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6 Blue Ridge Adventures in Blowing Rock

Mountain magic — and adventure — abounds in this small town on the Blue Ridge Parkway.

by Robin Sutton Anders
Living in North Carolina

In the Land of Waterfalls

So you want to be a nature photographer? Take a trip with a professional shooter as he captures the beauty of falling water.

by Morgan Sykes
Our State Knows Best

Our State Knows Best: Waterfalls

Find out what an award-winning photographer and an expert guide have to say about chasing North Carolina’s stunning cascades — and how to snap frame-worthy photos of your favorite falls.

by Tamiya Anderson
Guides

How to Find 16 of North Carolina’s Best Waterfalls

From the Sauratown Mountains in the Piedmont to Transylvania County’s Land of Waterfalls, these scenic spots are perfect places to drive to, hike to, or explore with your kids.

by Mark Kemp
Travel

Beat the Heat: 7 Places To Cool Off In North Carolina

Feeling the summer heat? Here are 7 places to cool off while exploring North Carolina.

by Our State Staff
Western

Highlands

One of the most upscale towns in the North Carolina mountains, it still welcomes anyone who can bring just a little good conversation.

by Jeremy Markovich
November 2010

Blowing Rock

In the small town in the mountains, the people look after nature, and nature looks after the people.

by Leigh Ann Henion
October 2010

Cashiers

Far away and high above, drift into the landscape and stories of this tiny mountain village.

by Jeri Rowe

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