plan a trip now… Yes, Western North Carolina was hard hit by hurricane Helene, but it has bounced back and it’s ready for visitors. ⭐️ Fun Things to do in the Smoky Mountains • Scenic train ride greatsmokymtnsrr • Gem mining rosecreekmine • Visit a National Park greatsmokynps • Whitewater rafting or zipping nantahalaoutdoorcenter • Explore Cherokee history & culture • Take a scenic drive • So many great hikes: - waterfalls: Mingo Falls, Dry Falls, Rufus Morgan Falls, Juney Whank Falls, & Whitewater - trails: Appalachian Trail, Kuwohi (formerly Clingmans Dome), Mount LeConte & Alum Cave, Andrews Bald, Road to Nowhere, Chimney Tops - observation towers: Frying Pan, Wesser Bald, Wayah Bald ❣️Hope you can make out to the Smokies soon to support local businesses in the small towns that are the heartbeat of the region. 🔗 visitsmokies.org/rediscover #WNCsmokies #VisitSmokies #LoveNCsmokies #northcarolina #wnc