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.
Editors’ Picks
5 Items for Your April To-Do List
Learn, plant, celebrate, and discover what North Carolina has to offer this month.
Freedom at 20,000 feet
Warren Wheeler’s love of open spaces inspired him to start his own airline, blaze a trail into history, and pass his knowledge on to a new generation of pilots.
From Elizabeth Hudson: Art Springs Eternal
For our editor in chief, spring sunshine means marveling at a masterpiece.
Season of Hope
Pastel dyed eggs dotting the landscape are a sure sign that winter is winding down, but as every gardener knows, patience is key: Spring doesn’t necessarily begin when the Easter sermon ends.
