Discover Asheville’s Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina with scenic overlooks, hikes, food stops, and insider travel tips.

While there are plenty of scenic dupes for one of North Carolina's classic fall getaway destinations, sometimes you can't beat the original. Asheville, NC, has been a popular autumnal spot for years.

In October 2012, a kaleidoscope of monarch butterflies flew over the brand-new Gorges State Park Visitor Center, where then-superintendent Steven Pagano and Park Ranger Kevin Bischof were moving in ...

A recent list from Southern Living named the "15 most beautiful places in North Carolina" including several locations in Western NC. Established in 1966, Southern Living aims to "celebrate the food, ...

Last fall, Hurricane Helene canceled the city’s peak tourist season. But this year leaf season is back, along with old favorites like the Biltmore Estate and some new attractions that are creating ...

Western North Carolina offers a variety of budget-friendly water activities for families this summer. Options include hiking to waterfalls, visiting splash pads, swimming in lakes, and tubing down ...

WorldAtlas recently named five scenic drives in Western North Carolina among the state's best. The honored Western North Carolina routes include the Waterfall Byway, Cherohala Skyway, and Appalachian ...

ASHEVILLE, NC (7News) — Whether you’re hiking the scenic trails of the Blue Ridge Parkway, kayaking down the French Broad River, or ziplining through the treetops, Asheville is an outdoor lover’s ...

Gorges State Park is home to a diverse range of plant and animal life, including a rare fern typically found in Asia. The park features a variety of hiking trails, waterfalls, and recreational ...