I’m moving to North Carolina soon, and I’m super outdoorsy—and a history nerd. What national parks does the state have for me to check out while I'm living there?
is a great state for “outdoorsy” types and history buffs like yourself, as it’s home to 12 national parks dedicated to natural and historical preservation. The 12 national parks in North Carolina are:
Appalachian National Scenic Trail
Blue Ridge Parkway
Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Cape Lookout National Seashore
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site
Fort Raleigh National Historic Site
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Guilford Courthouse National Military Park
Moores Creek National Battlefield
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail
Trail of Tears National Historic Trail
Wright Brothers National Memorial
That’s enough national parks to keep you busy and entertained for quite a while as you settle into your new locale. The parks are located throughout the state, though, so be sure to get yourself and your car ready for lots of driving by letting the experts at
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