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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.

Gearing Up for Outdoor Adventure

Adventures can be unpredictable. Find 10 pieces of gear that will help you plan ahead and prepare for your next adventure, a core Outdoor NC Leave No Trace Principle.
  • Coast, Mountains, Piedmont
  • Bike, Camp, Hike, Wildlife

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Paddle through North Carolina: 6 NC Waterways to Explore

Find spots across the state for springtime kayaking, canoeing and rafting, along with tips for preserving the health of our waterways for seasons to come.
  • Coast, Mountains, Piedmont
  • Camp, Fish, Paddle

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7 Kid-Approved Outdoor Adventures in North Carolina

Family outdoor adventures in NC do more than spark curiosity and burn off energy, they can also help shape the next generation of caretakers of our outdoor spaces.
  • Coast, Mountains, Piedmont
  • Bike, Camp, Cycle, Fish, Hike

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Give the Gift of Stewardship: Unique Adventures in NC

With so many amazing outdoor things to do in NC, a guided adventure is the perfect outdoor gift for your loved one and NC's wild spaces.
  • Coast, Mountains, Piedmont
  • Camp, Climb, Cycle

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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.
  • Camp

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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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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 getaway to North Carolina! Together we can preserve our beloved outdoor spaces for generations to come. Click to learn more.

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