Seeing the summit from the Mount Pisgah Trail requires an uphill hike that is perfect for a summer camping trip along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Hiking to the summit of Mount Pisgah is a strenuous uphill climb. But when you’re camping at the Mount Pisgah Campground, there’s a wonderful way to turn this 3 mile […]
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Mount Pisgah Campground is close to well-known hiking trails, sunrise and sunset spots, waterfalls, and more. The Mount Pisgah area of the Blue Ridge Parkway has so much to see and do. Popular hiking trails such as Frying Pan Tower and the peak of Mount Pisgah, as well as nearby waterfalls and sunrise, sunset spots.
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It’s one thing to tent camp during winter in North Carolina. It’s another thing when it also rains all day. (All locations will be linked at the end of this post.) Rain was not in the initial forecast when I had planned this camping and hiking adventure. The original plan was to hike as much
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Winter is a great season for outdoor activities due to the colder weather, but is it still great high in the western North Carolina mountains? If you know me, you know I love winter for hiking and camping. I just can’t get enough of it! The cold weather keeps me from sweating, the views between
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Lake Chatuge offers lots to do in the Blue Ridge Mountains including Jackrabbit Mountain and Bell Knob. In case you missed last week’s post where I covered day one of this two-day trip, this is that post. On day two we explore more around Lake Chatuge by hiking on Jackrabbit Mountain and Bell Knob. Continue
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Lake Chatuge is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains in both North Carolina and Georgia with lots to explore. Camping, hiking, fishing, boating, swimming, scenic drives, sunsets and more can be enjoyed on Lake Chatuge in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Continue reading to learn more about my recent adventure in Murphy, NC, on our way
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Mount Mitchell is the highest mountain peak in the eastern U.S. and the best part is you can camp there. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. That means that I may receive a commission from the products I’ve linked below if you purchase any, at no extra cost to you. I have shared these links
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Catching the sunrise or sunset at Clingmans Dome is easiest when you’re camping nearby at the Smokemont Campground. Smokemont Campground is located conveniently at the entrance of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. And what makes its location great is that it’s only a 30-minute drive from Clingmans Dome. Keep reading to learn more about
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When planning your camping trip at Fall Creek Falls, you have to consider what camping foods to choose. The park already has options if you’d rather “eat out.” But if you’d like to keep it campground focused, I have a few ideas for you here too. Morning Tea (or Coffee) I drink morning tea most
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When you try camping at Fall Creek Falls State Park, you’ll quickly learn why so many people love camping here. There’s so many great things this park has to offer and camping is one of them. Let’s dive into why you need to try camping at Fall Creek Falls. The Campgrounds Obviously, the first thing
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