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Way
out, but way cool
Rural WNC resorts provide plenty
for guests to do
Accessible only by seriously curvy roads with nicknames like “Hellbender”
and “Tail of the Dragon” and situated a good 30 minutes
from the nearest town, Fontana Village...
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All
aboard
Fall and winter have turned into the high season for The Great Smoky
Mountain Railroad as it offers many special excursions. Most of
these special trips are aimed at...
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• For the
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 An
eye to the sky
Fall migration in the mountains
Fall migration has begun. Tens of millions of songbirds, raptors
and shorebirds that nested across North America are returning to
their wintering grounds in Central and South America. The Southern
Appalachians offer many opportunities to witness this southbound
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 The
Parkway
A scenic byway, a national
treasure
The Parkway runs through the Blue Ridge Mountains, a part of the Appalachian
Mountains, boasting more than 200 overlooks and more than 100 trails.
The local section of the Parkway runs from the Southern End in Oconaluftee
to the Pisgah Inn... full
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Get off the beaten path
Some of the best places to visit in Western North Carolina are those
that aren’t typically found in any visitors’ guides.
Get off the beaten path for some great experiences and local culture...
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Learn
as you go
Western North Carolina’s
rich heritage offers many educational opportunities
 The
Western North Carolina mountains have been shaped by their many
inhabitants, giving the area an unique character. The Cherokee and
the Scotch-Irish laid the groundwork for what became Appalachia,
who were in turn routed in... full
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 The
great outdoors
The fall and winter seasons
are a great time to get outdoors and enjoy the changes going on in nature.
Many creatures such as the squirrel scamper about during the fall, building
stockpiles of nuts and seeds to feed on while food is scarce... full
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• Outdoor
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 Hike
Sometimes the best thing to do is to venture
out and see for yourself
There are
hikes for all kinds — climbs along the rocks to a high mountain
waterfalls, casual strolls to expansive mountain views, all-day treks
out into the wilderness and brisk jaunts to perfect... full
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