The picnic area was very scenic. Loved the gazebo. Trails were nice, especially the new lakeside…read moreboardwalk. I haven't tried the mountain bike trails yet. Maybe another time. Here's the BIG negative- the bathroom facilities at the northern end were disgraceful. Totally disgusting. Unusable. I hope there is a plan to rectify this situation.

Hickory City Park has eight lighted tennis courts with an outdoor covered shelter and restrooms…read more There is a large multi-purpose facility with an indoor meeting room. From here, there is access to a paved bikeway and the Lake Hickory Trails, a system of mountain biking and nature trails. The trails have some change in elevation and lead to Geitner-Rotary Park as the opposite end. [Review 15403 overall, 906 of 2021, number 2953 in North Carolina.]

Great place for activity & weight training. Highly recommended for those on the go looking for a…read moreplace to train in a good atmosphere. Staff is friendly, parking is plentiful & they have a sauna that goes to 230 degrees, steam room and clean showers.

From the owner: Deer Valley Athletic Club is a private club offering family-friendly club amenities, including…read moretennis courts, a weightlifting gym, an indoor and outdoor pool, fitness classes, pickleball courts, a racquetball court, and locker rooms with saunas and steamrooms. We have a long-standing history within the community of the High Country. We are committed to cultivating a clean, updated environment for members and guests. We strive to offer a variety of year-round tennis, swim, nutrition, gymnastics, and fitness activities for the whole family.

the management of the YMCA downtown Hickory is alarmingly poor at organization, communication,…read moreconsistency and customer relations. The 'new' gym is hideous. in contacting the management,, the person couldn't have cared less, she was condescending, flippant, she didn't listen to what I was saying and she was dismissive. it was clear her missive was to get me off the phone. The staff is put in a terrible spot. they aren't being communicated with from management. people are wandering around lost in the facility because of the lack or non existence of staffing. Rooms aren't available when you talk to one person but another person says they can unlock it. they are RUINING the experience of going to the gym. They are of course charging full price for a lot less than 100% availability of what we had prior. She uses the phrase ''sorry you feel this way" clearly its NOT a feeling, its cognitive thought, something they do Not understand at the Hickory Foundation YMCA. id be embarrassed to tell anyone I was management at this place. No-one cares, its apathy to the Nth degree and it starts At The Very Top who refuse to interact with membership because well, they just do not want to hear it.

I must admit... I've been pleasantly surprised by this YMCA. I've been to other Y's (Atlanta,…read moreCharlotte, Greensboro) and Hickory can hold its own. There are so many activities and different programs to help anyone get into/stay in shape without getting bored. There are no joining fees or contracts, just monthly dues. Very affordable, around $40 a month for a single person and $65 for a whole family. There is both an indoor and outdoor pool where they offer water aerobic classes, private lessons, and lifeguard training. A wide range of group exercise classes are offered such as Zumba, Martial Arts, Step, Spin, and Yoga to name a few. Swati is an amazing Yoga instructor; highly recommend her Yoga Reflection class. The gym is pretty standard with free weights, machines, treadmills, etc. Personal trainers are available for those who want one-on-one motivation and coaching. Also, can't forget about the basketball courts, tennis courts, baseball fields, soccer fields and the new climbing tower! I have only been up the tower once...on the easiest side... with 8 year olds zooming up the wall beside me ...but still it was inspiring to make it to the top! Summertime is super busy with campers all over the place but the camp counselors do a good job of keeping them in check. Last but not least, the staff is sooooo friendly and helpful! Especially Thelma, who greets nearly every member by name and goes out of her way to help the elderly members.

Great club and community. I found my tennis partners and tennis coaches on…read morehttps://joinplaytennis.com/charlotte

Moved into the area and had no idea this neighborhood gem existed. I noticed it while putting in on…read morehole 18 at Westport Golf Club. Kids laughing playing at a large pool. Kiddie pool area perfect for toddlers. Two twin slides for the young kids and plenty of chairs and lounges to relax. Their clubhouse is brand new and hosts a check in desk, beer & wine bar, and snack shop. Bring your own food or have theirs it's all good. They just ask that beer and wine are purchased on property. Pool is open Memorial Day to Labour Day approximately. The highlight of the property is the clay tennis courts excellently maintained. 8 courts in all. They have 4 pickleball courts as well. All courts are lighted and well maintained. This club is full of fun/competitive adults and kids of all experience levels. They have a couple on site pro's that can get your game to wherever you want. They also have adult learn to play, men's/women's leagues and competitive tennis all the way up the rating ladder. Club is family owned and they love tennis and pickleball. They both work to put on wine nights, group events, kids pool parties and in my opinion the dues are cheap. Check them out if you need some pool time, a gym, club, tennis/pickle courts or just a sense of community.

I hit at the club several times while I was visiting my parents over the new year. Marie was…read moreextremely friendly and helpful, I was able to rent I a racket since I didn't bring my own. And I hit with Edoardo, their teaching pro, several times. He was an excellent instructor and a lot of fun to hit with.

Great tennis community. I found my tennis partners and tennis coaches on…read morehttps://joinplaytennis.com/charlotte

This is everything the name suggests. It's a great location close to uptown Charlotte, hidden in…read morethe Cotswold neighborhood. It has been a great place for swimming and fun for my daughters and relaxing swim spot for the adults as well. It has a thriving Tennis community that is competitive, but also friendly.

Cliff Teague Park has a small parking lot that's probably enough for a few people but a big party…read moreor ball game and it's going to be full. The park features an open multi-use space, playground, tennis and basketball courts and a permanent building with restrooms. The park is handicapped accessible with dedicated parking and a paved path from the parking area to the playground. Picnic table are in the shade and it's a nice spot. The playground has a soft base and is in excellent condition. [Review 15410 overall, 913 of 2021, number 2960 in North Carolina.]