An hour south of Cashiers and Highlands, mountain trails, water recreation, and charming towns attract outdoor enthusiasts for a weekend of adventure in southern Appalachia.
A native of Greenville, South Carolina, Ariel Blanchard is a freelance journalist covering arts, travel, food, and culture in the Southeast. Her work can be found in the Post & Courier, Vessel Magazine, The Local Palate, and more. In between chasing stories, she cheers loudly for her four daughters at lacrosse and ballet and earns as many air miles as possible with her husband.
An hour south of Cashiers and Highlands, mountain trails, water recreation, and charming towns attract outdoor enthusiasts for a weekend of adventure in southern Appalachia.
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