Join the Movement

Jackson County, North Carolina has joined the Outdoor NC Movement

Jackson County is a proud partner of the Outdoor NC Alliance and we’re thrilled to share our commitment to stewardship of our shared outdoor spaces with you. We have joined the Outdoor NC movement to preserve and protect our cherished outdoor spaces for future generations to enjoy. Our goal is to actively promote stewardship and responsible recreation in the outdoors, which will ensure our state is the world-class destination we know and love, forever.  The goal is simple – it’s a call to action for both residents and visitors to embrace responsible recreation and leave things better than you found them.

Our partnership with Outdoor NC encourages those visiting to minimize their footprint and impact on the environment. Our goal is simple – to ensure these mountains are pristine and enjoyable for future generations to come.

About Outdoor NC

Outdoor NC is a movement that is committed to promoting stewardship throughout North Carolina, inspiring everyone to not only experience the outdoors, but embrace and protect it as well. It provides a wide variety of resources which educate outdoor adventurers on how they can recreate responsibly, respectfully, and safely. As an Outdoor NC Alliance partner, we actively encourage everyone to join our collective movement to protect our beloved, shared outdoor spaces. 

It’s easier than you think to join the movement. It can be as simple as following the Leave No Trace® Seven Principles. Or you can get more involved and participate in several of our offerings year-round that help keep Jackson County a beautiful place to visit. Whatever level of involvement, we welcome you, knowing you share our goals of being considerate, inclusive, respectful, and staying safe in our great outdoors.

Our commitment extends beyond promoting eco-travel. We strive to make our mountains accessible to everyone, with Jackson County offering a variety of parks, trails, and activities that are accessible to people of all abilities. Everyone deserves the ability to travel and experience nature.

Whether it’s hiking some of the highest mountains on the East Coast, fly fishing along the WNC Fly Fishing Trail®, birdwatching, or enjoying a picnic on the Parkway, there is something for everyone in this beautiful corner of North Carolina. As you set out on your adventure, remember to tread lightly and minimize your impact on the natural environment.

Your next adventure in Jackson County, NC, is more than just an experience—it’s a chance to make a lasting difference. Join the Outdoor NC Movement with us and find out what it means to leave a positive, lasting impression on the great outdoors. We invite you to join the Outdoor NC movement by clicking the button below. 

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Thank you for joining us and Outdoor NC in being good stewards of our environment. Future generations will greatly benefit from your commitment to preserving our natural resources.