Catawba Falls
Catawba Falls is a fun, family-friendly nature area about 25 miles east of Asheville, NC. There is ample public parking in a gravel lot that features a privy. That means no sinks or soap, so bring some hand sanitizer. The … Continued
Falling Rock Falls
Falling Rock Falls is tucked away in a nature preserve owned by some natural resources companies. It’s pretty obscure, even for locals. It’s near Montevallo, Alabama, which is about 25 minutes south of Birmingham. You park on the side of … Continued
Glen Falls
Glen Falls is in Nantahala National Forest just outside of Highlands, North Carolina. It’s easy to access and, as far as waterfalls go, is a fulfilling experience. You take a gravel road off of HWY 106, and the trailhead is … Continued
Hickey Fork Trail & Falls
Hickey Fork Trail is in Pisgah National Forest, about 10 miles northeast of Hot Springs, North Carolina. It’s easily accessible by car, but you might have trouble using your GPS in the area. Make sure you screenshot the step-by-step directions … Continued
Anna Ruby Falls
Anna Ruby Falls is actually made up of two waterfalls. The upper falls is over 150 feet and the lower falls is about half that height. The path to the falls is paved and is nearly handicap accessible except for … Continued
Unicoi State Park
Unicoi State Park is right outside of the tourist town of Helen, Georgia—known for Bavarian-themed tchotchke shops and Harley-Davidson cosplayers. If you’ve never been before, just try imagining a tourist trap with a German twist. Unicoi features a man-made lake, … Continued
Hollywild Animal Park
Hollywild Animal Park is a largely unknown animal refuge in upstate South Carolina that specializes in caring for animals that have been involved in television and film. Hollywild’s animals have appeared in numerous national advertising campaigns, photo shoots, brochures, art … Continued
South Carolina BBQ
Barbecue is a hot topic in the south. I grew up in Alabama, but I prefer Memphis-style dry-rubbed ribs and SC-style shredded pork with a western NC-style red vinegar sauce. I actually make my own versions of these dishes and … Continued
Nantahala Outdoor Center
The Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) is an attraction near the intersection of US HWY 74 and HWY 19 in Bryson City, North Carolina. The site includes shops, restaurants, cabins, a hiker hostel, and all kinds of outdoor adventure. The place … Continued
Bridal Veil Falls (Nantahala National Forest)
Bridal Veil Falls is a waterfall that hangs over the shoulder of US HWY 64 just north of Highlands, North Carolina. People line up in the warmer months to get a picture of themselves driving their cars beneath the overhang. … Continued