NC PARKS & PRESERVES
THE GREEN SWAMP RESERVE
If you are someone who believes that insect-eating plants are interesting (and not creepy), then you should definitely put Green Swamp on your list. Home
WEYMOUTH WOODS-SANDHILLS NATURE PRESERVE
Yes, it is a reserve, focused on preserving something. In this case: preserving the longleaf pine forest along with the animals and plants which thrive
MORROW MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
If there is one thing you will never find at Morrow Mountains State Park, its boredom. A place that is abundant in terms of opportunities
LAKE NORMAN STATE PARK
Besides featuring Lake Norman, the state’s largest man-made lake, Lake Norman State Park has a lot to offer to its visitors. From 30.5 miles of
CROWDERS MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
A fantastic place for climbing or hiking, or simply sitting back and enjoying being in the midst of nature, Crowders Mountain State Park is located
FORT MACON STATE PARK
If you’re looking for a place that offers the outdoors and has a historical edge to it, then this is just the place for you.
STONE MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
If you like something that’s grand yet outdoorsy, you must definitely head to Stone Mountain State Park. Located in the northwestern part of North Carolina,
KERR LAKE STATE RECREATION AREA
One of the largest and most scenic lakes in the Southeast, Kerr Lake is spread over an area of 50,000 acres with over 850 miles
FREEDOM PARK
Popularly called the ‘Central Park of Charlotte,’ Freedom Park is located in the Dilworth/Myers Park/ right in the midst of high-class residential architecture. Spread over
CHIMNEY ROCK STATE PARK
Known for offering some of the most scenic views of the mountains, Chimney Rock is located 95 miles from Charlotte. The park gets its name
UNC CHARLOTTE BOTANICAL GARDENS
Located on the eastern side of the campus of the University of North Carolina, the UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens, which is truly a spectacle to
JOCKEY’S RIDGE STATE PARK
If you’re an out-and-out outdoor person, and loves nothing less than trying new things, this place is truly ideal for your getaway. The over a
LATTA PLANTATION NATURE CENTER
Located on Charlotte’s northern outskirts, the Latta Plantation Nature Center, which is located near the Catawba River, is a one of a kind natural reserve
LAKE JAMES STATE PARK
One of the largest state parks in North Carolina, Lake James is spread over an area of 6,800 acres and has an impressive 150 miles
SOUTH MOUNTAINS STATE PARK
One of the most rugged state parks in the state, South Mountains State Park is the ideal place to go if you’re looking for some