Our State Geography in a Snap: Interesting Places Reprinted with
permission from the North Carolina Department of Public
Instruction website. Related Entries: Cape Hatteras Lighthouse;
Currituck Beach Lighthouse; Lake Mattamuskeet; NC Museum of
History; NC Museum of Natural Sciences; NC Places Named for
Governors; Oakdale Cemetery (Wilmington, NC); Oak Island
Lighthouse; Roadside Attractions; State Transportation Signs
North Carolina is the nation's variety vacation land, ranking
eighth in the nation for visitation. Recreational opportunities
abound throughout the state. Boating, swimming, saltwater
fishing, and most other water sports are enjoyed along the North
Carolina coast. The mountains offer scenic beauty and a variety
of activities, including hiking, golfing, whitewater rafting ,
and skiing. Horseback riding, boating, fishing and golfing are
popular activities in the piedmont region. North Carolina is
recognized worldwide for its more than 450 golf courses located
throughout the state. Recreation area