James K. Polk State Historic Site: The Childhood Home of America’s 11th President
Visit the James K. Polk State Historic Site in Pineville, North Carolina, to explore the birthplace and early frontier life of America’s 11th president. Tour reconstructed log cabins, museum exhibits, and scenic grounds that bring Polk’s formative years to life.
Wright Brothers National Memorial: Exploring Aviation History
Explore the birthplace of aviation at the Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina! Walk in the footsteps of history, see where flight first took off, and be inspired by innovation.
Stone Mountain State Park: A Visitors Guide
Stone Mountain is about an hour west of Winston-Salem. The park features tremendous hiking, fishing, camping, and rock climbing.
Mount Mitchell Summit Trail: The Highest Point east of the Mississippi
The Mount Mitchell Summit and Balsam Nature Trail is an easy hike that leads to the highest point east of the Mississippi River.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park: The Legend of Spearfinger
Spearfinger is a Cherokee legend. It's said the witch roams the Smoky Mountains in Eastern Tennessee and Western North Carolina looking for children to eat.
Check out Soco Falls in western North Carolina
Soco Falls is located in North Carolina near Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It's an easy hike to the stunning waterfall.