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 …