Put these top 5 spots on your Western North Carolina itinerary asap! 📝 🏔️ Follow @smoky.mountain.soul for more travel ideas in the Blue Ridge Mountains 🥾 Linville Gorge: rugged hiking, views 💦 Scenic Highway 64: roadside waterfalls 🦌 Great Smoky Mountains National Park: views, swimming, and wildlife 🌲 Gorges State Park: waterfalls, hiking ⛰️ Grandfather Mountain: hiking, children’s activities 🙏🏻 Be respectful when visiting! | Smoky Mountain Soul Adventures

37 reactions | Happy National Trails Day! Grandfather Mountain offers access to multiple trails ranging in difficulty from easy to strenuous! Which trails are you adding to your summer bucket list? Read more about our trails at grandfather.com/hiking! : GMSF | Grandfather Mountain | Facebook

Grandfather Mountain is home to amazing biodiversity and scenic beauty. From the Mile-High Swinging Bridge to wildlife habitats, spectacular blooms and hands-on exhibits, visitors can find plenty to explore. What’s your “can’t-miss” experience at Grandfather? In partnership with Our State Magazine | Grandfather Mountain

1.9K views · 36 reactions | Check out the 360-degree view from the Mile High Swinging Bridge on Grandfather Mountain! Read about many things to do there: https://www.bannerelk.com/grandfather-mountain/ | Visit Banner Elk | Facebook