NORTH CAROLINA TRAIL EVENTS
Throughout North Carolina, there are many events, including guided hikes, rides, or paddles, celebrations, ribbon cuttings, workdays, and more. This page is the only statewide resource just for trail event information! Here, you can find an event near you or explore trail events throughout the Great Trails State.
Wherever you are, and no matter how you choose to get out on a trail, be sure to follow Outdoor NC’s Leave No Trace Principles.
Preserving the beauty of trails and minimizing impacts keeps things great for generations to come!
Latest Past Events
Winter Birding Hike
Hanging Rock State Park 1790 Hanging Rock Park Road, NCJoin a park ranger on a hike to learn how to identify winter birds. You will learn how to identify birds visually and by their calls. We will hike 1.8 […]
Jockey’s Ridge State Park Winter Star Party
Jockey's Ridge State Park 300 W Carolista Dr., NCJoin Jockey's Ridge State Park and the OBX Astronomy Club for an evening under the stars. Telescopes will be set up for public viewing at the visitor center parking area. Table activities for kids will take […]
Junior Ranger Hike
Hanging Rock State Park 1790 Hanging Rock Park Road, NCJoin a Park Ranger to explore topics about what makes Hanging Rock State Park unique. Learn about what a Park Ranger does, look for creatures, and earn a Junior Ranger badge, all while hiking […]