Hidden gem right here in Clover/York. On a clear day, you can see the Charlotte skyline. Pretty…read morewild. The incline is moderate and not a difficult hike. And, not a long distance. You should check it out. Bring your dog

No fees, no hassles but also no services. At the end of the roadway, you'll find a dirt and gravel…read moreparking lot with room for a dozen or so vehicles. Secure your vehicle, take a deep breath and get ready for a short climbing hike. This hiking trail probably rates as a moderate as it is little more than a gravel and dirt access road to the top. It starts off with a pretty swift incline but as it starts to corkscrew around Nanny's Mountain, it levels off a bit. And before you know it, you're at the top. There is a right turn just before the summit There is a clearing at the top and a large shelter that seems to be set up as a meeting place with a lectern and three rows of seats facing it. There are a couple of trash cans and that's it. No power, no barbecue grill and definitely no restrooms. Be prepared for that. There's also not much of a view from the summit. As it's January, the trees are quite bare so I could see some of the curve of the lake, but that's it. Occasionally, a plane on its way in to CLT. But no view of the skyline or of the surrounding area. I kind of want a view as my reward for a hike/climb. Not one here. Still, it was a nice and peaceful walk. And remember, never hike alone! [Review 16523 overall - 853 in South Carolina - 32 of 2022.]

We've been starting to explore Charlotte's greenways a bit more recently…read more Previously, we parked at Pineville-Matthews Rd and walked to the Vista Grande Circle parking lot (2 miles one way). This section is the McMullen Creek Greenway. So this time, we parked at Vista Grande Circle and walked to the Johnson Rd parking lot. This is also 2 miles one way on the McAlpine Creek Greenway right until it meets up with the Four Mile Creek Greenway. The parking lot on this side is only big enough for 3-4 cars, but you could probably park on the street in the neighborhood as well. We really enjoyed this section of the greenway, probably a little more than the previous section. There were boardwalk sections here as well. There was a lot more marshy flood plane area here which was cool. If you're looking for a way to get outside in Charlotte, explore your local greenways.

I absolutely love this trail. It is secluded from busy streets, well maintained, shaded, and family…read moreand dog friendly. This trail is over 4 milked long and perfect for a walk, jog, run, or bike ride. It is accessible from the neighborhoods and has entry points with parking, restrooms, and bike maintenance/air pumps.

We enjoyed our first walk at this greenway! I got absolutely annihilated by mosquitos so…read moreprotecting yourself is a must, but the trail was nice. Lots of runners, walkers, bikers, people with their dogs. It was safe and clean with a few trash bins along the way (always appreciated when I have bags of dog waste to throw out!). Parking lot seemed large enough for a Sunday morning. Dogs enjoyed seeing a little frog for the first time in their lives. We will certainly be back! Finding shaded walking trails for the dogs can be difficult and this was nice. The porta potties could be smelled from quite a distance away so I would avoid those.

Gorgeous, well-manicured walking path. My pup and I saw two deer and a blue heron. Most of the walk…read moreis nicely-shaded and adjacent to water. The trail is busy with bikers, walkers, & dogs.

Get out of the city by staying mostly in the city. Big Rock Nature Preserve is a good place for…read moresome fresh air and a bit of exercise. Located in the middle of a residential neighborhood, you would never expect moderate dense forrest that feels so far removed from civilzation. Yet here it is. The only real hint of a city is the hum of car tires on 485 which the preserve backs up to. But you can easily get lost (figuratively) in the rustling of the leaves and forget all about the freeway. Park on the side of the street and hike in. You'll soon walk across a a little foot bridge. Then on to the parks namesake, some big rocks. There is one interpretive sign which tells a bit about the area. Continue on past that and the big rocks down the hill and to the swampy creek. As the lady we passed on the trail described it. There is a narrow portion of trail next to a small cliff following the stream. Then turn and head back up the hill and out. Congratulations, you have completed a walk of about half a mile. It isn't much. And not especially strenuous. My grandparents who are in their 80s were about to do it. This is just a good place to get into nature, get in your steps, and not have to go too far to do it.

There isn't much more than I can add to these other reviews…read more When Sarah and I first got there, we saw a lady pushing a stroller with a small toddler. We both looked at each other thinking the same thing, this is not going to be what we thought. The real attraction here is the rock. It's massive and appears to have been there for many years. It appears that it was been work overtime by water flow as it has unique indentations that are what you see in rocks by fast flowing rapids. We went in early March and it was nice and cool and the leaves were not out so you can get a clear view of the forest. You can hike this thing in maybe 20 minutes and not get you heart rate up.

This little used trail takes about a 2 mile loop through an open savannah rendering it nearly…read moreuseless during the midday summer heat. However, it's an easy/moderate trail with a smooth, natural surface. (The section under the high wires I would consider moderate). In cooler weather, deer can be spotted and there's a nice pond to look at (fishing prohibited). No services provided and surprisingly I see more patrols on this trail than any other I visit. I think it's a nice compliment to McDowell which is wooded and hilly. Give it a whirl.

The Tega Cay trails are a great place to get a quick hike in! There are benches along the main…read moretrail so you can stop and enjoy the scenery. You can also ride your bike. The trails wind through Tega Cay, SC. There are rolling hills throughout much of the trails. The trails are scenic, with lots of foliage. Consider hiking from Trail Head Park to Casual Water at the Tega Cay Clubhouse for lunch or dinner. The street address listed is Trail Head Park. Refer to the website for a map of the trails.

Our City has miles and miles of walking trails and more are being added this summer! Great for…read morewalking, jogging, cardio training, biking and even golf carts (be mindful of our pedestrians if you decide to cart on the trails).

Closed and locked up for the coronavirus pandemic but otherwise will reopen for the season soon…read moreenough. One of Tega Cay's oldest parks, it sits at the end of one of the longest peninsulas of the town. The park features playground and picnic sites that are directly on the lake as well as covered picnic shelters, restrooms and a beautiful scenic overlook. Friday nights are when the Carolina Show Ski Team puts on their free waterski shows. Note that parking is by permit only and the permits are not free. There's also no walking here from anywhere other than very nearby as no public transport visits this deep into Tega Cay. [Review 13069 overall, 386 of 2020.]

Windjammer park is one of the most beautiful and accessible parks in the area. To start things off,…read morethere are a couple beaches scattered throughout the peninsula along with some docks too. There is a pavilion with benches too which can make for some scenic picnics. In the summer, the park can get pretty busy but nothing unbearable as there is plenty of space. Make sure to be careful with parking as you need a Tega Cay parking pass and sometimes police will make rounds. The main attraction of the park is the sunset during the summer. Towards the back of the park, there are plenty of benches and swings that overlook most of Lake Wylies. As the sun sets, there is a perfect angle that makes for an amazing view. All in all, this park is worth a visit and makes for a fun, cheap outing.

I've known about this greenway for a while now. It's really close to our house…read more We wanted to go on a walk outside of our neighborhood for the first time today and this seemed like a good place to go. I thought it wouldn't be crowded and I was right. We saw three other people while we were there. It's a short greenway. It's only about a quarter of a mile long, so a half mile total to get back to your car. We parked at the back of the Home Depot parking lot. I'm not sure if you're supposed to but we didn't have any issues. Even though it's really short, it's a nice greenway that's almost completely shaded. It's located in the Rivergate Shopping Center. If you're in the area shopping, check it out and go for a quick walk!