Venture to the Sandhills to look for wildlife on a walk through the longleaf pines in Weymouth Woods, discover charming boutiques and pubs, and meander along the pathways of a beautiful garden.
A Local’s Guide to Durham
Take a trip to this modern Southern city to wander through the butterfly house at the Museum of Life and Science, take a hike in Eno River State Park, and explore the local food scene downtown.
5 Items for Your October To-Do List
Eat, pick, carve, collect, and decorate pumpkins of all kinds in North Carolina this month.
21 Artists of the Parkway
The scenic drive from Cherokee to the Virginia state line guarantees beauty in more ways than one. Take a detour off the Blue Ridge Parkway to meet some of the artists inspired by our majestic mountains, wild landscapes, and natural diversity — and to appreciate a different sort of view.
8 Lovely Lookouts
These inns, resorts, and B&Bs in our mountains provide a place to recharge between your autumn adventures — plus, the views are gorgeous.
7 Perfect Pumpkin Recipes to Try This Fall
From pumpkin biscuits with orange-honey butter to a zesty pumpkin soup, savor the season of spice with these delicious dishes.
8 Home Canning Recipes from the Our State Archives
From a 1951 recipe for watermelon rind pickles to a contemporary chowchow, these preserves are timeless — and delicious.
Nancy’s Pineapple Molasses Cake
Break out your Bundt pan for this ultra-moist cake, which has made Nancy Futrell famous in Denton.
High on the Hog: 11 Delicious North Carolina Barbecue Joints
There’s no lack of incredible barbecue joints here, but you can begin to cover your bases with this tasty tour across the state.
