After moving to North Carolina in the 1960s, a former Northerner has found excitement in small towns and cities across the state.
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Year of the Trail: 3 Boardwalk 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.
Paradise on the Pamlico in Washington
See wildlife from a kayak, explore the estuary by boat, discover waterfront restaurants and shopping, and enjoy down-home Carolina cooking in this welcoming riverside town.
Your Guide to Washington
This former port town perched on the Pamlico River is full of waterfront history, charm, and adventure.
5 Ways to Spend a Weekend in Little Washington
Make the most of your visit to this charming town on the Pamlico River.
Crabby Chic at Washington Crab
A seafood processing company — and its modest restaurant nearby — has been a family-owned mainstay in Beaufort County for more than half a century. Folks don’t come here for fancy cocktails or waterfront views — they come for the catch of the day and the friendly small-town feel.
Waterfront Walks & Historic Talks in Washington
Uncover the legacy of this former port town on the Pamlico River with the help of five historic walking tours.
Don’t Wake the Baby!
A quirky — and somewhat controversial — rock-a-bye baby contest was held in Washington in 1934.
A Locals’ Guide to Downtown Washington
In and around the original Washington, the river meets the sound, old structures are given a new purpose, and life above and below the water is in constant transition.
