5 Classic Adventures That Make Us Happy The Blue Ridge Is Home

A scenic view from the Roan Highlands. Photo by Steve Yocom

Absence certainly makes the heart grow fonder. With stay-at-home orders in place, most of us have been keeping our outdoor recreation low-key with neighborhood bike rides, repetitive running routes, and backyard campouts. And that’s left us pining for what we love most about the Blue Ridge—the iconic adventures that make the South such a special part of the country to explore. With that in mind, we’re celebrating a handful of all-time favorites, the region’s classic scenic escapes that we can’t wait to revisit. 

Climbing in Kentucky’s Red River Gorge. Photo by David Sorich. Climbing the Red

A beloved natural gem in the South, Kentucky’s Red River Gorge is a coveted rock playground visited by climbers across the country. Located in eastern Kentucky’s Daniel Boone National Forest,