Join the Inter-Mountain Alpine Club (I-MAC) for its 2026 Backpacking School. The two-day weekend event is free and open to ...

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North Carolina has breathtaking spots for backpackers, but if you're just looking for a weekend getaway, we've got five spots that travelers love.