Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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High atop Fire Mountain Trails, a vast network of multi-use trails in Cherokee, lies Spearfinger, one of the fastest downhill mountain biking experiences in North Carolina. Longtime trail-riding friends Laura Blythe and Jeremy Hyatt, members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, lead the way down the mountain.

Ten to Try: Trails
From the mountains to the sea, North Carolina is a nature lover’s paradise. Hundreds of trails across the state offer access to some of the most beautiful nature destinations in the world. Whether you’re a hiker, biker, jogger or paddler, North Carolina has a trail for you. Come along as we check out 10 of the most unique trail experiences in the state with 10 lovers of the great outdoors.

The series was produced in partnership with the Great Trails State Coalition for the NC Year of the Trail and with generous support from the SECU Foundation.

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