Skip the hours of research. We've mapped out our favorite family adventures across the Blue Ridge Mountains- from Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountains to Brevard, DuPont State Forest, Asheville, and beyond.

Inside you'll find waterfalls worth the stop, swimming holes, scenic overlooks, playgrounds, easy hikes, hidden gems, and practical tips to help you make the most of your trip.

We travel with two young kids, so we're always looking for adventures that are magical, manageable, and genuinely worth the drive. This guide is a collection of the places we'd enthusiastically recommend to our closest friends.