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A Weekend in Cleveland County

Find out where to stay, shop, eat, and explore on your next trip to North Carolina’s “land of rhythm and roots.”

by Finn Cohen
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In the Splash Zone: Graham County’s Best Water Adventures

Keep your cool this summer by whitewater rafting, kayaking, and fly-fishing in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains.

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A New View of Grandfather Mountain

Six unique ways to experience the iconic North Carolina attraction.

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The Seasons in Highlands: Spring

Go paddling on pristine headwaters, hike to spectacular waterfalls, watch falcons soar, and explore downtown shops in the sunshine during a spring trip to Highlands.

by Our State Staff
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A Locally Crafted Travel Guide to Cleveland County

In this Foothills community, barbecue, beverages, art, and music earn love locally — and beyond.

by Jodi Helmer
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A Winter Wonderland in Blowing Rock

Eight ways to make the most of a frosty (and fuzzy!) getaway to this charming town in the High Country.

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The Seasons in Highlands: The Holidays

Stroll past magical lights and decorations on Main Street, go ice-skating in the park, and have a cozy meal by the fire during Christmastime in Highlands.

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The Leaf Peeper’s Guide to the North Carolina Mountains

Before you head out leaf peeping this fall, check in weekly to see what colors our experts are seeing at 25 of our favorite mountain spots.

by Our State Staff
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The Seasons in Highlands: Fall

Zip-line through the colorful forest canopy, go leaf peeping on a hike to a beautiful waterfall, explore downtown shops, and have a cozy dinner during a fall trip to Highlands.

by Our State Staff
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