5 Shady Hikes in the Triangle to Explore this Summer
Tall trees and cool breezes make these areas near Raleigh great options for getting outside on the hottest days of the year.
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5 New Hikes to Explore In 2024, In and Around the Triangle
These recently opened trails in the Raleigh and Durham areas offer natural escapes, short and long distances, and varied terrain.
A Walk in the Dark: 5 Hikes that Showcase the Night Sky
Just beyond the reaches of city lights, these natural areas offer great views of the moon and stars — and stay open late through the fall.
Pack a Pole! Five Nearby Hikes To Go Fishing
Check out these spots in the Triangle to cast a line in the water after a short hike, a quintessential summer pastime or many.
Urban Hikes: 5 Triangle Hikes to Get You Outside
These trails tucked near city centers, schools, and shopping areas offer respite from the bustle of the Triangle.
Hikes with History: Six NC Paths That Take you Back in Time
These trails, each a short drive from Raleigh, showcase former mill towns, industrial works, farms, and estates from as far back as the 1700s
Take a Dip: Cool Off in the Water on these Hikes
The heat is rising! Here are five hikes near the Triangle that offer a chance to swim in creeks, lakes, and swimming holes.
Best Foot Forward: New Year’s Day Hikes
New Year’s Day hikes by Catherine Currin Interested in hitting the trails before chowing down on black-eyed peas and collard greens this Jan. 1? You can kick off your resolutions with an organized first day hike at one of the…
Your Summer 2025 Raleigh Bucket List
From destination restaurants to outdoor movies to water sports, here are 13 things to do this summer season in Raleigh.
What to Do in July 2025 In and Around Raleigh
Have fun in the North Carolina summer sun this month with music, baseball and festivals galore — then top it all off with fireworks!
What to Do in April 2025 In and Around Raleigh
Welcome the first full month of spring in Raleigh with plant sales, outdoor music and plenty of sports to watch.
What to Do in January 2025 In and Around Raleigh
This month, enjoy winter walks in the evenings, niche gallery exhibitions, live music and tributes to Martin Luther King Jr.
What to Do in November 2024 In and Around Raleigh
This month, share your gratitude through fun benefit events, find sporty ways to enjoy the outdoors and learn a little something new.
Hike a NC State Trail: Nearby Paths to Explore
In honor of North Carolina’s Great Trails State Day this month, here are three official state trails to explore around the Triangle.