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Mountain Town With a Keen Sense of Self: Smokies’ ‘Eastern Entrance’

Cradled in the Great Balsam Mountains, Waynesville, North Carolina, claims its tourism heritage proudly.

A Foot Each in Two States: Easy, Historic Walk at Cumberland Gap

The feel of many histories is palpable on this moderate three-mile trek, including a section restored to evoke the times of Daniel Boone.

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.

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Downtown Waynesville’s Main Street is a blend of shoppers, diners, sightseers and welcoming shopkeepers.

Mountain Town With a Keen Sense of Self: Smokies’ ‘Eastern Entrance’

Cradled in the Great Balsam Mountains, Waynesville, North Carolina, claims its tourism heritage proudly.
The view from Pinnacle Overlook is of Tri-State Peak, Cumberland Mountain and Fern Lake.

A Foot Each in Two States: Easy, Historic Walk at Cumberland Gap

The feel of many histories is palpable on this moderate three-mile trek, including a section restored to evoke the times of Daniel Boone.
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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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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