North Carolina is home to 34 state parks, four recreation areas and a variety of landscapes, from mountainous to coastal.

The most popular, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, is a World Heritage Reserve site that attracts an amazing 9 million visitors every year. So what are you waiting for? Strap on your backpack, lace up your boots, get out there and enjoy it!

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