Spotting Venus flytraps in Carolina Beach, encountering creatures at North Carolina Zoo and crossing the Mile High Swinging Bridge at Grandfather Mountain are seminal adventures in the Old North State, but they only scratch the surface. You can also visit rescue raptors, navigate inner coastal waterways and discover dozens of eco-conscious experiences.
Expand your relationship with water. There’s a floating, snorkeling or wakeboarding excursion that matches your skill and ability level on one of North Carolina's rivers or lakes — for real.
Furniture heritage may have put Hickory on the map, but spend some time here and you’ll find a city shaped by creativity, flavor, fresh air and Friday-night energy. From gallery walls to game-day cheers, Hickory reveals itself one experience at a time.
As Assistant Museum Director at the Burgwin-Wright House, best known for its colonial history and the local ties to the book and TV series "Outlander," Hunter knows Wilmington’s history well — and he shares the local spots that keep him coming back.
From Asheville’s dog-loving downtown to orchard strolls and mountain trails, the Blue Ridge foothills offer plenty of unique spots where pups are welcome alongside their people.
With room to roam, rewarding trails and plenty of fresh-air adventure, this corner of North Carolina makes it easy for dogs and their owners to get outside and explore.
Charlotte pairs skyline energy with greenway escapes, offering an easy dog-friendly getaway that keeps both humans and dogs happy.
With nationally significant history, scenic trails, world-class birding, unforgettable concerts and the legendary striped bass run, spring truly shines in Halifax County.
In their pursuit of birdies and eagles, golfers can play North Carolina courses that are committed to protecting the habitats of resident and migratory birds. Here’s a look at courses certified by Audubon International’s Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf and its Signature and Classic Sanctuary Programs. All of these courses are open to the public.
Carvers Creek State Park was the first NC state park to open in the Sandhills, protecting more than 4,000 acres of longleaf pine landscapes that feel both rare and timeless. Start at Long Valley Farm, once the winter retreat of James Stillman Rockefeller, for serene trails through open fields and longleaf forest.