Between Charlotte and Chattanooga is North Carolina's mountain town with gorgeous lakes, fishing, and camping

Islands on MSN: Hidden on North Carolina's border is a scenic mountain lake with trophy-sized catches and forested peace

A scenic mountain lake is a fisherman's paradise, with trophy-sized catches in a secluded area on North Carolina's border with Tennessee.

Hidden on North Carolina's border is a scenic mountain lake with trophy-sized catches and forested peace

Travel + Leisure on MSN: This Town Is the ‘Front Porch of Western North Carolina’—With Small-town Charm and Stunning Blue Ridge Mountain Views

This Town Is the ‘Front Porch of Western North Carolina’—With Small-town Charm and Stunning Blue Ridge Mountain Views

AOL: North Carolina's Smoky Mountains Camping Escape Is A Hot Spot For World-Class Mountain Biking

This recreation area in North Carolina's Smoky Mountains is frequently cited as one of the best mountain biking destinations in the USA. Here's why.

North Carolina's Smoky Mountains Camping Escape Is A Hot Spot For World-Class Mountain Biking

Islands on MSN: Forget Denver, retire to this North Carolina city with mountains, cool weather, and outdoor adventures instead

This North Carolina city offers scenic drives, access to waterfalls and trails, historic estate tours, riverside recreation, and four-season mountain views.

Forget Denver, retire to this North Carolina city with mountains, cool weather, and outdoor adventures instead

Travel + Leisure: This North Carolina Mountain Town Is the Perfect Place to Cool Down in the Summer—and It Has One of the South’s Best Resorts

This North Carolina Mountain Town Is the Perfect Place to Cool Down in the Summer—and It Has One of the South’s Best Resorts