North Carolina is a state full of waterfalls, and scenic trails take hikers to many of them. But this waterfall has its power ...

A summer fun-themed roundup of 10Best Readers Choice lists included several options right here in Western NC. Here's where.

The park lists Saturday, May 24, Sunday, May 25 and Monday, May 26 as "Red Diamond Days," when the Great Smoky Mountains ...

Between the state's stunning national parks and spirited cities, North Carolina has something to ... like 120-foot-tall Mingo Falls and multiple hiking trails, including the Mingus Creek Trail ...

Frequent national park visitors are often aware of potential dangers such as wild animals, hot weather, and getting lost on hiking trails. But ahead of the busy summer season, park officials at ...

Two Western North Carolina destinations were ... outdoor concert series and state parks. WNC's wins in the 2025 roundup included an easy, beautiful hiking trail and a scenic railroad.