Apr 11 2023
As a lover of nature and adventure, I have always been fascinated by the Appalachian Mountains. Spanning over 1,500 miles from Alabama to Canada, the Appalachian Mountains are a marvel of nature, with a rich geological history, diverse flora and fauna, and a rich human heritage. In this article, I will take you on a …
Apr 09 2023
The United States is home to some of the most stunning mountain ranges in the world, each with its own unique beauty and charm. The three major U.S. mountain ranges are the Rocky Mountains, the Sierra Nevada, and the Appalachian Mountains. Whether you’re an avid hiker or simply enjoy taking in the scenery, there’s something …
Mar 18 2023
The weekend was coming and I was looking for a good place to do some bouldering. After asking around, Grandmother Mountain was the name that came up the most in conversations. As I searched for directions, my climbing shoes winked at me from across the room. It was bound to be a great adventure. Like …
Mar 17 2023
Grandfather Mountain Grandfather Mountain stretches across North Carolina’s Avery, Caldwell, and Watauga counties in Grandfather Mountain State Park in the Blue Ridge Mountains of the Appalachians. Calloway Peak (5,964 ft.) is the highest of the mountain’s four peaks, with the others being Attic Window Peak (5,949 ft.), MacRae Peak (5,844 ft.), and Linville Peak (5,295 ft.). Visitors can enjoy spectacular panoramic …
Jan 03 2023
Tucked into Shenandoah National Park in Madison County, Virginia, is Old Rag Mountain. With a low peak standing staunchly at 3,284 feet (1,001 m) and a prominence of less than half that, it offers a fun hike for all skill levels, with two routes to the summit. The more strenuous hike – considered by many …
Feb 28 2022
They say you are who you hang out with. For this reason, it is difficult to get a true sense of a mountain until you spend some time with its neighbors. Sometimes the character of one peak may be better appreciated after having explored others in the same range. You know what you’re looking at …
Feb 05 2022
The mountains hold so much wonder. I feel a billowing sense of wonder whenever I stand on a giant rock which was forced up by energy deep within the Earth to soar above the crust many millennia ago. A mountain top is a place to look around and gain a deeper understanding of the fascinating …
Jun 06 2021
Mount Guyot Mount Guyot is a part of the Appalachian Trail, which goes across the south slope of the mountain. The mountain and trail are on the eastern side of the Great Smoky Mountains, which have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The mountain lies on the border of Tennessee and North Carolina, between …
Jun 04 2021
Clingman’s Dome Clingman’s Dome has an enigmatic background, the Cherokees believed that Clingman’s Dome, or Kuwa’hi, which translates to “mulberry place,” was home to White Bear, the great chief of bears. The mountain is a part of the Appalachian Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains, which have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and …
Jun 03 2021
Mount LeConte (Tennessee) Tennessee’s Mount Le Conte is a popular tourist spot and is famous for having the highest altitude lodging in the eastern United States. The LeConte Lodge boasts an elevation of 6,593 feet. The mountain is an attractive vista in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, along with the two higher peaks in the …
