Children of The Great Trails State

Children of The Great Trails State

By Sean Higgins, Education Manager, North Carolina State Parks “Not hiking, that’s boring. I want to play”.Hit the brakes! Blow the whistle! Cut scene! Those words, articulated by a 3-year-old, fundamentally changed my philosophy of hiking. In 2013,...
Our Summer Bucket List

Our Summer Bucket List

Summer is a calling, and it’s a great time to embark on an unforgettable trail adventure in North Carolina! Here are 11 activities we’ll be surely checking off of our list! Artwork by guest artist Lauren Patterson @lataplat. As summer approaches,...
Embracing the Beauty of The Great Trails State at 75

Embracing the Beauty of The Great Trails State at 75

Having recently celebrated my 75th birthday, I found myself reflecting on the incredible journey of being a lifelong hiker, with many years of it being on the trails of North Carolina. The trails that weave through this beautiful state have become not only a source of...