Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation maintains several nature centers, Reedy Creek, Quest at Latta Preserve, McDowell and Stevens Creek. The nature … [Read more...] about Free nature programs, crafts, animal meetings (and much more) at Mecklenburg County Nature Preserves
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Hike on Gold Hill Rail Trail for gold mine history, a bamboo forest and a ghost story
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 on Gold Hill Rail Trail for gold mine history, a bamboo forest and a ghost story
Buffalo Creek Preserve Trail takes you through forest, savanna, farmland, and across a swinging bridge
We've been exploring many hiking trails in the Charlotte area and beyond. Read about 50+ hikes and walks in the Charlotte area. Cabarrus County is … [Read more...] about Buffalo Creek Preserve Trail takes you through forest, savanna, farmland, and across a swinging bridge
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
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
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
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 … [Read more...] about Hike through the woods to another time — the Robinson Rock House ruins from the 1700s
New Year’s Day Hikes (and a paddle!) at North Carolina State Parks
Every year, several North Carolina State Parks host First Day Hikes led by park staff. Here are the First Day Hikes (and one First Day Paddle!) at … [Read more...] about New Year’s Day Hikes (and a paddle!) at North Carolina State Parks
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