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Hendersonville, NC: A Vibrant Mountain Town Offering Something For Everyone

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Mountain Town, Mountains, Scenic Drive, Tourism

Located in a beautiful and easily accessible region of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and cradled atop a scenic mountain plateau sitting at 2,200 feet in elevation, Hendersonville, NC has become a place where people love to visit, parents want to raise their children, and retired folks want to enjoy their non-working days. Much of what … Read More “Hendersonville, NC: A Vibrant Mountain Town Offering Something For Everyone” »

Hickory Nut Gorge: Home To One Of North Carolina’s Most Beautiful Parks & Two Charming Towns

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Chimney Rock Village, Lake Lure, Mountain Town, Mountains, Vacation Rentals, Waterfalls

Hickory Nut Gorge, Chimney Rock The Hickory Nut Gorge is a 20,000 acre, 14-mile long canyon that cuts a steep pass through the Blue Ridge escarpment. It is abundant in undisturbed forests, waterfalls, and granite cliffs…and is located just a short drive from Asheville, Black Mountain and Hendersonville. This easily accessible outdoor mecca is steeped … Read More “Hickory Nut Gorge: Home To One Of North Carolina’s Most Beautiful Parks & Two Charming Towns” »

Exploring Blue Ridge Mountain Communities

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Mountain Cabins, Mountain Town, Mountains, Outdoor, Tourism

Exploring Blue Ridge Mountain Communities Blue Ridge Mountain communities have a special charm unlike any other. From panoramic vistas with breathtaking views and outdoor adventures in some of this Nation’s most beautiful parks and forests, to cruising the Blue Ridge Parkway, “America’s Favorite Drive”. It’s not hard to imagine why so many people retreat into … Read More “Exploring Blue Ridge Mountain Communities” »

WINTER HIKING: Possibly The Best Time Of The Year To Hike, with Hanna O’Brien of Saluda Outfitters & The Gorge Zipline

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Adventure, Hiking, Mountains, Nature, Outdoor, Outdoor Apparel, Winter Hiking

Don’t ditch your hiking gear just yet! Winter is actually one of the best times to hike in our southern mountains. What makes winter such a great time to hike? For one, without the leaves on the trees, winter landscapes open up and long-range views are breathtaking. The crowds are almost nonexistent, and cooler temperatures … Read More “WINTER HIKING: Possibly The Best Time Of The Year To Hike, with Hanna O’Brien of Saluda Outfitters & The Gorge Zipline” »