Welcome! I'm up in the NE corner of NC. We're about an hour from the Outer Banks, which is always a great ride, especially in good weather, and during the "off season". You may also want to consider a ride along the Blue Ridge Parkway. I've only done it in a car, but this summer, I'll be taking the Spyder. Its an incredible road with fantastic scenery, lots ot twists and turns...made for a Spyder! You'll find a myriad of great places to ride in NC, and some organized rides from time to time. Keep checking the NC forums...