A person with long hair and sunglasses stands on a beach, with a pier visible in the background and wind blowing.

Carolyn Harmon

Carolyn Harmon is a long-time North Carolina writer and artist who covers the Tar Heel State for Only In Your State with the reverence of someone who has spent years exploring its mountains, coastlines, and legendary folklore. From the Brown Mountain Lights to the Outer Banks, Carolyn writes about North Carolina as a place of genuine wonder — one she has personally experienced across all its contradictions and surprises.

Nature
National & State Parks

This Natural Water Park in North Carolina Is a Dream Come True

by Carolyn Harmon
on Sep 16
A sunny beach scene with people swimming and relaxing by a calm lake under a blue sky with fluffy clouds.
Nature
Hiking

The Magnificent Natural Wonder In North Carolina That’s Located Only A Third Of A Mile From The Parking Lot

by Carolyn Harmon
on Sep 4
A serene waterfall cascades over rocks into a clear pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a blue sky.
Nature
Wildlife & Farms

The One North Carolina Ranch Where You Can Feed Lemurs And Capybaras

by Carolyn Harmon
on Aug 30
A group of six goats lounging on a wooden step in the sun, some resting while others sit upright.
Stays
Vacation Rentals

Sleep in an Old General Store When You Book a Stay In This Small-Town Airbnb in North Carolina

This small-town Airbnb in North Carolina is a renovated Old General Store on the French Broad River. See this place with a view in Marshall.

by Carolyn Harmon
on Jul 2
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Food

Word On The Street Is That Huli Sue’s Serves The Best BBQ In North Carolina

by Carolyn Harmon
on Aug 26
Outdoor dining area at Huli Sue's with blue umbrellas, yellow chairs, and tables set for guests.