And in the Carolinas, hiking season is underway — and both North Carolina and South Carolina boast some of the region’s best trails, both in the mountains and the foothills. If you only ...

This list includes the Blue Ridge Parkway, Appalachian Trail, Historic Sites, National Forest lands, and State Parks.

Set amid the Blue Ridge Mountains, the city of Asheville, North Carolina ... so you may opt to grab a map ahead of time. If you're less experienced navigating hiking trails, be sure to visit ...

The North Carolina section offers many of the Appalachian Trail's highest peaks, several above 6,000 feet. Hiking enthusiasts can set out on a multiday or weeklong journey (keep in mind that you ...

From forest paths to scenic beach walks, discover the top spots to reconnect with nature—plus expert tips to help you hike smart and safe.

A trail in the Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve is 4.5 miles long, with soft surface paths and opportunities for bird watching. Dogs aren’t allowed on this trail and trees offer shade from the sun.

The park is made up of 20-miles of hiking ... Trail. The trail follows Sycamore Creek for much of the loop, and both the trail and the creek are named for the tree growing in North Carolina ...