North Carolina Named One Of The ‘Best States For Outdoorsy People’
If you love being outdoors and soaking in nature, there are some states you just need to visit. Or maybe you already live in one of them. StudyFinds has compiled a list of the Best States for Outdoorsy People, based on recommendations from various travel experts. Some states have stunning mountains, others have beautiful beaches, and a few offer both.
California has snowy peaks, a long coastline, and scenic deserts in between, which is why the Golden State is at the top of the list. Further up the West Coast, Washington is fifth in the ranking. But do you know which Eastern state also offers quite a bit of variety for outdoorsy types? North Carolina!
You don’t have to drive far from Charlotte to be immersed in the great outdoors. It’s just two hours west to the Blue Ridge Mountains for incredible hiking and fly fishing. Drive a little over three hours to the east and you can put your toes in the Atlantic Ocean at a great spot like Wrightsville Beach near Wilmington. It’s worth the extra mileage to visit the Outer Banks, too.
You can see the rest of the best states for people who love to be outside below. Whether you like hiking, biking, skiing, fishing, climbing, diving, camping or glamping, you’ll find a place in North Carolina to do it without having to get on a plane. In fact, it’s the only East Coast state on the list.
Best States For Outdoorsy People (StudyFinds)
- California – Nine national parks plus surfing.
- Utah – Amazing skiing and hiking.
- Colorado – Year-round fun in the Rockies.
- Montana – Three words: Glacier National Park.
- Washington – Climbing, kayaking, whale watching and more.
- Alaska – A true wilderness experience.
- North Carolina – From the mountains to the beaches.
