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For almost 150 years, the McGuire family has been providing high quality dental care to Sylva and the surrounding North Carolina communities. Although dentistry changed dramatically over that time, the McGuire family maintained one simple goal: provide all patients with the finest dental services in a comfortable, empathetic atmosphere...
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Hiking Abounds
Some of the best hiking in and around Jackson County is found along the Blue Ridge Parkway as it gently meanders the county’s eastern edge. Within a 30-mile stretch you can hike Waterrock Knob (6,292 feet), Richland Balsam (6,410 feet) and the imposing Devil’s Courthouse (5,723 feet).
Additionally, a trail at Wet Camp Gap offers a short, easy hike to a mile-high meadow with awesome views of the Pisgah National Forest. The Mountains-To-Sea Trail can also be accessed at Wet Camp Gap.
While not as high as its brethren, Devil’s Courthouse is memorable for spectacular rock outcroppings at its peak. The park service has a paved trail of 0.8 miles (roundtrip) leading to a summit that provides a view of four states: North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Tennessee.
Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost Locations:
Waterrock Knob – Milepost 451
Richland Balsam – Milepost 431
Wet Camp Gap – Milepost 427
Devil’s Courthouse – Milepost 422.5