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From the shores of Lake Norman to the top of Kings Pinnacle, here are nine great fall foliage runs near Charlotte.

Here's your guide to West Virginia's Bridge Day, a celebration of extreme sports and the natural beauty of the Mountain State.

There's nothing quite like fall in Western Carolina. Here are 30 reasons why autumn in Asheville is the most spectacular time of year.

Ranging from Florida to Virginia, here are 10 top hikes in the Southeast for national park fee-free days.

From hikes to festivals to Halloween celebrations, here are more than 20 family-friendly fall adventures in North Carolina's Triad and Triangle.

From biking to paddling, here are five ways to hit the trails in Fisher River Park.

Take a break from the heat with day trips to these 10 top Triad waterfalls and swimming holes.

Here are the six best hikes in Elkin, North Carolina, a former mill town that has been transformed into a trail town.

Here's a guide to the top ultra races for every state and every season in the Southeast.

Here are 12 of the best rail trails in the Southeast for walkers, runners, cyclists, and people seeking ADA-accessible paths.

Part sport and part art, fly fishing can seem mysterious and intimidating, even if you’ve been bait fishing for years.

Kayakers of all abilities can paddle the Haw River Paddle Trail in North Carolina.

North Carolina's Kids in Parks Program is a great resource for families who are new to outdoor activities.

11 ways to participate in Tuckfest, a celebration of adventure sports, craft beer, and live music.

Charlotte's adventure racing scene includes everything from family-friendly races to punishing distance events for seasoned race veterans.

Charlotte has some great events going on throughout the year. Here are nine of the best.

Choose one of these family-friendly Triad hikes for your next family adventure.

These top adventures should be on your North Carolina bucket list for winter.

Skiing and snowboarding are thriving across the South thanks to advanced snowmaking technology and improved amenities at resorts.

If you're in Charlotte, you can take a day trip to the mountains of western North Carolina for great snowshoeing and skiing.

Charlotte's mild winters and trails near downtown make it easy to train outside in all four seasons.

North Carolina’s national forests offer world class hiking, climbing, mountain biking, and backcountry camping,

Your guide to 48 hours of outdoor adventure and great food, drinks, and entertainment in Charlotte.

A guide to training programs, local clubs, and other resources to help you plug in to Winston-Salem's trail running scene.

Rather than spending the Friday after Thanksgiving shopping, OrthoCarolina encourages you to #OptOutside with our guides to hiking, biking and exploring the Carolinas.