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From the highest mountain peaks in the west, to the beautiful lakes of the piedmont, and all along the coast there’s no shortage of outdoor adventures to enjoy. No matter what your brand of adventure might be we’re here to offer useful tips on how you can explore responsibly in North Carolina. Browse the featured adventures below.

Planning the Ultimate Hammock Camping Trip​

Outdoor NC has partnered with ENO to provide a guide for planning the ultimate hammock camping trip. Read on to learn more.
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Frosty Trails & Campfire Tails: Gear Up for a Winter Camping Adventure

We’re sharing a few destinations for the best camping in North Carolina during the winter, plus stewardship tips to keep in mind for your trip.
  • Coast, Mountains, Piedmont
  • Camp, Cook

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7 Accessible Bike Trails in NC for Every Kind of Cyclist​

Learn why bike trails in NC make a wonderful outdoor getaway, plus our picks for some of the best accessible bike routes.
  • Bike

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12 Perfectly Pet-Friendly Outdoor Adventures in North Carolina​

Read on for some pet-friendly things to do in NC’s great outdoors, as well as stewardship-informed practices to follow once you get there.

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7 NC Fishing Destinations to Hook Your Sense of Adventure

Read about our go-to destinations for the best fishing in NC for first-timers and seasoned pros, along with tips for ethical fishing.
  • Coast
  • Fish

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12 North Carolina Mountain Biking Trails for All Skill Levels

Learn why bike trails in NC make a wonderful outdoor getaway, plus our picks for some of the best accessible bike routes.
  • Mountains
  • Bike, Cycle

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Explore the Coast

What’s better than enjoying North Carolina’s 300 miles of barrier-island beaches, remote marshes, scenic sounds and recreational rivers?
  • Coast
  • Bike, Camp, Cook, Cycle, Fish, Hike

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You’re invited to join the outdoor nc movement

Join the movement to preserve and protect North Carolina’s beloved outdoor spaces and you’ll be entered to win a ENO double nest hammock and hanging straps! Together we can preserve our beloved outdoor spaces for generations to come. Click to learn more.

Join the Movement

Stay awhile and explore Visit North Carolina’s travel ideas, and let nature inspire your next trip filled with outdoor adventures. For more information on Leave No Trace visit their website.

For additional resources, Recreate Responsibly also offers guidelines on how to keep yourself safe and maintain access to parks, trails and beaches.

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