by Lee Cloer | Nov 29, 2023 | Outdoors, Things to Do, Waterfall |
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park, straddling the border of North Carolina and Tennessee, is a breathtaking destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. If you’re planning a family vacation to the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina, you’re...
by Lee Cloer | Oct 26, 2023 | Outdoors
Highlands and Cashiers are located in the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina, known for their beautiful fall foliage. Many tourists and nature enthusiasts visit the area during the fall season to enjoy the colorful leaves, and there is a specific shadow phenomenon that...
by Lee Cloer | Oct 24, 2023 | Family, Things to Do
Family hiking the Glen Burney Trail – Photo above by GlitterOnADime.com Blowing Rock is a charming mountain town with many family-friendly activities and attractions. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, this picturesque destination provides the perfect backdrop...
by Debra Cloer | Jul 19, 2023 | Hike, Outdoors, Things to Do, Uncategorized, Waterfall
While the name definitely applies to the gorgeous waterfall, it may not be the trek to get there. If you read up on Paradise Falls, you will find honest opinions about the strenuous route that gets you to your ultimate destination. Even though it’s a mere 0.5 miles in...
by Debra Cloer | Jul 17, 2023 | Hike, Outdoors, Waterfall
As part of our quest to check out the many waterfalls of NC, we decided to take a weekend and camp near the forest to save having to drive the two hours multiple times. We recently discovered hipcamp.com which is like an Airbnb for camping spots. Some are private...