Chimney Rock State Park is a North Carolina icon and we’re so lucky to have it. This NC travel guide will help you reach the namesake landmark, Hickory Nut Falls, and more highlights. Chimney Rock State Park in Western North Carolina is best known for the famed Chimney Rock. Sure, the namesake landmark is the … Read More
This guide to North Carolina oddities includes each place’s history, tips for visiting, and everything you need to uncover the strangest attractions in NC, from the mountains to the sea. North Carolina teems with natural beauty, charming small towns, and deep-rooted history, but we’re also blessed with oddities and unusual attractions. From oversized furniture and … Read More
This guide focuses on the most beautiful botanical gardens in North Carolina, from Western NC to Eastern NC and our coast!
The season for blueberry picking in North Carolina lasts from mid-May to July, and we have a great list of blueberry farms for you to plan your adventures! Blueberry picking in North Carolina is a fun and family-friendly activity. Not only will you and your kids love this, but you’ll also be supporting local farms … Read More
This NC travel guide focuses on the best beaches in North Carolina, from the Outer Banks to the beaches of Brunswick County.
Clingmans Dome Observation Tower sits on the North Carolina side of the Tennessee border and offers bucket list-worthy views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Roan Mountain is a series of five mountaintop summits within the Roan Highlands that straddle the North Carolina-Tennessee border. The named summits include: While hiking Roan Mountain, you’ll find the largest natural rhododendron garden, the longest stretch of grassy balds in the Appalachian Mountains, rocky outcrops, and epic views of North Carolina’s High Country. Here … Read More
There are some wonderful waterfalls at Hanging Rock State Park in Stokes County, North Carolina, but our absolute favorite is Lower Cascades Falls!
Hanging Rock State Park is filled with 20-plus miles of hiking trails, a scenic lake for swimming and boating, and campsites.
Our guide to the best hiking trails in North Carolina has you covered from the mountains to the sea, based on our years of hiking here.