Explore 7,250 Outdoor Locations in North Carolina

The Edenton National Fish Hatchery, located in the historic port town of Edenton, North Carolina, has been producing fish for public use and restorati

Brice's Creek Trail and Boat Launch

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Located at Great Island on South Core Banks, this area is only reached by either the park ferry or your personal boat. The vehicle ferry coming from D

Located off Yellow Gap, about three miles east of the Cradle of Forestry in America Visitors Center, this 13-site camp provides access to many miles o

Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center and Museum of North Carolina Minerals, located along the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail at Gillespie G

Opening date for the 2026 season has not been announced. The Museum of North Carolina Minerals highlights the rich mineral resources & the mining heri

Opening date for the 2026 season has not been announced. Numerous hiking options are available in the Doughton Park area and nearby Brinegar Cabin off

No camping allowed in this area.

Overview Located next to one of the most popular creeks in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Deep Creek Group Camp provides traditional primiti

Overview Large groups enjoy this cozy mountain campground in the Pisgah National Forest of western North Carolina. Ample opportunities for recreation

Overview North Mills River Campground is a rustic mountain getaway in Pisgah National Forest in western North Carolina. Located just outside the popul

The North Carolina Transportation Museum at Historic Spencer Shops is located on the site of what was once Southern Railway Company's largest steam lo

Overview Great Island Cabin Camp sits on South Core Banks within Cape Lookout National Seashore, just off the North Carolina coast. This historic, rem

Overview Located just minutes from the popular city of Asheville, North Carolina, Lake Powhatan Glamping is the perfect, all inclusive getaway. The ca

The South Toe River area is on the Appalachian Ranger District near Burnsville, NC. This area includes the Black Mountains, the Blue Ridge, and the he

Overview Saddle up your horses for a camping trip in the stunning Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Located in the North Carolina portion of the pa

This recreation area is part of John H. Kerr Dam and Reservoir

This recreation area is part of John H. Kerr Dam and Reservoir

Overview Warrior Creek is located on the south side of W. Kerr Scott Reservoir in western North Carolina. Constructed in the beautiful Yadkin River Va

Overview Old John’s River Road Backcountry Camping is a primitive camping location along the Mountains to Sea Trail near Blowing Rock, North Carolina.

This recreation area is part of B. Everett Jordan Lake

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Overview Jackrabbit Mountain Campground offers scenic lakeside camping in the beautiful Nantahala National Forest of southwestern North Carolina. Camp