remnants of a Depression-era Civilian ...
Asheville’s Gerber factory was an economic and community cornerstone that fed millions of little ones
... regional factory in south Asheville, just off Hendersonville Road, and construction rapidly began at the 45-acre plant site. “Its payrolls ... distribution center. Many a local student logged a field trip to the factory, where Gerber employees revealed the inner workings of ...
The scoop on WNC’s latest dining destinations
... Pi-Squared Pizza Hendersonville Take a trip to the Motor City without leaving WNC at Pi-Squared Pizza. The ... gumbo and crawfish mac and cheese are ready for the road. Market at 36, the new artisan deli and catering arm of Jaime’s Creole ...
Valle Crucis surfboard maker Bill Pressly catches a wave
... checks the weather and decides if it’s worth it to make a trip to the coast, which takes planning at least a day in advance. Pressly ... because demand slows down in wintertime, Pressly hits the road to surf at all of his favorite spots, reconnecting with a community of ...
A summer getaway in Highlands, and the retro-cool Skyline Lodge
... on, it stood up.” It’s our first bear story of the trip to the restored motor inn that’s within a few miles of downtown ... talk of the Lowcountry connections to this place. The Indigo Road Hospitality Group, founded by Charleston-based restaurateur Steve Palmer, ...
As visitation to the Blue Ridge Parkway reaches a record high, check out some lesser-known, but worthy, stops
... among the most popular, but there’s more than 250 miles of road to explore, with plenty of outlooks scattered throughout WNC. To beat ... Heights - Milepost 305.2 A quick one-mile round trip hike will lead you to Beacon Heights (pictured above), an overlook covered ...
Ride the waves with WNC’s leading female kayakers
... a rep for Patagonia and spends six months of the year on the road. “I still get to travel, but I’m not gone as long. It feels much more ... › To do an all-girls, take-Europe-by-storm paddling trip. Then get all the ladies over to Tibet. Positive Influence: Anna ...
Indoors and out, there’s no shortage of options for family fun in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge
... For a less-trodden way to loop Cades Cove, take Wears Valley Road from Pigeon Forge, then go left on Lyon Springs Road into the park. Or ... during the winter) for a snowy hike or cross-country ski trip. On the way into the park, stop at the Sugarlands Visitor Center , then ...
The Gem Capital of the World holds a sparkle uniquely its own
... this isn’t the topic of conversation I’d expected on my trip to Franklin. Here at the Scottish Tartans Museum, believed to be the only ... new riding companion, whether it’s a hybrid, mountain, or road model, at Smoky Mountain Bicycles [179 Highlands Rd., (828) 369-2881]. ...
WNC’s guide to camping out during nature’s starkest season
... I’ll never forget my first winter camping trip. Not for the cold, but for the embarrassment. My dad dropped me and a ... to the north. Ski or snowshoe up the gated Roan Mountain road and tempting Canadian Zone camp sites are everywhere. Relatively ...
Through a visionary’s lens, a modern Asheville abode strikes unexpected balance between darkness and radiance
... and radiance Tucked down a twisting highland road in North Asheville, Todd and Pam Eveland’s modern dwelling sits nestled ... the exception of two sofas David sourced from Milan during a trip there, the rest of the furniture he found at showrooms in New York, their ...
... out into the surrounding shopping center. Washington Road—which exits off Interstate 20, is home to the National golf course, and ... those in search of bargain golf gear. Midway through our trip, we decide to venture across the Savannah River, over a bridge that ...
Burke County is bursting with options for your next adventure
... you’re ready to go it on your own, try the two-mile round-trip trek to Table Rock. The climb is steep, but the view over the gorge from ... gravel Kistler Memorial Highway (aka Old N.C. 105 or State Road 1238).   Do more EAT Grind Café Coffeehouse ...
In the summertime, warm waters, cool nights, and unfiltered sunshine coalesce in a bucolic, unfettered burst of beauty. And There’s no shortage of ways to enjoy it; work up a sweat or take a cool dip—there’s something for everyone in this sweet season
... respite after the quick and easy hike. If you’d prefer the road (or river) less traveled, head to Gorges State Park and take the ... the water offers a placid cruise via canoe. Embark on a trip for a few hours or, for the adventurous mariner, days. You’ll be ...
After a century of state parks, Western North Carolina’s are more popular than ever
... 1916} Yancey County Mount Mitchell’s summit road takes visitors to a spiraling observation tower that stands nearly 6,700 ... of the parking lot for an intensely scenic, two-mile round-trip hike through verdant evergreens to Mount Craig, the East’s second ...
A mountain man who led the way to our outdoor life
... Cardigan logo-emblazoned pickup truck, “over a red mud road out in no man’s land and almost got stuck,” she wrote. Actually, they ... and son trail duo gaze over Maine on their last backpacking trip together. A Journey with Clyde Randy Johnson refelects ...
The Walnut Schoolhouse in Marshall gathers a community of bakers, new and expert, for hands-on learning in the rustic art of bread baking
... the difference in Johnson’s culinary ethos. But it was a trip to Western Europe in 2009 with his dad to study communal brick ovens that ... Pottery mugs (Laura Keyes is a neighbor just across the road) and sets out a natural chardonnay from Asheville’s Crocodile Wines as ...
Friends and neighbors share the rewards of a sorghum harvest at the Duckett House Inn & Farm
... a tradition that took place a few miles down the road at Randall Lanier’s farm. Today, Lanier, who donated the grinding mill ... rows. Jackie Bolin, a former Hot Springs resident, made a trip from her home in Minnesota for the occasion. “I wouldn’t miss ...
For Page Ives Lemel, running a 100-year-old girls’ camp has always been a family affair
... spot was so close to the railroad line on Cashiers Valley Road that the girls would hop off the train and walk to camp with their little ... first, she focused her studies toward pre-med, but a fateful trip abroad led her to shift gears. As she backpacked from Athens to London ...
Make your way to the High Country for outdoor winter revelry
... approaching 50 miles per hour in sections. If you plan your trip just right or get lucky, you can zoom through a flurry of snowflakes. ... for Native American hunters and later became a logging road. Today the trail is marked and maintained by the town. When you’re ...
From family weekend getaways to the partying antics of rock stars, this Bat Cave inn was built to house good times
... late ’70s and early ’80s. They would come in from the road and spend some time partying where no one could bother them. In the ... part of the winter somewhere warm, she and a friend made the trip. While she was there, she met and fell in love with the estate’s boat ...
On a recently added nonstop flight from our local airport, fly out west this winter to experience the Mile High City’s arts and culture, food and bevs, and snowy, outdoor majesties
... to Denver International Airport (DEN). It’s a 3.5 hour trip to Denver, and a 3 hour flight back to Asheville. Local Transport: ... your vehicle has four-wheel drive, and check the weather and road conditions before departing. Denver At A Glance Population: ...
You can never foresee how the life you choose—or the one that chooses you—can ultimately impact someone in extraordinary ways. Meet seven inspirational locals whose personal journeys are making a big difference in the lives of others.
... Another pivotal step forward came in 2006, during a trip to Bequia. While there, Pickering paid a visit to a local school and ... Kristie Autrey, who has been instrumental in paving that road. Now in its eleventh year, Camp Spring Creek is thriving, with 43 ...
38 local artists you need to hear this summer.
... of Appalachian drawl. But she really sends listeners on a trip with “Let Them Sleep.” It’s a 13th-century Persian romance poem ... but swing, blues, and early jazz. When she’s not on the road with her former college music teacher, Grammy award-winner David Holt, she ...
Gear up and make a dash for West Virginia, where white-water thrills, world-class climbing and mountain biking, and a hip small-town outpost await in the New River Gorge
... you’re driving into town on Highway 19, there’s a green road sign that welcomes you, fittingly, to “Fayetteville: Coolest Small ... Rafting: For big thrills, opt for the eight-mile Lower New trip. In addition to the big white-water hits (some rapids are a mile long!) ...
After decades of neglect, WNC’s most iconic river flows toward a promising future
... the river,” Hunt says. One day soon, he envisions the old road filled with runners, walkers, cyclists, and commuters enjoying the French ... a white-water pioneer, was leading a month-long summer camp trip on the French Broad from Hendersonville to the Tennessee River and the ...
Meet a modern breed of distillers honoring the moonshine traditions of the past, while elevating our region’s growing reputation for craft liquor
... World. This fall, the mom of three boys will make her second trip to China with a delegation of distillers and brewers looking to enter the ... Company is hidden behind a grassy bank on a twisting dirt road in Golden Valley, outside the small community of Bostic. One look at the ...
Uncover treasures, raise your auction paddle, and find home design inspiration with our guide to an eclectic collection of antiques purveyors
... River Rd., Asheville www.atbarn.com When planning a trip to the Antique Tobacco Barn, the granddaddy of the antiques row along Swannanoa River Road, it’s important to block off hours on the schedule. Even the dudes from ...
Make the most of winter’s laid-back pace with our list of guaranteed ways to pamper yourself—mind, body, and spirit
... of the sumptuous pleasures of life on Earth, you deserve a trip to Porter & Prince. You’ll fawn over the silky, fluffy, and stylish ... to Exit 7 at Harmon Den. Turn right on Cold Springs Creek Road and go 6 miles, then turn left on Max Patch Road. Drive 1.5 miles to the ...
An Insider's Guide to Charleston's Lowcountry leisure
... reflects the island’s funky attitude. The end-of-a-one-way-road vibe makes this South Carolina’s answer to Key West—expect barefoot ... place to rent a beach house for the week, or just make a day trip down the moss-draped Edisto Island National Scenic Byway. ...