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Best Places For Adventure At North Carolina State Parks

by NC State Parks | May 25, 2019 | NCSParks.net, Places, Plan a Trip

North Carolina has 41 beautiful state parks and recreational areas to visit with your family. You can experience the scenic beauty and try adventurous activities. Stargazing, fishing, camping, horseback riding, rock climbing, fishing, canoeing, windsurfing, bike...

Have A Tent? The Best Tips To Enjoy Camping In North Carolina

by NC State Parks | Feb 24, 2019 | NCSParks.net, Plan a Trip

With the plethora of campgrounds within the North Carolina State Parks, setting out for camping will be one of the best ways to spend the weekend close to nature. As the locations vary, the amenities too vary –while some sites are perfect for primitive camping, some...

Visit Cape Fear River And The Marvelous Raven Rock State Park

by NC State Parks | Jan 12, 2019 | Explore, NCSParks.net, Places

Tucked in the Harnett County of North Carolina, the Raven Rock State Park sprawls over 19 square kilometers along the eastern fringe of Piedmont. The main highlight of this state park within a fall zone is the 150 feet towering Raven Rock that overlooks the Cape Fear...

Are You Ready? North Carolina State Parks 100-Mile Challenge

by NC State Parks | Dec 10, 2018 | Explore, NCSParks.net

With the Mountains-To-Sea trail spanning 1150 miles in between the Outer Banks and the Smoky Mountains, North Carolina has never ceased to enchant the hiking soul. Covering around 1500 miles intrastate trail and around 660 miles of the Mountain-To-Sea, the 100 Miles...

Stay Safe When Visiting North Carolina’s Waterfalls Following These Safety Rules

by NC State Parks | Nov 5, 2018 | Explore, NCSParks.net, Plan a Trip

For any hiker, rock climber, camper and nature lover, the mesmerizing waterfalls of North Carolina are nothing less than a paradise. Unfortunately almost every year the news of drowning or fatal accidents for carelessness can be a drawback. The Catawba River Fest is...

The History Of The Catawba River Fest

by NC State Parks | Oct 1, 2018 | NCSParks.net, Places

The Annual Catawba River Fest has always been creating quite a stir among the local inhabitants who look forward to the pomp and grandeur since the start of the year. This heritage festival is celebrated every year with unlimited food, crafts shows, music and various...