Towns welcoming visitors in western North Carolina
Towns across western North Carolina are slowly rebuilding weeks after Hurricane Helene devastated the region. Part of that process includes welcoming visitors. Why it matters: Tourism plays a massive role in the economy of many of these mountain communities,
Following Hurricane Helene, these western North Carolina towns are open and eager for tourists
Following Hurricane Helene, several western North Carolina towns are currently seeking visitors this fall foliage season. Here are tips for visiting responsibly.
List of Western North Carolina towns open for visitors following Helene
FOX Carolina has a list of towns and other areas in western North Carolina that are now open to visitors as well as those that have not opened following the devastation left by Helene.
While parts of western North Carolina are off-limits, other mountain towns seek fall tourists
Parts of western North Carolina remain off-limits to tourists as the recovery from Helene continues. But other mountain communities are eager to welcome fall visitors to help keep their small businesses afloat as they try to get back to normal.
These North Carolina towns are eager for visitors to boost local economy post-Helene
While Asheville and other Western North Carolina cities are just beginning to rebuild in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene, some lesser-hit North Carolina areas are ready to welcome back visitors.
These North Carolina Towns Are Open And Need Your Business
North Carolina is a beloved travel destination all year round, especially in the fall and early summer, when its natural beauty really shines. While much of the western part of the state is still recovering from widespread devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, some areas are open for business and in need of visitors.
North Carolina outage map: Nearly 200,000 still without power Sunday due to Helene
More than a week after storms from Hurricane Helene ripped through the Southeast, hard-hit Western North Carolina is still recovering.
Families in western North Carolina rebuild in the wake of Hurricane Helene: "This is home"
Helene devastated towns in western North Carolina. Three weeks later, dozens of people are missing and thousands are without power. Volunteers, donations and search and rescue teams have poured in.
Parts of Western NC remain closed after Helene — but some towns welcome fall leaf visitors
After Hurricane Helene, it’s tricky determining which areas are safe to visit, see fall leaves and support local shops and restaurants. Use caution and check out maps in advance.
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