Category: Mountains

The mountains are calling and I must go. Only if you have been in the deepest valley, can you ever know how magnificent it is to be on the highest mountain.

Tryon, NC – “The Friendliest Town In The South.” Find Out Why.

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Mountain Town, Mountains, Small Business, Tourism

You know that feeling you get when you’re traveling to the mountains for vacation or a weekend excursion, and you get your first glimpse of the peaks and ridges…The awe of the beauty of the mountains, the building anticipation as you look forward to slowing down, unplugging & taking it easy. Well, you’re in good … Read More “Tryon, NC – “The Friendliest Town In The South.” Find Out Why.” »

Something In The Saluda Air Fills The Heart And Soul

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Family, Fly Fishing, Hiking, Inns, Kayaking, Mountain Cabins, Mountain Town, Mountains, Nature, Scenic Drive, Small Business, Tourism, Waterfalls

Saluda, North Carolina, a tiny town of a little over 500 fulltime residents, is a mountain oasis with a Historic Downtown surrounded by rugged and accessible wilderness. The 18,000 acres of the Green River Game Lands and the Greenville Watershed have served as natural buffers, helping to preserve and protect the authentic character of this … Read More “Something In The Saluda Air Fills The Heart And Soul” »

Romantic Asheville: The Insider’s Guide To North Carolina Mountains

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Mountain Town, Mountains, Nature, Outdoor, Scenic Drive, Tourism

It’s no surprise to many people who are looking for a southeastern mountain getaway…that Asheville, and really all of western North Carolina, is full of things to do and places to see. From scenic drives, summit hikes, small towns, festivals, family and dog friendly adventures, and top picnic spots…there is something for everyone to enjoy … Read More “Romantic Asheville: The Insider’s Guide To North Carolina Mountains” »

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” »