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Where are golden-winged warblers? Max Patch a possible haven for imperiled bird species
MAX PATCH - A cacophony of birdsong ushers in the Max Patch sunrise. Trails climb from the gravel lot, leading to the 4,629-foot-high mountain bald in the Madison-Haywood county area of Pisgah National Forest. The bald is famous for its stunning 360-degree views, but even from the parking lot, the mountains wowed just fine. A haze hung in the distance, thinning as color saturated the clouds at the horizon, lit in peachy, 6 a.m. light as...
NOC’s 5 Unique Memorial Day Adventures
Memorial Day is just around the corner, and we’ve got the perfect plans to make your long weekend truly unique. Whether you’re looking for heart-pumping whitewater thrills, serene mountain hikes, or magical moonlit ziplining, NOC has got you covered. With options for every budget and adventure level, you’ll find the ideal escape for your whole crew!
How to Find the Hidden House of Fairies in Gatlinburg, TN
In the hills of the Great Smoky Mountains is a springhouse so magical it looks like fairies could live there. Lots of folks here take trips to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge because there are so many great things to do with friends, family, or as a couple. Lots of "tourist" favorites like the downtown strip with the Skylift, Ripley's Believe It or Not and Aquarium, dinner theatres and Dollywood. But visitors to the area should definitely also take time to explore the great outdoors.
Yelp names Western NC barbecue joint one of 10 best in the country: See top BBQ rankings
North Carolina family-owned barbeque joint Haywood Smokehouse has placed in the top 10 on Yelp's Top 100 BBQ Spots in 2024 list, and 11th on Top 100 US Restaurants. Haywood Smokehouse is the top-ranked barbecue restaurant in N.C. There are three Haywood Smokehouse locations, with their Waynesville and Dillsboro locations...
Western NC glamping spot voted No. 1 in the US for 2024: Here's why it's the best
Sky Ridge Yurts, located in Bryson City, North Carolina, topped the 10Best Readers' Choice list for glamping this year in voting by USA TODAY readers. The glamping location has eight distinct structures available for guests to book. 10Best praised its three-person Santeelah and six-person Fontana yurt options, each equipped with cooking areas, full baths, heating and air conditioning. The company also offers massage, photoshoots, local wine baskets and more.
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