Appalachian Balds: Uncovering the Mystery of Grassy Balds
Southern Appalachian Balds offer some of the best views for hikers, but the origin of these balds are somewhat of a mystery.
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The Wandering Appalachian
Adventures in the Appalachian Mountains
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agchast2
- Aug 20
- 5 min
Legends and Folklore: Uncovering Appalachian Myths and Mysteries
When you wander out in the woods for long enough, you’re bound to see a thing or two that you can’t fully explain.
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agchast2
- Aug 13
- 2 min
Milton Bradley Falls Trail
If you're ever in or near Saluda, NC and you find yourself craving the refreshing spray from a waterfall, I've got a great option for you.
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agchast2
- Mar 29
- 2 min
5 North Carolina Lookout Tower Hikes
Let's discover 5 North Carolina Lookout Tower hikes that take you to some of the coolest spots in the Southern Appalachian Mountains.
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agchast2
- Feb 14
- 2 min
4 Underrated Hikes in Southern Appalachia
Looking for a picturesque hike without the crowds? Discover these 4 underrated hikes in Southern Appalachia.
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agchast2
- Sep 15, 2022
- 3 min
5 Must-Do Blue Ridge Parkway Hikes in North Carolina
Is there anything more freeing than the idea of driving down a scenic road with the windows down? Y'all, it makes me want to hop in the...
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agchast2
- Nov 12, 2019
- 2 min
Caesar's Head State Park and Bald Rock Heritage Preserve - Sunset Overlooks in South Carolina
Ahhhh, the beauty of a sunset is certainly a sight to behold. The brightly hued strokes of color that paint the sky are mesmerizing and...
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agchast2
- Oct 28, 2019
- 2 min
Rich Mountain Fire Tower on the Appalachian Trail
I was fortunate enough to hike up to the Rich Mountain Fire Tower in Hot Springs, NC during peak fall foliage, and boy howdy was it...
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agchast2
- Oct 20, 2019
- 2 min
Wayah Bald Fire Tower
Difficulty: Moderate/Easy Length: A few hundred feet from the parking area Why It's Cool: Fire towers! Yay! Just outside of Franklin,...
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agchast2
- Oct 16, 2019
- 1 min
Table Rock Mountain in Linville Gorge
The Linville Gorge Wilderness area in the Pisgah National Forest is one of my favorite places to go hiking when exploring Appalachia....
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agchast2
- Oct 14, 2019
- 1 min
Big Laurel Falls in Tennessee
Big Laurel Falls is a BEAUT of a waterfall in the Virgin Falls State Natural Area near Sparta, Tennessee. It's a nice hike that will give...
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