The director of JC Raulston Arboretum is North Carolina’s Indiana Jones of plants. He travels to some of the world’s most remote locations, braving treacherous landscapes and dangerous beasts in search of rare species to bring back to his shrine of flora.
The Catawba River flows freely through the Blue Ridge Mountains, pours into North Carolina’s “Inland Sea” — Lake Norman — and winds past urban Charlotte. At every turn, this waterway’s champion is the Catawba Riverkeeper.
Dip your toe into the Eno River, marvel at Hickory Nut Falls, and stroll alongside Singletary Lake on these easy-going trails.
A growing number of businesses, organizations, and attractions across the state are making the adventures that every North Carolinian should experience more accessible than ever.
Those seeking comfort, peace, or solitude find quiet places for contemplation and prayer at these picturesque destination churches.
Each month, we’re celebrating North Carolina’s official Year of the Trail by exploring amazing places to hike, bike, walk, and play across the state.
An advertising campaign in the mid-20th century touted North Carolina as a vacationer’s paradise — no matter what types of destinations and activities travelers sought.
Paddle, hike, bike, and spot wildlife on these trails along the river.
Meet Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, hosts of the NC Food & Beverage Podcast and Food category judges of this year’s Made in NC Awards.
