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21 Natural Wonders in 7 States

Mountains, caves, falls and other formations of nature create the lure. We have the added attractions, eats and sleeps as well. And, for each state, a softer wonder—a great wildflower walk.

Great Scenic Byways in Seven States

Combine mountain scenic beauty, a bounty of cultural and historical stops with great places to eat and to spend the night and you could plan a year’s worth of great travel. Here we go!

‘You Ain’t Seen Nothin’ Yet!’ – White Sulphur Springs: A Resurrection Story

In the wake of a deadly 1,000-year flood, this West Virginia town is rewriting its story with compassion and skill—and a little help from its friends.

Upcountry South Carolina: Kings Mountain National Military Park’s Easy Loop

The pervasive presence of information on this part of the American Revolution makes the distance seem even shorter.

Experience a Christmas Card Perfect Holiday in Lexington, Virginia!

The list of reasons to visit Rockbridge County gets longer as the days get shorter.

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Virginia’s McAfee Knob, on the Appalachian Trail near Roanoke, offers 270-degree views including the Peaks of Otter (twin peaks on horizon to the right of the hiker).

21 Natural Wonders in 7 States

Mountains, caves, falls and other formations of nature create the lure. We have the added attractions, eats and sleeps as well. And, for each state, a softer wonder—a great wildflower walk.
Brasstown Bald, at 4,784 feet, is the highest mountain in Georgia and the defining feature of the Russell-Brasstown Scenic Byway.

Great Scenic Byways in Seven States

Combine mountain scenic beauty, a bounty of cultural and historical stops with great places to eat and to spend the night and you could plan a year’s worth of great travel. Here we go!
WSS’s reviving Main Street is a beautiful walk.

‘You Ain’t Seen Nothin’ Yet!’ – White Sulphur Springs: A Resurrection Story

In the wake of a deadly 1,000-year flood, this West Virginia town is rewriting its story with compassion and skill—and a little help from its friends.
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Upcountry South Carolina: Kings Mountain National Military Park’s Easy Loop

The pervasive presence of information on this part of the American Revolution makes the distance seem even shorter.
The Lexington Tree Lighting

Experience a Christmas Card Perfect Holiday in Lexington, Virginia!

The list of reasons to visit Rockbridge County gets longer as the days get shorter.
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Smith Mountain Lake Virginia is a hidden gem within the Blue Ridge Mountains. This beautiful area features boating, sailing, hiking, shopping, fishing, and much more.
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Sarah Smiles: The Lake Effect

Growing up, many of my weekends were spent at my late step-grandmother’s house on Smith Mountain Lake in Virginia.

June 26, 2026

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