From its gorgeous, island-laden coastline in the east to its awe-inspiring Great Smoky Mountains in the west, North Carolina has perhaps the best opportunities for outdoor recreation in the Eastern ...

Tucked away at 1541 Medoc State Park Road, Hollister, North Carolina, Medoc Mountain State Park is a true hidden treasure ...

Families looking to enjoy fun on a budget can take advantage of several free programs at parks throughout the state. North Carolina State Parks have a fun program for children who want to learn more ...

Several state parks across central North Carolina remain closed due to the flooding damage caused by Tropical Depression Chantal and continued rain. Several state parks across central North Carolina ...

Four NC state parks ranked among top U.S. parks for value stays in 2025. Pilot Mountain and Grandfather Mountain parks earned top-20 national spots. HomeToGo used price, size, trails, wildlife and ...

All North Carolina state parks are at least partially open following damage from Tropical Storm Helene. Mount Mitchell State Park reopened on September 15, though some facilities like the restaurant ...

AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom. Read our AI Policy. Four North Carolina state parks have been ranked among America’s Best State Parks for Great-Value Stays, with two landing in the top ...

AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom. Read our AI Policy. Four NC state parks ranked among top U.S. parks for value stays in 2025. Pilot Mountain and Grandfather Mountain parks earned top-20 ...