This is part of a new USA TODAY network project showcasing breathtaking — and perhaps, underappreciated — views throughout ...

The 51,000-acre Bridge Fire that destroyed at least 39 homes in September closed Mt. Baldy hiking trails for eight months.

Key attractions include Old Baldy Lighthouse, the Village Chapel, and the Bald Head Island Conservancy. Dining options range ...

The Old Baldy Lighthouse is the oldest surviving lighthouse in North Carolina. Visitors willing to climb to the top can experience the breathtaking panoramic view of the island, Cape Fear River ...