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- The 15 Best Things to Do in Elkin NC & the Yadkin Valley. December 21, 2023 June 26, 2023 by Jonathon Engels. Pin 192. 192 Shares. [Updated 6/26/2023] Just east of the Blue Ridge Mountains, rocky ridges smooth out into the rolling hills and lively mountain streams known as the North Carolina Piedmont.
- The 20 Best Things to Do in Waynesville NC & Haywood County. February 14, 2024 June 7, 2023 by Bret and Mary. Pin 81. 81 Shares. [Updated June 7, 2023] When my wife and I explore the Blue Ridge Mountains, it’s typically with two main goals in mind.
- The 15 Best Things to Do in Maggie Valley NC. February 14, 2024 May 22, 2023 by Bret and Mary. Pin 62. 62 Shares. [Updated May 22, 2023] Located about halfway between Bryson City and Asheville, Maggie Valley NC is a small mountain town with something of a split personality.
- 15 Best Things to Do in Little Switzerland NC (BRP MP 334) February 14, 2024 May 8, 2023 by Bret and Mary. Pin 951. 951 Shares. [Updated January 8, 2024] One of the things people don’t tell you about taking a Blue Ridge Parkway road trip is how remarkably uncommercialized this 469-mile slice of Appalachian Americana is.
May 3, 2024 · The Cowee Mountain Overlook is the best place on the Blue Ridge Parkway to watch stunning sunsets over the mountains. No. 23. Cowee Mountain Overlook at Milepost 430.7. The Cowee Mountain Overlook is my favorite Blue Ridge Parkway overlook. The extended parking lot offers endless opportunities for panoramic views of the mountains.
Apr 24, 2024 · The weather in the Blue Ridge Mountains is generally mild, having four distinct seasons. The average temperature in the mountains ranges from 35F degrees in the winter to 75F degrees in the summer. The mountains receive an average of 40 inches of rain per year, with the most rain falling in the spring and summer.
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3 days ago · Places to Stay on the North Carolina Travel Map (Hotels, Inns, Massage, Wellness, etc.) Acony Bell Tiny Home Community. AQUA Spa ( Duck) Atlantis Lodge (Atlantic Beach) Bear Den Mountain Resort and Family Campground ( Spruce Pine) Bear Lake Reserve. Bed & Breakfast at Mallard Bay. Blackbeard’s Family Campground.
May 1, 2024 · The City Route will take about 13 hours and 40 minutes of driving across 770 miles, with stops in major American cities. This route is the shortest and most direct option, but you can still see a lot of attractions such as historical sites and museums. The Blue Ridge Parkway Route takes about 15 hours across 790 miles.
5 days ago · Stone Mountain State Park. 90 miles | 1 hour 30 minutes. Of all the day trips from Greensboro, Stone Mountain State Park is probably our favorite. Shared by both Wilkes and Alleghany counties, Stone Mountain State Park is known for more than a few fun things to see. Hiking around the Stone Mountain Loop Trail is the most popular.
Apr 22, 2024 · Trailhead Restaurant and Bar (207 W State St): This is the go-to restaurant for Black Mountain locals. After a day of exploring, choose from a menu that names its dishes after local hikes and waterfalls. Phil’s Bar-B-Que Pit (701 NC-9): Phil’s is the premier BBQ place in Black Mountain.
