Trip ideas from the Smokies to the Outer Banks: mountain towns, scenic drives, overlooks, parks and places to eat after a long hike. Start with the map, or pick a region below.
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Mountains
Everything in the MountainsThe Blue Ridge, the Smokies and the high country: big views, cold creeks and most of the state’s waterfalls.
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Foothills
Everything in the FoothillsWhere the mountains fall away: South Mountains, Stone Mountain, Hanging Rock and Pilot Mountain.
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Piedmont
Everything in the PiedmontRolling hills, lakes and river trails close to Charlotte, the Triad and the Triangle.
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Sandhills
Everything in the SandhillsLongleaf pines, sandy trails and quiet lakes around Southern Pines and Fayetteville.
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Maritime forests, marsh boardwalks, lighthouses and the Outer Banks.
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