Category: Explore NC
Step up your pace with trail running: Five North Carolina trails for beginners
If you're used to running on pavement, you might be skeptical about trail running. The truth is, trail running is easier on your joints, burns more calories, and gets...
5 fall hikes to help you regain your hiking groove
With cooler temps on the horizon and more people getting outdoors, hiking expert Joe Miller outlines 5 scenic trails to hike this fall...
5 Fun (and Kid-Friendly) North Carolina Hikes for the Family
Having a hook (like a waterfall or an awesome view) is key to a successful family hike. So is hiking a trail that’s not too long, not too hard....
Push your envelope with 5 of the most challenging hikes in North Carolina
Outdoor expert Joe Miller walks us through five of the most extreme and challenging hikes in North Carolina for those looking for a true adventure...
If you’re looking for summer adventure, try paddling with these beginner-friendly tips.
It’s too hot to be outdoors? Not if you’re near water. Or better yet, on it. Here are some tips from outdoor expert Joe Miller on how and where...
Five of the most beautiful hikes in North Carolina
Adventure guide Joe Miller's top picks for a gorgeous spring hike, including a meadow of flowering rhododendrons and a lodge tucked away in the Blue Ridge Mountains...
Looking for a way to unplug after work? Try an evening hike
If you're looking for a way to unplug and de-stress after a long day at work, evening hikes may be an option you haven't considered. Here are some things...
4 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Explore NC
5 places to find spring in North Carolina
Hiking expert Joe Miller knows where to find the first signs of spring. Here are 5 hiking trails in North Carolina to find budding wildflowers and enjoy some time...
5 ‘must-do’ North Carolina hikes for 2021
Hiking expert Joe Miller of Get Going NC shares his top five "must do" hikes for 2021. Check them off your bucket list, and let us know how they...
4 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Explore NC, Fitness
You tried hiking in 2020. Here’s how to keep going.
If you tried hiking in 2020 and want to continue it in the new year, here are a few tips for beginners about North Carolina trails to try and...
4 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Explore NC, Fitness
