Winter in Jackson County, North Carolina, comes with a few perks: lower lodging rates, plenty of elbow room and a relaxed pace, all with the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains right outside the door. From January through March, Jackson County welcomes what we call Secret Season, a quieter stretch…
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Fall leaf peeping and the blossoming wildflowers of spring have a following all their own, but winter reveals a different kind of beauty in the Blue Ridge Mountains. When the leaves drop, the mountains open up with a new perspective on the vast landscape. The ridgelines hidden behind summer’s green…
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When the first twinkling lights appear and the mountain air turns crisp, there’s no better place to celebrate the season than Jackson County, North Carolina. Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the towns of Sylva, Dillsboro and Cashiers transform into postcard-perfect destinations…
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Holiday weekends don’t always mean fighting crowds at the mall or scrolling through doorbuster deals from the couch. In Jackson County, North Carolina, the long weekend is better spent gathered around a table with mountain views, followed by a hike to a waterfall. Here’s how to spend a cozy long…
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Holiday shopping feels a little different in Jackson County, North Carolina. Across Sylva, Dillsboro and Cashiers, independent shops offer everything from locally made Appalachian crafts and pottery to books, outdoor gear, clothing and plenty of treats worth taking home. Shopping local offers…
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Fall in Jackson County, North Carolina, is a time to get outside and enjoy the fall foliage. With elevations ranging from 2,000 feet in the valleys to over 6,000 feet along the highest ridges, fall color moves through the county over several weeks. That range gives visitors plenty of ways to…
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Your Guide to Fall in the Smokies: Festivals, Events & Local Dining Fall color may be what first draws travelers to Jackson County, North Carolina, but there’s plenty happening in addition to the changing leaves. From September through early November, the county’s mountain towns fill the calendar…
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As the leaves change colors and the crisp fall air approaches, the best time of year to hike is upon us. To help you take on the trails this fall, we’ve created a list of the best fall hikes in the Smokies. An autumn getaway to the NC Mountains is just what you need to escape and hit the reset…
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Shadow of the Bear: A Guide to Jackson County's Famous Fall Phenomenon Each fall, travelers head to Jackson County to experience crisp mountain air, vibrant fall foliage and one of Western North Carolina's most fascinating natural phenomena. For just a few weeks each autumn, the setting sun…
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There's a reason fall is one of the most anticipated seasons in Jackson County, North Carolina. Cooler temperatures, crisp mountain air and hillsides painted in shades of gold, orange and crimson transform the region into one of the Southeast's most memorable autumn destinations. And if early…
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