Coasting the Mountains: A Guide to Western North Carolina

by Carolyn Lee Goodloe, Jolane Edwards, Laurel Wilson, et al.

Book Overview

"For me, it captures the character of the western North Carolina mountains."
-Winston Groom, author of Forrest Gump

Centering on Asheville and trekking out for sixty miles in all directions, this lighthearted, personal guide focuses on all the attractions of the region. Western North Carolina, bordering Virginia, Tennessee, and Georgia, attracts five million visitors annually.

This region offers the tourist and resident breathtaking...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1565548299
• ISBN13: 9781565548299
• Release Date: March 2008
• Publisher: Pelican Publishing Company
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

A Great Key to Unlock the Treasures of the Mountains in N.C.

As a former North Carolina resident, our secret's out. "Coasting theMountains" depicts Western North Carolina as a magical place full of thefinest arts and crafts, antiques and an abundance of natural beauty andoutdoor activities. And it is! This guidebook covers a 200 milestretch from Murphy to Boone and uncovers lots of hidden treasures alongthe way. It's a fun read too, with unusual facts and recipes. Mypersonal favorite: Kudzu Jelly!

A Jaunty Read Even for the Armchair Traveler

Editorial ReviewCall dibs on the shotgun seat as four enthusiastic travelers take you on a lively ride through western North Carolina in "Coasting the Mountains". The authors are friends...whose love of discovery shines through. Their personal insights validate our enthusiasm for places we've visited and whet our appetites for those we haven't. Scattered throughout the book are recipes gathered during their rambles as well as boxes with notes of interest, little-known facts and insider tips. Plus they steer travelers to the best shopping and antiquing."Coasting the Moutains" is thorough and a lot more fun than most guidebooks. Excerpted from The Atlanta Journal-Constitution September 16, 2001