The Blue Ridge Mountains have some of the longest autumn color seasons in the country . From the highest mountain peaks to the low valleys. Mother nature takes her time in showing us why we are lucky enough to live here with all its beautiful colors. We are happy to share this with all of our tourists and new people moving to the area.
Here are a few spots you can check out during peak LEAF season.
During the first week of October take a drive up to Mt. Mitchell and Grandfather Mountain. Mt. Mitchell is over 6,000 feet high and rising. It has a sweet little picnic area where you can take a picnic lunch or have a snack with the kids and get an amazing view to unwind to. Or go a little further south to Black Balsam area and Max Patch.
The Second week of October at around 4,000 to 5,000 feet in elevation you can head over to Waynesville and Cashiers take in a few colors and then go check out the sweet little town of Waynesville. Go visit your favorite antique shops or local artist gallery.
Rolling into the third week of October head out towards Spruce Pine and Burnsville . You could also go over to Lynnville Gorge . It is one of the third largest wilderness areas in NC and will not disappoint you.
Headed towards the end of October you can catch the foliage at Dupont State Forest area and see some amazing waterfalls as well. Asheville is also the place to be during the Halloween season. You can go visit the Biltmore Estate and the French Broad River to take a peek.
Rounding up our season is east of Asheville towards Lake James. You could also check out Chimney Rock and Lake Lure area. We will end our season out towards the Tryon Foothills Wine Country.
No matter where you go you will be able to enjoy our season in the Appalachian Mountains. ENJOY.
