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A popular summertime swimming hole and waterfall destination. Hidden away in the Sumter National Forest of South Carolina, just north of Walhalla in the town of Mountain Rest, is the remote waterfall and swimming hole – Blue Hole Falls. Named for the large pool at the base of the falls, this beautiful spot in the…
A beautiful and historic must-see stop along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Just off the Blue Ridge Parkway, at mile 328.3, is the historic Orchard at Altapass which is one of a few “must see” destinations for anyone traveling along the parkway or visiting the local area. The Orchard is rich with Appalachian history and culture.…
Just upstream from Rainbow Falls, people actually ride the 20ft Turtleback Falls. Just past the popular North Carolina waterfall, Rainbow Falls, is the unique Turtleback Falls that is a popular waterslide and swimming hole. While there is a 3.5 mile round trip hike required to access Turtleback Falls, during the warm Carolina Summer months expect…
The 150ft tall Rainbow Falls of North Carolina is a site to see. Just next to Gorges State Park in the Pisgah National Forest, is the impressive 150ft tall Rainbow Falls of North Carolina. Named for the rainbow that sometimes appears from the abundant mist, this beauty is one of the most picturesque waterfalls in…
One of the lesser visited gems inside Jones Gap State Park. One of our favorites. There is a wonderfully beautiful waterfall inside Jones Gap State Park called Falls Creek Falls. This 125 foot multi-cascade is one of our favorites in Jones Gap and is probably one of the least hiked waterfalls inside the park. However…
Beautiful views and rock outcroppings after a short hike up to Hawksbill Mountain. Sitting high atop the Linville Gorge overlooking the entire area is the great hiking destination of Hawksbill Mountain. This 1.5 mile roundtrip hike is short but climbs almost 1000ft to the summit giving it a strenuous rating by most accounts. However it…
A great museum that showcases the history and culture of Western North Carolina. Western North Carolina is not only full of beautiful scenery but it also is rich with history and culture. Whether you are a lifelong resident or a visiting tourist, you experience this heritage whenever you travel the hills, listen to the music,…
A humble little waterfall that is easily reached from the Linville Falls Parking lot. Tucked away in a little cove near the Linville Falls visitor center off the Blue Ridge Parkway, is the humble Dugger’s Creek Falls that cascades only a mere 10 feet. While it is small compared to its close neighbor Linville Falls,…
A wonderful 7,000+ acre state park with a number of hiking trails and recreational activities. Just North of Winston-Salem North Carolina in the Sauratown Mountains, is Hanging Rock State Park which is a 7,000+ acre recreation wonderland of beautiful rivers, cliffs, waterfalls, mountains, a cave, and a 12 acre lake. The park supports a wide…
A unique hiking destination that provides access to a waterfall and cave. Just off the western edge of Hanging Rock State Park is the unique double hiking destination of Tory’s Den and Falls. This short hiking trail of less than 1/2 mile round trip provides easy access to Tory’s Falls as well Tory’s Den which…
