For some of the best rhododendron views in North Carolina, you’ll have to hop in the car — and then take a hike!
When you need an outdoor escape, check out these nine easy-to-get-to, quick-to-hike trails in the Triangle, Charlotte, and beyond.
North Carolina’s piers are stalwart landmarks for families and fishermen. Cast a line, take a stroll, breathe in the salty air — and order that ice cream cone. This is your official NC pier bucket list.
Consider these breezy retreats when planning your next trip to the North Carolina coast.
Check out 16 waterfalls that you can drive to, hike to, or explore with your kids.
Try these 16 North Carolina wine and cheese pairings for a delicious taste of our state.
The next time you take a road trip, roll down your windows and turn up the volume on Our State’s curated Spotify playlist featuring 45 songs by North Carolina artists.
Discover 22 of our favorite mountain spots to see stunning fall color.
Satisfy your curiosity by going off the beaten path to visit some of our state’s wild, wonderful, and yes, sometimes (lovably) wacky small museums.
Enjoy a magical snow day, any day: Here are a few of Our State’s favorite spots to ice-skate, ski, snowboard, snow tube, and sled.
Explore our state’s scenery: From Gorges State Park in the Blue Ridge Mountains to Jockey’s Ridge State Park on the Outer Banks, make a day trip to a spot near you or a New Year’s resolution to hike them all!
It’s cold outside! Grab a glass, gather ’round the fire with a gorgeous view, and warm up in wine country.
This is destination dining: Across North Carolina, acclaimed restaurants serve up fine food — and unforgettable experiences.
Shake up your spring strolls by seeking out a masterpiece.
Across the state, there are plenty of great places to spot birds of all different shapes, sizes, and colors. Here are a few of our favorites.
Take a trip down the North Carolina coast to see our seven towering landmarks: Once guiding lights for sailing ships, they now serve as beacons of coastal beauty and history.
Ten places to stop and look up in North Carolina.
Load up your basket at these farmers stands and markets.
Cover your barbecue bases with this tasty tour.
Watch the leaves change from these 10 beautiful mountain stays.
These 10 seafood markets make eating hook-to-fork a breeze — no matter where you are in the state.
9 places to see sparkling Christmas lights this season.
Flaky buttermilk drop biscuits, creamy potato and sausage casserole, and soul-warming chicken and cabbage soup were among your favorite recipes in January. Find out what else made the list.
For only three days each week, a former hosiery mill building in the foothills becomes a barbecue destination powered by a hardworking family.
When demand for tobacco and cotton diminished, this one-square-mile Halifax County town followed suit. Now, one couple is revitalizing Littleton into a lively location once more.
Each year, Our State celebrates the very best in North Carolina craftsmanship with the Made in NC Awards. Meet the talented artisans who won top honors in 2022 — and watch them at work.
