The Wandering Appalachian

The Appalachian Mountains are my idea of a Winter Wonderland, y’all. It’s a beautiful place.

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

The following are a few of my favorite waterfalls that I’ve visited lately, all of which happen to also be in the North Carolina Mountains!

Waterfalls sure are purdy. Honestly, I could end the blog there, put up a few photos, and y'all would probably get the point. But, I'm...

Southern Appalachian Balds offer some of the best views for hikers, but the origin of these balds are somewhat of a mystery.

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.

Looking for a picturesque hike without the crowds? Discover these 4 underrated hikes in Southern Appalachia.

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...

The South Carolina Mountains are filled with incredible hikes. This blog details a few of my favorites!

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

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...

Difficulty: Moderate/Easy Length: A few hundred feet from the parking area Why It's Cool: Fire towers! Yay! Just outside of Franklin,...

The Linville Gorge Wilderness area in the Pisgah National Forest is one of my favorite places to go hiking when exploring Appalachia....

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...

Big Rock Mountain is the perfect hike to add to your list for some street cred. Your hiking buddies may have a few impressive trails...