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Blue Ridge Mountains

Greetings Adventurer!

We're Larry and Jenn, locals and here to help you find your next Blue Ridge Mountain adventure. These historic mountains are full of tons of places to visit, scenic vistas to enjoy, waterfalls to explore, and trails to hike.  

Based out of Waynesville NC, we not only adventure here, we live here as well.  

Welcome to Blue Ridge Mountain Life!

Top of Mount LeConte

Destinations

Welcome to the Blue Ridge Mountains, a stunning mountain range in the eastern part of the United States. The Blue Ridge Mountains span several states with each offering its own unique charm, attractions, culture and adventures!

Our guides will help you find the very best places to visit and things to see and do during your Blue Ridge Mountains Visit. Use our destination guides below as a starting point to plan your adventure!

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

The most popular national park in the United States, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, delivers hundreds of miles of hiking trails, waterfalls, historical sites, scenic views, and more!

The park is also home to many types of wildlife, including Elk and Black Bears. 

North Carolina Mountains - Long distance mountain view with a vivid rainbow.

The Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina receive more visitors each year than any other state, and for good reason! There are many small towns, waterfalls, and high elevation scenic views. 

NC also includes the beautiful city of Asheville and the famous Blue Ridge Parkway.

The North Georgia Mountains have beautiful small mountain towns, including the well-known town of Blue Ridge and the alpine themed town of Helen.

The flowing hills of the Georgia mountains are home to many wineries, hiking trails, waterfalls, and attractions as well.  

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Who Are We?

We're Larry and Jenn, mountain locals and Blue Ridge Mountain travel and outdoor experts.

We're locals that live near Waynesville and Maggie Valley NC. We have been living in, exploring, hiking, and photographing the Blue Ridge Mountains for more than 15 years. We love these mountains and enjoy sharing our Blue Ridge Mountain adventures with YOU. You'll find lots of beautiful photos, helpful guides, tips, videos, and more, here on Blue Ridge Mountain Life.

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