Many of the best North Carolina hiking trails involve hiking in the mountains in the western part of the state. But the Central Piedmont and Atlantic Coast also have some stellar places to hike in NC.

Winter in the mountains is a perfect balance between adrenaline and tranquility: days on the snowy slopes, breathtaking views ...

While you can camp by the beach at this underrated state park in North Carolina, if you're after solitude and panoramic views of the surrounding Piedmont, Crowders Mountain State Park is the best ...