Hiking the Highlands
Summiting Grandfather Mountain
On this classic Western North Carolina hike, hikers can see a fantastic view of the cliffside profile for which Grandfather Mountain is named.
Read MoreExploring Old Growth Forest in Historic Harlan County
Kentucky’s Harlan County, perhaps best known for its mining history, is also home to a wonderful old-growth forest preserve with several hiking trails.
Read MoreA Sweet Retreat at Sugar Hollow Park
Roughly 12 miles of trails await hikers and bikers at this park in Bristol, Va.
Read MoreThe Mystical Season: A Love Poem to Winter
Appalachian Voices’ Jamie Goodman recounts the joys of a winter hike and the magic of the season. She also shares thoughts from others about the perks of braving the cold and setting out on the trail.
Read MoreThe Bluestone Turnpike Trail
This roughly 10-mile trail follows the Bluestone River in southern West Virginia and gives hikers a taste of the wild.
Read MoreHidden Treasures: Public Forests
Here, we outline a multitude of gorgeous spots off the beaten path in our national forests.
Read MoreAdventures Await at Hidden Rocks
Breathtaking vistas for hikers and a variety of routes for climbers at Virginia’s Hidden Rocks.
Read MoreJourney to Rainbow Falls at Jones Gap State Park
This South Carolina state park boasts a 100-foot waterfall, a wide variety of wildflowers and more.
Read MoreBays Mountain: Lakeside and Fire Tower Trails
The network of trails at Tennessee’s largest city park allows hikers of any skill level to design an outing to suit them.
Read MoreSection Hiking the Art Loeb Trail
An 8.3-mile hike to the top of Shining Rock is perhaps the most scenic portion of the 30-mile Art Loeb Trail.
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