"A sprawling Appalachian conservation area known for rugged river valleys and scenic mountain scenery, offering outdoor recreation and gateway access from nearby small towns that serve as launch points for hiking, climbing, and river-centric adventures." - Caroline Eubanks Caroline Eubanks Caroline Eubanks is a Lowell Thomas Award-winning travel writer and the author of “This Is My South: The Essential Travel Guide to the Southern States.” Her work has been published by Condé Nast Traveler, Garden & Gun, Architectural Digest, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines