This Small North Carolina Town Is the Perfect Fall Escape—and It's Only 1.5 Hours From Asheville

Banner Elk has some of the best fall foliage in the state, plus apple orchards and Grandfather Mountain views.
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7 Western NC towns among 9 most scenic in the state: See why, World Atlas analysis

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. Some of ...