Hike, fly-fish, and settle into a mountain escape in Sylva, Cashiers, and Dillsboro.
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A Locals’ Guide to Jackson County
Discover places to explore in Cashiers, Dillsboro, and Sylva.
Happy Days At Happs Place
After returning to Jackson County and finding his favorite restaurant closed, one man revived the beloved gathering place, where diners now enjoy modern offerings surrounded by mountain history.
High in the Hills: 3 Places to Peep this Fall
Explore three western destinations where you can sip at picturesque vineyards, hike to waterfalls, see stunning mountain scenery during iconic drives, and attend a pumpkin festival.
A Locals’ Guide to Downtown Sylva
In a small Jackson County town, where trout fill the mountain streams and traffic is confined to the trails, the pull of community calls to both natives and newcomers.
Meet the (Lady) Beetles
A quiet winter weekend getaway to the Jackson County woods is interrupted by a family of noisy neighbors. It’s not exactly a British Invasion, but these cute little critters have taken cabin culture by storm.
Mountain Eclectic Flavors in Sylva
For nearly 30 years, Lulu’s on Main has been an anchor of this Jackson County town. Now, the restaurant is strengthening its connections with neighbors down the street — and cuisine from around the world.
When the Water Comes: Decoration Day
Every year, an old family cemetery tucked in the woods on the northern shore of Fontana Lake becomes a gathering place. One woman, whose parents and grandparents worked this land, returns to ensure that a Southern mountain tradition carries on — rain or shine.
Balsam Encore
There are no televisions at this mountain retreat, where an older form of entertainment keeps guests coming back.
