We’ve written many times about North Carolina’s natural wonders. They’re so amazing that we think that every North Carolinian owes them a visit. With that in mind, we’ve created a road trip that will take you to 10 of our state’s most amazing sites that nature has to offer. If you drove straight through, this […]
A Drone Flew Over The Linville Gorge In North Carolina And Captured Mesmerizing Footage
Few places in the Southeastern United States have the ability to steal your breath away in quite the same way as the Linville Gorge in western North Carolina. Considered by many to be one of the last great places on Earth, the Gorge is almost overwhelming in size, scale, and rugged elegance. By Robin Jarvis […]
Prepare Your Ears For Millions Of Extra Cicadas In North Carolina This Spring
Uh oh, North Carolina. Parts of the state will see and hear an insurgence of cicadas later this spring and, in case you don’t remember the last time cicadas invaded the landscape, it’s expected to get very noisy in some places. Read on to learn about the explosion of cicadas in North Carolina in the […]
This Terrifying Swinging Bridge In North Carolina Will Make Your Stomach Drop
At the top of Grandfather Mountain, you’ll find a bridge that allows you to walk literally one mile above sea level through the clouds, through rocky cliffs, and from one starting point to one end point. By Emory Rakestraw onlyinyourstate.com
The Cinnamon Rolls From This North Carolina General Store Will Spoil You For Life
Cinnamon rolls are a universal delight that can be enjoyed at any time of the day. But if you want one from this country store in North Carolina you’d better plan on arriving early in the day. The bakery at Todd Mercantile, located in Todd, makes cinnamon rolls that will spoil you for ever finding […]
There’s No Other Hotel In The World Like This One In North Carolina
If you want to get away in North Carolina the possibilities are limitless. You can head to the coast for some R&R in the sun, go to the mountains in the west, or enjoy any point in between. But few hotels in North Carolina can boast that one of the most popular romance novels of […]
The Blue Ridge Mountains In North Carolina Were Named One Of The 50 Most Beautiful Places In The World
Have you heard the news? In a recent ranking of the world’s most beautiful places, U.S. News & World Report ranked the Blue Ridge Mountains among the 50 Most Beautiful Places in the World. We couldn’t agree more! Folks the world over visit North Carolina each year to experience the blue-hued mountains that flow through […]
10 Awesome Spots In North Carolina You Must Explore This Winter
Winter is the season for hibernation. Bears do it and we probably wouldn’t mind crawling in a hole and sleeping through the cold dark days either. But winter doesn’t have be all glum…there’s plenty of beautiful things to see and do in our state during this season, you might just have to bundle up a […]
Elk Mountain Riding Company
Call (or text) us to schedule your trail riding adventure today! We are best known for our calm & healthy horses, breathtaking mountain vista views, and our friendly & knowledgeable staff who are here for your enjoyment and safety. You can expect to spend approximately 2 hours on your tour, and our rates are very […]
HIGH COUNTRY WEATHER
“How’s the weather” is often used as a conversation starter. Here in the High Country of North Carolina, the answer to this question can vary during the day. The mountains of northwest North Carolina experience all seasons. We are one of the few places that enjoys spring, summer, fall and winter. BestPlaces Comfort Index for […]