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François Dumaine
By François Dumaine • Updated 04/10/2026

Why hike in North Carolina?

Although North Carolina (N.C.) is known for its vast arable land, diverse landscape and having one of the oldest public university in the United States of America, it also is a perfect destination for people that are looking for an ideal holiday location for outdoor activities.

This southeastern state has landscapes varying from the Appalachian Mountains to beautiful lakes to the forest and the Atlantic Ocean. This diversity has made it the perfect location for romantic trips, family holidays and even official trips. The never-ending torrents of activities are sure to keep you wanting to come back. If you have never thought of North Carolina as a travel destination, hopefully by the time you get to the end of this, you must have started booking your flight for the next holiday seas

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25 hikes under 2 hours from Montreal
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25 hikes under 2 hours from Montreal

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