Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Crowders Mountain State Park in Kings Mountain, N.C., on Tuesday, October 25, 2022. (Khadejeh Nikouyeh/Knikouyeh@charlotteobserver ...

From its gorgeous, island-laden coastline in the east to its awe-inspiring Great Smoky Mountains in the west, North Carolina has perhaps the best opportunities for outdoor recreation in the Eastern ...

The “Great Outdoors” in North Carolina is apparently not big enough when it comes to avoiding the coronavirus. People seeking relief from isolation during the pandemic are overwhelming some of North ...

Take exploring to the next level with WUNC's Guide to North Carolina State Parks. At WUNC, we’re dedicated to delivering high-quality news and analysis, but we also love introducing friends like you ...

Hurricane Helene swept across the Southeast, causing major flooding and destruction throughout North Carolina. Here is ongoing coverage from The News & Observer and The Charlotte Observer about ...

For travelers who prefer serious nature over polished parks, this massive North Carolina bog delivers peaceful birding and a ...

Several state parks across central North Carolina remain closed due to the flooding damage caused by Tropical Depression Chantal and continued rain. Some of the most beloved parts of North Carolina ...

North Carolina park officials announced a number of parks across the state have closed in the wake of Helene's aftermath. The closure includes all state parks west of Interstate 77. State officials ...

After the sudden and unexplained ouster of the state parks director and a quiet search for his replacement, North Carolina officials Wednesday announced an in-house pick to manage the more than ...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina State Parks had record-breaking visitation last year. The Asheville Citizen-Times reported Saturday that the high numbers underscore the public’s craving for ...