Snow in North Carolina may be fleeting, but when it falls, the state settles into a peaceful pause.
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Welcome Winter Fun in Boone
From zipping down the slopes to finding precious gemstones and meeting folk artists, here are six ways to embrace the winter months in the Blue Ridge.
5 Cool Mountain Towns to Explore This Summer
When you’re longing to escape the humidity, head to these charming High Country towns off the Blue Ridge Parkway for unforgettable adventures.
Savor the Seasons in Beech Mountain
Whether you seek cool breezes and an escape from the summer heat or the snow-covered slopes that welcome winter recreation, this High Country town remains an outdoor destination for adventure all year long.
From Elizabeth Hudson: By All Measures
Our editor in chief reflects on the ways people across North Carolina make measurements — of snowfall, rising and falling tides, and acts of kindness — that signify the passing years.
The General Store on Top of the World
At an elevation of more than 5,000 feet, Fred’s General Mercantile is among the country’s highest such stores. And for generations of Beech Mountain locals and visitors, it’s where they go to get everything they need.
Mountain Tales
Once, folks living among the peaks and valleys of western North Carolina entertained each other with tales told around a campfire. Today, modern storytellers keep the tradition alive.
6 Can’t-Miss Hikes for Birding & Blooms in the Blue Ridge
Find yourself surrounded by birdcalls and wildflowers as you welcome the season with a walk in the woods — through old-growth forests, along mountain summits, and past clear, cold creeks.
A Chance of Flurries
Dancing, floating, falling from the sky: When snowflakes grace us with their presence, they inspire creativity, showing us familiar landscapes in a whole new light.
