Greenville is situated along the picturesque Tar River and less than 100 miles from both the Atlantic coast and the capital city of Raleigh, making it a prime destination for a road trip. With so many ways to enjoy outdoors and fresh meals — sometimes both at the same time — a visit to Greenville can easily stretch into a rejuvenating three-day weekend.
Kick cabin fever with a range of winter activities in the North Carolina mountains like hiking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and even ice climbing. A convenient base camp for launching a winter assault is Black Mountain, located just off Interstate 40 east of Asheville.
Ready to experience “The Hunger Games”? You’ve come to the right place. The road to Panem starts in North Carolina, where the first movie based on the bestselling book trilogy was filmed.
Plan a trip to the High Country for adventure in Boone and Blowing Rock, traveling along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Relax, shop, dine and gather at local spots in Granville County – where small-town adventures embrace the heart and soul of rural North Carolina.
Tee it up for a three-day getaway at North America’s largest golf resort, where you’ll also find inventive bites, refreshing drinks and elegant accommodations.
In the heart of the Nantahala National Forest is the North Carolina mountain town of Franklin. It’s a colorful destination, especially in autumn, when the birches, oaks and other deciduous trees on surrounding hills turn vibrant hues. But those aren’t the only things you’ll uncover in the “Gem Capital of the World.”
More than 2,500 miles of paddle trail meanders through eastern North Carolina, making it one of the richest paddling destinations in the country. East of Interstate 95, you’ll find opportunities to satisfy every paddling interest, from sea kayaking on the big water of the sounds to Class III whitewater kayaking on the Roanoke River at Weldon. But it’s the quiet paddling on the tannic waters of lazy coastal rivers, amid ancient bald cypress in old millponds and on intimate creeks that make the region one of the nation’s top flatwater paddling destinations.
The Fayetteville area is home to the US Army’s most populous base, Fort Bragg. The community wears this distinction proudly and shows its appreciation by actively pursuing the freedoms those soldiers protect. During your visit, experience the area like a local — from parks and museums to breweries and zip lines — and relish in the excitement that’s found around every turn. Come and see America's first Military Sanctuary Community.
What could be more fun than hiking, picnicking and splashing around with the family in cold streams in NC's Great Smoky Mountains? Grab this warm-weather trip, pack up the kids and head for Western North Carolina.