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North Carolina’s Most Underrated Old-Growth Forest You Need to Visit

Stand among towering hardwood giants when you explore the special Joyce Kilmer Wilderness in Western North Carolina.

by Beth Copenhaver
on Feb 18
a small trail in the midst of grassy green land with large trees in the background
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Explore One of North Carolina’s Prettiest, Cleanest Lakes at Nantahala National Forest

by Kelly Carroll
on Dec 2
Blue-green water of Nantahala Lake surrounded by trees with blue skys.
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We Stumbled Upon A Hidden Bamboo Forest In North Carolina

by Chris Dodge
on Jun 5
A serene pathway lined with tall bamboo trees, leading to a bright, open area in the distance.
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The Under-the-Radar Destination in North Carolina With the Most Beautiful Fall Foliage in the State

by Carolyn Harmon
on Aug 11
A serene river scene with autumn foliage reflecting on the water, surrounded by trees and rocks.
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This Disturbing Wooded Spot In North Carolina Is So Creepy It Inspired A Movie

by Carolyn Harmon
on Mar 24
A group of four people sitting around a campfire at night, holding hands and engaged in a ritual or storytelling.

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There’s A Tree In North Carolina That Looks Just Like A Dragon, But Hardly Anyone Knows It Exists

Shining Rock Wilderness Area in North Carolina offers breathtaking hikes, including the mysterious Dragon Tree and Skinny Dip Falls.

by Carolyn Harmon
on Aug 12
A twisted tree resembling a dragon's head stands in a forest, surrounded by bare trees and fallen leaves.
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View Towering Trees In Excess Of 450 Years Old In This Virgin Old-Growth Forest In North Carolina

Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest in North Carolina features some of the oldest and largest trees in the Appalachian Mountains, offering a unique hiking experience.

by Robin Jarvis
on Apr 6
A child sits against a large tree trunk in a forest, surrounded by bare trees and moss-covered rocks.