Enjoy breathtaking views on scenic mountain hikes in North Carolina's hiking towns, like the Glen Burney Trail, Grandfather Mountain, and Looking Glass Rock Trail. North Carolina is home to ...

North Carolina is a great place ... around 96 miles of the famous Appalachian Trail, one hike that really stands out as a unique journey is the Grandfather Trail in Grandfather Mountain State ...

Uncover the best things to do in North Carolina. This bucket list includes unique stays, epic hikes, delicious food, and ...

The Catawba Lands Conservancy received a $100,000 grant, achieving one third of its fundraising goal for construction on Spencer Mountain.

Winter transforms the Carolinas’ trails into magical escapes with icy waterfalls, quiet forests, and breathtaking views.

Pilot Mountain State Park held its annual First Day Hike at the Bean Shoals Access of the park's river section. The Bean ...

Laurel Falls Trail ... North Carolina-Tennessee state line. Tourists need only drive 6.7 miles southeast from the Sugarlands gateway in Tennessee to access the trail, giving them a first shot at ...

Couple Walking on Linville Falls, NC Hiking Path in Fall Couple Walking Along ... north carolina in the blue ridge and appalachian mountains with grandfather mountain in the background appalachian ...

Also in our region, Stone Mountain State Park will have a 2.5-mile hike that will connect ... Other parks in western North Carolina may have some trails closed.

Hot Springs, with its trail-friendly businesses, hostels and resupply stops, exemplifies how deeply connected the A.T. is to the vitality of local economies. With thru-hiking season just months ...

The best hiking boots should keep you comfy ... Shoes can handle a whole range of terrains—uneven mountain climbs, rocky paths, muddy trails, and wet meadows—despite their less traditional ...

The North Carolina section offers many of the Appalachian Trail's highest peaks, several above 6,000 feet. Hiking enthusiasts ... The bald mountain (the Southern Appalachian name for a hilltop ...