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Take your pick of more than 100 flavors of snow cones at Hills of Snow, a longtime locally owned essential summer spot. Specialty snow cones make appearances throughout summer – like the stars and stripes treat around the Fourth of July – and the exp...
Hills of Snow
Learn to surf in the crystal blue waters of Wrightsville Beach and forget all about the hot weather. WB Surf Camp offers safe and exciting, private and group surfing lessons and camps. Whether you’re a beginner or have surfed before, the staff of tra...
Wrightsville Beach
In Linville Caverns, you’ll find a constant 52-degree temperature. After remaining a mysterious secret for centuries, North Carolina’s only show caverns in Marion, near the High Country, give you a glimpse of nature at work “inside” the mountains. Sl...
Linville Caverns
Stop to enjoy the cool mountain air as you cross Mile High Swinging Bridge, a 228-foot suspension bridge in Linville, which spans an 80-foot chasm at more than one mile in elevation. Take in the inspirational vistas stretching out for miles in every ...
Grandfather Mountain
What could be cooler than sipping an ice-cold Pepsi on a hot summer day at the place where Pepsi was born? Pharmacist Caleb Bradham invented Pepsi in his drugstore in 1898. Today, you can visit the Pepsi Store and browse through memorabilia while lea...
Birthplace of Pepsi Cola
With more than 250 waterfalls to explore, the Brevard area in western North Carolina is known as the Land of Waterfalls. Looking Glass Falls is one of North Carolina’s most popular waterfalls, and Whitewater Falls – known as the “king” of waterfalls ...
Looking Glass Falls
At 6,684 feet, Mount Mitchell is the highest peak in the East and offers views of up to 80 miles on a clear day. Part of a nearly 5,000-acre state park, Mount Mitchell is off the Blue Ridge Parkway at Milepost 355 in Burnsville. You can camp, hike, p...
Mount Mitchell State Park
The Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores’ largest exhibit, the 306,000-gallon Living Shipwreck, features a replica of a sunken World War II German submarine amid a variety of diverse marine life. In this exhibit, you’ll see the aquarium’s largest animals, s...
North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
Reed Gold Mine is the site of the first documented gold find in the United States, but what makes this place really cool is the underground tunnels that feel like ice-cold air conditioning. The tunnels, dug to follow gold-bearing quartz veins deep un...
Reed Gold Mine
North Carolina's coastal sounds offer countless waterfront attractions and marine habitats. Here you’ll find Croatan National Forest, an excellent place for kayaking, fishing, bird watching and camping.
Pamlico Sound
Some of North Carolina’s most undeveloped places are along our coast. The soft dunes and flat plains of this region are perfect for setting up camp, from the northern tip of the Outer Banks down to the Cape Fear.
Carolina Beach
Camping in the mountains or on the coast certainly has its appeal. But if you want to be near urban amenities – in case you decide to break away from the grounds for a day – consider the campsites in our central region.
Uwharrie National Forest
North Carolina is home to 10 parks within the National Park System, and you’ll find incredible campgrounds inside several of them. Find your preferred spot along the Appalachian Trail, for example.
Appalachian Trail
Think of the campsites inside our state parks as home base to a range of adventures, whether you’re going with friends, family or seeking a serene getaway with your significant other. Pilot Mountain State Park is a great choice.
Pilot Mountain State Park: Home | NC State Parks
If you truly have a taste for fine wines, your palate will be pleased with a visit to the Yadkin Valley. This area of the state, made up of Winston-Salem and several charming small towns, is home to around 40 vineyards, including Raffaldini.
Yadkin Valley
When it comes to classic American movies, you won’t find many more beloved than "Dirty Dancing." The 1987 romantic drama was filmed largely in Lake Lure, and the lake town is perfect for summer respite. Round out your trip with a stay at The 1927 Lak...
Lake Lure
You’ll discover that our coastal cities and towns like New Bern are filled with acclaimed restaurants and wineries. Dine al fresco at Persimmons Waterfront Restaurant, overlooking the Neuse River. Fill your days with visits to Tryon Palace and the No...
The Albemarle-Pamlico Region | APNEP
Indulge all your senses in Wilmington and its island beaches. Downtown is an experience all its own, from the streets lined with restaurants, bars and shops, to the scenic Riverwalk where you can catch boat tours along the Cape Fear River. Among the ...
Riverfront Park | City of Wilmington, NC
A 5th generation family-owned farm, Carrigan Farms is a local farm that specializes in growing quality fruits and vegetables, educational school tours and field trips, weddings, swim parties, and other special events.
Carrigan Farms
Fantasy Lake Adventure Park is 100 acres beautifully nestled in Wake Forest, North Carolina. They have a 65 acre crystal lake that is sectioned off for scuba diving, an inflatable water park, kayaking, paddle boarding and soon to be other activities...
Fantasy Lake Adventure Park
For over 40 years, Wet ‘n Wild Emerald Pointe has provided families with unforgettable summer memories. Located in Greensboro, North Carolina, enjoy over 40 family-friendly water attractions like high-speed slides and relaxing pools. From endless spl...
Wet 'n Wild Emerald Pointe Water Park
Charlotte’s home for music since 1991!
PNC Music Pavilion
Family friendly amusement park!
Frankie's of Charlotte
Only at Carowinds will you find more than 60 world-class rides, the Carolinas’ best waterpark, live entertainment, Camp Snoopy, and downhome Carolina cuisine. Family-friendly special events keep guests coming back for new ways to play all season long...
Carowinds