North Carolina Mountains - Attractions, Lodging, Recreation, Real Estate, Fishing, Golf

From the alluring colors of fall to the peaceful greenery of spring, the mountains of Western North Carolina are ever-changing; a haven for artists, businessmen, newlyweds, and families alike. Southern High Roads invites you to come and explore the North Carolina mountains, whether you are a resident or enjoying the freetime that you never get enought of. Many have come to the area for a visit and have stayed a lifetime. You may leave the mountains of Western North Carolina, but they'll never leave you...

Browse the featured destinations highlighted below, or use the menu at left to learn more about a specific area along the North Carolina portion of the Southern Highroads Trail.

Featured Destinations in North Carolina

	Wine Tasting in Cherokee County Details coming soon. more information
	Fly Fishing in Cherokee County Cherokee County waters are known to offer some of the best trout fishing around. The town of Andrews is known one of the Trout Capitols in the US. Brown’s fish hatchery produces about 60 percent of trout for the Eastern Market. more information
	Little Tennessee River Greenway The Little Tennessee River Greenway is one of more than a thousand such trails snaking their way across America turning old canals, abandoned railbeds and forgotten riverbanks into green recreational corridors. more information
	Cashier's Sliding Rock Details coming soon. more information
	Cullasaja Falls Located 11 miles eastfrom Franklin, this is one of the most scenic drives in Western North Carolina. more information
	Gem Mining in Macon County Mining for ruby and sapphire began in Macon County in 1870. Called corundum, the minerals were mined commercially for abrasives and gave work to many men. Corundum and other minerals, mica and kaolin, were hauled to the railroad by horse and wagon and shipped out of Macon County in large quantities. more information
	Tennessee River Details coming soon! more information
	Lake Chatuge Beautiful Lake Chatuge sits nestled between North Carolina and Georgia and offers casual recreation and unmatched vistas to all who visit Clay County. more information
	Rock Mountain Details coming soon. more information
	Nantahala National Forest The Nantahala is the largest of North Carolina's four National Forests. Over 152,000 acres of the forest lie within Macon County. more information
	Fires Creek National Wildlife Reserve Located just five minutes from Hayesville, the Fires Creek National Wildlife Refuge Area offers a pristine environment for hikers, bird watchers, fishermen, or those looking for a beautiful spot for an afternoon picnic. more information
	Tusquittee Pioneer Village Take a walk back in time and experience life in Western NC just as it was at the turn of the century. Located along The Southern Highroads Trail in Hayesville, NC. This Pioneer Village has a smokehouse, hen house and blacksmith shop that perserve the heritage from days gone by. more information