In western North Carolina, 4,000 miles of clear, cool streams and lakes provide a robust habitat for our endemic fish and the anglers who are eager to reel them in.
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Wild Ponies, Mountain Creeks, and the New River
Your fall adventure guide to exploring Grayson County.
Fair Winds & Following Seas
As he waves a fond farewell to the family boat, a writer looks back on the ways that it opened his eyes to the watery wonders of North Carolina.
A Waterman’s Wisdom
At his seafood market in Jacksonville, a seasoned fisherman shows his customers that when it comes to our coast and the rich bounty it provides, the world is their oyster.
8 Ways to Play at Jordan Lake
Spend warm summer days splashing in the water, boating around the shore, and pitching a tent in this slice of wilderness spanning Chatham and Wake counties.
Go Fish: Where to Cast a Line in North Carolina
Whether you’re on the deck of a boat or wearing waders in a mountain stream: For those who fish for fun or sport, there’s nothing like that telltale tug.
5 Ways to Discover Surf City
Fill your days with coastal playtime between the ocean, parks, and sound at this homegrown family beach.
Best in Shad
When a beloved catch returns to North Carolina’s fresh waters to spawn, residents of a Pitt County town set their sights — and lines — on an annual spring celebration.
The Healing Power of a Bath County Getaway
A hike in the crisp mountain air or a soak in the natural hot springs lets you rejuvenate Mother Nature’s way on the western edge of Virginia.
