Five towns — plus unparalleled outdoor pursuits, artistic endeavors, and delicious provisions and craft brews — to explore on your next trip to western North Carolina.
How to Spend 3 Days Exploring Hendersonville
Pack your bags — and pup — and head to the hills for a long weekend of wine tasting, delicious dining, and outdoor adventures in a small-town mountain setting.
North Carolina, Naturally: Red Wolf Resilience
On the Albemarle Peninsula, the last population of endangered red wolves — which total fewer than two dozen — roam freely in the wild. Despite the wolves’ ever elusive nature, some researchers have made it their mission to protect the precious species.
Shrimp With Red Curry & Coconut Sauce
Simmer fresh vegetables and North Carolina shrimp in an aromatic coconut broth for a warming, flavor-packed meal.
6 Things You Didn’t Know About the MarshWalk
Discover the fresh seafood spots, waterfront entertainment, and natural wonders that await in Murrells Inlet.
Outdoor Adventures in the Upcountry
Discover stunning vistas, state parks, and waterfalls at the edge of the Southern Appalachian Mountains.