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West Virginia Candy Darter Joins Protected List

A teeny, colorful fish found only in a few West Virginia rivers has been added to the nation’s list of endangered species, meaning extra care must be taken to preserve its limited habitat.

Clay County, North Carolina Courthouse Comeback

The courthouse-turned-event center retains its exterior, with a whole new look inside.

Explore the Highest Road in Each of the Southern Mountain States

visitnc.com | Chip Henderson

900 North Carolina Acres Protected

Thanks to a joint effort of public agencies, nonprofits, and donors large and small, 900 acres in the Blue Ridge foothills in Polk County, North Carolina, once slated for development, are now permanently protected.

30 Years Ago in Blue Ridge Country

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West Virginia Candy Darter Joins Protected List

A teeny, colorful fish found only in a few West Virginia rivers has been added to the nation’s list of endangered species, meaning extra care must be taken to preserve its limited habitat.
The courthouse-turned-event center retains its exterior, with a whole new look inside.

Clay County, North Carolina Courthouse Comeback

The courthouse-turned-event center retains its exterior, with a whole new look inside.
North Carolina State Highway 128 over Mt. Mitchell, at 6,576 feet, is the highest roadway in Blue Ridge Country’s Southern Appalachian coverage area.

Explore the Highest Road in Each of the Southern Mountain States

visitnc.com | Chip Henderson

900 North Carolina Acres Protected

Thanks to a joint effort of public agencies, nonprofits, and donors large and small, 900 acres in the Blue Ridge foothills in Polk County, North Carolina, once slated for development, are now permanently protected.
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30 Years Ago in Blue Ridge Country

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Vibrant Monarch butterfly clings to its translucent dew covered cocoon
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Monarch Mimickers

It’s easy to mistake other orange species for the king of fall butterflies.

August 26, 2026
At Coopers Rock State Forest, new Stargazer cabins invite guests to look up through skylights and telescopes.
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Even Closer to Almost Heaven

New Stargazer cabins at Coopers Rock State Forest offer a skyward escape in the mountains of West Virginia.

June 29, 2026
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A Mountain Tradition Turns 90 

Visitors flock to Galax, Virginia, each summer for the Old Fiddlers’ Convention, a days-long celebration of Appalachian music.

June 29, 2026

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