The awe-inspiring Great Smoky Mountains, especially those in picturesque Western North Carolina, allure outdoor enthusiasts from all across the country. Twelve months a year, travelers young and old flock to the towns of Cherokee, Bryson City, Whittier, and Sylva to escape the city’s hustle. As you might imagine, adventure ensues around nearly every corner here in the heart of the profoundly dense Smoky Mountains, particularly for those with a penchant...