Thanks, Shannon. There are some beautiful hikes in western North Carolina.

Thanks, David. I’m sure there are many more good hikes in western North Carolina than are described here. And to-do lists are meant to do, so I encourage you to do just that. Good luck and thanks for the comment.

As a Native of Western NC, I grew up running in these beautiful mountains. I hunted and fished, but never truly saw the beauty until I left WNC as an adult and set out on a career that took me from my native home. I moved back to WNC 11 years ago. The call of the mountains runs in the veins of us who grew up here. When I moved back I started hiking nearly every weekend. I believe your article is spot on. I have been to all the of places that you mentioned in your article. Some multiple times. They never get old. The beauty is breathtaking.

There are many others that you didn’t mention. Some are not well known but the beauty is still there on those not so well-traveled trails. I haven’t made it out West to do any hiking, but it is on my to-do list.

Great article and great job all around.

You’re welcome, Mabel.

The trail to Crabtree Falls gets steep and has wet rocks, so I can understand how it would be difficult after knee surgery, although it’s a very popular hike taken by many people of all experience and fitness levels.

I beg to differ, NC is just as if not prettier than The VA part of the BRPW. I lived in Roanoke for the better part of a decade, so YES I CAN JUDGE!

Yes, as the story title indicates, this story describes my picks for the best hikes on North Carolina’s section of the Blue Ridge Parkway. I’d welcome your suggestions here for hikes on Virginia’s section. Thanks.

Thanks, Greg. If I’m able to get to Virginia sometime, you will see that article.

Thanks for that info, Bernard, much appreciated.