In Asheville and other parts of Western North Carolina, tourism-related outlets are still fighting to survive the summer.

The Opera Box is a natural stone alcove that frames the view like a living painting. It’s the perfect spot for romantic moments or just quiet contemplation of how tiny we are in this big world. South ...

Chimney Rock State Park reopened June 27, nine months after Helene devastated the area. Local officials celebrated the ...

Gorges State Park is like nature’s water park, minus the long lines and overpriced snacks. This place gets over 80 inches of ...

After Lake Lure was drained to remove Hurricane Helene debris, the town isn't expecting nearly the same number of visitors ...

Triple Falls, in DuPont State Recreational Forest, is quintessential, a waterfall’s waterfall: roaring, dramatic, picturesque ...

Conserving Carolina purchased land for future trails on Buffalo Shoals Road. This property will be an anchor for trails on ...

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, N.C. — Driving through Lake Lure and Chimney Rock is a sobering reminder of the long road remaining for ...

Photos: Lake Lure, Chimney Rock devastated after Helene Chopper 9 Skyzoom flew over Lake Lure and the Chimney Rock area on the evening of Sept. 27, 2024 ...

The lake is hopeful of being open by the summer season. In Chimney Rock, Mayor Peter O’Leary said reopening the state park on a temporary basis is one goal in a riverbank town devastated by ...

Chimney Rock is a village in Rutherford County, population less than 200, that attracts tourists either from the lake, Chimney Rock State Park or both.

O'Leary said the Chimney Rock park bridge washed out, closing the park. Temporary opening is hoped for soon. At Lake Lure, Moore said stacked debris has been removed.