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Though scenic rides abound in North Carolina, it's our mountain region that calls bikers to the open road.
Cast a line into cool mountain streams or track quiet woods. Tradition and patience find their place in North Carolina’s wilds.
Explore options as varied as the scenery from glamping and RV sites to primitive park and even river platform camping.
Cruise through charming towns or take on climbs with serious payoff — every kind of cyclist can find their pace here.
North Carolina serves up fun that’s full of laughter, thrills, splashes and sky-high rides that will fill the day.
Zip, climb, paddle or hike — every region in North Carolina brings a different kind of thrill, surrounded by stunning views.
See where waterfalls spill from rock ledges, native flowers cover meadows and wild dunes rise beside the sea.

Established in 1961, Uwharrie National Forest spans approximately 51,850 acres across Montgomery, Randolph and Davidson counties.

Straddling the border between North Carolina and Virginia, the Great Dismal Swamp is a vast, mysterious wilderness that has intrigued explorers and naturalists for centuries. Encompassing more than 112,000 acres, it stands as the largest remaining swamp in the Eastern United States. This biodiverse haven is home to an array of wildlife, including black bears, river otters and 200-plus species of birds. 

Perched atop a mountain in Burnsville, the Bare Dark Sky Observatory offers an unparalleled stargazing experience, free from the intrusion of urban light pollution. As part of the Mayland Earth to Sky Park, it boasts the "Sam Scope," a 34-inch Newtonian telescope — the largest in the southeastern United States dedicated to public use.

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