These day hike sections of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail offer a respite from civilization and beautiful scenery over a variety of distancesby Joe Miller The Mountains-to-Sea Trail runs through some pretty wild terrain on its 1,200-mile journey across North Carolina. To…
Tall trees and cool breezes make these areas near Raleigh great options for getting outside on the hottest days of the year.
These recently opened trails in the Raleigh and Durham areas offer natural escapes, short and long distances, and varied terrain.
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.
Check out these spots in the Triangle to cast a line in the water after a short hike, a quintessential summer pastime or many.
These trails tucked near city centers, schools, and shopping areas offer respite from the bustle of the Triangle.
These trails, each a short drive from Raleigh, showcase former mill towns, industrial works, farms, and estates from as far back as the 1700s
The heat is rising! Here are five hikes near the Triangle that offer a chance to swim in creeks, lakes, and swimming holes.
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…
Kick off 2026 with cozy indoor performing arts shows, gallery exhibitions and independent films — or brave the chill outside.
From destination restaurants to outdoor movies to water sports, here are 13 things to do this summer season in Raleigh.
Have fun in the North Carolina summer sun this month with music, baseball and festivals galore — then top it all off with fireworks!
Welcome the first full month of spring in Raleigh with plant sales, outdoor music and plenty of sports to watch.
This month, enjoy winter walks in the evenings, niche gallery exhibitions, live music and tributes to Martin Luther King Jr.