Those of y'all who haven't visited WNC, it's definitely worth a trip. The scenery is gorgeous and seems to go on forever. I haven't been down to where mD is, but I frequent Asheville, Hendersonville, and Brevard and it's just an awesome place to be if you're into the outdoors. Transylvania County has numerous waterfalls and driving along the valley is relaxing and scenic. They actually filmed a lot of Hunger Games in and around Dupont State Forest.

I'm in that area every weekend when I'm not in Raleigh or CLT. (and that's also where I fill up my car)