Grandfather Mountain

Steve’s take

The Mile High Swinging Bridge is exactly what it sounds like — a suspension bridge at 5,280 feet that sways in the wind while your family walks across it trying to look brave. The views of the Blue Ridge Mountains are some of the best on the East Coast. There's also a small nature museum with bears, otters, and cougars. About forty-five minutes off I-40. Your kids will either conquer the bridge or refuse to cross it. Either way, great content for the family group chat.