Carolina Raptor Center and Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation are hosting STEAM Day at Latta on Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., … [Read more...] about STEAM Day at Latta April 5
Outdoor Recreation
Memorial Garden in full bloom with tulips + 10 other must-see gardens this spring
The Charlotte region is home to several very different botanical gardens, each with its own feel and focus. What they all have in common is that they … [Read more...] about Memorial Garden in full bloom with tulips + 10 other must-see gardens this spring
Hike through the woods to another time — the Robinson Rock House ruins from the 1700s
Tucked away in Reedy Creek Nature Preserve, an easy not-quite-a-mile walk from the Reedy Creek Nature Center, is the last thing you might expect to … [Read more...] about Hike through the woods to another time — the Robinson Rock House ruins from the 1700s
50+ hikes and walks in Charlotte and beyond — now with a map!
Lace up your shoes because it's time to start walking! We've put together photo guides for a wide variety of places to walk and hike in Charlotte, … [Read more...] about 50+ hikes and walks in Charlotte and beyond — now with a map!
Hike Bakers Mountain for a panoramic view of the Catawba Valley
We've been highlighting interesting hikes in or near Charlotte. Each one offers something special, whether it's a view of a waterfall, an interesting … [Read more...] about Hike Bakers Mountain for a panoramic view of the Catawba Valley
First Broad River Trail: Hike along a river and over a 170-foot suspension bridge in Shelby
Adding to our list of 50+ hikes and walks near Charlotte, North Carolina, is First Broad River Trail in Shelby. This out-and-back trail is 1.5 miles … [Read more...] about First Broad River Trail: Hike along a river and over a 170-foot suspension bridge in Shelby
South Fork Trail: take an easy hike along the river to see Civil War history
The next in our series of hikes is South Fork Trail. This is an easy, flat hike on a natural surface. It's an out-and-back trail, 2 miles each way. It … [Read more...] about South Fork Trail: take an easy hike along the river to see Civil War history
Spring Equinox Celebration at Reedy Creek Nature Center
Celebrate Spring Equinox with an evening of nature immersion at Reedy Creek Nature Center, 2986 Rocky River Road, Charlotte, North Carolina. This … [Read more...] about Spring Equinox Celebration at Reedy Creek Nature Center
Green River Revival — St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Whitewater Center
The U.S. National Whitewater Center is planning Green River Revival on Saturday, March 15, 2025, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Green River Revival is … [Read more...] about Green River Revival — St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Whitewater Center
Hike Twelve Mile Creek Greenway, including a suspension bridge to South Carolina
We've been highlighting interesting hikes in and near Charlotte for a while. Each offers something different and special. Some hikes lead you to an … [Read more...] about Hike Twelve Mile Creek Greenway, including a suspension bridge to South Carolina
