Western NC (WNC) is the portion of North Carolina that spans the beautiful Appalachian Mountains. With over 11,000 square miles of coverage, this area is known to attract people from all parts of the country to enjoy the outdoors, award-winning food, and communities that immediately feel like home.
Western NC has something for everyone. You can spend an afternoon exploring the Blue Ridge Parkway with awe-inspiring overlooks and finish your day with a traditional BBQ dinner.
Some of the most popular things to do here in Western NC include visiting the Biltmore Estate - America’s largest private home - where you can tour the home, gardens, and winery. The Pisgah National Forest offers a number of hiking trails and waterfalls that you can enjoy with your family. You’re in proximity to adventure over to Boone for skiing and snowboarding during the winter months. Shopping, breweries, and culture are at your fingertips! You’ll never run out of things to do.
Western NC is located near several major cities, including:
Greenville, SC (64 miles)
Charlotte, NC (125 miles)
Raleigh-Durham (247 miles)
Charleston, SC (240 miles)
Atlanta, GA (208 miles)
Augusta, GA (183 miles)
Savannah, GA (312 miles)
If traveling to Western NC by air, the Asheville Regional Airport is located in Fletcher, North Carolina with a large number of connecting flights from larger cities. The Greenville/Spartanburg International Airport is located an hour away from Asheville and the Charlotte/Douglas International airport is two hours.
