Whether it’s an evening stroll after work or a weekend excursion to a campsite in the hills, read on for six of our favorite places to get outside in and around the Queen City.
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Year of the Trail: 3 Mountain Trails for a Leaf-Peeping Bike Ride
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.
Take it Easy: 11 Cycling Trails Across the State
Many of these trails are part of larger greenway or rails-to-trails networks, making the opportunities for exploration nearly endless. All are bike- and kid-friendly, and most provide some level of parking and ADA access.
Joy Rides
Across North Carolina — in neighborhoods and on city streets, along beaches and through mountain forests — cyclists of every skill level find plenty of places to pedal.
Life Cycle
An avid cyclist whose love of riding began as a child shares the story of how he overcame a life-changing crash to hit the pedals again.
9 Can’t-Miss North Carolina Bike Paths
From shady riverside rides to paths beneath the pines, explore the state on two wheels.
Beyond Bluegrass in Wilkesboro
Sing a different tune in the foothills of the Brushy Mountains, where you’ll find hiking and mountain biking, apple orchards, famous festivals, and artisan craft trails.
Up, Up, and Away: 8 Outdoor Adventures Reaching New Heights in Hendersonville
Unwind at a vineyard with a view, go apple picking and cider sipping, paddle the French Broad, and watch the sun set behind the mountains on a trip filled with wild wonders.
Freedom on Wheels
A bicycle maker has turned his childhood sense of adventure into a career that lets him share the gift of pedaling through life’s ups and downs.
