EXPERIENCE OUR NATIVE FLAME AZALEAS

GRAHAM COUNTY North Carolina is home to a rare native stand of flame azaleas known for their extremely large blossom size. The Hooper Bald Flame Azaleas have beautiful blossoms with the colors ranging from a scarlet red to a brilliant orange to a lemon yellow. Robbinsville was designated as an official Azalea City by the Azalea Society of America for its citizens efforts to protect and promote local flame azaleas.

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FLAME AZALEA FESTIVAL

SAT JUNE 20

10 AM – 6 PM

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TOUR THE AZALEA MAZE

courtesy of the Joyce Kilmer Partners

Visit the Joyce Kilmer-Slickrock Wilderness Partners booth at the Flame Azalea Festival to learn about the history of Hooper Bald and the rare stand of native flame azaleas that grow there. Leave with maps and tips to explore the Azalea Maze and the unique environment on top of Hooper Bald.

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TOP WAYS TO EXPERIENCE OUR FLAME AZALEA BLOOMS

Our famed flame azaleas are best viewed on Hooper Bald along the Cherohala Skyway between Robbinsville and the Tennes see/North Carolina border in mid June.

But there are many ways to experience these beautiful blossoms even if your visit does not coincide with peak season.

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A group of hikers in colorful attire walks along a lush green trail
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Five musicians perform on stage at the Azalea Festival
Musicians perform on stage at the Azalea Festival
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Vibrant orange azalea flowers with delicate stamens
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The sign states "Native Flame Azalea, 6 years old, $35, shades of orange."
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