July 19, 2021

Virginia’s Channels Natural Area Preserve, over-used of late, is great for a mid-week visit to the Channels formation.

21 Top Outdoor Experiences in the Blue Ridge Mountains

We’ve scoured our seven-state coverage area to come back with three fun destinations for each state. And—bonus item!—they fit into the old family game of Animal, Vegetable, Mineral.
This shot of South Carolina’s Lake Hartwell was taken off of S.C. 29 near Singing Pines Recreation Area. Photographer Bryan Powell “came to this spot for the sunset and stayed for the blue hour.”

Photo Essay: The Lure of the Lake

What is it that pulls us to the calm expanse of a mountain lake? Our contributing photographers offer some wonderful visual hints.

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Even More Sweet Virginia Breezes

Casually cruising to Claytor Lake in southwest Virginia, I felt like I had come home – back to where it

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