Hot Springs

Soaking in Hot Springs

For centuries, this Madison County town has beckoned visitors to bathe in the soothing, warming waters that bubble up from deep within the mountains.

by T. Edward Nickens

Features

Muddy boots are a welcome sight in this postcard-perfect spot in the Smokies. Whether you hike in on the Appalachian Trail or drive in for a weekend visit, Hot Springs offers every traveler a special kind of trail magic.

by Mark Essig

Editors’ Picks

Rainbow over the mountains in North Carolina

Photo Essay

Easy Being Green

North Carolinians need not depend on the luck of the Irish to see green. With our islands and parks, greenways and fairways, mosses and ferns, all we have to do is look around.

by Rebecca Woltz

Travel Guides

A March Guide to Historic Downtown Edenton

The arrival of warmer afternoons makes it a wonderful time to stroll through a historic waterfront locale. From centuries-old landmarks and historical tours to local restaurants and shops, here’s how to spend a spring day in this Chowan County town.

by Tamiya Anderson

Supper Club

Build Your Own Charcuterie Board

Before a chef served elegant charcuterie, she was a young girl discovering refined flavors at the local Hickory Farms shop.

by Lynn Wells

North Carolina, Noted

Radio Hour With Martha Bassett

In the North Carolina Foothills, a music program — and its talented host — celebrates the diverse genres that have shaped our musical landscape.

by Mark Kemp