Celebrate the season in this mountain town — no matter what time of year you visit.
Appalachian Trail
A Local’s Guide to Franklin
Within Nantahala National Forest, you can gear up for your next outdoor adventure, grab a bite and beverage, and find treasures — both inside and out — in this Macon County town.
Your Guide to Swain County
Escape to the wilds of western North Carolina where a scenic national park, epic mountain drives, and lots of small-town charm are right at your fingertips.
Your Guide to Graham County
On the North Carolina-Tennessee border, you’ll discover outdoor activities, arts, and delicious culinary experiences to inspire all levels of adventure.
On the Edge
North Carolina’s border dances across the mountains as it traces four different states. Life here can be more remote, but good neighbors are never far away.
Appalachian Trail
Home to the tallest peaks along the near 2,200-mile route, North Carolina’s stretch of Appalachian Trail draws both thru-hikers and day-trippers for mountain views and tranquility.
NC Icons: The Appalachian Trail
A record-setting hiker and North Carolina native reflects on what makes our state such an iconic part of the most famous hiking trail in the world.
A Guide to Downtown Franklin
This small town is a destination for gem enthusiasts, history buffs, and Appalachian Trail thru-hikers, which gives residents plenty of chances to share their beloved mountain home.
Our State Knows Best: Hiking
Find out what three hiking experts have to say about hitting the trail, the gear they’d never leave behind, and North Carolina’s must-do mountain treks with stunning views.
