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6 Top Reasons Couples Love Jackson County

The holidays are behind us and winter is in full swing, making it the perfect time to snuggle up and reconnect with your loved one during Jackson County’s Secret Season. With fewer crowds, you’ll be able to enjoy more alone time on the trails and vistas all to yourself as you unplug and reconnect…

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The Best Winter Scenes to Experience in Jackson County

Nestled in the heart of the Western North Carolina mountains, Jackson County is surrounded by winter scenes and natural beauty that serve as the perfect backdrop for any winter retreat. On even the coldest of winter days, visitors can see miles upon miles of layered, scenic mountain ranges and…

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Leave No Trace™ in Jackson County, NC

Simply stepping outside, seeing the grandeur of the mountain peaks, and breathing in the clean mountain air can make you feel right at home in the heart of Appalachia. The best mountains of the region are located an hour west of Asheville. Our mountain towns of Cashiers, Cherokee, Dillsboro, and…

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Best Lakes in the North Carolina Mountains

If you’re looking to escape the city and relax lakeside in the cool mountains, then this one is for you. Jackson County is home to some of the best-hidden lakes in western North Carolina, some of which you didn’t know existed until reading this. These aren't your busy mountain lakes such as Lake…

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Give the Gift of Memories This Year

This year has shown many of us what is truly important in life. We’ve had to push the pause button on many plans and to look inward to find contentment in the little things. As we approach the holidays, many traditions that we’ve shared with our loved ones may be different. Warm hugs from the…

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Leaf-Peeping Roadmap Through Jackson County

Photo courtesy Elizabeth Alonso @lizalonso There’s nothing quite like the excitement that comes with the first feels of fall. You can smell it in the crisp mountain air, you can see the leaves starting to transform from vibrant greens to sunset hues, and you can feel a sense of general anticipation…

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Your Adventure Lies Off the Beaten Path

Do you feel it? The cool air is beginning to make its descent. The golden sunsets and long shadows are welcoming autumn to our mountains. If you haven’t broken out your flannels, sweaters, and blue jeans yet, the date to do so is swiftly approaching. September 22 brings more than just cooler air and…

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Perfect Patios for Al-Fresco Dining

On nice summer evenings when temperatures drop down with the sun, and the mountain breeze picks up, there is no better place to dine in Jackson County than in a beautiful outdoor setting. Whether you’re looking for a table for the whole family to try some delicious local fare, a romantic date night…

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Beat the Heat in the NC Mountains

Y’all, it’s hot outside! Summer is a delightful time of the year and although the temperatures may be peaking, there is a place not too far away where you can escape and beat the heat of summer. The North Carolina Mountain towns of Cashiers, Cherokee, Dillsboro and Sylva not only offer a wide array…

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