The Appalachia Daily for June 20, 2026, Saturday

Date: June 20, 2026Flame Azalea Festival in RobbinsvilleThe Annual Graham County Flame Azalea Festival runs today from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM at Robbinsville High School. This free event features self-guided hikes through the azalea maze on Hooper Bald, live music, arts and crafts, food, and Cherokee demonstrations.Sources:2026-06 | grahamcountytravel.comWoodsy Woman Weekend & Bear Hair Gap Trail in BlairsvilleIn Blairsville, the Woodsy Woman Weekend continues with guided hikes on the Appalachian Trail. Nearby at Vogel State Park, the Bear Hair Gap Trail is a moderate four-mile loop through the forest with views of Lake Trahlyta. The Georgia State Fiddler’s Convention is also happening today at the Union County Schools Fine Arts Center.Sources:2026-06 | Georgia State Parks & local event listingsTurtle Creek Falls Trail near Turtletown, TennesseeIn the Turtletown area of Polk County, Tennessee, the Turtle Creek Falls trail is a moderate hike of about 3.5 to 4 miles round trip in the Cherokee National Forest. It features roughly 500–600 feet of elevation gain and leads to a scenic twin waterfall after following the creek and descending via switchbacks. Wildflowers are blooming along the trail this time of year.Fall Branch Falls Trail in the Blue Ridge AreaIn the Blue Ridge area, the Fall Branch Falls trail in the Aska Adventure Area is a shorter option of less than one mile round trip. It leads to a double waterfall surrounded by mountain laurel and rhododendron, making it a good choice for waterfall views without a long hike.Where to listenListen to the full newscast and subscribe at adu.riverrun.digitalProduced by River Run Digital Media https://media.riverrun.digitalAlso at https://www.facebook.com/groups/riverrundigitalmediahttps://x.com/RRDigital_mediaTake care of your neighbors, and they’ll take care of you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit adu.riverrun.digital