Angela Minor

At Hayfields State Park in Highland County, Virginia, easy-to-moderate trails wind through quiet forests and past historic structures.

Greening the Blue Ridge Region

New Parks, Healthier Creeks, Solar Power, Protected Lands and More.
Hendersonville, North Carolina, offers a walkable downtown.

Slow Travel in 7 States

It's perfect for the mountains!
More than 10,000 ornaments, glowing fireplaces, soft candlelight and live music create holiday ambiance at the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina.

Appalachian Holiday Traditions

Throughout the region, centuries-old customs remain cherished and add a touch of nostalgia to the magic of the season.
Woolyback Overlook, Blue Ridge Parkway

Celebrating Fall in the Smokies

Our longtime contributing editor distills five decades of Smokies adventures into a best-of-autumn roundup only a true park regular could deliver.
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Chattanooga, Tennessee: First National Park City in U.S.

. . . and just the third in the world.

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Behind Blue Ridge Country

Even More Sweet Virginia Breezes

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

CALENDAR OF EVENTS