Maggie Valley doesn’t completely shut down in the winter. In fact, it’s this time of year when Cataloochee Ski Area , North Carolina’s first ski resort, comes alive.

Maggie Valley offers a short scenic drive to the ... featuring 18 slopes on 50 acres and Tube World (in the winter) are open seasonally and offer great slopes for snow skiing and tubing.

Haywood County will become a winter wonderland of activities during Ice Fest, spanning four days from Jan. 30-Feb. 2.

Feb. 2, is a celebration of all-things winter. In addition to signature events like the downtown Waynesville Ice Stroll or ...