◈ Days on the Road ◈
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Day 196: Scenes from the Jungle Book
This Scenic ByWay was completed in 1997 and cost 100 million dollars. It has epic views of endless mountain ranges, plenty of places to pull off and appreciate them and plenty of places to go hiking or picnic. Think you know where it is?
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Day 195: Wallace, William and Wayah
A walk through gorgeous fall colors, a drive to spectacular 360 degree views, delicious snacks, a walk along the river and Christmas lights. What an incredible day!
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Day 194: We Went Snow Tubing!
Our motto is “Say yes” if an opportunity presents itself. Today, it led us to a beautiful autumn hike and our first experience of snow tubing together.
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Day 157: We Hiked The Blue Wall
Looking 1,400 feet up the Southern Blue Ridge Escarpment at views of Hogback Mountain and surrounding peaks, you can see how the preserve earned its name.
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Day 156: Amazing Views And Solitude
We like to find great hikes that aren’t too popular. The hike we did today is one of our favorites. Then we went to a great little spot on the river to soak our feet in the cool, clear mountain fresh water.
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Day 155: We Found ELK In The Valley!
Today we’re visiting the Cataloochee Valley Elk Viewing Area in the Great Smoky Mountains, NC. The valley was given its name by its original inhabitants, the Cherokee, meaning “standing tall,” likely a reference to the many ridges that surround this remote place (the drive in takes 40 min on a winding, dirt road).
▣ Travel Guides ▣
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Where to Find Wild Ponies in the Eastern US
The wild Mustangs of the western states might the best known wild horses in the United States, but there are quite a few opportunities to see these beloved animals on the East Coast
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Sparta, NC Travel Guide
We love the mountain town of Sparta, NC. It’s quite small, with a very local, not at all touristy feel. The area around it is a beautiful mix of rolling, rural farmland and Blue Ridge Mountains.
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Food Tour: Mountain Towns of North Carolina
Gas up the car, grab your keys and get driving to the mountain towns of Western North Carolina for a unique food tour experience. We’ve selected the coolest towns with a unique selection of food to try.
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Cashiers, NC Travel Guide
Nestled the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Cashiers, NC offers a unique blend of charm and natural beauty.
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Blowing Rock, NC Travel Guide
Blowing Rock, NC is a cozy mountain town in Western North Carolina. It’s full of fun shops and good eats, and surrounded by scenic drives, great hiking trails and spectacular views. Read on to find out some of our favorite things to do there.
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Asheville, NC Travel Guide
Asheville, NC is an eclectic mountain town full of creativity, culture, history and great food. It’s surrounded by beautiful mountains where you can find amazing views and great hikes in one of the most biodiverse regions in the world.
◉ State & National Parks + Forests ◉
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North Carolina State & National Parks + Forests
Discover the natural wonders of North Carolina’s parks! From the serene coastal beauty of Carolina Beach State Park to the majestic peaks of Grandfather Mountain State Park, our state is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.
Explore Even More
With 1000s of National & State Parks and Forests it can be overwhelming to find those cool places to explore. So, we’ve done the hard work for you and listed all parks in the US with descriptions of what makes them great. Want a downloadable list? We got that too with our National Park Checklist and State/National Forests Checklist. What are you waiting for, start exploring today!
