The summer tourist season is almost here, and the mountains are a big summer stop for people looking to escape the stifling heat. This summer will be the first since the remnants of Hurricane Helene ...

This rural North Carolina town, just a few miles from the iconic Blue Ridge Parkway, offers scenic hikes, delicious local ...

For a variety of businesses in Western NC, a bustling summer tourism season is sorely needed to balance their books.

Enjoy a crisp wine, a cold brew, or a rich spirit on this alcohol-forward trail in a charming city in the foothills of North ...

“North Carolina’s parks are integral to our state’s quality of life and economy,” said Governor Josh Stein. “We are all grateful that so many organizations and agencies came together to open Paddy ...

Sliding Rock in Pisgah National Forest will open Memorial Day weekend. Campgrounds and other recreation areas are also open ...

Local leaders and business owners are raising alarms over a planned closure of the Blue Ridge Parkway between Blowing Rock ...

The National Park Service is repairing the road after dozens of landslides left sections impassable after Helene-related rain ...

The target completion for both phases, from milepost 97 to milepost 106 and from milepost 106 to milepost 121, is fall of 2026. Updated road status and detour maps can be found on the Blue Ridge ...

According to Fannin County Emergency Management, his last known location was the Blue Ridge area around 8:30 p.m. 85 years old 5 feet and 10 inches tall, 205 pounds Blue eyes, gray hair Last seen ...

The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation has secured a three-year, $5.13 million grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) to support regional strategies to advance cultural and recreational ...