The 50 best parks and gardens in Charlotte

During our recent visit, we had the pleasure of witnessing the breathtaking cherry blossoms in full bloom, which made the experience truly magical. The park’s serene atmosphere, combined with its stunning seasonal beauty, creates an ideal escape from the city’s hustle and bustle. Adding to its appeal, the surrounding area boasts a fantastic selection of restaurants, making it a great spot to enjoy a delicious meal before or after exploring this lovely urban oasis. Whether you're looking for a peaceful walk, a stunning photo backdrop, or a delightful dining experience, this hidden gem has it all!

Romare Bearden Park is one of my favorite spots in Uptown Charlotte. It’s beautifully designed with open green lawns, interactive fountains, and public art that gives it a vibrant yet relaxing vibe. Whether you’re here for a walk, a picnic, or just to unwind, it always feels refreshing. The views of the skyline are fantastic, especially at sunset. There's often live music, food trucks, or small festivals on the weekends, so there’s always something going on. It’s clean, safe, and perfect for families, couples, or solo visitors. The location is also ideal—right by restaurants, museums, and the stadium. A perfect example of urban space done right.

Surprisingly quiet considering it's in the middle of town, surrounded by some great restaurants, walking distances to museums, Bank of America Stadium, Truist Baseball field and so much more! Enjoyed our walks there.

Nice and small park in uptown area. You can have your lunch. Dog friendly. You may see live music as well. No free parking.

This park has a beautiful view of the Charlotte skyline and a gorgeous wall fountain that lights up at night. It's good size for an inter city park.

Green area within the uptown, an oasis inside the urban area. Pretty nice, there's a lot of people enjoying the park, the cascade fountain it's an attraction for kids. A city's sightseeing.

This was the first time at this park. It was really nice not a lot of parking though. I went on a day they had a free lunch concert. They have spots for sitting, picnic tables, basketball, pickle ball/ tennis areas and walking trails.

First Ward Park is a peaceful and beautifully maintained green space right in the heart of Uptown Charlotte. It’s the perfect spot to take a break from the city buzz, whether you're on a walk, having a picnic, or just enjoying the sunshine. The fountains, modern landscaping, and wide open lawns give it a refreshing, urban feel. There’s plenty of seating, and it's close to great restaurants, museums, and public transit. Always clean and well-lit, it’s a safe and welcoming place for families, couples, or solo visitors. A must-visit if you're exploring Uptown!

We had sure a fun time here while killing time before a wedding. All our kids loved it and there was a Race going on for St Jude and the Panthers band was at the finish line! Very nice area with workout equipment built into the park for those trying to get fresh air and a workout in!

Nice, well maintained park, lots of kids playing in the water, open fields, and a number of shade trees too.

Amazing parking when something big is not going on. I love the art, the walk paths, and how close it is to a lot of exhibits. Definitely come early if you want free parking, otherwise, you end up paying $30 for parking nearby.

I went to the First Ward Park Soul Fest. It was fantastic! The artists were amazing and very talented. I planned on buying 1-2 pieces of art, and ended up buying 5 pieces from various artists. I will definitely go back. I enjoyed food from the food trucks and the entertainment from a variety of singers and dancers made the event so much fun. The dancers were teaching the audience a variety of dances from different cultures. Unfortunately, it started raining a little after 5. I tried to wait it out because I wanted to participate in the line dance teaching event, but the wind and downpour wouldn't let up. Hopefully, the weather will cooperate the next time.

First Ward Park is a vibrant known for its open green spaces, modern design, and community-friendly vibe. Located in an urban setting, it offers walking paths, fountains, and areas for relaxation or small events. It’s a popular spot for picnics, outdoor activities, and enjoying city views in a calm, clean environment.

First thing, beautiful park & love what they have done there. It is definitely a good place to have your family and friends to enjoy some time together. It is truly a nice park but time for some honesty. One…TOO MANY HOMELESS INDIVIDUALS around….not to be mean but in order to keep that place in a beautiful and SAFE environment…this has to happen…remove them. You have too many families with children out there for this to be happening. Two….the park itself need some sort of park security on bikes and even walking around…it would do the park some good. Three…clean up that fountain in the back….the water is dirty and clearly if there are homeless people, they have been bathing in that. The park has true potential, like date nights with live music for the city ….must do better.

It's nice. It's a really big place. We went to the playground that's at this location. My kid loves it. They have somewhat of a "ninja course" here which is what my child is always looking for at a playground whenever possible. There was a restroom here but there is only one stall with one toilet and sink in the women's bathroom and I assume the men's room couldn't be much better. There was also a nice little park with benches to sit on right next to a pond. It was nice. Cool place to take pics of you're in to that sort of thing. It was a relatively large playground too. It was nice. I would go back.

Park Road Park holds a special place for us - so many evenings spent there watching my partner play in the softball rec league. It’s a great spot with plenty of space for the dogs to roam and play too. A perfect blend of fun, relaxation, and fresh air for the whole family!

It’s such a good park to take a walk near the pond and relax outside. They have benches to seat. People bring their dogs to walk and also they have a nice playground for kids. Family oriented park with a large parking lot.

What a wonderful park on a wonderful day! The paved loop around the lake is a little over 0.5 miles. The park was full of friendly people with dogs and babies. I saw lots of fish, turtles and ducks. The bathroom was decently clean and definitely usable.

Admiring how much the skyline has changed from this view point. This was actually shot at the corner of Park Rd (Facing north) & Tyvola. The park is very close with parts under renovations. When Freedom Park is PACKED, this is my next go to which is not too far.

This is really an awesome park! This is my first time here and I made a last second stop after work to get some walking in! Fantastic views, plenty of shade, and great nature settings as well. They also have a good looking playground that I will have to bring my girls back to some day. Overall it was a great time!! 5 Stars!!

We are from out of town and found this nice spot to let my kids run around and burn off some energy. Has swings, slides, monkey bars, and lots of things to climb. It’s a big plot with basketball courts and baseball fields. Decent path around a nice pond for a good walk as well! Plenty of parking all around!

Its a very well maintained set of trails. There's easy to moderate hikes. I tried the Shady Trail and Kingfisher Trail. Because there is rich forest cover its usually not very humid and there's a lot of breeze. Would suggest to carry alot of water and it isn't available anywhere but the nature center. Overall a nice place for a weekend hike. Saw a bunch of people swim, kayak and boat as well.

McDowell Nature Preserve is one of Charlotte’s hidden gems. Tucked along the shores of Lake Wylie, it offers beautiful forested trails, clean campsites, and a calm, relaxing atmosphere. The trails are well-marked and vary in difficulty, making it great for both casual walkers and more seasoned hikers. The views of the lake from certain spots are stunning, especially at sunset! The preserve is very well-maintained, with restrooms, a nature center, and even boat access. We especially loved the quiet, shaded areas—perfect for a picnic or just unwinding. The nature center is small but educational, and kids will enjoy exploring it. Whether you're looking for a peaceful walk, a weekend camping trip, or just time to reconnect with nature, McDowell has something for everyone. Highly recommend bringing a pair of binoculars for birdwatching too!

Beautiful views, a lot of sitting areas, a number of nooks people were using to hang out by the lake, fish, or just enjoy the views. The trails need to be a little more well maintained because there were several low hanging trees and worn-out markers. Some picnic tables could use a good power washing or cleaning. The summer hours at the preserve stated it was open until 8 pm, but online it states 5pm.

My favorite park/nature preserve. It’s peaceful on the trails and they are clearly marked. The group instructors and helpful and kind. Many activities are planned throughout the year for kids and adults. Camping is good for a couple of nights. The campground is very clean. You do hear some of the road noise. It’s a great spot to visit for fishing, hiking, kayaking, canoeing, or just hanging out. Don’t miss out on the sunrise and evening kayak events hosted by staff!

I just wanted somewhere peaceful to sit, without constant humming of traffic but not too far from home. It was so beautiful this morning. There was a light rain, but the sun was still shining so it was just perfect if you enjoy the rain like I do! Very clean, very safe vibe. I hope you enjoy these photos and I hope you will visit!

Quiet and relaxed( especially waterfront dock). If you’re stressed out, then come here. You won’t be disappointed. Numbers of walking/hiking trails, picnic areas etc. you can do fishing in the lake as well. Pet friendly. Overall a very good place for family camping. You can just sit by the lake and enjoy the serenity. I wish I could be there during summer and fall seasons. Will visit again. Parking and restrooms are available.

Wonderful campground!!! Very clean and staff was amazing. Campsite was spotless and the shower house was clean and great water pressure. Also a very nice playground. 10 out of 10!

Love this place. Nice feeling of community and the lake is full of fun critters (turtles, beaver looking critters) Little park for kids and adults, and a basketball court. This is where we recycle too. Fun place to hike about.

Reedy Creek is amazing, with plenty of trails to explore. I usually visit 3 to 4 times a week, since moving to Charlotte 5 years ago. They have two large ponds to fish in, and a wonderful nature center.

Reedy Creek Park is an absolute gem—pristine, well-maintained and feels like stepping into a real forest. Whether you’re out for a morning stroll or an evening walk before it closes at 8:30 PM EST, the trails are easy and utterly peaceful. Wildlife is abundant: I’ve spotted tortoises, squirrels galore, rat snakes, even deer, and a variety of songbirds. The rustle of leaves underfoot is so soothing you might forget you’re in town. There’s plenty of free parking, and the staff are friendly and helpful. In a few spots you’ll notice some plastic bottles left behind by careless visitors—such a shame in such a beautiful setting. Please remember to pack out what you pack in (and recycle!), so we can keep this park looking its best. For families, there are playgrounds and a small park area designed specifically for kids, so little ones can burn off energy in a safe, fun environment. If you want to host a small gathering or family event, there are huts tucked into the woods—you really feel like you’ve booked your own private forest retreat. I’m from Kerala, and I’d love to see my state government take inspiration from Reedy Creek’s model. Our state’s lush tropical rainforests would be perfect for a similar park network—great for both conservation and community recreation. Photos: – Trail-Map of all paths

Great park! This is where I go and do most of my walking. Very peaceful and Lots of trails and variety of activities like golf and fishing and playground for the kids and a basketball court and overall good family-friendly atmosphere

This is a fantastic place with something for the entire family. Visit the space built by the Carolina Panthers if you want to try a fun workout, you can even time your run! The dog park (for dogs over 20#) is huge! Lots of trees, open space to throw a ball or just walk. Up for a hike, go for it, paved trailed with bridges, walkways and more meander through the acreage. Basketball courts, picnic areas and more. A place to visit time and time again.

Beautiful quiet place. 700 acres of park. Different walking trails , 2 ponds. Saturday and Sunday they have an ice cream cart close shelter 2 . Good one to spend time with family and friends

Great place for picnics. Plenty of benches and tables. We cone here in Saturdays sometimes to walk the dogs. The trails are relaxing and clean.

McAlpine Creek Park is a beautiful and peaceful place that I would definitely recommend to others. It’s a great spot for walking, running, or just enjoying nature. I saw a lot of students there doing their runs and even some fitness classes happening in the open space, which really brings the park to life. The trails are well-maintained and surrounded by greenery, making it perfect for both casual strolls and serious workouts. It’s a nice place to unwind or stay active. Parking was easy and the park felt clean and safe. Overall, it’s a great space with a positive vibe!

Nice place. Easy walking trails around lake and through trees. You can do fishing as well. Benches are available to enjoy the lake view, birds etc. Pet friendly. You can hangout with friends, family and do barbecue as well. Restrooms are available. Adequate parking.

One of my absolute favorite Parks! They even have exercise machines and a lake full of fish and turtles. I go every time. It's nice out. Great for a long walk and fresh air

I use to live right beside here. The area isn’t considered the “safest” part of town if you live here… but just coming back and enjoying the park alone is nice. They have wooded areas to walk, a nice lake to fish (or sit around), a greenway connection, and a lot of people do cross country running here. It’s very dog friendly ( they have a dog park also ). The greenway crosses 7 miles so be ready!!! It’s very pretty and relaxing. Enjoy!!!

Pond, playing field and connecting 2 other trails. Very natural landscape with so much space for outing, hike, and jagging

Beautiful park, with great hiking and biking trails. Relaxing. If you are quiet enough, you may catch some wildlife.

Our favorite park for a casual stroll with family, I love there are different scenery in one place. You can enjoy the tranquility when walking along the ponds, the mystery when wandering through the woods, or a brisk walk with a friend/furbaby on the dirt paths.

Fun little playground we stumbled upon just driving past it and so we stopped at it later on that day. Right in Downtown Charlotte. Newer, modern playground equipment with multiple different creative ways for your kiddos to climb and get their exercise! 😃👍

I just love this park! I have been going to this park ever since I was a kid and have the best memories there! Its so fun, great place to go one a run or a walk! Its clean and peaceful with is such a bonus! there's so much to do there, baseball field, volleyball, basketball, playgrounds, tennis courts and more! It is so pretty there and is one of my favorite places to just relax!

Lovely park surrounded by gorgeous brick buildings. This would be a great place for a stroll or walk your dog. Tge flower displays were lovely in the gardens.

Nice stadium, nice views. Good view of skyline

This park was very nice and peaceful! The atmosphere was clean and I felt safe being there!

Big city park with lots of walkways, restrooms, and some good landscaping

Independence Park is a historic Charlotte green space with beautiful gardens, walking paths, playgrounds, and sports fields—perfect for relaxing, exercising, and family fun.

Gorgeous themed greenhouses and grounds. I could spend so many hours here! It's easy to assume the trails might be less impressive than the greenhouses, but they are beautiful and expansive in their own right. I especially enjoyed the Asian Garden and the Tropical Room inside the McMillan Greenhouse. I can only imagine how cool it would be as a local student to visit this wonderful place all the time!

Loved it, absolutely recommend a trip! I didn't know peanuts had such bright crimson leaves. I'll definitely come back and check out a different trail! Is this enough words to get more points for a "detailed" review? Hope so.

What a beautiful and magical place! I could spend hours here and I absolutely love the way they have set up their greenhouse and how tall everything is! So many incredible orchids and succulents and cacti and one of the most amazing displays of carnivorous plants I’ve ever seen!! The sarracenia is so plentiful and diverse and the fly traps are so bright and beautiful! I can’t wait to visit this inspiring place again one day :)

Beautiful hidden gem! So peaceful, with winding trails, bridges, and lots of shade. There’s even a kids’ nature play area that kept mine entertained while I enjoyed the scenery. Very well kept, and plenty of benches to rest and take in the view.

The rooms are cool. Definitely an overwhelm for the senses... In the best way though! I would like to see more dino stuff in that particular room... When you cross the street to the outdoor gardens, it's like you're in another world. Very relaxing and grounding. Little surprises throughout... Added Plus, you can rent the space for pics or a wedding etc.. great way to get it done on a budget, ijs. Very shaded and organic in its layout. Not the very pristine, super manicured deal, but beautiful all the same.

We went on a Friday afternoon managed to snag a limited parking spot in front. Beautiful gardens. Different rooms with different climates for the plants. The most beautiful orchid room. Walked across the street and wondered about the hardwood garden. Such a lovely place and loved all the informative signs.

Free to walk around! They have a map to guide you through the different areas. You can park near the greenhouse and sign in. There isn’t a whole lot of parking there but it’s nice if you can find a spot. The botanical gardens outside are pretty cool and it is a bit of walking. I’d recommend coming on a cooler day. Nice experience overall.

This place is huge! Many baseball fields are in one area, In the next area- a couple large fishing ponds, a large playground with many swings and a Panthers Play60 obstacle course- in addition to basketball courts and sand volleyball courts. Just past that is the BMX track and some more pavilions. There are 12 tennis courts after that (would be awesome if they changed some to Pickleball courts!) And disc golf course runs throughout the park. There are many pavilions and picnic tables to eat and and a few paths the kids can ride bikes. This place feels similar to Freedom park, but not quite as well manicured, not nearly so busy. Tons of space! Highly recommend checking it out.

Hornets Nest is looking stunning this time of year! The disc golf course is getting all set up for the Pro Tour Match Play Championship!

The new trail that’s in the rear of the park goes about a mile into the woods and into different neighborhoods,great place to get steps in, to fish cookout and great for the kids….two different play areas,also have rest rooms and plenty of parking.

very entertaining. many playgrounds and courts. clam eye-catching round the lake walk track.

I like the lake with the fountain there. You can take a seat on a bench and enjoy the view. I saw a few ducks and goose. Also you can finish if you like it. There're few fields to play sports, playground for children and some places for BBQ. In general it's not a big park but it's peaceful.

I had a shelter rental this past Saturday at Hornet's Nest Park, 6301 Beatties Ford Road, Charlotte, NC for a family reunion. It was noted that the park ranger was to meet us at the park at 10am to open the gate so that we could drive back to the shelter with the heavier items we couldn't walk back for set up. I was there at 9:55am. We waited and no one ever showed. We walked on foot to locate our Shelter #2 and found and un-housed man was living in our shelter and it strongly smelled of urine. After walking looking for the park ranger and looking for the right numbers to call it was going 10:40am. The emergency line then sent a ranger Keke Worthy and the park supervisor to aide us. We expire our concerns of the un-housed individual and foul urine smell. Ms. Worthy was very apologetic and went above and beyond to address our concerns when she learned what was going on. She really was wonderful in trying to assist. I greatly appreciate her. Thankfully shelter #4 was cancelled and open to we were able to start setting up about 11am. This was a terrible experience, from the ranger not meeting us at 10am, walking in not great weather(rain), the shelter being housed by an un-housed man, the foul smell of urine was unsanitary. The shelter was to be a place where we were due to host family, gather, and cook in was not what I expected as a paying customer that rented this shelter for my family reunion. The event was to start at noon. The lack of follow through on the agreed upon commitment of our contract isn't acceptable nor pleasing. I was so frustrated and disappointed. This threw my entire timeline off for my event. It is my hope that some compensation for this poor customer service/ experience will be provided to me. I took a survey and sent an email and haven't heard anything yet.

There's alot to do at this park. The park has paved paths, two play areas, several picnic shelters with grills, tennis courts, a BMX park, softball field, and frisbee golf. The frisbee golf course was used for big tournament once. There's a pond but it's definitely not for swimming. I've seen people fishing. The park is especially clean considering those nasty geese frequent there. There's several parking lots. It's really busy on the weekends.

A truly beautiful park, especially in the morning between 8am and 10am. Walking the trail with your dog(s) is a supremely peaceful and quiet experience. I love that they have pet waste bags for cleanup available, too. Oh, and there are butterflies EVERYWHERE!

Good Park ! Need to improve a few things ! Quiet Place ! Good for jogging or cycling.

My son absolutely enjoyed himself at this beautiful park, not too crowded and everyone we ran into was a pleasant to talk to. My special needs son enjoyed himself and there was plenty of room for him to run around without bumping into the other kids. Beautiful park, beautiful picnic area, beautiful basketball court just everything was absolutely amazing. Wish we had parks like this back in my home town.

My grandson had a birthday party under the shelter. Plenty of space and many picnic tables. The splash pad was a hit with all the party goers.

Nice park to walk and walk pets and childrens water sprinklers.

Latta Park is a charming, well-maintained park in Charlotte featuring tennis courts, playgrounds, walking trails, and picnic areas—great for sports, relaxation, and community events.

Not a very good city park, it seems like a nice park to visit. Everything is out dates and used. Splash ground isn’t much, especially compared to other cities. Playground is very small and no shade for the little ones. The basketball court is cool but needs to be refreshed. Its amazing how Charlotte hasn’t done better with its public parks.

Soccer Park with a playground. One turf field and one grass field. There is no shade here, so be prepared. The parking lot can also get a bit packed on game days. Overall, nice playground, and the turf field is in pretty good shape. Lastly, there are working bathrooms and water fountains on site.

Beautiful, large, fenced dog park with three separate large areas, joined by wooded paths. Trails surround this gated, off leash area for dogs. It feels like three soccer fields in size, all unique and framed by the most magical trees. The area is incredible and lush. You can spend a good 20 mins walking from one end to the other. Ample running water and bowls for the pups.

THU 2025.08.07 ~06:20, after i arrived and parked my vehicle in the parking of William R. Davie Park, i went for an ~5+ mi CCW Loop walk: thru the neighborhood, and back to the parking. Relatively nice and cool weather, high 60s_F during my ~2 hrs walk. Encountered a total of 8 people (walking, or jogging) in the neighborhood. Everyone was cheery and friendly. The neighborhood look nice👍And William R. Davie Park and its facilities, including Restrooms were well-maintained and clean. Had a short break watching football practise at the Davie Park Multipurpose Field.

A lot of reviews are for the dog park but the playground here is also great! A large, fully fenced in playground with swings and climbing structures/slides for older and younger kids. There is also some shade, bathrooms, lots of parking, benches and a couple picnic tables. My 3 year old loved it. Some of the equipment was damaged and had caution tape so hopefully they take care of that soon.

Great really long dog park in woods. The shade is awesome on hot days. There is a small dog park as well at one end. But the large one is very spacious with multiple water stations & park benches & tables to sit at. It circles back to the parking lot

Great location. Small pavilion in the center. Good for children ages 1-8.

William R. Davie Park features playgrounds, sports fields, and picnic areas—ideal for family fun, outdoor activities, and enjoying a friendly neighborhood atmosphere.

Peaceful urban escape with skyline views! Marshall Park is a beautiful green space right in Uptown Charlotte. The pond, fountain, and skyline backdrop make it perfect for a quiet walk or a quick mental reset. It’s clean, well-maintained, and has powerful monuments like the MLK statue and Holocaust memorial. A great spot to relax, reflect, or enjoy a moment of peace in the city. Highly recommend for locals and visitors alike!

Beautiful Park! The sunshine, water fountain, & the beautiful skyline view... Come on out and enjoy peace and people watching! I also hear that Good Portions Italian Ices will be there for the month of March on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays!

Marshall Park is a 5.5-acre urban park in Uptown Charlotte, NC, known for its skyline views, pond with a fountain, and open green space. It features a Martin Luther King Jr. statue and a Holocaust memorial, and has historically been a site for public gatherings and protests.

Adorable park in Uptown, this is where my fiancé and I got engaged! Lovely view of the skyline, especially close to sunset. However, I do wish there was better clean up of the trash that’s left around on the concrete and grass. It’s a beautiful park, so we should make sure it stays that way.

This is a nice place right next to the 3rd convention train stop , there is a pond with ducks and a fountain , but there aren’t many places to sit with a shade , mostly you will sit directly under the sun, so plan either in morning or on evenings ! Nice view of city as well

Oldest harlequin glorybower tree I’ve ever seen in this park. Certainly a veteran tree, hopefully they’ll leave it here as it’s quite the curiosity even without its top :)

Nice park, very central, good views and skyline. I got married here!

Me and my children absolutely love this place!! Me and my son got to experience a summer camp program here which included us fishing in the pond and going on a nature scavenger hunt that was really fun and informative! One of our camp teachers caught a nice fish before releasing him back in the pond and we also found and incredible stash of blackberry bushes!! Theres so much for kids to do and a lot of really nice shaded trails with benches placed conveniently for rest, theres also a wooden pallet in the pond that turtles like to sit and sunbathe on me and my children absolutely love watching them!! We highly recommend this park and we love coming here :)

Squirrel Lake Park is a nice, 36 acre park with varied amenities. The park has a good-sized playground for both young and older children up to age 12. The playground equipment is in good working order with several slides of different sizes as well as monkey bars, a climbing wall, and swings. There are walking trails that go to Trade St. or along 4 Mile Creek to E. John St. The trail to Trade St. has a good tree canopy. The trail to E. John St. is mainly in the sun. There is 12 hole Frisbee Golf and Corn Hole. There is also a fishing pier built over the pond. There are two shelters available with picnic tables and outdoor grills. There is a restroom available.

SUN 2025.06.29 ~05:45, i arrived and parked in the MARA Fields parking; i was the only one there. Then i went on a CCW Loop (~7+ miles): Squirrel Lake Park, Four Mile Creek Greenway, Mecklenburg Sportsplex and the neighborhood. Encountered 2 people on the Greenway; both were cheery and friendly. The Greenway was clean and well-maintained; similarly too for the neighborhood.

Lovely little park with pretty views. We also park here to walk on 4 mile creek greenway Mathews

Great place for jogging along the creek. We often go here with our kids.

This is one of my favorite parks. I love the walking trails and playground.

We do love this park. Mostly for the kid-safe paved trails! It's always a fun place to visit and we never run out of things to do. I have a few complains, but not sure they'll be addressed. One: the gravel. YUCK. No matter how careful you go, someone else comes zipping along. My car and our bodies are always FILTHY from the dust of the gravel. Can we not fix this issue?? Two: the playset always seems to have loose screws and play equipment needing to be fixed for safety. Three: the lake is YUCKY. Super gross. Not even my kindergartener wants to go near the lake. Aside from those things, we do enjoy going. I just have to plan to wash my car and bath everyone thoroughly after a visit.

Veterans Park is a lovely place to be on a nice summer day. As a disc golfer lover, this is a fantastic place to come enjoy an easy 9-hole course. The park also features many tennis courts, a playground, and various playing fields. Highly recommend checking it out!

A cute park near Plaza Midwood with plenty of fun for all ages! The splash pad is definitely a great addition to this park. There is plenty of parking and it is an easy find right off of Central Avenue.

I’ve been taking my son to this park for over 2 years but it’s become increasingly hard to enjoy it. Dog poop EVERYWHERE! You can’t even play in the grass for soccer or anything because there is dog poop all over the place. Sidewalks and grass. It’s turned into one giant DOG PARK! Dogs of all sizes running around off leashes. It’s insane. There needs to be better signage for keeping dogs OFF the fields and there needs to be penalties for folks on the field with their pets and off leashes. Children can’t even enjoy the park. I can’t enjoy a walk for fear of someone’s dog possibly attacking me. Dogs on TOP of picnic tables where people EAT. Ugh. Fair warning, I am not responsible for what happens to your dog if it approaches me while off the leash! My ONLY warning. Mecklenburg Parks and Recs, PLEASE fix this issue!

Great walking trails, tennis, and a great playground. Great park!!! To enjoy nature. Restrooms are well maintained and there's a jogging area by the soccer fields. Very quiet and peaceful tucked away on Mint Hill, Nc. There is even a memorial area for the veterans who deserve our respect and thanks for their service to this country.

Good park for children. Also good place to shoot hoops, exercise, spray park for, not just the kids adults can cool off too! Tennis courts. Baseball field good for walking around if not occupied. Nice place to have picnics.

Great park!! This park has something for everybody. Playground, walking paths, basketball court, water park(seasonal) picnic areas, soccer/ball fields. Indoor building for gatherings.

Veterans Park honors service members with memorials, open fields, walking trails, and playgrounds—offering a respectful, peaceful space for reflection and family activities.

Visited this park recently it’s too good to walk and play around the park. It’s very big to explore

Frazier Park is a hidden gem in Charlotte! Nestled near Uptown, it’s perfect for walking, running, or relaxing with great skyline views. What makes it special is how connected it is: part of the Irwin Creek and Stewart Creek Greenways, you can link easily to Wesley Heights, Third Ward, or even the Panthers stadium area. There’s a dog park, community garden, basketball court, tennis courts and plenty of open fields to unwind or play. Whether you're taking a solo jog or strolling with friends, this park offers peace and nature just steps from the city.

Frazier Park has everything you could possibly want; Dog Park, playground, soccer fields, basketball courts, bike trail and of course a fabulous Greenway. Close to Uptown, street parking and connections to Charlotte Greenways. This is a well kept, active park that has everything for everyone!

My dog loves the dog park great place for him to run, play and get his exercise

This place was beautiful but it started raining but me and my fiance walked around with an umbrella it was romantic. I'm from out of town first time I've ever been there. I wish it was a nice day would have loved to rent a raft and get out in the water.

Hello everyone, i am aware that this a long shot but my dog was attacked by another dog at this park yesterday. we rushed him to the ER and he ended up having surgery and received 14 stitches. the owner gave us her number and agreed to help us pay for anything that she could. we did not call the police because we were in a panic and saw our dog bleeding. we were on our way out and put our dog onna leash because we were leaving. Her dog came up and sniffed our dog and then began to attack him completely unprovoked. He bit him on the neck, the paw, and he had my dogs arm completely in his mouth and we had the pry his teeth out of my dogs arm. the other owner blamed us and said that it happened because we had our dog on a leash leaving but the Doctor at the vet said that my dog being on a leash probably saved his life. i do plan to report this but we need more information. if you were there yesterday or know a caucasian woman with a dog named Sunday please let me know! thank you so much.

Hidden gem just inside the city limits. I think i found my peaceful place when I visit Charlotte.

Beautiful park to walk around and just minutes away from uptown.

Such a beautiful park and the walk in the back of the park is a nice surprise...love the scenery and the tranquility of this place.🙏🏼

It’s a really nice park. 2 different playgrounds, 1 swing set with 2 normal seats & 2 baby seats. Covered seating as well as several basic benches. I also saw a ping pong table & was told of a small pond with ducks. No visible power outlets, so if you plan to play on your phone, bring a backup battery. Parking is very limited on the playground side.

What a cute little neighborhood find!

Great neighborhood park with lots of shade. There is two play systems geared toward different ages, a shelter for small events, a sand volleyball area, and a grassy area. No bathrooms! Parking is a little tight, all on the street (dead end). You can walk past the park into a small natural area.

Such a beautiful park! Lots of wildlife like turtles, and ducks. Some garbage was accumulating near the ponds.

Really cool park, excellent walking or mountain bike path. I would have given it five stars, but the parking is limited and no bathroom.

I come up here once or twice a year to hike and it is awesome! Great views and great trails to walk. It's nice hiking around the water!

Great park! Been a few times and never had any complaints. These pictures are from the Lake Loop Trail. The trail is not well marked and there are many tree roots along the way, but if that does not bother you then it’s perfect. Sometimes it does flood depending on the lake levels.

Scenic lakeside views and peaceful, meandering paths through woods and fields. Wide mostly gravel/dirt paths with minimal elevation gain and lots of connecting trails--so you can shorten or lengthen your hike to your choosing.

Peaceful, Beautiful, and Adventurous trails. So happy to finally experience this hiking preserve.

Awesome great place to walk or hike! It has a launch for kayaking or paddle boarding. Great views of the lake & good places to sit or eat under a shelter w picnic tables

Nice place for a quiet lakeside hike, has plenty of small beaches for your pups to take a dip. Plenty of parking and accessible restrooms. There were also a good amount of rentable shelters and picnic tables.

The nature preserve is a beautiful place to relax and do some yoga (I recommend bringing a blanket) and sitting by the lake watching the water move is relaxing. The bathrooms aren't horrendous but they look a bit like a clean jail cell. I have gone to the preserve many times and sometimes I pick up the garbage that other people leave behind including fishing line and cans or pieces of plastic. It's a beautiful place to go relax and enjoy the day. I highly recommend this location.

Very big park with a roughly 17-acre lake. Great for the family if yall wanna just get out and walk or fish. Very scenic as well.

Me and my son participated in a summer camp program that had one of its days booked here! We had an absolutely incredible experience. We got to geocache in the woods and found a really interesting spot with a fairy home! We also got to canoe on the lake and it was super relaxing and fun and we got to see nesting ducks and even a mama and baby blue heron!! We did also happen to find some delicious blackberries growing :) My son was amazed at everything we saw and I absolutely loved the beauty of everything we experienced! We can’t wait to come back and explore more of the trails :)

Went on a quick walk and ended up in a trail. I had my stroller. The trails are not stroller friendly wished I had my carrier. Other than that it was nice and peaceful. The play ground was really nice and well kept. It also has accessible swings which was really cool to see.

A very relaxing and secluded park. This has always been one of my favorite parks in the area… But for a few years, I forgot where it was. I recently found it and have been going a lot. The basketball courts are always clean… The trails are always clean and they wrap around the beautiful pond. They have extensive dirtbike trails. And that the head of the pond there is a gorgeous event space that has a awning overlooking the pond. I love going there and doing Pilates while facing the pond. The trail that circles the whole pond is around 2 miles.

Great park to have in the city, nice lake to fish and a lot of wooded trails

We have many customer for this lake that rent our equipment and staff for Decor or Bartenders. Love the park staff and the beautiful view.

We were married here years ago and walk the trails a few times each year. There is plenty of free parking, other people, and often events.

2500 acres of pristine Prairie and Woodland meticulously preserved. There are several trails. This review refers to Mill Pond, Prairie Loop and the lake Hagler Loop. The Mill pond and prairie trail is mostly solitary. I have seen a few people walking on the trail and a few cyclists. Occasionally, the trail runs close to the road where you will hear the traffic buzz, but majority of it is fairly pristine. The trail runs along a small creek. There is a 1700s millstone on display that lent the name mill to Fort Mill. The trail alternates between Prairie and the Woodland. The Haigler loop on the other hand is fairly busy with several young families. There is a cafeteria that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The staff throughout the Greenway are very friendly. Very clean restrooms, which probably alone explains the $14 entry fee.

My dogs loves the park. They get goofy I'm so happy every single time knowing that they're about to go to the park. They have a big pond that the dogs can swim and they love it in the summertime especially. The only thing I don't like when it's winter time they have to turn off the water for the dogs can drink. Today (September, 03 2025) went to the park they turn the water off without any warning. It is not a big thing but at least tell people right before they turn off the water.

This place is amazing. There are multiple trails here and I've hiked a couple different ones so far. I even got the Annual individual membership for $66/year ($6/month) to save money on parking. Parking for Non-members Adults age 13+ ($12/person) youth age 5-12 ($6/person), for members (free). Some trails are easy and short, some long and intermediate. You can even start on one trail and the veer off onto another trail to make your hike longer. This is not like a normal Greenway. It is nerrow and like your actually hiking. It is also a mountain bike trail as well so you have to move off to the side when avoiding them, trails are not wide enough for them to pass you. It is a lightly trafficed trail, I've rarely come accoss other hikers even on the weekends. It is leashed dog friendly and has a 13 acre dog park as well (16+years to enter Dog Park, No more then 2 dogs visit and no more that 4 dog/membership). That is a separate membership and the park is for members only. Price Update: Individual Annual $72/yr, Family Annual $144/yr, Individual Monthly $6.50/month, Family Monthly $13/month (Minimum of 3 months required for monthly membership)

The Greenway is a nice nature preserve, and we have been hiking the trails since we moved here 20 plus years ago. I enjoy going from spring til fall, but it has gotten expensive to just swing by and go for a walk. I think they should have all day passes and half day passes for the afternoon. 12.00 is a lot these days to just go by near sundown to get a bit of fresh air. When we first moved here, it was a quiet, hidden gem of a place to visit. Now, it's car loads of people and large groups. Seems like they've sold out, and the entrance fees are more important than creating a peaceful, tranquil place to get away from suburbia. If they're gonna charge so much, maybe invest in more activities and clean up the trails for they are worn. A garden area would be nice. Expanded markers for indigenous plants would be nice.

I feel very blessed to have access to this Greenway. It is great for me and my puppy to roam.

Went there for a mountain bike trail racing my wife has food truck served food to some of the racers some of the participants food truck leafy Delights sub salads and wraps and some Specialty Foods like the walking taco

Delightful! So many areas to walk and play. Enjoy nature, see beautiful animal welded sculptures (temporary display), play in the fenced natural playground - climbing on creative log structures. Forge the creek - barefoot or booted or cross on the swinging bridge. A visitors center at the Hagler lake entrance has stunning earrings if you are an earring-buff. Friendly workers. All around a peaceful, well done nature preserve.

Great neighborhood park with playground. Quiet and well maintained. There is exercise equipment, slides, climbing net, swings, and "rocking dinosaur". Immediately next to tennis courts. Nestled in a high class neighborhood between N and S Edgehill streets. Street parking is available, but limited. Watch the signs.

Cute little neighborhood park, and pretty well shaded. You can park on the neighborhood streets between the signs. Several other families came by while we were here.

One of my favorite places to hit a Tennis ball! Parking is a little tricky.

The kids loved this park. It was very spacious and large. Great location hill and safe for children. Included different play sets for different age group of children. Loved the uptown neighborhood surrounded around the park. We’re definitely going back

Love this park! Just the right mix of recreation and leisure. There's a tennis court, playground, grill area, and my favorite, the calisthenics park! My ONE critique - the ground around the calisthenics area needs attention. There are a few deep holes that need to be filled. Nevertheless, I always get a great workout at Edgehill Park!

The workout equipment is in good condition. A little dirty. The area is well shaded depending on the time of day you go. It looks Like the parks and recreation department stoped taking care of the park. It needs to be cleaned up and manicured.

Beautiful park with tennis court and children's playground. Lots of trees and shady areas. Also there is a very small creek that runs through the middle of it. Plenty of trash receptacles so park seems to be very clean.

I went in the mid afternoon, and it was not busy. The trail is paved and there are not a ton of views along the way, but there are some really pretty flowers, the creek is nice, And I think there were some basketball and or tennis courts and playgrounds nearby.

Nice park, cool little trail. I did the 11 - 14 mile section and felt very safe, quaint, clean and friendly. I wanted to go all the way to freedom park but the weather looked dicey

This is a wonderful hike running from Cordelia Park right up to i-485, essentially traversing the city of Charlotte. What’s wonderful is that you can choose to hike a part of it with multiple entrances(and parking is available at those entrances) and still be rewarded for the spectacular views of the Queen City. We did the part of the hike near Metropolitan avenue in uptown Charlotte on a precariously sunny Saturday morning. This section of the hike begins near Metropolitan avenue, and some street parking is available near the entrance. The hike itself is quite easy, and along the hike you’ll find various plants, statues of people who contributed to the growth of Charlotte and also about the sculptors who designed those statues. It was quite intriguing to know about Charlotte’s history. The Little Sugar Creek runs alongside the trail and is a nice companion on the hike. It was good to read about the preservation efforts ongoing for the creatures in the creek. It’s a well-maintained trail and I’d recommend it to anyone looking for a hike or a run or a bike ride in Charlotte.

This review refers to the Greenway section next to the Atrium healthcare. This last puzzle of the greenway has been under construction for a couple of years finally opened last month. You hear the birds chirping and the life going on at different pace while you are surrounded by greenery and gentle flowing creek. There are construction workers going over the bridges and people biking along the pathway. You will see the massive expansion of Atrium healthcare under construction. After a while, you do not get any sense of being in the center of the city as the traffic dies down. The sounds and sites of urban Charlotte fadeaway as you walk past the Atrium Health medical center and enter the freedom park area. Overall it is a great natural asset accessible for all of uptown and neighborhoods.

Had a great time on the Greenway It is a very pleasant and beautiful walk Really well maintained and landscaped Our favorite was the brook under the bridge and small waterfalls scattered on the side

We bought a couple Velotric e-bikes and searched for a fun place to ride in Charlotte, Little Sugar creek allows us to go from the beginning trail head right into the City of Charlotte. The bike trails are all smooth pavement, from one end and into the city round trip is 36 miles, so much exploring and fun. Highly recommend

Amazing trail, we will be back! Great for bikes and scooters, just be mindful of your surroundings as many people walk here.

Cute little Nature Center with some animals like snakes. Interactive stations to explore for little ones as well as a children corner with building blocks, books, a ready nook and more to explore! There is a souvenir shop at the entrance as well. What I really enjoyed was the fenced playground right next to the center, so you can just walk and explore outside, after the Nature Center. Very clean and well maintained. And all for free!

We love this place! Awesome hiking but find a route because there are some trials that go a long way. We love the house ruins from old gold miners! There is also a neat tree there for kids to climb! Kids will love this hiking place.

Well, this nature center has everything for everyone. I mean literally everything. If you have kids, they have playgrounds, library, museums etc. if you want to run, you can easily make 10 plus beautiful miles, if you simply want to walk, aw! Gorgeous walking trails. Basketball, disc golf, volleyball, baseball you name it. Nice clean bathrooms and employees at the information center are very professional and friendly.

This is a Really nice park. This plus isolated but at the same time feels very safe. It’s great to be able to get away from the city and have that mountain country feel. There is a mixture of gravel and paved trails. It’s unclear where you can and can’t ride bikes. We only walk jog this trail. It is odd how quickly 2 miles come I’ll while walking this treck. Along the way is ponds and stilling benches etc. I would recommended this for families. Plenty of parking.

This morning was my first time back to this park in a few years. I went to go fishing, but there was nothing in the lake other than tiny sunfish, 3in long at most. If your trip is based on a fishing spot, go somewhere else. If you're going just to enjoy the outdoors and scenery, absolutely take the trip, it is a beautiful park.

We were looking foe a relatively easy hike around the Charlotte area that would include great views of nature and maybe some local history. The Reedy Creek Nature Center was a great place to visit, as the hike was very leisurely and enjoyable. At the Nature Center the crew member was very helpful with suggestions on which trails to take and the distances. The trails are relatively flat with a few roots and rocks, and very easy climbs. Several bridges take you over creek areas and provide great photo opportunities. All trails were clearly marked and easy to follow.

Great place to go hiking. The nature center is very nice the kids can see some snakes and turtles inside all four free. Trails are pretty easy to hike so you can take the kids. Playgrounds and picnic tables every where.

Clean and friendly environment. Gym floor with several lines making it a little confusing but doable! Staff is welcoming and restrooms are clean. Great group of pickleball participants.

Decent small park. Located hidden behind a Senior center. The equipment here is NOT shaded and so if you go during the day in the summer beware of burning yourself on very hot equipment. The kids had to just run around because everything except the rope jungle gym was too hot to touch. This would be nice to go to when it’s cooler out or the sun isn’t out.

Fantastic facility. Wish the lights were on a schedule so you don't just turn up and it's dark. Also cannot wait for a generous party to help get a real track there for everyone to use. Look forward to seeing it develop over the next few years

Visited the park by the senior center. Nice park. Has exercise equipment, a small toddler playscape, and a huge rope jungle gym. No swings, only one small slide. It's on the smaller side but it's clean, well-kept and has rubber turf rather than mud.

Looking for a challenging trail and we found one! Great for intermediate and above riders. Great: lots of turns, jumps, rough terrain, skinnies, and tight single track. Not so great: all the things that are Great are also a nightmare if you are not experienced or tired! Lots of rocks, hills, etc. Not for newbies. Also the parking lot didn't really map the trails. We kinda had to figure it out along with the trail system. Use an app and that helps! Def worth the ride, props to Tarheel Trailblazers who maintain it!

My 2 year old-9 month granddaughter is taking swim lessons there. Definitely recommend the program.

Only reviewing the playground. Equipment was kind of old and beat up. My son still had fun but I wouldn't come back. One plus is the younger play area is wheelchair accessible and has seat swings with harnesses.

What very fun and active place! This was my first time ever zip lining and white water rafting and I had a ball! The staff was so helpful! Orientation was a breeze! The food was down right delicious and the live band in the evening was great! Such a great atmosphere for everyone and all ages!

Such a wide variety of active adventures here. Various levels of whitewater rafting and kayaking , flat water kayak and stand up paddle boarding, zip lines, suspension bridges… good food and good beer… great staff. All staff we encountered were friendly and knowledgeable. We went one day and decided to buy an annual pass.

The U.S. National Whitewater Center is an awesome, phenomenal place! I highly recommend it, especially for families. It is well worth the visit and the drive. Activities and Facilities This place offers so much more than just the water activities. You can find: • Zip lines • Whitewater kayaking and rafting • Mountain biking • A massive rock climbing wall that hangs out over a pool • Two or three bars on location serving draft beer • A conference center and plenty of open space. We were here for four days for the slalom kayaking and national kayaking cross competitions, and it was a blast. My son is having just as much fun on his second visit as he did the first time. Value and Recommendation The season pass is 100% affordable, making it a fantastic value if you're local to the Charlotte area. If you are in Charlotte, you absolutely have to check this place out. We will definitely be coming back again!

Super cool Place to just enter for a $12 parking fee and take a walk. Have a picnic, even bring your dogs in for a walk. They have an area down the street. That's off-leash, very cool place. You can spend the money to get on kayaks or rafts and ride on the white water rafting pool,/ Area rock, climbing over pools. Stand up paddle boarding in a completely different area off of the river creek. Super cool area Super cool place, whenever in the Charlotte area. I highly recommend this for you. The kids, the wife, the son, the cousin, the daughter, the aunt, everyone is welcome. Very nice and friendly atmosphere go now

First time experiencing white water rafting and such a blast! We held a quick conference there in the morning at their lodge meeting center and then stayed for lunch and white water rafting! Definitely a wet, wild and exhilarating time was had by all. Definitely a must do if you're in the Charlotte area!

What an awesome place! We came for a few hours and wished we'd planned on taking the whole day. We managed to pack in Rafting, climbing, hitting up the dog park and a really tasty late lunch. And there was so much more to do. BUT this is also a great place to come and just relax. You only have to pay to park if you just want to come and relax in the beautiful park-like setting. And then if you are feeling like having some adventure time, you can a'la cart activities or buy a day pass OR get a yearly pass which is a steal. And it should be said that we were really impressed with the staff. Everyone was not only very nice, but also professional. We wish we had not waited so long to come out and enjoy this wonderful place.

Great time here! Started out as a company rafting trip.... A couple of us stayed all day. Highly recommend doing the day pass just know that you have to pay extra for the tall zip lines on top of it. (They didn't disclose this) The big zips were worth it! Recommend the top line to ropes bridges to bottom zip over the rapids. The biggest issues that we had were miscommunication on the employees part. It seemed like everybody we talked to had only been working there two months or less.... There's no consistency between which year from one employee to the next regarding where to go or what to do. Prime example was calling 2 months ahead of time to schedule the company rafting trip and specifically asking about the rodeo option for multiple people. We were told at that time that you could show up day of and get in. They were not worried about reservations ahead of time as it probably wouldn't be too busy. Let me show up the day of and they tell us that they don't do it on weekends 🙄. Our guide made up for it as there was only four of us in the big boat and he read the people perfectly and made sure we did the most extreme he could to make it fun!

MON 2025.06.30 ~05.45, i arrived at the parking lot. Was already high 70s_F 😅 .. and so, i quickly went out for a walk of the "Disc Golf Course" Loop. The "trails" were well-maintained and free of litter. Lots of bird singings. Sweet solitude while on-the-trail; saw 2 other person when i got back to the parking.

Big park with fantastic playground with something for everyone. The whole playground is full of wide ramps. There are regular sit on swings, handicap swings, swings for parents to hold baby, and baby swings. There is a lower playset suitable for smaller children and a bigger one for older kids. There is also a separate play area with climbing stuff. Some of it is broken or doesn’t quite function right but most of it is good. At the front of the park is a large shaded splash pad. There are also baseball fields and horse shoes. There were restrooms throughout the park but I didn’t use them. There are also walking trails throughout the park.

Terrific park, full of entertainment for children, teens, and adults. I came here to play 18 holes of disc golf with close friends and it was a resounding success. We did a 3v6 scramble and us underdogs were able to push against the 3 elites. In a way, it's representative of the class struggle you see all across the world. Nevin Park is a real one for letting us reenact this powerful power struggle. THANK YOU!

Just wanted to share this awesome spot I've found for lunch, away from the hustle of the office. It's conveniently located, just about 5 minutes from NorthPark Blvd. You're gonna love the tranquility over there, it's super quiet. For safety, there's even cameras installed so you don't have to worry about that. Plus, there's plenty of parking so you won't have to stress over finding a spot. There's also hiking trails for a quick adventure and picnic tables perfect for lunching. Beyond that, there's heaps to do here, from a small playground to just lounging around enjoying the sun. I venture here once a week with my coworker to just unwind and soak up some rays. Seriously, I can't recommend this park enough, it's worth checking out! Totally a top-notch recommendation from me.

Had a great experience both times for our Top Gun Tournamenta on site! The facility is well kept, restrooms clean and well maintained through the day, and the fields were well set up after all of the rain we have had! Thank you and keep it up!

Not bad. Parking is decent. We have been here a few times. It's a pretty long walk in and people park crazy to try to cut that down. Concessions is usually pretty good.

Nevin park is beautiful but the disc gold course was a hike that I was unprepared to walk twice for the DGPT Championships. I had a blast but I was exhausted!

Surprising find in Pineville, very close to the Carolina Place Mall. The center of the park is a calm lake, including decorative water fountain. There are many things to do for kids, probably 5 different playgrounds, all for different ages. Many slides, swings, and other equipment for the little ones to play on and with. On the other end is a large splash pad, which we didn't check out this time but seemed just as nice as the rest of the area. Great fun and we are looking forward to the next visit!

We had a lovely afternoon grounding in the park. This park is large, beautiful, and clean. There’s a great playground and splash pad for the kiddos, walking trails, and a dog run. There are even double seater swinging chairs at different intervals along the lake. If you’re in the area looking for a peaceful place to enjoy your lunch. Well then, this is the spot for you.

One of our recent good finds! The park is connected to little sugar creek way which goes all the way to SC, nice 3mile trail and the views are amazing. The park also has summer events, definitely a nice visit if you are in the neighborhood.

This place seems to be a wonderful destination for children, offering a variety of play areas, including splash pads and slides, which my children would certainly enjoy.

Best park in Charlotte by far. Great for family, dogs. Park has multiple access points and entrance to the greenway as well. Also turtles.

This is a beautiful park. Great place to walk, picnic, enjoy nature! I especially love the lake. It's a must visit. You will not be disappointed.

Love this park, it has multiple sections for all aged toddler/ kids. Multiple swings and slides. Lot of shaded seating area for adults available here. Beautiful view of lake throughout; A small dog park on a very secluded section by the splash pad. In summers, splash pad opens up !

I come to Elon Park about once a month with my friends to play soccer, and every time it’s an amazing experience. The fields are big, the turf is solid, and the area has plenty of space to run and play. Today the sky was beautiful, and I even ended up taking a couple of artsy pictures 😂. What makes this park stand out is how complete it feels. It’s not just soccer here , you’ll see football and baseball practices, and sometimes even full tournaments with multiple teams. Right in front of the fields, people come to hang out and relax, and there’s also a really nice playground for kids, which makes it a great spot for families too. I love this place because it truly has something for everyone sports, family activities, or just enjoying the outdoors. If you’re in Charlotte and looking for a park that brings people together, Elon Park is one of the best.

Came here for some youth soccer games. Worst turf fields I have been to in my life. The underneath isn't nice little rubber balls or pellets, it's tiny little slivers of wood best I could make out. Anecdotally, many players were slipping and getting hurt; more injuries than normal. Gross restrooms. No inside garbage can forced girls to carry womanly products outside. Very hot inside as well. Tons of "no parking on grass" signs that were thoroughly ignored even though ample parking was available in the school parking lot.

This place is a hidden gem. You show up thinking it’s just a soccer field complex—but the best part to me is the quiet little path in the back. It leads to a really solid frisbee golf course that most people totally miss. Low-key, peaceful, and way better than expected..

Wonderful place for sports. We play soccer here and the ground is perfect. As you would expect, the artificial turf is a harder compared to grass. You will probably need no-studs shoes.

Great park and location for soccer. It felt good reconnecting with my first love, the beautiful game.

Beautiful recreational center with a surplus of soccer fields and disc golf courses. The Eager beaver is a short and technical course that is fun for beginner to intermediate players. The angry beaver may just do that and make you a little angry from the long tees. You will be challenged by the tight fairways and if you miss your lines you will be punished for it. But a great course.

Good turf fields. Playground is a little outdated. Does NOT have a water fountain. Never been to the back of the park

Splash Pad is free, there is a button to turn it on if it looks off. It's open from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm . There is a pool next to it but didn't go there so don't know the cost. But it's a neat spot! It only loses one star because there doesn't seem to be a public bathroom around. The pool area next to the splash pad might have one but unsure if you can use the restroom without paying admission.

Amongst very few parks that have a pool and a splash pad. Great for a summer day out with kids. You may want to visit during daytime as this park is in the vicinity of uptown which means you may encounter drug addicts during the evening.

Very nice park!!!Pool and splash pad are at the bottom of a steep hill lots of stairs. Grand parents be ware lol. WE had a BLAST!!!! Lots of lifeguards on duty some sit and some are walking the pool area Security on duty as well!

WED 2025.07.30 ~06:40 during my walk of Little Sugar Creek Greenway, i passed-thru Cordelia Park .. it look nice, well-maintained and clean. And i noticed a total of ~10+ people & 3 dogs "doing their own thing"; walking, jogging, practising Yoga in/about Cordelia Park 👍

Park is located in a neighborhood area, it connects with the sugar creek Greenway and lots of other short trails.

love the pool but the speaker for music is way way to LOUD and the music is more geared for the lifeguards than public . Goodwill has the best mix . also tell the public no cash! had to walk back to car which is a haul to get my card .

It's really beautiful, good for a running or bike ride. There are statues and you can learn about it and enjoy the park. The creek is really a plus.🚲💕 Pretty beautiful!!❤️

I visited here with my friends .. amazing view in park 👍👍👍

It's okay. A lot of dog owners don't pick up after their pooches and leave you to navigate landmines everywhere. With the rain it made everything even more nasty.

Went to see a dear friends memorial tree. Great walking paths , enjoyed the Mother's day there.

Nice walkway. Charlotte has a long way to go in terms of greenway infrastructure but this is at least a small start.

Great to walk or walk and exercise your dog.

Beautiful place to walk and jog!

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I just spent 3hrs in there and it was GREAT! I could have spent even longer, so if you want to see & do everything the NASCAR Hall of Fame has to offer, plan for the whole day. If you’re already a fan, you’ll learn stuff you didn’t know & for those new to NASCAR, you’ll come out of there knowledgeable in our sport. How it first began, along with Junior Johnson’s moonshine days, interactive experiences, to getting to feel the pavement from numerous different tracks. Depending on what ticket you buy, you get a lanyard with your own hard card, unlimited times in the simulator, and more! Don’t worry about lunch, The Pit Stop Cafe has an awesome BBQ sandwich I’d recommend. Upon leaving, you’ll go through The Gear Shop, where you’ll find a variety of options for a fantastic souvenir. An amazing set-up from floor to floor, clean restrooms, and friendly staff. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and sorry no drinks allowed inside. Enjoy!

Visited North Carolina for the first time from California for Hendrick training and decided to stop by the NASCAR Hall of Fame. Definitely worth it. The museum has 4 levels packed with history, information, and legendary cars. The layout makes it easy to explore at your own pace and really soak in the sport’s heritage. The simulator experience was the highlight — super fun and surprisingly realistic. Highly recommend stopping by if you’re in Charlotte. A great mix of history and hands-on fun. 🏁🚗💨

We had a wonderful time at our company sponsored event! The simulator was very cool and the place was nice with plenty of things to see. John was awesome, checking in and making conversation with us regularly. He was so fun to talk to and so genuine! Highly recommend! Only struggle we had was finding the entrance since we originally entered Buffalo Wild Wings but that’s a super small blip. Great experience overall.

We traveled all the way from Hungary, and visiting the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte was absolutely worth it! The exhibits, the atmosphere, and the passion for racing are beyond amazing. You can truly feel the heart and history of NASCAR in every detail. A dream come true for any fan unforgettable experience!

An awesome museum with the actual cars and other memorabilia. Handling a stationery simulator was an experience. Great fun. Nicely laid out. They have a combo with lunch and that was great too. Parking was next door. Reasonable rates. Go see it!

Great exhibits, lots to keep everyone entertained. Videos, memorabilia, and hands on exhibits. We happened to be there on a race day and got to join the fun of the watch party with enthusiasts. Great fun.

We had a blast! I upgraded to the combo package with the souvenir lanyard and photo, as well as the driving simulator. There is a ton of history here and is well worth the experience for those who are fans and who aren’t fans alike! There is a replica car hauler that you can walk through as well as a place to try your hand at what the pit crews do! A must see in Charlotte! They also have a parking garage there on site at the HOF connected to the convention center.

My mother, 3 daughters, and I went to see Wicked. It was wonderful seats and a beautiful theater. My husband and I along with 2 of our friends went in the spring to see The Thorne!! Wow, oh wow.. it was amazing. I dont believe it matters where you sit the seats are awesome. The few steps you go down to get to the lower seats are easily accessible, but they also have a small elevator which holds 3 people or a wheelchair and 1 person comfortably. The parking is really close by, but it is a madhouse to get out. You need to know how to drive in back to back traffic.

I had the privilege of seeing‘Immediate Family’ last night at the Booth Theatre (1st time at this venue). I must say that I was entirely enthused with the performance as well as the atmosphere. It was an intimate setting and the acoustics and view were outstanding. I will definitely be returning in the near future. Thanks for the hospitality, you all do an awesome job with your duties and I love it.

Beautiful theater. Seating is spectacular even in the balcony. Acoustics are good. Rick at the box office was super helpful and generous to us, with 5 last minute tickets a few minutes before the show!!

Great venue for theatrical performances! Had a wonderful experience at the final stage performance of Wicked. Lots of excitement in the lobby, friendly staff (concessions, souvenirs, seating attendants). Remarkable, talented performers and orchestra. Stage sets were fantastic. Bravo!

Beautiful theater. The staff is very organized for any events that I have been to there. Would be a 5 but seats can be a little uncomfortable after a while. Certain rows do not have much leg room.

Went and saw Beetlejuice here. The musical was good. Pretty decent size theatre. Only problem is it is downtown. Gets very busy in downtown Charlotte. Overall, I had a good experience. Would definitely go again.

I love this theater. Very intimate. Every seat is excellent. People are very professional and friendly. Everyone is willing to assist you.

I honestly cannot believe that I haven't reviewed this place before now because I've been there so many times that I have lost count. This is one of the best little pockets of nature and beauty in Charlotte city that I have ever visited. I have bought several of my own plants from here from the nursery when they do their sales. I have considered volunteering from how much I love going here, this is one of my favorite nature sanctuaries in Charlotte and if it ever goes away I might actually cry. I usually forget to take pictures when I visit so I have included the picture of a fern that I have taken as well as the information chart for the roses that I bought from the nursery which are growing amazingly in my yard.

What a wonderful little place with outdoor gardens. I’m sure it’s beautiful in spring when all the plants bloom. The outdoor area is great, offering plenty of space and shade during hot days. You can’t beat it if you just want to look at a garden and visit home and go to Noah’s Carolina, which is good for kids and adults, especially when you're tired. It works out well. They also have another small 1-acre plot down the road that is free with your paid admission.

This is a cute little place to visit. The fee is $10 per person and they take credit card or cash. We were greeted by a lovely lady and she told us about the gardens. We received our map and started out exploring. We did not see too many flowers or birds at the time we went, but the place is beautiful and peaceful. There are benches along the path to sit if you need to. A few things to note: I use a cane and the pavement bricks are uneven in certain places and since it had rained earlier, it was very slick. Also, it would really not be good for walkers or wheelchairs in my opinion. There are 3 steps to get into the house with handrails. I am sure if you let them know they can let you in the side gate, so you do not have to walk the steps. A nice place to visit if you are in Charlotte and have a few hours.

Inspiring experience coupled with beautiful and natural gardens. The documentary film is well worth the watch.

The gardens dont seem to be maintained. Weeds and not many blooms. We did come in the fall so its towards the end of growing season but it was quite disappointing. Also, with the name Bird Sanctuary, you'd think there would be birds. But...nope. I bet it would be a pretty walk through earlier in the season.

It was a very beautiful garden, very peaceful and even talked to other nice visitors. Going into the houses and gardens were like walking back in time. They really work hard to make this place a wonderful experience. Lots of history and make sure to ask the wonderful ladies questions and listen to what they have to say about the gardens it's very interesting. The sun was shining and the birds were chirping, we even saw a bunny. Be sure to walk 10 houses down to view the other gardens, they will tell you all about it.

Gardens are magical places; very peaceful and quiet with the exception of the beautiful sound coming from the birds & the wind moving through the leaves. In 1926 the Clarksons moved from Texas to Charlotte, they purchased a house with no trees, so they decided to make a garden and put food for the birds, and suddenly all kinds of species started visiting their place. It made me cry seeing the video of the couple who left a wonderful place to visit and spend time at. Their love for birds & all sorts of creatures still remains in that garden. It’s a spectacular place to visit for both adults and children.

The Green in Uptown Charlotte is a charming urban oasis that blends art, nature, and relaxation. This beautifully landscaped 1.5‑acre park is filled with whimsical literary quotes, shady paths, and playful touches like the iconic fish fountains, perfect for cooling off on warm days. Surrounded by restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions, it’s an ideal spot to enjoy lunch, read a book, or simply unwind. Clean, peaceful, and full of character, The Green is a must‑visit gem in the heart of the city.

This park is located in downtown area across from the Convention center. Well maintained with sculptures and art work. Shops along the sides. The views of the surrounding buildings are really cool.

This park is absolutely wonderful! It’s the perfect place to relax, unwind, and enjoy the beauty of nature. Whether you're taking a peaceful walk, having a picnic, or just sitting and soaking in the surroundings, the atmosphere is refreshing and calming. The park is clean, well-maintained, and family-friendly, with plenty of open space, walking trails, and greenery all around. It truly feels like a little escape from the busy world. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy some quiet time or make happy memories with friends and family.

This is an amazing park in the downtown of Charlotte! There are a lot of sculptures and walking paths to make your day very entertaining! It is only a few blocks for the Bank of America football stadium, and is right next to the Charlotte Convention Center.

While visiting this park, pay attention to the details on the ground. You might encounter a surprise at any moment.😊

Amazing open space in the middle of the city. I loved the details everywhere

Nice place to take your kids to run around and get some energy out. Also hosts different events.

Beautiful park in the middle of the tranquil Fourth Ward neighborhood! Although small, this park has a play area, benches, and a paved path to explore. A hidden gem in uptown Charlotte with free 2-hour parallel parking nearby!

A beautiful and clean park. I love walking here from my apartment. It’s such a great representation of how beautiful Charlotte can be. Plus my pups always loved going here ❤️

Perfect if you seek peace and quiet. If you are lucky, you can see the little rabbits here and there. Lots of squirrels and birds. Good people with good dogs. It's a nice place. Small, though.

Fourth Ward Park in Charlotte is a charming and peaceful green space known for its beautifully landscaped gardens, walking paths, and a lovely pond with a waterfall. It's a perfect spot for relaxation, picnics, and quiet strolls right in the heart of the city. The park’s historic vibe, combined with modern seating and shaded areas, makes it popular for both locals and visitors seeking a break from the urban hustle.

Park nestled between living areas. Very quaint. Great views of some of the high-rises. Nice little fountain area towards the end, where you can sit and relax. If you have an aviation bug, look up, plenty of planes overhead, line up for final approach. We always visit when strolling through downtown.

1. Scenic Design - Features a large pond with boardwalks, fountains, and bridges - Lush greenery, flower beds, and plenty of shade 2. Playgrounds & Open Space - Kid-friendly playground with climbing structures - Open lawns for picnics, frisbee, or lounging 3. Walking & Biking Access - Connected to the Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trail - Great for jogging, dog walking, or biking 4. Peaceful Yet Central - Feels calm despite being close to downtown - Popular with locals and young families

Fourth Ward Park is a peaceful and well-maintained green space surrounded by charming city views. It’s ideal for leisurely walks, picnics, or spending quiet time outdoors.

A very cute and peaceful small garden—perfect for enjoying lunch outdoors. There’s plenty of seating spread out across the area, so it doesn’t feel crowded even when it's busy. Parking can be a bit limited and tricky to find at first, but once you’re in, it’s well worth it. And almost forgot - dog friendly place! There’s also a small coffee shop and a restroom on-site, which is super convenient. I really enjoyed my time here and would definitely come back!

This place is so adorable. We spent a few hours today walking around the garden and enjoying their beautiful flowers. Then we grabbed a table and we had coffee, treats and hubby got a very tasty beer. It is free to get in, but parking was a little hard. Our dog had a blast and we got to watch a wedding taking place. We’ll definitely be back.

Beautiful garden! I went for a stroll with my mom and got some gorgeous pics of the roses. I would definitely recommend visiting for the beauty of course, but also the ambiance. Also, do check out Rosie's Coffee and Wine Garden.

We had the wedding of our dreams at McGill. Everything was perfect and we are still receiving compliments on how beautiful the venue was. The planners/staff go above and beyond. Shout out to Isabella for meeting with us in the months leading up to the wedding to finalize all the details. Top notch and couldn’t recommend it more.

What a wonderful relaxing place in the heart of Charlotte. Beautiful informal garden, plants for sale( interesting herbs ) and even have a glass of wine or a nice cappuccino.

It's a little garden right in the heart of the city. Free park, very limited parking space, not very many blooms maybe it’s offseason( would love to see the flowers bloom). Hard to navigate with baby in stroller(carry or wear the baby instead). Recommend to visit on weekday mornings to avoid crowds, when there’s no hosted events and able to get parking.

You can’t pay for this kind of peace. The wine selection is amazing and the flowers/herbs and plants are well taken care of. I love it here! All it needs is a jazz band on some nights 😊

Ribbonwalk nature preserve is a beautiful and peaceful place to enjoy nature. The walking trails are well marked and easy to follow. There are many tall trees, shaded paths and lots of plants. It’s a great spot for a relaxing walk or taking photos.

The nature trail is very scenic. Didn’t travel too deep. Went through the Hoyt Hinson Hinson trail. Very nice to go deep if you are interested in challenging yourself. Just keep in mind to wear clothes that cover you head to toe, because you never know if you’re gonna get bitten by an insect or a snake. I had no bad experiences so far. Going alone can feel kinda eerie but cool. Didn’t see any sketchy things going on for the first time. Saw only a handful of people walking around. But to be safe, I would recommend go with someone. And I read the low reviews to my discernment, but they’re old. The car break ins? I didn’t face that thankfully.

My favorite 100 acres in Charlotte. Very dog friendly! No bikes.

Such a beautiful hidden gem. We saw a lot of 🦫 activity. Great place to bring your kids, the trails aren't very difficult. Such a great experience all around. The only negative thing I will say is there isn't a big area for parking. Small area when you first arrive. So when it starts to get busy people will park behind you making it difficult to back out. Also heads up bathrooms are a Porta potty at the front.

****There are sketchy people that visit the trail and hang out in their cars.**** General safety practices on any trail Regardless of where you hike, follow these practices to reduce risk: Hike with a partner or group. There is safety in numbers, and hiking with at least one other person is one of the most effective crime prevention strategies. Tell someone your plan. Always inform a trusted friend or family member of your planned route, trailhead location, and expected return time. Check in with them when you've finished. Be situationally aware. Stay alert and pay attention to your surroundings. Avoid distractions like earbuds, which can prevent you from hearing potential threats. Trust your instincts. If someone makes you feel uneasy, trust your gut. Avoid or quickly move away from anyone who seems suspicious or hostile. Don't share personal information. Avoid revealing your itinerary, whether in person or on social media. Criminals often look for opportunities and easy targets. Protect your vehicle and valuables. When parked at a trailhead, do not leave valuable items in plain sight inside your car. Place them in the trunk before arriving. Avoid certain areas. Do not linger or camp near roads or trailheads. These areas tend to be more accessible to people outside the hiking community and carry a higher risk.

Beautiful preserve with several trail options and approximate walking times posted at the entrance. We took the Wetlands trail and saw tons of geese, turtles, squirrels and birds. This is a peaceful hideaway in the middle of Charlotte. There are some designated picnic tables off the main entrance trail. We also saw some people walking out with fishing poles so there must be some place to fish. This is a great place for a short walk, hike or picnic.

Wonderful nature preserve. Easy trails, although can be a little muddy after rain. All the damns from the beaver are amazing to see in person! Cool bird sightings, diverse growth of trees and it's so quiet, right in the middle of Charlotte. Highly recommend for a short hike or a full day in nature.

Barely more than a chip shot from Charlotte International Airport and just off busy W. Tyvola Road, the tranquil park is a pleasant and wide-open refuge that feels miles away from the city. Good spot for active (disc golf, beach volleyball, skateboarding, etc.) and passive (walking/hiking/cloud-gazing) recreation.

My FB group (Queens of Charlotte) came out to play volleyball and tennis. The facilities are well kept and clean. Great lighting. Plenty of parking.

Not the prettiest park but it does offer many sports facilities. Grass is lumpy. The trail isn’t great. Sketchy imo. It’s a lot more crowded than when I last visited so it does make it feel less sketchy. It can get really crowded some days and that creates limited parking, so people just park on the grass.

Beautiful park with many facilities. From tennis to basketball and even two high quality disc golf courses. If you are traveling through Charlotte this is definitely a good option to stop and play. Though there is no shortage of amazing wishlist quality courses. Just be sure to make your lines here or you will be very deep in the woods.

Huge Park with great amenities. Skate park, 7 volleyball courts, 3 baseball fields, dog park with two sections, disc golf course, and trails. Lots of parking. Well kept park and restrooms.

The park is magnificent. At the time I went (4p), it was clean and had great weather. Elements such as The open walking trail, the ballparks, volleyball court and dog parks were splendid. I would recommend anyone who has a dog, a hunch for outdoor sports, or just doing some outside exercise!

Trails are fun to ride but am I really supposed to know what these mean? Nothing on the tarheel website about the trail names/symbols. Several turns/intersections only had the orange arrow labeling them. Like, yeah I can already see that that's where the trail goes; I need to know which one it is lol

Great little place for a run, or a leisurely stroll! Seems that bicyclist do not know common courtesies while on a shared trail, not one let us know they were passing on the left... 🤨🤨🤨 Still great, I would recommend.

This a great park. good for walking, biking or just chilling and maybe taking some pictures. its beautiful and i cant wait to see the acoustic shows they do on thursdays during the spring/early summer. There are views of downtown from lush green space.

Midtown Park is a small but charming green space in Charlotte, featuring modern design, public art, and a relaxing atmosphere—great for quick strolls or picnics.

Beautiful spot! Very well-kept and clean, pretty landscaping and art installations, nice and quiet paths/trails.

I loved this spot. Very beautiful and quite. Perfect place to run or walk. The kids love it. Very good for dogs too. Here you can enjoy nature and also see the Charlotte buildings, very beautiful. This can be a very romantic spot too. I recommend this place.

There is a river walk here on Little Sugar Creek that is very pleasent. Many Ducks when I was here in March. The city has done a super job of restoring the creek with many water features that improve the stream quality.

Gorgeous views during the fall. Just be fully aware of your surroundings and take a friend or two.

Lots of cool things, kept my 16-year-old and my seven-year-old attention and captivated the space was clean. Staff was helpful and friendly parking was OK. You also get a 25% off pass for your parking ticket. I’m assuming if you pay online I paid online. I don’t know how we got the 25% off at the counter, but it was offered m

Discovery Place science is a great place. I had a great time. I had a blast. It’s definitely worth the money even parking isn’t that back either I would highly recommend this location. Please check it out. Take your children. They will run around and have fun for hours. It’s a lot of activities. Never a dull moment. Well worth the money Time and loud noises lol I’m definitely going back to visit again

I was a little disappointed with this science museum. There was one area that was closed for a new exhibit that was coming (I know that this takes place at times), but I felt that this was geared more to children rather than people of all ages. When their main exhibit area is closed there is not much for an adult to do there. It is a well kept and informative place though.

Great museum, in my opinion one of the best ones I've ever been too. Right when you walk in the frogs are incredible. I didn't even know there were that many types of frogs! The next part was more old artifacts that were super cool. Some of them scared me, spiders got something scary bout them. The top floor was really interactive for kids, with a real bed of nails you can lay on. A chair you sit on and pull yourself into the sky. If your in Charlotte, this is another must see attraction.

Really fun experience! Here visiting and it was raining so was needing something indoors. My daughter would have stayed here for 4-5 hrs if we had the time! We spent 2.5hrs and it flew by because it was so interesting and hands on. Tons of experiences and stations to do hands on things! My only complaint was the parking. There is a garage but is $17 for 2hrs or $30 for the day. That’s ridiculous when we already spent $72 for 2 adults and 1 child to enter. Parking should be included. We parked down the road in a lot that was $15 for the day and less than 5 minute walk. Otherwise was a blast! Could be a full day if you added in imax and lunch nearby.

Fantastic place to spend a day with your kids. There are countless handson experiences they can do, from playing with water, magnets, gears, building toy cars, playing music with different objects like pans. There are 3 floors full of exitement and open imagination for the kids. They have an aquarium section with lots of different species and one area where they can touch starfishs and sea urchins. Lots of interesting stuff for the little ones and the no so little as well. The dining options are really good and in the healthier side with fun names and shapes for the kids, like the “spaceadilla” with a rocket shape. We didnt had the chance to go into the IMAX shows but it was a great day at the museum. You can save $5 per person when you buy your tickets online.

Very interesting and educational for children and their parents! We had a wonderful time with the whole family! We'll be happy to come back!

We’ve been going to freedom Park for over a decade. It is our favorite park in Charlotte when we’re visiting our grandparents. We love the athletic course that was funded by the Carolina Panthers. Every time we’re there, I have to time my youngest to see how fast she can finish it. The park is well kept and beautiful. There is a nice bathroom in the center that is usually clean. There’s a cool looking locomotive and a fun playground for younger kids. There’s also ample space for picnics, volleyball, soccer, and just playing around with your dogs. When my wife joins us, we just enjoy walking around the lake and taking pictures. I highly recommend it!

An incredibly beautiful park. We took pictures to celebrate my daughter and new son in-law💍 Mature trees line the water. The bridge is great for photos. There's a playground for kids. Also very dog friendly.

This gem of Charlotte is one of my favorite places to take a walk. A place that fills my affection for mankind. The ambiance of sharing a walk with your neighbors, the ducks, and the fresh air and turquoise water is revitalizing. Parking can be challenging but I've never not found a spot. Dog friendly, kid friendly, family friendly spot. You can find all walks or life here coexisting in blissful harmony

Very nice park. Its quite lively with a huge presence of vendors selling some of the most interesting stuff. They have everything from artwork, jewelry, food/drinks, and decorative products.

Beautiful park with an amphitheatre, plenty of benches to sit by the man made 7 acres pond and watch the ducks and people stroll. There's picnic tables and grills also if you choose to make a day of it. There are trails to walk and a playground for the children.

This is a beautiful park. It's great for walking by yourself or with your dogs. They also have playgrounds for children to play on. It also seems like a popular spot to fish because when I was there, there were multiple people fishing. The nature museum that it connects to is closed to construction. I was upset that I didn't get to visit it while I was in town. But I'm hoping next time I will be able to.

Freedom Park feels like Charlotte’s version of Central Park! This 98-acre gem features a 7-acre lake (Duck Pond), paved trails, sports courts, playgrounds, and a historic steam locomotive. Great for jogging, picnics, family time, or the annual Festival in the Park each September. Access the Little Sugar Creek Greenway from here. Clean, welcoming, and full of activity great for a good reading.

First visit ever for camellia exhibit and sale. A darling jewel of a garden in the middle of the suburbs

What an awesome private property/garden. Well sculptured. We brought the bunnies some celery.

Divine specimens and numerous happy birds. Winter is a great time to see the rhododendrum and camelia buds to fantasize what will be soon a kaleidoscope of color

My mom and I visited on a cloudy warm day and had a lovely time walking the property and enjoying bathing in spme shade and some greenery, seeing the bunny rabbits, and some really unique looking plants. My favorite part was walking barefoot in the golf course grass pathway. I will pack a picnic next time to enjoy the bench. Tom the owner was very friendly. A great spot!

Stunning private garden that the owner’s kindly share with the public. It may seem like a Secret Garden when you first go to find it but it is not! Just park at the road near the number sign, for the address, and walk in. Once you go, you will be in shock, go again, and share with friends. 💚💚

Beautiful garden! So kind of the owners to share their garden with the public. This garden is on private property but you are allowed to tour the gardens anytime during the daylight hours. There are lovely shaded paths and many beautiful Japanese maples. They have a smaller but just as nice sunny area.

I love this place. It is so well organized and thought out. Beautiful Camelias, Rhododendrons, evergreens and more!