state parks

National park tourism in North Carolina contributes billions to the state economy and creates thousands of jobs. But the rising number of visitors to nature areas is in some ways a double-edged sword.

North Carolina has approved over $42 million that will help fund park projects across the state. The North Carolina Parks and Recreation Trust Fund will…

Governor Roy Cooper has signed bills authorizing a new North Carolina state park near Asheville. Three new state trails are also included in the…

It's been a record year for the number of visitors to North Carolina's state parks. Park officials cite new trails, improvements, and social media efforts…

Radio Camper Quinn McCrea talks to Jesse Anderson. Anderson is a Park Ranger at Pilot Mountain State Park.