Blue Ridge

Crabtree Falls North Carolina
Blue Ridge, Hikes, North Carolina, Travel, Waterfalls

Most Beautiful Waterfall In North Carolina: Crabtree Falls

If you only have time to visit just one waterfall in North Carolina we suggest you check out Crabtree Falls. The 70-foot breathtaking waterfall which is the most photographed waterfall on the Blue Ridge Parkway just might also get the title for the most beautiful waterfall in the state. BEFORE  YOU GO:  Be sure to check park status for road […]

Bird Rock Falls/ Cathedral Falls
Blue Ridge, Hikes, North Carolina, Travel, Waterfalls

Mill Shoals and French River Falls NC (3 Waterfalls in less than a Mile)

Mill Shoals and French River Falls along with the other waterfall (Bird Rock Falls/ Cathedral Falls) and several other smaller unnamed Falls can be reached from the same parking lot and are possibly one of the most picturesque waterfalls in the state of North Carolina. Located about a half an hour drive from the town of Brevard and an hour […]

Chimney Rock State Park
Blue Ridge, NC State Parks, North Carolina

Top Five Hikes in North Carolina That Are Great for Beginners

You don’t have to be an experienced hiker to enjoy the great outdoors. Even if you’re new to exploring the woods, there are plenty of places that are perfect for beginners. North Carolina is home to some beautiful nature trails and scenic hikes. Many of the trails in this state are also dog-friendly, making them a great place to bring […]

Grassy Creek Falls NC
Blue Ridge, NC State Parks, North Carolina, Travel, Waterfalls

TRAIL GUIDE: Grassy Creek Falls NC

UPDATE: Unfortunately the Falls will no longer be open to the public as of August 2022.  We received the following message and we kindly ask you to please refrain from trespassing. “I represent the new owners of land on which Grassy Creek Falls (Little Switzerland) are located. For decades the prior family allowed day hikers, however, as of August, 2022, […]

The Bluffs Restaurant, Blue Ridge Parkway
Blue Ridge, Travel

Get a Bite to Eat on the Blue Ridge Parkway at the Bluffs Restaurant and Café

What a wonderful surprise to find after a day of hiking, that after over a ten year absence, The Bluffs Restaurant and Café is now open and serving breakfast and lunch.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by TRAVEL__BUGGED (@travel_buggednc) Thanks to the generous donors that wanted to preserve this special spot and The Blue Ridge […]