Grandfather Mountain
Grandfather Mountain
Nov 2023
Find this endangered species hiding in our high-elevation forests this season
Dec 2022
The reimagined and revitalized Southern metropolis of our northern neighbor
Aug 2022
Elk Knob is a towering, meadow-topped peak more than a mile high and conveniently close to Boone
Aug 2022
A partnership between local universities brings Appalachian history online
May 2022
Grandfather Mountain touts newest enhancement to environmental education
Dec 2021
Successful nesting is a mountain rarity for this apex predator
Sep 2020
Discover Valle Crucis, the Yadkin Valley, a Blue Ridge Parkway alternative, and the New River along four of the region's northern routes
Feb 2020
Mark your calendar! From food and drink fêtes to cultural celebrations and musical blowouts...
Apr 2019
A visionary effort to create a statewide trail has been 40 years in the making. With the path now finished in Western North Carolina and a groundswell of support rising in the East, the completion of North Carolina’s most monumental natural treasure is on the horizon.
Apr 2019
Experience the essence of mountain golf with elevation changes that test even the best in the game
Feb 2019
Long-time green thumb, author, and WNC resident Nan K. Chase offers a guide to gardening in the mountains
Dec 2017
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
Jun 2017
Distance: 7.6 miles round-trip; Difficulty: Strenuous
Feb 2017
Celebrate our anniversary with top 10 lists of local albums, books, fishing spots, movies, restaurants, and more
Jun 2016
Test your knowledge of WNC's nationally designated and protected areas under the National Park System.
Apr 2016
After a century of state parks, Western North Carolina’s are more popular than ever