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Cities & Regions

A story at every stop

The Blue Ridge Parkway travels 252 miles in North Carolina’s mountains, with ample exits for weekend getaways from Asheville to Boone. Cities like Charlotte, Durham and Greensboro exude rich character perfect to explore on a romantic escape. Coastal towns like New Bern and Wilmington blend modern charm and history. And 300 miles of beaches guarantee family vacation fun from the Outer Banks to Bald Head Island to Emerald Isle.

Bald Head Island

Coast

NC Coastal Region

The coast comprises 300 miles of barrier island beaches, quaint waterfront towns and endless activities on and off the sand.

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Albemarle & Pamlico Sounds • Brunswick Islands • Crystal Coast • Inner Coastal Plain • Outer Banks & Currituck • Topsail Area • Wilmington Area

Mountains

NC Mountain Region

Nestled among the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains are small towns big on character, outdoor adventures and culinary delights.

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Asheville & the Foothills • High Country • Smoky Mountains & Cherokee

Piedmont

NC Piedmont Region

This central region is home to our largest cities, plus wine country, craft breweries, golf, NASCAR, natural attractions and more.

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Charlotte Region • Greensboro & Winston-Salem • Pinehurst & Sandhills • Raleigh, Durham & the Triangle

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