What’s Your Mountain Personality?
The mountains are calling—famously. If you’re ready to give in to the age-old adage beckoning you to Western NC this fall, take our quiz to find your mountain-town match made in heaven.
Who are you heading west with?
a. The gals or guys
b. My significant other
c. My parents
d. Me, myself & I
Preferred place to stay?
a. A chic but artsy hotel room
b. A homey cabin
c. An inn with a spa
d. A tent—or even a hammock
Top priority while on mountain time?
a. Beer, second only to live music
b. Hiking with a side of winter sports—weather permitting
c. A walkable main street + quiet evenings
d. As much time in the woods as possible
Mountain attire of choice?
a. Flowy boho layers—or a vintage Grateful Dead shirt
b. Blundstones and a flatback hat
c. Linen button-downs and sleek but comfy pants
d. I’m not afraid to break out my Chacos
Top of your to-do list in the morning?
a. Finding a cute coffee shop
b. Checking ticket prices for the App State football game
c. Pastries and coffee in pajamas
d. Lighting a fire and cooking up breakfast
Mountain must-have?
a. Film camera
b. Fishing pole and tackle—just in case there’s time
c. A read akin to Delia Owens’ Where the Crawdads Sing
d. Instant coffee and a camp mug
The perfect mountain day consists of:
a. Hozier-esque tunes at an outdoor venue
b. Caving followed by a pint & pub food
c. Window shopping with frequent stops for a glass of vino
d. Chasing waterfalls and swimming holes
Ideal soundtrack?
a. “Julia” by Mt. Joy
b. “All That And More” by Rainbow Kitten Surprise
c. “Everywhere” by Fleetwood Mac
d. “The Swimming Song” by Loudon Wainwright III
Mostly A’s: Head to Asheville
It’s a little taste of everything: The Land of the Sky is your move for fun, food and booze followed by a drive down the Parkway.
Must-go’s: Hellbender, Hole Doughnuts, Neng Jr’s, Lazy Diamond, Antidote Cocktail Lounge
Mostly B’s: Head to the High Country
Searching for all the best parts of a college town from sports to live music with a side of mountain muck and mire via skiing, snowboarding, caving, fishing and more? Boone and Blowing Rock have you on lock.
Must-go’s: Come Back Shack, Beech Mountain Resort, Basil’s, Linville Caverns, Town Tavern
Mostly C’s: Head to Highlands
You’re yearning for a secluded and quaint getaway with all the charm a small Southern town can muster—plus views for days and hiking nearby if the mood strikes.
Must-go’s: Old Edwards Inn and Spa, Mountain Fresh Grocery, Dry Falls, Highlander Mountain House
Mostly D’s: Head to Brevard
We get it, you’re outdoorsy—and the Blue Ridge Mountains give you good reason to be. Lace up and go off the grid via myriad trails in the Pisgah National Forest, but don’t forget to grab a beer or a sweet treat on your way out.
Must-go’s: Dolly’s Dairy Bar, Whaleback Swimming Hole, Frying Pan Tower, Oskar Blues Brewery
