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It doesn't hurt that the region is blessed with amazing fall colors spreading across both mountains and valleys, yet the weather here is so mild you can still enjoy outdoor adventures well into the fall. You also aren't stressed about deciphering which mystery week is the perfect peak fall foliage week to visit. In the Western North Carolina mountains, we have so many elevations and micro-climates that the peak foliage season is the most extended in the U.S.
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Aerial Views of the Fall Foliage Whether you’re looking for a peaceful float or a heart-pounding freefall, view fall foliage from the air on one of Asheville’s many high altitude adventures. Sky dive, rock climb or ride a hot air balloon for fall color to the extreme. |
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With more than 135 independent restaurants and 40 tailgate markets, Asheville’s culinary scene comes alive in fall as creative chefs and locally-grown produce make for the ultimate autumn harvest. |
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Sure you can do the typical fall tour by putting on some comfortable shoes, grabbing your binoculars and camera, and heading out. Consider a fall tour twist–experience unique leaf looking via whitewater kayak, Segway, Jeep, train or llama. |
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This is a guide to the best scenic fall drives whether you're visiting in early fall (late September to early October), mid-fall (early late October) or late fall (late October to early November). |
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With the days growing cooler and fall foliage brightening every peak, autumn allows locals and visitors to soak in the area’s vibrant arts and crafts scene, from scenic craft heritage drives to arts or crafts classes to gallery hopping. |
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If you want to take your drive up a notch, we have a few ideas of how to be an extreme color hunter on two wheels. Experience fall drives with the wind in your hair. |
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Chasing the Monarch Butterflies From the middle of September and continuing for several weeks, the monarchs make their way through the Western North Carolina mountains, one of the few altitudes where the migration can be witnessed by humans. |
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With more than 2,000 miles of hiking and biking trails in the surrounding mountain terrain, Asheville has plenty of off-road paths. For a smooth ride, grab a road bike and venture onto America’s favorite scenic highway, the Blue Ridge Parkway. |
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