More than 18 miles of wooded passageways form a network of 12 trails at Hanging Rock State Park. Picturesque cascades and waterfalls, high rock cli...
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Since its creation as a 1930s Civilian Conservation Corps project, Hanging Rock State Park has offered the best of a traditional outdoor experience...
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Lake Norman State Park, on the largest manmade lake in North Carolina, boasts one of the region’s more popular mountain biking network, offer...
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Choose an adventure at Morrow Mountain State Park, whether it’s hiking, camping, paddling, fishing, horseback riding, swimming or just taking...
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History:Rocky Face Mountain is located in the Northeastern section of Alexander CountyRocky Face Mountain Recreational Area has a rich history dati...
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The massive granite dome at Stone Mountain State Park keeps watch on park visitors enjoying nearly every type of outdoor activity – camping, ...
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Stone Mountain is not immediately visible upon entering the park that bears its name, but this magnificent 600-foot granite dome is well worth the ...
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History
The Trail was created in 1997 by the NC Upper Piedmont Research Station for the benefit of the public. Friends of Chinqua-Penn Walking Tra...
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About
Home of the legendary fairy stones, this park is well known for its 168-acre lake adjoining Philpott Reservoir. The park is just minutes fro...
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The Bear Creek Trail System is over 8 miles of trails located along scenic Bear and Cabin Creeks. Map kiosks at intersections and the main trail he...
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McDowell Nature Center serves as the gateway to the 1107- acre McDowell Nature Preserve and is the source for educational programs and information ...
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Mission:Connect people to nature through recreational and educational activities while fostering a passion for environmental conservation, animal h...
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The New River was named a National Wild and Scenic River in 1976 and it wildly winds through some of the best North Carolina mountain scenery. New ...
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blazed in orange hexagons - a strenuous .9 mile (one-way) trail that starts at the Linwood Access Area and ends at the summit of Crowders Mountain....
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New River Trail is a 57-mile linear park that follows an abandoned railroad right-of-way. The park parallels the scenic and historic New River for ...
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Ideal for swimming, camping, hiking and picnicking, Claytor Lake is known for sport fishing and boating. The park has a full-service marina with do...
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