CHARLOTTE – When the Charlotte Museum of Nature opens in 2026, visitors can look forward to meeting several new residents, including a lively group of otters.

Ready to explore the Carolinas on foot? This guide highlights fantastic hiking options near Charlotte — or within a couple hours’ drive — for every skill level.

Discovery Place unveiled plans Wednesday for its reimagined nature museum, announcing a new name and expanded vision for the facility currently under construction at Freedom Park. The Charlotte ...

Note that the Western North Carolina Nature Center is currently closed due to damage from Hurricane Helene. If you're itching to learn more about the natural world of Appalachia, or simply have ...

Situated about 15 miles northwest of Uptwon Charlotte in Huntersville, North Carolina, the Carolina Raptor Center operates largely ... nearly mile-long outdoor nature trail that is set up similar ...