Tucked away roughly 40 miles south of Asheville ... sound of rushing waterfalls to the stillness of hidden lakes, this incredible forest captures the essence of North Carolina's beauty.

from easy walks and hikes with waterfalls to more rigorous loop hikes and more. A trip to Asheville, North Carolina—or any of ...

The park features a variety of hiking trails, waterfalls, and recreational activities ... Carolina border — home to a third of Western North Carolina's rare or endangered species — was ...