Mountain Biking is Booming in Appalachia—But What Does It Take to Get Trails Built? Jess Daddio|January 14, 2019 Throughout Appalachia, towns are embracing multiuse trail projects to help diversify their economies and improve community wellness.
On Little White Oak Mountain, A Would-Be Neighborhood is Now a Public Park Graham Averill|December 17, 2018 The new development plan includes Polk County's first-ever multiuse trail system built with mountain bikers in mind.
Missing Link in the Mountains-to-Sea Trail Completed Graham Averill|December 12, 2018 Backpackers can now avoid several miles of road walking when hiking between Clingmans Dome and Stone Mountain State Park.
Best Hikes in Tennessee Liz Dengler|December 4, 2018 From family-friendly strolls to multi-day adventures, these top 10 hikes in Tennessee offer something for everyone.
A Play Wave Is Coming to Asheville, North Carolina Graham Averill|November 16, 2018 Each summer, thousands of tubers flock to the lazy French Broad River in Asheville, but soon, the waterway will attract surfers and freestyle kayakers, too.
Guide to Rocky Fork State Park Graham Averill|November 7, 2018 Spend some time poking around and you’ll find towering cliffs, deep swimming holes and expansive views at Rocky Fork State Park in Tennessee.
The Green Race is Coming Graham Averill|October 30, 2018 The Green Race is a lightning-fast downriver time trial held the first Saturday of each November on the Green River in Saluda, North Carolina.
The Most Punishing Running Race You’ve Never Heard Of Megan Michelson|October 25, 2018 Unlike most ultramarathons, Big’s Backyard Ultra, held in a backyard in Tennessee, has no set distance or finish time. Participants continue running an endless loop until there’s only one person left standing.
A Classic North Carolina Winter Climbing Destination Is Open Again Graham Averill|October 18, 2018 Sauratown Mountain has a new approach trail and freshly negotiated access for climbers.
Headwaters State Forest Is Open to Hikers Graham Averill|October 2, 2018 In September, a 6,730-acre tract along the North Carolina-South Carolina border known as Headwaters State Forest was opened to the public.
REI Presents: Safe Haven Jonathan Olivier|September 25, 2018 Memphis residents are embracing an outdoors lifestyle by climbing, cycling and paddling in an effort to inspire their communities, reduce poverty and lead healthier lives.
A New Trail Paves the Way for Human-Powered Transit in Charlotte, North Carolina Graham Averill|September 24, 2018 Charlotte is in the process of completing the Cross Charlotte Trail, a 30-mile network of greenways that will connect neighborhoods, parks and businesses.
