Hiking

This Hiking Trail Is the Best Way to Experience a Full Moon Rising in North Carolina

This breathtaking loop trail has 360-degree views of the surrounding mountains. If you can stay for a few minutes after sunset, you'll be treated to a magical moonrise.

You Have to Experience This Loop Hike in North Carolina For Yourself

For a hike that checks every box, including waterfalls and grand views, head to Grassy Knob.

Adventure’s Calling: This Trail Is Ideal for Beachcombing in North Carolina

The Fort Macon Beach Trail offers a healthy dose of sunshine, shells, and Crystal Coast charm.

You Can Both Swim and Hike on This North Carolina Trail—It’s Summer Perfection

This Outer Banks trail blends sandy hikes and sound swimming into one unforgettable adventure.

This Is the Quietest Part of This North Carolina State Park

Explore a quieter side to Pilot Mountain State Park in North Carolina.

We Did the Research, This Is Officially the Strangest Hiking Trail Name in North Carolina

The Fryingpan Mountain Lookout Tower Trail is the strangest hiking trail name in North Carolina. Read on to discover how it earned its unique name.

This North Carolina Arboretum Hike Is a Perfect Alternative to a Popular Blue Ridge Parkway Trail

Asheville is one of the best destinations for hiking tourists with access to Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Blue Ridge Parkway—here are two trails to consider depending on your travel style.

The Best Dog-Friendly Hikes in Gastonia, North Carolina for an Outdoor Adventure

If you have dogs and would like options for dog-friendly hikes in Gastonia, North Carolina, here is a list of trails that you and your fur babies can enjoy together.

6 Hikes With the Best Sunset Views in North Carolina

These hiking trails offer some of the best views to watch the sunset in North Carolina.

Spring in North Carolina Is Best Spent Exploring the Daffodil Flats

Challenge yourself with a steep descent into Linville Gorge, where you'll discover a modest yet breathtaking patch of daffodils.