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What is the NC Science Trail?

North Carolina is home to some of the most awe-inspiring and accessible science and nature venues in the country.
The NC Science Trail is your place to find them. Come join us!

A Travel Guide for NC Science

If you are traveling in North Carolina and you’re looking to explore the incredible science and nature opportunities that our state has to offer, the NC Science Trail is your guide for where to go, when to go, how to get there, and what’s going on.

An Educational Resource

Not sure what kind of activity you’re looking for today, but need something that will stoke your brain? You’re in the right place. We’ll help you discover your scientific interests, at home, school, or on the Trail.

A Science-Focused Community

All of our Trail Partners love science and nature! We spend every day immersed in ways to make learning about NC’s resources fun and exciting for you. Need help? We’re here for you!

UPCOMING EVENTS!

What would you like to do today?

2024 has arrived in style - See what we are doing:

17 April Wednesday
Science For All Partner

ecoEXPLORE: The Amazing World of Plants! At the West Asheville Library

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
942 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806
19 April Friday

NC Science Festival Trail Event

NC Science Trail Partner-Piedmont West

Discovery Place Science: Science on the Rocks (21+ event)

6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC, 28202, US
20 April Saturday

NC Science Festival Trail Event

NC Science Trail Partner-Piedmont West

NC Science Trail & Hanging Rock SP: Nature’s Innovation-Landforms Forged by Time

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Hanging Rock State Park, 1790 Hanging Rock Park Road Danbury, NC 27016
20 April Saturday

NC Science Festival Trail Event

NC Science Trail Partner-Coastal

Bald Head Island Conservancy: Marvelous Microscopic Worlds

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
700 Federal Road, Bald Head Island, NC, 28461, US
20 April Saturday

NC Science Festival Trail Event

NC Science Trail Partner-Piedmont West

Catawba Science Center: STEM Trek

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
243 3rd Ave NE, HICKORY, NC, 28601, US
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Get Outside in NC

Science and nature-based outdoor activities including hiking trails, biking trails, equestrian trails, and paddling trails.

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Explore a Museum in NC

Hands-on indoor science activities to guide your scientific curiosities.

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Discover Wildlife

Up-close personal interactions with different types of wildlife.

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Be a Scientist

Citizen Science Programs in North Carolina

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Take a Class

Science and nature-based classes offered by our Trail Partners for all different ages. Virtual and In-person options.

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Experiment at Home/School

Science and nature-based education resources for home or school explorations.

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Find My Passion

Choose a scientific field that is most interesting to you!

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