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With 200 species of rare waterfowl and exotic birds, Sylvan Heights Bird Park in Halifax County is a wonderful place to visit in North Carolina. Whether you’re traveling on I-95 (Exit 171), seeking a fun day trip from Raleigh (or from Durham!), or live in the area, this park is the perfect way to spend … Read More
The NC Transportation Museum in Spencer, North Carolina, is a hub for all things planes, trains, and automobiles! Once the Southern Railway’s largest locomotive repair facility site, the North Carolina State Historic Site features exhibits on aviation, railroading, and cars. You can also ride trains throughout the year at the museum, but also during one … Read More
Winter hikes in North Carolina are just another reason to love this wonderful state. Of course, you may prefer our hiking trails during warmer months, especially in the fall. But there are benefits you won’t find any other time of year, including clearer skies, fewer wild animals out there, and less crowded trails. Speaking of … Read More
The Max Patch Trail in Western North Carolina (near Asheville) leads to a beloved 4,600-foot bald mountain along the famed Appalachian Trail. With a summit that’s just under a mile from the trailhead, this trail is relatively easy for nearly all levels of hikers. Max Patch Mountain has beautiful 360-degree views of the surrounding mountains … Read More
Linville Caverns in Western North Carolina is about an hour’s drive from Asheville and also, from Boone. When you step inside, you’ll see why this is one of the most unique attractions in North Carolina. For starters, this is the only “show cave/cavern” in North Carolina that’s open to the public. Also, if you’re looking … Read More
These interesting Lake Norman facts cover basic stats and geography, the interesting history of Lake Norman, including stories of people who lived here before.
Fort Dobbs State Historic Site in Statesville is where the only French and Indian War battle was fought in NC (1760).
Everyone should know these facts about Statesville. Our guide shares more than 50 interesting things about the history of Statesville through present-day.
The Wright Brothers National Memorial on the Outer Banks of North Carolina commemorates the first successful air flight. This 400-acre site is overseen by the National Park Service in Kill Devil Hills and also details the world-changing work of Orville Wright and Wilbur Wright. If you want to see how the Wright Brothers lived and … Read More
These important facts about Maggie Valley, North Carolina cover some of the area’s most interesting places you can visit today, their history, and more!