Western North Carolina (often abbreviated as WNC) is the region of North Carolina which includes the Appalachian Mountains; it is often known geographically as the state's Mountain …

Oct 22, 2024 · Want to know what the best towns in Western North Carolina are? You’re in luck. I grew up in Western North Carolina and spent my childhood exploring many of the best towns …

Sep 19, 2024 · The best places to visit in Western North Carolina include the High Country, the Blue Ridge Parkway, the city of Asheville, breathtaking waterfalls, and much more featured in …

We found out by exploring 13 in Western North Carolina that share some characteristics—a population under 5,000, a pedestrian-friendly downtown, ample food and nightlife options—but …

Explore the 24 counties of Western North Carolina (also known as WNC), covering the southern Blue Ridge Mountains located in the far west of North Carolina.

6 days ago · The wildfire burning Thursday in western North Carolina is now the "highest priority fire in the U.S," the state Forest Service said as millions of residents across the parched …

Mar 26, 2025 · Wildfires have been burning in Western North Carolina since March 19, leading to states of emergency, burned homes and evacuations. The fires have continued to grow, …

Dec 2, 2019 · From the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, to the picturesque Blue Ridge Parkway (voted America’s Favorite Drive), to Mt Mitchell (the highest point east of the …

Are you ready to explore the fun small mountain towns of Western North Carolina? Of course you are! Here are 40 of our favorite places to visit, with full guides for each on the best things to …

Mar 5, 2025 · Western North Carolina stretches from the Tennessee border to South Carolina and Georgia in the south. To the east of the North Carolina mountain map is the Foothills. The …