Adventure Awaits

Expand Your Comfort Zone

On land or on the water, in snow or in sun, Jackson County offers an abundance of opportunities to embrace, or even test, your adventurous spirit.

The Tuckasegee River is a fly-fisherman’s paradise. And the beautiful mountain lakes along its east and west forks…

Jackson County is home of the Western North Carolina Fly Fishing Trail®, which maps out 15 prime spots to catch…

You want waterfalls? We got ’em. Some can be spotted with just a short walk, while others take a little more…

Stacy Redmon

Enjoy short, family-friendly walks or more strenuous treks along the Appalachian Trail. With wildlife, waterfalls, and…

Lauren Rosenau Photography