North Fork fire nearly doubles in size, rain helps firefighters get 60% contained
The North Fork Fire in McDowell County grew in size Jan. 31 before receiving half an inch of rain overnight. The fire is now ...
Haywood County land acquisition conserves land for wildlife, clean water and scenic views
Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy purchased 407 acres in Haywood County to conserve land for wildlife, clean water ...
Where to hike post-Helene: Pisgah National Forest opens 64 trails, including Catawba Falls
Some Pisgah National Forest trails are open to visitors, including Catawba Falls, after Helene brought millions in damages to ...
Frigid temperatures transform Pisgah National Forest into a winter wonderland
The recent frigid temperatures have created dangerous conditions, but they have also transformed the Pisgah National Forest ...
Two wildfires burn in mountains of Helene-damaged North Carolina
Evacuation orders because of wildfires have ended in the North Carolina mountains where Hurricane Helene did damage 18 weeks ...
64 miles of trails re-open in Pisgah National Forest Grandfather Ranger District
The National Forests in North Carolina announced 64 miles of trails, including Catawba Falls have reopened in Pisgah National ...
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Beat the Winter Blues by Exploring North Carolina’s John Rock Trail, the Perfect Snowy Escape
This 5-mile hike takes you through the wintery woods of Pisgah National Forest. And just wait until you see the mountain view ...
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Advocates worry about North Carolina's old growth forests, damaged by Hurricane Helene
The old growth forests of Western North Carolina took a beating from Hurricane Helene. Now they've lost a bid for federal protection. This worries advocates that the forests could soon vanish.
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Grandfather Ranger District reopening additional 64 miles of trails including Catawba Falls
The Grandfather Ranger District in Pisgah National Forest has reopened 64 miles of trails, including Catawba Falls. These ...