The Wandering Appalachian

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

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!

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

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.

Let's discover 5 North Carolina Lookout Tower hikes that take you to some of the coolest spots in the Southern Appalachian Mountains.

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 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....