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"Getting out in nature during an East Coast winter doesn’t have to mean shivering in a snowstorm for hours on end. Roughly half the season’s days boast a high temperature in the 50s—perfect for hiking more than 800 miles of trails. Start the day by taking in the views at Newfound Gap on the Tennessee–North Carolina border, then hike to craggy Alum Cave or explore the old-timey wooden structures at Cades Cove. At night, stargaze by the fire at Cades Cove Campground." - Emily Pennington