ALERT: Exit 20 on I-40 W near Maggie Valley is OPEN. Be advised that I-40 W after Exit 20 is one lane due to a rock slide. Visit the NCDOT website for the latest information.
We really can’t blame you for wanting to take a relaxing trip to the Smokies—the views are calming, the weather is more than pleasant, the food is always fresh, the beer is as crisp as the morning breeze, and the locally-distilled spirits are jam-packed with a hundred degrees of sweet, burning heat. As we get […]
Flowers, chocolates, and stuffed teddy bears holding red hearts with “I Love You” written on them have taken over store shelves for the past month in preparation for Valentine’s Day, which is the second largest card-giving day of the year! With only a few days left before the big day, you’ll want to make sure […]
Our venues for outdoor adventure here in Haywood County do their best to extend the season as long as they can, which means even more snow-filled fun for you to enjoy this winter. Here are our favorite ways to get the best bang for your buck on a winter vacation in the Smoky Mountains. Cataloochee […]
February 14 will be here before you know it, but don’t panic: you still have plenty of time to plan a romantic Valentine’s Day getaway to Waynesville with your sweetie. There aren’t many destinations naturally suited for an intimate weekend trip, but our slice of the Smokies is definitely one of them. Make new memories […]
The arts have become a really important part of Waynesville’s culture. Not only have artists started to call our Smoky Mountain town home, but we’ve also consciously prioritized the growth of the arts here. Thanks to the Haywood County Arts Council, our arts scene has become an identifiable feature of Waynesville. Keep reading this blog […]
Waynesville isn’t just considered an Asheville suburb anymore—it has truly formed its own identity as a must-see Smoky Mountain town. Founded in 1810 and officially incorporated in 1871, Waynesville has now grown to include 6 distinct neighborhoods: Downtown, Frog Level, Hazelwood, Laurel Ridge, Russ Avenue, and West Waynesville. To help you navigate your way around […]
When the warm weather of summer slips away, the people of Waynesville start to get excited for the coming season. The leaves will soon start adding speckles of color to the mountain vistas, and the apples growing throughout the county will finally be ripe for picking during the autumn harvest. We get together once a […]
The fall season draws many a visitor to our parts. People flock to watch the vibrant oranges, reds, and yellows saturate the skyline—and we can’t say we blame them! Whether you’re planning an extended stay or a motorcycle ride along the Blue Ridge Parkway, you’ll want to keep reading to learn about how to make […]
Fall in Haywood County means three things for certain: cooler temperatures, delightful fall foliage, and a growing anticipation for all the upcoming events celebrating our rich Appalachian heritage. There’s truly something for everyone at each one of these events, which celebrate everything from arts and crafts to food and music. There’s so much happening that […]
The highly-anticipated FEI World Equestrian Games are happening in Tryon, NC right now, bringing spectacular competition and a world of excitement to North Carolina. If you’re here the watch the Games, you’ve probably already noticed that there’s so much to see in our state. If you want to take a short day trip to discover […]
School’s still out, and there’s plenty of time left to plan a fun-filled summer getaway to the NC Smokies with your family. Not only are our five mountain towns a short drive away from the best kid-friendly activities in the region, but they’re filled with some of the most affordable overnight accommodations you can find. […]
