The Joyce Kilmer Wilderness in Western North Carolina is famous for its towering trees. These hardwood giants have grown uninterrupted for hundreds of years.

As spring approaches, some may be looking for hiking trails to enjoy after Helene's destruction. Here's a list of open trails near Asheville.

South Mountains State Park will begin to reopen March 17, with the main entrance becoming accessible sometime in April.

Three wildfires in N.C.'s national forests have burned about 809 acres. Though wet weather is helping with containment, concerns aren't over yet.

For one of the best springtime adventures in North Carolina, hike to the famous Daffodil Flats in the Linville Gorge ...

Further updates on recent North Carolina wildfires from the U.S. Forest Service indicated progress in containment. "Fire crews have concluded active firefighting operations," a news release said.