Kurt’s Hikes

CURRENT Kurt’s Hikes

Even on a hot day, Buffalo Mountain is breezy and cool, with great views.

A Ballad for Funnel Cakes

Buffalo Mountain in Floyd County, Va. Up up up up and back. 2 miles.
Well, you bad dog, was the skunk encounter worth it?

Dog Meets Skunk, and Other Adventures

Andy Lane Trail to Scorched Earth Gap; Appalachian Trail to... Lambert's Meadow Shelter and back. 7.4 miles.
Matthew carries Lily's never-needed carry pack on the way up the Star Trail.

Mill Mountain with a Four-Year-Old Hiker Chick

Mill Mountain Star Trail up and down. 3.4 miles.
Kurt, and one of the remnants of old mountain homes visible along the trail.

A Hot-Day Hike in Rock Castle Gorge

Rock Castle Gorge loop hike. 10.8 miles.
Gail's theory is that bears tear at the wooden signs along trails.

Getting Oriented on Price Mountain

Price Mountain Loop. 5.5 miles.

Departments

Knoxville Asian Festival, August 29-30,  Knoxville, Tennessee. Photo courtesy of Asian Culture Center of TN
Events

Fall 2026 Festivals & Events Guide

From the Virginias and the Carolinas to Georgia, Tennessee, and Kentucky, our annual compendium is the perfect travel companion. Inside,

4th of July Parade & Festival, July 4, Blowing Rock, North Carolina.
Events

Summer 2026 Festivals & Events Guide

From the Virginias and the Carolinas to Georgia, Tennessee, and Kentucky, our annual compendium is the perfect travel companion. Inside,

CALENDAR OF EVENTS