Parks Near Me in Marion, nc
Mount Mitchell State Park
2388 State Highway 128, Burnsville, NC
One of those places that stand apart from the ordinary, Mount Mitchell’s dramatic summit is the highest point east of the Mississippi at 6,684 feet and was inspiration for one of the nation’s... Read More
Chimney Rock State Park
431 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC
Some of North Carolina’s most dramatic mountain scenery is found at Chimney Rock State Park, with the signature 315-foot spire overlooking Hickory Nut Gorge and Lake Lure. Admission is charged... Read More
South Mountains State Park
3001 South Mountain Park Avenue, Connelly Springs, NC
In one of the state’s most rugged areas, South Mountains State Park features elevations to 3,000 feet, an 80-foot waterfall, mountain streams and more than 40 miles of trails for hikers,... Read More
Blue Ridge Parkway
Starts in Asheville 47.6 Miles, Asheville, NC
About the Blue Ridge Parkway
Outstanding scenery and recreational opportunities make the Blue Ridge Parkway one of the most visited sections of the National Park... Read More
Crowders Mountain State Park
522 Park Office Lane, Kings Mountain, NC
Companion peaks at Crowders Mountain State Park—The Pinnacle and Crowders Mountain—offer challenging hikes, towering cliffs and 25-mile views of the surrounding piedmont. Eleven trails range... Read More
New River State Park
358 New River State Park Road, Laurel Springs, NC
The New River was named a National Wild and Scenic River in 1976 and it wildly winds through some of the best North Carolina mountain scenery. New River State Park is base camp for exploration... Read More
Stowe Park
24 South Main Street, Belmont, NC
Stowe Park is one of our most popular and central parks in Belmont. With so many inviting attractions and being in downtown, it holds many visitors from far and near.
Read MoreLake Norman State Park
759 State Park Road, Troutman, NC
Lake Norman State Park, on the largest manmade lake in North Carolina, boasts one of the region’s more popular mountain biking network, offering 30.5 miles of single-track trail. Nearby are a... Read More
Gorges State Park
976 Grassy Ridge Road, Sapphire, NC
Gorges State Park is set in the midst of plunging waterfalls, rugged river gorges, sheer rock walls and a high concentration of rare species, and exploration of this unique environment often... Read More
Stone Mountain State Park
3042 Frank Parkway, Roaring Gap, NC
The massive granite dome at Stone Mountain State Park keeps watch on park visitors enjoying nearly every type of outdoor activity – camping, hiking, climbing, fishing, picnicking, horseback... Read More
Village Park
700 West C Street, Kannapolis, NC
Entertainment Series
The award-winning Summer Entertainment Series, conducted in Cabarrus County's largest amphitheater at Village Park, continues to attract over 45,000 people annually... Read More
Kannapolis Veterans Park
119 North Main Street, Kannapolis, NC
Open to the public seven days a week from dawn to dusk.
Brick walkways, fountains and green spaces create a beautiful community gathering place for concerts and special events. Striking... Read More
Cane Creek Park
5213 Harkey Rd, Waxhaw, NC
Cane Creek Park is a family-oriented, water-based recreation space that encompasses 1,050 acres of land surrounding a 350-acre lake. The park provides a natural and scenic environment for a... Read More
Tanglewoof Dog Park
291 Northtrail Rd, Clemmons, NC
Tanglewoof opened at Tanglewood Park in May of 2013. The all turf dog park is designed for both large and small dogs to legally run off leash in a fenced area. The 2.35 acre dog park is... Read More
Pilot Mountain State Park
1792 Pilot Knob Park Road, Pinnacle, NC
Rising abruptly more than 2,000 feet, Pilot Mountain has been a navigational landmark for centuries, and is a recreational landmark as well, offering miles of trails, camping, climbing and... Read More
Miller Park
400 Leisure Lane,, Winston Salem, NC
As a part of AARP's 60th Anniversary, AARP launched an ambitious effort in 2019 to create 53 fitness parks – one each in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin... Read More
Hanging Rock State Park
1790 Hanging Rock Park Road, Danbury, NC
Since its creation as a 1930s Civilian Conservation Corps project, Hanging Rock State Park has offered the best of a traditional outdoor experience with 73-site campground, picnic grounds,... Read More
Morrow Mountain State Park
49104 Morrow Mountain Road, Albemarle, NC
Choose an adventure at Morrow Mountain State Park, whether it’s hiking, camping, paddling, fishing, horseback riding, swimming or just taking in scenery on one of the highest points in the... Read More
Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area
625 Virginia Cates Road, Hillsborough, NC
Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area offers a quick escape into nature with its three miles of trail exploring riverside forests, bluffs reaching to the highest point in the area and... Read More
