The trail is open only one day a year, but officials say efforts to turn the area into a public park are making headway.

Hike to signature mountain peaks like Mount Le Conte on Alum Cave Trail for stunning views in the Great Smoky Mountains. Explore waterfalls on the moderate Rainbow Falls Trail and experience water ...

Camelback Mountain ... iconic hikes, offering breathtaking views of the city and surrounding desert landscape. However, don’t let its popularity fool you; neither of Camelback's two trails ...

Located along the Blue Ridge Parkway about 70 miles northeast of Asheville, this spot is popular for birding, hiking, trail running and gazing out at the surrounding mountains. To reach the two ...

Blue Ridge Mountain Trail Rides offers the chance to go horseback ... One of the state's most popular hiking destinations, Springer Mountain is the starting point of the Appalachian Trail ...