Shortoff Mountain sunset view over Linville Gorge.

A Shortoff Mountain Sunset Hike Was Almost as Chaotic as Black Balsam Knob

A local compares Black Balsam and Shortoff Mountain sunsets—two iconic WNC hikes with unexpectedly chaotic vibes, weddings, parties, and unforgettable views.

Full moon hike on Black Balsam Knob in Western North Carolina.

Lessons From My First Full-Moon Hike in Western North Carolina

I finally checked “full moon hike” off my Western North Carolina bucket list with a nighttime trek up Black Balsam. Here’s what I learned about timing, trails, and how to make a full moon hike actually magical.

A sunrise in Asheville. NC with a "Turn Lights On" street sign in the foreground.

The Best Sunrise Hikes in Asheville (and Western North Carolina)

I recently updated my list of favorite sunsets in Western North Carolina, so I thought it was only fair to … More

A sunset off the Blue Ridge Parkway in Western North Carolina

An Updated List of the Best Sunsets in Asheville (and Western North Carolina)

This blog includes all the best places to watch sunsets in Asheville and Western North Carolina.

Sometimes Instincts Are Correct

One of my New Year’s Resolutions was to get less annoyed by people. I’m of the belief that, in general, … More

You Never Know What You’re Going to Get at a Black Balsam Sunrise

Black Balsam knob is one of the most picturesque places in Western North Carolina, so you expect sunrise influencing. You don’t expect NSFW pregnancy photoshoots.