High Thrills in the High Country

Bike riding

A lot of people look to the High Country as a place to relax and unwind, and it’s certainly an ideal location for kicking back. By Arielle Patterson, with updates by Julie Matthews However, others are born with a yearning for adventure, and it’s these people who look to the High Country as a place to […]

High Country Hiking Trails

Friends on top of the mountain enjoying beautiful autumn scenery. Blue Ridge Mountains, near Asheville, North Carolina, USA

The High Country has hundreds of miles of hiking trails to explore with varying lengths, terrain and difficulties.

The Four Seasons of High Country

Mountains with flowers

North Carolina’s High Country, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, is a place full of beauty, adventure and fun year-round.

Protecting High Country’s Wildlife

Protecting High Country’s Wildlife

Wildlife Rescue Centers & Programs By Julie Matthews Western North Carolina is a nature-rich destination home to a wide variety of wildlife species including black bears, elk, eagles, river otters and many more. The region has a number of wildlife-focused organizations and programs that educate the community about species in the area and help care […]

Mile High Swinging Bridge

Mile High Swinging Bridge in Grandfather Mountain

When you visit Grandfather Mountain, take a walk one mile above sea level across the Mile High Swinging Bridge.