Resting at 3,494 feet above sea level, Lake Glenville in the tiny community of Glenville, North Carolina, is the highest lake east of the Rocky Mountains, but its elevation isn’t its only distinction.

A vacation in North Carolina promises a rare combination of exciting mountain adventures and lazy days spent at the beach.

This charming North Carolina city beguiles visitors with its stunning architecture, historic landmarks, and upscale eateries overlooking the expansive river.

Escape to North Carolina’s mountains this Labor Day—small towns, waterfalls, and cool breezes beat the holiday crowds.

The ultimate guide to Cashiers, North Carolina, a small mountain town in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, including the best hotels, restaurants, shops, and things to do.