It's so nice to take the kids outside (even though it's hot today!!) Finch has playgrounds, picnic…read moretables, trails and a pond. Located in Lexington off of Raleigh Road.

This is a pretty nice park. Only thing to complain about is the restrooms. Pretty nasty when I…read morewent, which to be honest is about what one expects from a city park restroom. Two playground areas, with one having a very large playground slides. Kids loved playing here. Ball parks for softball and baseball. Older swing set but functional. Walking trails, large pavilion, and lake you can fish in. I found the park safe. Recommend.

Small, free, local playground in Lexington now that playgrounds have opened back up. They have a…read moresplash pad that's free as well, but that was still closed. Playground is suitable more for older children, but our toddler still enjoyed herself as well. If you can overlook the surrounding houses with their shoddy appearances, the playground itself appeared clean but small.

This large park features a playground, grills, basketball court, three shelters, and a 4,000…read moresquare foot splash pad. There is also a building with bathroom facilities. Closed for the winter but looking absolutely awesome. Plenty of parking and a great view of the entire park area. It's an interesting neighborhood. Some of the houses nearby look like they could use a good pick me up to solve their drooping roofs and stained roof tiles. Ouch.

Dan Nicholas park is a great place to burn some of your kids/dogs/own energy if you have some free…read moretime. Aside from being a regular park with playgrounds and open spaces to explore, they have a carousel, mini train ride, small zoo area, putt putt, and paddle boats. They have a snack shop and RV parking as well. It's really a little gem in the area and I recommend dropping in if you have some time to kill.

Such a GORGEOUS park in the middle of small town North Carolina just outside of Charlotte. Lake…read moresports, fishing, children's parks and events, the place is HUGE. Camping hours locks you in after closing with private access should you need to exit. Ranger is a friendly bloke that was so helpful. Peaceful, full hookups and onsite black tank disposal. Note, it's a public park - so you're not going to have control over whom your neighbours are, but we got lucky and the possible problem guests were leaving as we arrived (yay!).

For all the Triad parks we visited in 2020 (earning the Yelpie for Explorer of the Year,) this one…read moreis our favorite yet by far! It took a bit of travel for us, slightly over an hour each way, but it was worth it! The grounds here, the trail, the surrounding river, and the playground all make for the perfect day for kids and their parents, too! The nature trail is packed well and overall very stroller-friendly, with shortcuts in case you need to cut your walk short. There are also lots of great vantage points to sit for a moment and take in the scenery, if your kids will afford you that luxury. As for the playground, this is one to remember. It is so unique, constructed out of wood and fitting right in with the natural vibe of the surrounding woods. And the added bonus is listening to the flowing current nearby while your young ones enjoy going down the fish slide, swinging, and building a fort with bamboo. Also a lot of good spots for bird watching here! Be sure not to miss the part of the trail by the gravel parking lot. That takes you to the waterfall area, and there's a spot with 4 hammocks rigged up for kicking back and enjoying! Make a plan to come visit this place on a warm, sunny day. If you like nature, you and your family will love this! And if you are a history buff, interested in environmental conservatism, or a homeschool parent, this area is a good experience and opportunity to learn about the Saxapahaw/Sissipahaw natives' life on the Haw River and the development of the hydro mill as a source of energy. This area checks boxes for spiritual wellness, educational opportunity, and physical exercise as well. Aside of that, just fun and enjoyable!

Easy trail around the island with nice river views. Good for beginners but lots of rocks and tree…read moreroots on the path.

I visited the Festival of Lights at Tanglewood Park last night and it was a sight to see! Beautiful…read morelights and displays. Some areas had holiday music playing. It was a drive thru experience but you were able to stop at the gift shop half way thru. They had various items from local businesses for sale. I would definitely visit again next year!

We *try* to visit Tanglewoof bark park every Sunday with our puppy and his sisters (adopted by…read moreother families). It's always a good crowd, weather permitting. It's fun seeing familiar faces - both human and pup. I like how it's separated into two spaces for both large and small dogs. We've only have wonderful experiences at this dog park :)

We just moved here to be closer to our grand daughter. We were looking for parks to take her to…read more She is almost 2 and absolutely loved the park. It was very clean and safe. It will be our go to park from now on...

I have used the walking trails and the dog park here. There is a large and small dog area. It has a…read morelot of trees with big raised roots (so watch your step) and no grass so it can get very muddy. There is a paved walking path as well as trails in the woods. I've been to a few events here (craft market, dog show, Christmas tree lighting) It's not the largest park but has the amount of space that we need for what we like to do.

I had never heard of this park before, but was invited by a friend. I loved it! The playground was…read morenear the picnic shelters. There was a splash pad, carousel, and a train that takes you around the park.

I am incredibly impressed with Village Park ... and the city of Kannapolis as a whole! My husband…read moreand I attended the opening show of their free summer concert series, and we were in awe of how well-maintained this park is, and how organized our entire experience was. We arrived around 5:30 PM to claim our seats on the lawn, and thankfully we were able to find a parking spot right near the pedestrian bridge across the street. The city posted a very detailed map of parking options on their Instagram page ... and the amazing thing is, not only is all of that parking free, but there is a free shuttle that will take folks back and forth to their spots if they are unable to walk that far (or even if they just don't want to!) The openers started at 7 PM, and then the main act started around 8:15 PM. This gave the crowd plenty of time to get situated in their spots, grab some snacks, hit the restrooms, or even ride the carousel! This was a family-friendly outdoor concert, and they did a great job of having food/drink/activities for both kids and adults to enjoy. A glass of wine or a can of beer was just $5 each ... which felt like a steal since I'm used to spending more than double that for the same pour at other concert venues. The show itself was awesome ... we saw The Fray and they were everything we wanted them to be and more. The sound and lighting were both great. The layout of the park allowed many folks to stay in their folding chairs for the majority of the show, and still be able to see what was going on on-stage. Five stars all around for Village Park and the city of Kannapolis ... more cities should take note of what a great job they are doing here to engage their community!

Not every city has a place like Deep River Recreation Center, and I am glad that it exists for all…read moreto enjoy. From the external amenities, like the tennis courts, amazing playground, three ball fields, and additional spaces, to the entire inside of the rec center, this center is an asset to High Point. Boasting nice external bathrooms, this is a great place to bring littles on the weekend. The ball fields can be reserved for different user groups. I am so glad that a nice, clean, enjoyable space like this exists.

My 21-yr-old niece died, unexpectedly, in her sleep and we needed a place to go for the meal after…read morethe funeral service. The people at Deep River Recreation Center waived the 2-wk reservation requirement and were so wonderful to deal with. They eased my sister, my nephew, and my niece's father's burden with their caring support.

At Grant Park getting my picture taken with Mr. Tim Grant whom the park is named. On a tour of the…read morecity and visiting this hidden gem with a view over a quarry that is 175 deep feet. Worth a visit.

I love the trails here! The park is clean and the landscaping is beautiful. The overlook of the dam…read moreis a sight to see as well. I also love that you have a great view of downtown Winston beyond the dam. With the views available from the park the sunsets are really beautiful.

This is a beautiful playground with so much to do! There is a basketball court, walking trails,…read moreplay structure and splash pad! Parking is free and they have a concession stand with treats, drinks and hotdogs! I enjoyed my time here.

Beautiful park! So many fun obstacle course-like activities that are free to do!!! The playground…read moreis designed to challenge kids of all ages and it's a three-tiered playground for different aged children to enjoy, the one in the farthest back being more toddler/baby friendly in my opinion. There are so many things to climb, lots of sensory details, and this is just overall, a very interactive and unique playground to visit. Fun for moms and dads to join in on the fun too, with the challenging obstacle activities. Not a whole bunch of shaded areas on playground, and you can smell the dumpsters really strongly in the heat, as they are right at entrance of playground. They also have a covered basketball area, which is really nice!!!!! The splash pad is simple yet so fun for the kids!!!! And free!!!!!! Highly recommend! It's a beautifully maintained park! Concession stand and clean bathrooms as well:)