Springtime in the Mountain Highlands is a special time. The mountains come alive with the infamous ramp, the blacksheep cousin of the leek. Ramps are known for their pungent odor and medicinal properties. Many communities in the Highlands region celebrate the coming of spring with Ramp feeds and festivals. Spring rains swell rivers and streams making this a great time to stretch your winter-weary legs and start the whitewater season early.
Spring is also a great time to think fishing.
This is a great time to explore the National and State Forests, plus our state parks offer family outdoor packages like spring wilkdflower walks and other natural options. The warm-weather season is also the time to think about reserving that special ride on five scenic trains that traverse the valleys and mountainsides of the Highlands. There's nothing finer than stepping back in time, listening to the sound of that lonesome whistle while taking in some of the most beautiful scenery to be found anywhere. Looking to the summer travel season, don't forget underground explorations. Our commercial caverns offer a constant 56 degrees.