Whether you’re looking for a thrilling day at the races, a hiking adventure on a historic dirt track, or you want to ride shotgun in a souped-up car with a pro, there are plenty of places to experience — and celebrate — the history of racing in our state.
Find yourself surrounded by birdcalls and wildflowers as you welcome the season with a walk in the woods — through old-growth forests, along mountain summits, and past clear, cold creeks.
Paddle along the Intracoastal Waterway, traverse across sand dunes, and pass by a World War II artillery bunker while exploring these coastal trails.
From fossil pits to a helicopter simulator, the littlest Carolinians will discover wonder at these one-of-a-kind museum exhibits across the state.
This town in the Sandhills calls to the greats. Writers, athletes, chefs, and creatives of all kinds come to this part of Moore County, where, among the longleaf pines, inspiration awaits.
Even in North Carolina’s biggest city, there’s nothing like a breezy afternoon filled with fresh air and sunshine.
Keep your cool this summer by whitewater rafting, kayaking, and fly-fishing in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains.
In our biggest city, shining skyscrapers form a glass-and-concrete jungle. But there’s plenty of fresh air here, too: in breezy beer gardens, at elevated rooftop restaurants, and on pretty streetside patios.
Discover family-friendly outdoor adventures on special trails across the state.
