Linville Gorge or "the Grand Canyon of the East ... Writers praised Ramsey Cascades Trail, Deep Creek Waterfalls Loop and Mingo Falls. For year-round adventures, Southern Living suggests Boone ...

The weather is warm and the sun is out, which means it's the perfect time to go visit one of the loveliest outdoor locations ...

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Southern Living has previously praised Western NC for its beauty. Here's the reasoning behind the 7 locations writers chose ...