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Train Time in the Mountains

We board first in West Virginia, and then take great rides in other states as well.
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2016 Mountain Festival Guide

It's time to plan your mountain trips for the warm months. Build a few trips around signature festivals and events in seven states.
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Cabin in the Woods: Golden Days at Cavender Creek

The cabins, complete with hot tubs and grills, are welcoming enough on their own. Throw in the great attractions and activities around Dahlonega, Georgia, and you have a great getaway.
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Blue Cheese Revival, Honest Deviled Eggs, and More in Upcountry South Carolina

The flavors of barbecue, blue cheese, historic hot dogs and honest deviled eggs are calling.
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Northern Shenandoah Weekend

Combine the Patsy Cline magic of Winchester with getting "lost" in West Virginia, and you're ready for fun.

Departments

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.

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.

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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.

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