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By now, it’s no secret: Haywood County is the real foodie capital of WNC! We’re home to Master Chefs and more than 700 working farms that provide fresh ingredients for our resident culinary masterminds. From Italian dishes to traditional Southern cooking and just about everything in between, you’re sure to find a spot or two […]
Take a walk! Enjoy a break from remote working, stretch your legs after a big lunch in town, or make it an educational activity for the kids. Waynesville is home to a thriving community of artists, practicing traditional crafts in the footsteps of their Appalachian forbearers or pushing the boundaries of contemporary art. From the […]
Can you smell the Fraser firs? The freshly baked cookies? The open fires? That trifecta of yuletide aroma can only mean one thing: the holidays are fast approaching. For many, the season’s festivities bring much excitement. But, planning to keep so many happy under one roof brings its challenges—especially this year. Here are six reasons […]
Just like the smoky fog that flows down the mountains of Haywood County, the Halloween season brings an aura of mystery and intrigue to our towns. The sudden arrival of cool air and seasonal colors means it’s about to get creepy around here! This year’s events have been adapted for covid safety and we encourage […]
When you escape to the mountains the classic choice is to rent a cabin right? Wood burning fireplace, hot tub, sipping coffee in the chilly fall air, plenty of good reasons why cabins are a standard among mountain vacations. But what if we told you there were more than just cabins in the Smoky Mountains? We’re talking […]
This pandemic has certainly brought on strange times and new dining protocols, however, we certainly don’t mind the side effect of an increasing number of restaurants offering more outdoor dining options now. Even as the weather begins to cool down for fall, there’s nothing like wearing cozy layers and enjoying a warm meal on an […]
The Smokies and hiking go together like peas and carrots. When you head here, you know there’s an adventure waiting just outside your door. Take a moment to refresh your hiking safety knowledge before your next trek through the Smoky Mountains! While you might not encounter any challenges on your scenic hike, we’ll feel better […]
This week marks the first official day of Fall (September 22) and if you’re reading this then you obviously have an interest in fall time adventure. Make the most of it with these seven sensational spots for fall color in Haywood County.
You’ve seen their recognizable orange, black, and white patterned-wings fluttering around before, but have you seen the monarch butterflies cover the mountains of Western North Carolina as they migrate south for the winter? Their 2,500-mile journey to Mexico’s warmer climate leaves our landscape covered in their beautiful orange hue. It’s a sight worth seeing, and you can […]
If you’re planning on packing up and heading towards our neck of the woods for a while—maybe you’re working remote or taking advantage of e-Learning—you’re in for a real treat. There’s plenty of inspiration and adventure to fill your days in the NC Smokies! But, we know there are some parts of “home” that you […]
Virtual learning has thrown many of us for a loop. For your kids, it’s a challenge just to sit still sometimes. So, what if you headed off to a place where exploring is encouraged—where coloring outside the lines is a good thing? There’s no better place to e-learn than right here in our mountain towns […]
We want your photo on our next Postcard! We’re looking for the best landscape oriented images that show off the beauty of Haywood County and our mountain destinations of Maggie Valley, Waynesville, Lake Junaluska, Clyde, and Canton! We’re also looking for Blue Ridge Parkway shots, hiking destinations, Elk, sunsets, aerial views, Great Smoky Mountains National […]
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