A sampling of winter hikes through landscapes offered by the Urban Wilderness, Frozen Head, and the Smokies.
Leaves Falling from Sky
True to its name, Lone Mountain State Forest offers a hiker and his canine companion solitude and a shower of autumnal splendor.
Birding and Bonding
Seven Islands birdwatching hike along the French Broad River blends wildlife, fellowship and a taste of sumac berries.