Western North Carolina is filled with hundreds of thousands of acres of protected mountains and forests in the form of national forests and state parks. With that much-protected habitat, you are sure to see an incredible amount of wildlife. From rare bird sightings to Elk in the Cataloochee Valley, and of course, Black Bears roaming…
Western North Carolina is home for many rare, beautiful birds, making it the perfect place to enjoy birdwatching! Take a hike and your field guide, bring a picnic, take some pictures by a waterfall, and enjoy the great outdoors. Watch long enough and you can see the personality of these winged creatures. Bright colors and…
Experience the beauty of Dry Falls in North Carolina. Just outside of Cashiers and Highlands, cradled by the terrain of the Nantahala National Forest, Dry Falls, also known as Upper Cullasaja Falls, is one of the crown jewels in the “lands of waterfalls” that is North Carolina. Just at 75 feet tall, the cliff face…
Nestled in the Nantahala National Forest, Highlands, NC is the perfect town for a day trip or weekend getaway. With an elevation of just over 4100 feet, Highlands, NC is defined by breathtaking views and clean mountain air. Whether you’re looking to unwind, spend some time in nature, or have some retail therapy, we’ve rounded…
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