Category: Chimney Rock Village

Hickory Nut Gorge State Trail: A Magnificent Jewel in Western North Carolina, with Peter Barr

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Adventure, Chimney Rock Village, Conservation, Hiking, Lake Lure, Mountain Biking, Rock Climbing

The Hickory Nut Gorge is a magnificent jewel in the mountains of Western North Carolina. This 14-mile-long canyon cuts a picturesque pass exposing spectacular sheer granite cliffs, and contains an abundance of undisturbed forests. In this episode, I sit down with Peter Barr who led the development of more than 20 miles of new sustainable … Read More “Hickory Nut Gorge State Trail: A Magnificent Jewel in Western North Carolina, with Peter Barr” »

Conserving Carolina: Protecting Wonderful Places For Nature And People

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Chimney Rock Village, Conservation

In this episode, I sit down with Kieran Roe, Executive Director of Conserving Carolina and we talk about how this organization works to protect & restore natural resources, as well as inspire others to love and care for our natural world. We talk about some of the areas that make up the 46,000 acres Conserving … Read More “Conserving Carolina: Protecting Wonderful Places For Nature And People” »

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” »