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08/28/2026

Happy ! 💙⛰️

There’s just something special about Haywood County, NC. It’s a place to grow up, put down roots, make lifelong memories, or simply visit and feel a connection that stays with you long after you leave.

These mountains have a way of becoming part of you. Whether you call the 828 home or carry a little piece of it in your heart, let’s keep loving, caring for, and protecting this place for generations to come.

Who else is proud to live, visit, and love the #828? 🙋‍♀️

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08/25/2026

Happy 110th Birthday, National Park Service! 🥳

Celebrate today (8/25) with a Fee-Free Day—which means no parking tag required in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park 🙌⛰️

Hit the trail, chase a view, and celebrate the Smokies! What’s your go-to spot? 👇

08/24/2026

🔥🍖 Bens Backdraft Barbecue is serving up some serious BBQ goodness!

The hardest part? Deciding what to order. 👀 Are you going brisket, pulled pork, pulled chicken, ribs, or a little bit of everything? Tell us your go-to order below! 👇

08/23/2026

Summer isn’t over yet! ☀️💦 There’s still plenty of time to squeeze every last drop out of the season in Haywood County, NC.

Chase a waterfall, cool off in a mountain swimming hole, paddle across a peaceful lake, and soak up those long summer days surrounded by the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains. 💙⛰️

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08/22/2026

There’s no better time to visit the Haywood's Historic Farmers Market and fill your bag with fresh, locally grown summer favorites. Stop by on Saturdays from 9AM–12 PM, then keep the day going with a stroll through Downtown Waynesville for local shops, bites, and plenty of small-town charm. 🛍️☀️

08/21/2026

Follow along with Visit Haywood | Haywood County, NC’s content manager as she and her pup explore the Dahlia Ridge Trail at Haywood Community College! 🐾🌿🌞
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This beautiful 3.5-mile trail system is the perfect spot to get outside and enjoy Haywood County on a summer day. With plenty of connecting trails, you can easily customize your adventure and make your hike shorter.
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🐶Bringing your pup? Remember to always pick up after your pets and so everyone can enjoy this special place.

08/20/2026

Your camera roll called…it needs more Haywood County sunsets. 🌄📱

08/19/2026

Craving something sweet? 🍪 You know that glass case at Grateful Table in Canton is calling your name. 👀

Scratch-made chocolate chip cookies, muffins, breads, scones, and plenty more treats are just sitting there looking way too tempting. Go ahead…you know you want it. 😉

08/18/2026

It's no secret that the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic boasts dozens of zip codes with vibrant outdoor scenes, an active lifestyle, and access to amazing adventures. Now we are asking you to select your favorites in 2026 for our 16th annual Top Adventure Towns showdown!

08/18/2026

Sound on. 🔊🌿
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Take a peaceful pause and listen to the sounds of Haywood County, NC 💚 Sometimes, the best soundtrack is already playing.