The 10 Best Places To Visit In North Carolina In 2019
By Robin Jarvis
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Published January 30, 2019
Planning a day trip, weekend excursion, or a vacation? It’s never too early to plan a stay-cation right here at home in North Carolina! We’ve got some fantastic suggestions below that will help with narrowing down the countless places you can make family memories in the Tar Heel State! Take a look and then start planning!
1. North Carolina Zoo - Asheboro
Whether it's been a year or a decade since you went to the zoo, it's never to soon to reconnect with the friendly creatures at the largest natural habitat zoo in the world. Learn more
in this previous article .
2. Suncrest Water Park - Taylorsville
By all accounts, this spring-fed natural pool and water park should be for the little ones in the family, but you won't be able to help feeling like a kid again at this unique summertime attraction! Get all of the details from
this previous article .
3. This Hidden Fountain of Youth - Crumpler
Maybe the water from this fountain of youth won't actually make you younger, but some people swear by the healing properties found in this healing spring. Bonus: it's part of a hideaway cabin resort. Learn more
here .
4. Shatley Springs Restaurant (and Inn) - Crumpler
While you're already in Crumpler, be sure to head over to the Shatley Springs Inn for a meal (and one-of-a-kind experience) you won't soon forget! Get more details
in this previous article .
5. Lake Pines Swim Club - Fayetteville
Whether you're languishing through the frigid temps of winter or making plans for an upcoming summer weekend, you can't go wrong with a visit to an old-fashioned water park. This lake-sized pool is reminiscent of yesteryear and belongs on everyone's bucket list. Learn more
at this link .
6. Fields of the Wood Theme Park - Murphy
This free theme park in Western North Carolina is home to the world's largest ten commandments. You can't miss them inset on the large hill next to the parking lot. The park has 200 acres to explore. Learn more
from this previous article .
7. Antiquing in Brevard
If you think there are few better ways to spend the day than picking for vintage finds, then head to Brevard, a town where you can spend all weekend browsing the many antique and vintage stores. Bonus: take a break from shopping and take in all that Brevard has to offer! Get the details from
this previously published article .
8. Joyce Kilmer Forest - Robbinsville
Spend the day exploring an ancient forest filled with fairy tale trails and footbridges. What a perfect way to relax and unwind! Learn more from
this article .
9. Shangri-La - Prospect Hill
Explore a tiny little village with four-foot tall buildings constructed by hand from small rocks. In all, the village has 27 buildings that will leave you in awe. It's located roadside in someone's front yard. Get all of the details from
this previous article .
10. Sand Dollar Island - NC Coast
Spend the day on a deserted island filled with sand dollars. You can even keep the ones that aren't still alive! Get the details
here , and strike it rich in sand dollars!
For another great family stay-cation, head to this amazing log cabin campground found in North Carolina!
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