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...

The Story of Bluff Mountain Outfitters in Hot Springs, NC

My first memory of Bluff Mountain Outfitters is from over 20 years ago, when I happened upon Hot Springs, exploring the mountains with some friends from college. The store was a fraction of the size it is today, with mainly some hiking and boating related things...

The Hot Springs History of Gentry Hardware

If you have spent any time in Hot Springs, Gentry’s Hardware is likely a place you remember. Located in the center of Hot Springs, NC since the 1940s, the store is a community hub, standing proudly along the banks of Spring Creek. It has that trait many older places...

A Delicious and Beautiful Hot Springs Art Crawl

Hot Springs Art: Art galleries, studios and more in Hot Springs, NC Hot Springs, NC, known for its thermal waters and hiking adventures, has also become an intriguing hub for a wide range of artistic expression. For generations, Madison County’s inhabitants have...