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2016 Mountain Bucket List

Throughout the seven states, there's so much to do and see.

Happy 100th! National Park Service Celebrates in the Mountains

The Southern Appalachians are dotted with NPS properties. Here's a look at some of their celebrations.

North Georgia Dining

Most of these chefs and owners decided that this is where they wanted to live, and to serve great food.

Great Unusual Sleep Spots in the Mountains

Ever slept in a tree house? A yurt? A caboose? C'mon along.

Eastern Kentucky Dining

The backroads lead to wonderful flavors and experiences.

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2016 Mountain Bucket List

Throughout the seven states, there's so much to do and see.
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Happy 100th! National Park Service Celebrates in the Mountains

The Southern Appalachians are dotted with NPS properties. Here's a look at some of their celebrations.
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North Georgia Dining

Most of these chefs and owners decided that this is where they wanted to live, and to serve great food.
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Great Unusual Sleep Spots in the Mountains

Ever slept in a tree house? A yurt? A caboose? C'mon along.
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Eastern Kentucky Dining

The backroads lead to wonderful flavors and experiences.
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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.
Country Roads

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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Country Roads

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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