We received more than a foot of snow here in the Great Smoky Mountains over the Christmas weekend. A white Christmas was had by all - from locals to visitors to our Bryson City NC cabin rentals. Santa had plenty of snow to land his sleigh on and we would have spent Christmas day checking for reindeer prints on the roof if we had not been so busy inside eating warm holiday meals.Snowy days in the North Carolina mountains are something truly special as we get big snows infrequently during our winters. The snow we do get does not often last more than a few days, so we took full advantage of the snow this holiday weekend! We've made snow angels and snowmen and snowball fights, enjoyed sledding adventures and walks through several inches of white, fluffiness with flakes still falling from the sky. In general, we've had a great couple of days enjoying the white fluffy stuff!
Happy New Year to everyone and may your snowy days be full of magic and wonder.
It does not snow in the Great Smoky Mountains as often as most people expect. While winters can be cold, rain is more usual than snow at the lower elevations. Up high on the 
On November 26-27, 2010, visitors will have the opportunity to visit local artists in their studios, see how they make their art, ask questions and purchase handmade treasures right from the hands of the makers. The 
The 20th Annual Bryson City Chili Cookoff takes place in downtown Bryson City on October 16, 2010. From 10am - 5pm, the best chili in the region - by both local restaurants and individuals - is available for tasting for anyone interested. 
The Great Smoky Mountains are renowned for many things, wildflowers in the spring, clear rivers and creeks in summer, and of course glorious fall foliage. Our local chamber of commerce here in Bryson City, NC has put together a great guide for 
Every Saturday evening throughout the summer and fall, the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Depot hosts a free concert on the main deck. Talent from all around the region comes out to play all sorts of music, from rock to old time to blugrass and even oldies by an Elvis impersonator! Visitors are encouraged to spend an evening away from their 
We know how great the fall season is here in the Great Smoky Mountains - fabulous weather, stunning color in the leaves and lots to do both outdoors and indoors. Now everyone else gets to know it too! The Great Smoky Mountains have made 
Whether visitors are coming to do some 
There are lots of things to do in the Great Smoky Mountains. 
The creeks of the Great Smoky Mountains are unique in their beauty and especially attractive in hot summer weather. 
Clingmans Dome has arguably the best view in 
There are a ton of 
The hike up itself starts out wide and easy. it quickly turns to about straiight up. If you continue you'll be rewarded wtih an incredible view into Tennessee. At the top be really careful as you have to climb up the odd boulder formations to see the very top. 
Today I left my office at 7pm, drove less than 15 minutes from town to the Hwy 28 bridge crossing over Lake Fontana, parked my car, got my Wilderness Systems Tsunami touring kayak off the car (with the help of a friend, its true!) and was in the water in less than 30 minutes. I paddled up towards the Nantahala River, for about an hour. It was beautiful, quiet, the moon was out, and only one motor boat passed me, right when I put in. When I turned around to paddle back to the 28 bridge, 2 other motor boats passed me. Other than that, I had the entire lake to myself. 
On a cool fall night in the Smokies, curl up in front of a fire in one of our 
Pottery, hand woven table runners, silver jewelry, blown glass, fresh cheese...all of these handmade products -- and many more -- are created by artists here in the Great Smoky Mountains of western North Carolina! 
When you're ready leave the cozy porch of your 
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