Ride The Rails In Western North Carolina

On Saturday, March 31, the Watauga Valley Railroad Historical Society & Museum will sponsor its “Spring 2012 Excursion” — a train ride on the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad through the breathtaking Nantahala Gorge in Western North Carolina. The excursion will feature the majestic Smoky Mountains and the beautiful countryside of Western North Carolina in all [...]

Beech Mountain

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North Carolina High Country

The High Country corner of northwestern North Carolina is a hotbed of Nordic ski enthusiasm. The High Country Nordic Association is sponsoring its annual Tele-Fest January 21st at Beech Mountain Resort, the East’s highest ski area and one of three downhill slopes in the area.

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Rehabilitating Forney Ridge Trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park – Forever | National Parks Traveler

In the trail guide, Hiking Trails of the Smokies, the description of Forney Ridge Trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park starts out, The first section of Forney Ridge Trail is eroded and uneven. After a couple of paragraphs, it continues, After more rocky descent with roots to trip you …

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