Hike, fly-fish, and settle into a mountain escape in Sylva, Cashiers, and Dillsboro.
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28 Inspiring Independent Bookstores in North Carolina
These shops are about more than just books — they’re about community.
A Locals’ Guide to Jackson County
Discover places to explore in Cashiers, Dillsboro, and Sylva.
Bringing Back the American Diner at Lucy in the Rye
At this diamond of a diner in Jackson County, comforting classics — both American and Greek — shine bright.
Sugarplum Fairies Dance at Baxley’s Chocolates
In downtown Sylva, a three-generation chocolate-making legacy continues inside Baxley’s Chocolates, where an uncommon treat is a source of comfort and joy.
12 Tar Heel Tours
Join some of North Carolina’s expert guides to learn about history and architecture, wildlife and food, and the people who have shaped our state.
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.
Smoky Mountain Roots
In the towns and communities in and around the Qualla Boundary, the Cherokee have endured like the ancient rhododendrons with which they share a home.
Our State Knows Best: Leaf Peeping
We talked to three biologists about how and when to plan a trip to see peak fall color in North Carolina, their favorite hikes and overlooks, and why our mountains are one of the best places in the country to see stunning autumn leaves.
