The Ultimate Bucket List For Anyone In North Carolina Who Loves The Outdoors
North Carolina is the perfect place for the outdoor lover. There are always new mountains to climb, beaches to visit, destinations to see and even adventurous drives to take. But with so much jam-packed into one state, it can get hard to decide what absolutely should be done. These 15 adventures are ultimate must-haves in North Carolina, perfect for the seasoned adventurer and even just the simple lover of the outdoors.
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1. Hike the strenuous but well worth it Grandfather's Profile Trail at Grandfather Mountain.
5. And not too far away you'll find Gorges State Park, the only temperate rainforest in the U.S east of the Rockies. Between waterfalls, a state of the art visitors center, and plenty of hiking and camping it's amazing.
14. Take a drive along the Outer Banks scenic byway. With the Atlantic Ocean on one side and the Pamlico Sound on the other, it's an incredible experience with breathtaking views.
15. Hike along the Appalachian Trail, maybe for a weekend or maybe for a week...it's the one North Carolina bucket list every North Carolinian needs to do once.
That’s a lot of fun for one state, and there are honestly so many more activities I could add to this list. Have you done these before, which ones would you add?
Before summer comes to a close, make sure you check off these 13 destinations!
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Emory was born and raised in North Carolina. She enjoys writing, photography, filmmaking, travel, wine and cheese. You can find more of her work on emoryrakestraw.com
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