2 North Carolina Towns Voted As The Best Small Towns For Adventure
USA Today recently had their readers vote for their “10 best” campaign. One of those categories was “The Best Small Towns for Adventure”. And not one but two North Carolina…
Linville Falls near the Blue Ridge Parkway, North Carolina, in early fall.
Eifel Kreutz/Getty Images PlusUSA Today recently had their readers vote for their "10 best" campaign. One of those categories was "The Best Small Towns for Adventure". And not one but two North Carolina towns made the top 10 list! And both are on opposite ends of the state, showcasing the true diversity North Carolina offers. Summer is the perfect time to get outdoors whether you enjoy hiking, biking, kayaking, or something else. I was surprised at the top spot on this list, it was actually a town I had never heard of. Whereas the destination I would have guessed would have that spot came in at number 8.
The other thing that surprised me, is that as someone who is not that into outdoor adventures I've been to a fair amount of these. It's not too late to plan your summer getaway and each of these small towns offers something unique to make it a fantastic option! Or as a handful are mountain towns there could be a good ski trip destination this winter. We've got multiple areas of the country covered as well, so whether you want to fly or drive one of these is doable!
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The Best Small Towns For Adventure
According to USA Today Readers
10. Gorham, New Hampshire
Gorham is tucked in the Androscoggin Valley of New Hampshire adjacent to the picturesque Presidential Mountain Range making it the perfect adventure destination.
9. Beaufort , North Carolina
This coastal town gives adventure lovers plenty of options on the water and off!
8. Jackson Hole, Wyoming
It's no surprise this mountain town near the Grand Tetons makes the list, the only shock is it's not higher on the list!
7. Sheridan, Wyoming
Sheridan is halfway between Yellowstone and Mt. Rushmore on the eastern side of Wyoming. Adventure lovers can roam the open range on horseback, backpack, or fish in the Wyoming waters.
6. Stowe, Vermont
Any season is the perfect time to take in all that this Vermont mountain town has to offer.
5. Boone, NC
This college town in the Blue Ridge Mountains is just steps away from hiking, rafting, and more.
4. North Conway, New Hampshire
Its location at the base of Mt. Washington propelled North Conway to the 4th spot on this list.
3. Taos, New Mexico
Taos while home to rich history also has some of the best rafting in New Mexico!
2. Ellicottville, New York
The self-described Western New York playground for outdoor fun is Ellicottville. Activities include skiing and snowboarding, golf, mountain biking, hiking, fishing, paddle boarding, and kayaking.
1. Savanna, Illinois
Located along the Mississippi River is Savanna Illinois. It's the beginning of the Great River Bike Trail, which is 60 miles of trails. It's also home to the Mississippi Palisades State Park.
