The Wandering Appalachian

Adventures in the Appalachian Mountains

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Oct 74 min read

Harpers Ferry West Virginia: A Weekend Itinerary

Y’all, since the day I laid my eyes on the stunning view of Harpers Ferry from the top of Maryland Heights, I just knew that I had to visit

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Mar 184 min read

Mount Mitchell: The Deadly History Behind NC’s Tallest Peak

Strap in, because this Appalachian story is a doozy. Let’s discover the tragic story behind how Mount Mitchell earned its name.

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Sep 10, 20234 min read

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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Mar 29, 20232 min read

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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Oct 14, 20203 min read

Round Bald, Jane Bald, and Grassy Ridge Bald on the Appalachian Trail

The Appalachian Trail is such a dreamy place for mountain lovers. This particular section of the AT has intrigued me for quite a while...

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Oct 27, 20192 min read

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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Oct 19, 20192 min read

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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Sep 26, 20191 min read

Max Patch on the Appalachian Trail

Max Patch is situated along the Appalachian Trail on the border of North Carolina and Tennessee. If you find yourself here by way of the...