This state park in North Carolina can compete with bigger national parks nearby with its stunning views, well-maintained trails, and rock climbing spots.

Facing opposition from the community and controversy over some of the projects, Duke decided to sell the property to protect the watershed. North Carolina State Parks stepped in, purchasing the land ...

North Carolina State Parks stepped in, purchasing the land in April of 1999, according to Pagano. At the southern edge of the Blue Ridge Escarpment, moisture drifting up from the Gulf of Mexico ...

The state closed all 13 of its parks west of Interstate 77 after the remnants of Hurricane Helene tore through Western North Carolina. Most were at least partially open again by mid-December.