Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina

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Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina | Whether soaking in the views from the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway or camping in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the breathtaking mountain views will inspire and refresh you. Here, a variety of outdoor activities are at your fingertips with accommodations spanning from tent-living to remote and cozy cabins. In the summer, the soft blue haze settling over the mountains is especially quixotic.