It’s historic, unique, and unusual—and it’s a gas station. They don’t make them like this anymore. Located in a residential area of Winston-Salem, this gas station is shaped like an old clam shell. Built in the 1930s, the station’s unique design, made from stucco over wood and wireframe, was part of a creative marketing strategy….
Nestled in the center of Pisgah National Forest, North Carolina, Looking Glass Rock invites every hiker, rock climber, and nature lover. Whether you’re starting at the Looking Glass Rock trailhead for a rewarding hike or gearing up for some of the best Looking Glass Rock climbing in the Southeast, this destination promises an unforgettable experience. Some…
There are several stories about how the charming small town of Cashiers, North Carolina came to be known by the peculiar name of Cashiers. Some say that Cashiers was a star racehorse, a trusty mule, or even an eccentric hermit. Local historical records indicate that Colonel John Zachary—who helped establish the town in the 1830s—chose…
No great American road trip is complete without driving along the winding roads of the breathtaking Blue Ridge Parkway. The Blue Ridge Parkway is over 460 miles long, and spans North Carolina and Virginia. There is no better way to experience the enchanting beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains than to drive through some of…
Motorists know that they’re in for the ride of their life when they spy a fierce dragon statue with gleaming red eyes. A stretch of road situated between Tennessee and North Carolina known as the Tail of the Dragon attracts daredevils from all over the world. The Tail of the Dragon—otherwise known as US 129—features…
