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Things to Do in Hot Springs, NC with Kids!
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Hot Springs, NC, is a perfect getaway for families looking to enjoy the great outdoors. From hiking scenic trails to floating down the French Broad River, this charming mountain town offers a variety of activities that children and...
Explore & Hike Max Patch, NC! A Comprehensive Guide to the Scenic Beauty and Adventure
Max Patch, NC, is one of the most enchanting destinations in the Southern Appalachian Mountains. Known for its panoramic views, lush greenery, and tranquil atmosphere, Max Patch has become a must-visit spot for hikers, nature lovers, and outdoor enthusiasts. This...
Loving A Mountain: How Community Cares for Max Patch
One of the most glorious spots our county has to offer is the beautiful bald that overlooks the gorgeous ridges of North Carolina and Tennessee. Max Patch offers a breathtaking network of trails, including the treasured Appalachian Trail, and a fishing pond. The...
4 Activities to Enjoy Around Hot Springs, NC This Winter
While spring and summer bring the hikers, paddlers, birders, and bikers through the winding roads into our river valley town, many pass over the opportunity to experience the adventures to enjoy in the stark beauty of winter. As a small town on the Appalachian Trail,...
Local Nonprofits Work Together to Maintain Trails and Educate Visitors
Hot Springs, One of Over 40 Appalachian Trail Towns Hot Springs, North Carolina is one of over 40 trail towns recognized by the Appalachian Trail Conservancy that the 2,193 mile national scenic trail crosses through. While you’re outside of the forested foot path that...
Discovering Biodiversity in Hot Springs, NC with the 2020 Madison County BioBlitz!
Hot Springs, NC residents & visitors join the county in the BioBlitz documenting 1150 species in 2 weeks! Working together with experts, a major biological inventory of Madison County was made. Hot Springs, NC — Madison Natural Heritage, a natural history program...
Birdwatching in the Appalachian Mountains: Raising Funds for Library by Birding in Hot Springs, NC for 2020 Birds for Books
Birding in and around Hot Springs is incredible due to our diverse habitats and elevations. Getting outside and quietly looking and listening for these colorful creatures can connect us to nature and create a profound sense of inner peace. Indeed, birdwatching...
Birds in Hot Springs, NC: A List of Birds in the Appalachian Mountains from Birds for Books 2020
Spreading out to all the corners of Madison County, in the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina, Birds for Books observers counted 109 species on April 25, 2020. The migration was strong and included ospreys, eagles, 18 species of warblers, 5 hawk species, 5...
What to See and Do in and around Hot Springs, an Appalachian Trail Community
Hot Springs, North Carolina is a small town right on the Appalachian Trail. It's no wonder the Appalachian Trail Conservancy's official magazine, A.T. Journeys, took the time to write an article about it in their Summer 2019 edition! "Whether you are searching for an...
A Ginseng Rhyzome Nexus in the Woods – Part 1
A submission written by Jim Hickey The mountains that nestle Hot Springs, similarly as a loving family ensconces a little one, contain some of nature's richest diversity, both of animal life and, especially, flora of different sorts. Included in this wealth of plants...
Pisgah National Forest
Hot Springs is a small mountain town nestled in the French Broad River Valley and surrounded by 3500-foot tall mountains which are part of the Pisgah National Forest. The mountains literally surround the town and are virtually undeveloped. There are excellent hiking...
The French Broad River
The River Runs North The headwaters of the French Broad River begin just west of the Eastern Continental Divide near Rosman, NC, about 60 miles south of Asheville near the South Carolina state line. One of several unique features of the river is that it flows north....
