WorldAtlas named seven Western North Carolina towns among the nine most scenic in the state. The towns are Blowing Rock, Bryson City, Highlands, Lake Lure, Saluda, Banner Elk and Hot Springs.

The publication has given attention to WNC many times, including coolest towns for summer vacations, most beautiful drives ...

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BANNER ELK, N.C. — It will take major heavy lifting to clean up the Town of Banner Elk, in Western North Carolina. The people who live in and around this area aren’t letting the destruction ...

Western North Carolina is reeling from the devastating floods, landslides and storm damage brought by the remnants of Hurricane Helene. ... sort of southeast of Banner Elk and the ski resorts, ...

WorldAtlas named seven Western North Carolina towns among the nine most scenic in the state. The towns are Blowing Rock, Bryson City, Highlands, Lake Lure, Saluda, Banner Elk and Hot Springs.

Grandfather Vineyard & Winery in Banner Elk, North Carolina was closed indefinitely due to Hurricane Helene damage, the company said on Oct. 2, 2024. Image courtesy of Grandfather Vineyard ...

WorldAtlas named seven Western North Carolina towns among the nine most scenic in the state. The towns are Blowing Rock, Bryson City, Highlands, Lake Lure, Saluda, Banner Elk and Hot Springs.