The Ridgeline Trolley runs custom trips in the foothills and mountains of Burke County. Morganton is the county seat. The trolley was built in 1992 by the Chance Trolley Corp in Wichita, Kansas. Its early life was spent in Dayton, Ohio where it was called the “Wright Flyer.” Later, it…

Fall into a Stokes County State of Mind this October on the trails at Hanging Rock or along gently winding rural roads, leading to stunning views, and landscapes painted in the beautiful colors of autumn.  Fly through the trees by zipline, experience local bluegrass and flat foot dancing heritage, view…

Not far from the Piedmont of North Carolina is the foothills town of Elkin, which sits on the Yadkin River. Elkin’s location provides easy access to the Yadkin River Trail, an officially designed state blueway trail encompassing nearly 130 miles of the river. The river consists mostly of gently flowing…

One of the most user-friendly trail systems in the state is taking shape along the banks of Lake James in Western North Carolina. The Fonta Flora State Trail is under development by Burke County and will eventually encircle the picturesque lake located about 90 miles northwest of downtown Charlotte. About…

This August, amateur and professional photographers can visit Grandfather Mountain’s classroom in the clouds to hear presentations from top photojournalists and improve their skills. The annual Grandfather Mountain Camera Clinic returns Aug. 17-18, also allowing participants the rare opportunity to photograph the park outside of regular business hours, while providing…

Tobacco Wood Brewing Company I have been watching Tobacco Wood Brewing Company for nearly a year now. Not from a distance, but from my favorite perch in the taproom. The one directly in front of the big screen showing the what is on the 15 taps, all the beers are made…

Beech Mountain, N.C. is a prime destination for outdoor adventure all year long. Our cool summer and fall seasons offer biking, hiking, fishing, roller skating, and dry tubing, while winter in the highest town in eastern America provides the perfect climate for skiing, tubing, snowboarding and ice skating. And you…

Goldsboro, NC, Has The Tour For You. Goldsboro, NC, has got a busy calendar for you this Fall! Visit Goldsboro, Travel, and Tourism for Goldsboro, is running a Fall program of tours throughout September and October with something for everyone on the schedule. Read on to find the tour for…

Surry County, in the heart of North Carolina’s Yadkin Valley, has always been a playground for outdoor adventure. Now, there’s a map guiding the way. The Surry County Four Rivers Outdoor Adventure Map – available both in print and online – highlights hiking, paddling, cycling and fishing options in a…

Outdoor adventure abounds in the Blue Ridge Mountain town of Hendersonville, North Carolina. The town’s location — surrounded by hills and valleys covered in old-growth forests with rivers and streams flowing throughout — makes it an ideal destination to escape the indoor confines and reconnect with nature. The French Broad…