From rustic hikes to elegant farm-to-table dinners, there are many ways to get outside in Montgomery County.
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The Smoky Mountain Fish Whisperer
A renowned fishing guide in Robbinsville knows just where to find the Smokies’ favorite catch.
NC Icons: Trout Fishing
Anglers come from all around to fish the cold, clear waters of the Great Smoky Mountains, where trout is the prize.
Exploring the Outdoors in Randolph County
See otters bathing near a historic dam, enjoy a day kayaking surrounded by the beautiful Uwharrie Mountains, and find peace away from the hustle and bustle of the city in the heart of North Carolina.
Year of the Trail: 3 Paddling Trails
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.
6 Ways to Enjoy the Water in Halifax County
This summer, swim, fish, wake-surf, paddle, and explore the creeks, lakes, rivers, and rapids of Halifax County. Plus, a few favorite spots to grab a bite after your outdoor adventure.
From Land to Sea in Elizabeth City
Before the Pasquotank River flows into Albemarle Sound, it passes by a historic and welcoming coastal town known as the “Harbor of Hospitality.”
A Weekend in High Point
Catch a High Point Rockers baseball game, fuel up at a food hall, slip and glide down a waterslide, and stay at a boutique hotel on a weekend trip to this Piedmont city.
A Voice for the River
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.