Awesome festival! Lots of unique items...Lots of food,ice cream.... Pet friendly…read more Music till 7:00

Formerly Lakewood Park, this is now known as Martin Luther King Jr. Park. The centerpiece is a…read morestocked lake with fishing permitted from Monday to Thursday. Three large picnic shelters, one of which has charcoal grills and a fireplace set up. The walking trails surround the lake, two playgrounds and a very pretty waterfront gazebo that would be quite lovely for photo opportunities, especially when the leaves are turning. Large open outdoor amphitheater. [Review 14553 overall, 51 of 2021, number 2789 in North Carolina.]

They call this place Squirrel Park for a reason! The cute little guys are all around and very…read morecomfortable around people. This is a lovely little trail, perfect for leisurely strolling and they have an assortment of workout stations placed throughout. Things like monkey bars, pull-up bars, sit-up bench, etc. which is a unique and fun touch! There were quite a few cars when we arrived on a Sunday afternoon, but it never felt too crowded and people were friendly. This is a great spot to spend an afternoon.

This is my favorite park in Statesville. It's a nice size with paved walking trails. It's actually…read morean exercise park, with different workout stations if someone wants to follow. There is a bathroom on site. I have not been inside. My husband and son have, they said it's fine. It's a lovely place to walk your dog. Like everywhere else, they must be kept on leash and need to be picked up after. They have doggy stops near the bathroom if you forgot your bags. Also, they have Pokémon stops and gyms throughout the park, another reason to get out there and exercise!

Over 70 acres that contain SEVEN full-size soccer fields. Also, two sets of playgrounds so that the…read moresiblings who aren't chasing a soccer ball have something to do. One of the playgrounds is fully ADA compliant and how awesome is that! The soccer complex also includes two miles of paved walking trails, a disc golf course and an outdoor volleyball court. There is a ton of parking and a number of picnic shelters. The structure with restrooms is open but with a warning that it is only cleaned once per day. [Review 14526 overall, 23 of 2021, number 2769 in North Carolina.]

A huge thank you to all the workers that do such a wonderful job in keeping this park so…read morebeautiful!!!

This 11 acre park features an outdoor basketball court, a multipurpose field, a playground, picnic…read moreshelter, and restrooms. There is also a small pond with walking trails. The basketball area is not fenced and the area around it appears to be likely to gather standing water. The picnic shelters have grills and are available to be reserved. It's nice that some are located immediately next to the playground. The restrooms are open with a warning sign that they are only cleaned once per day. [Review 14523 overall, 20 of 2021, number 2766 in North Carolina.]

Fort Dobbs Historic site is undoubtedly one of the best sites in the NC historic site system! From…read morea modern visitor center to a detailed guided tour, Fort Dobbs has everything to keep you interested. Fort Dobbs provides tons of history concerning the French and Indian War, as it is the only NC historic site concerning that period. There are several points of interest for you to explore, a .5 mile nature trail, a new visitor center with an exhibit opening soon, and a fort for you to explore! If you want to see the inside of the fort, you HAVE to take the guided tour. There are 4 tour times, with cheap prices! Our tour lasted about an hour and 45 minutes, and was extremely detailed! Our tour guide (the site manager) has studied history in college for nearly 12 years!! He constantly had more information and detailed history to tell us about, never ending for 105 minutes! Everyone in our group was impressed, and were thankful to have such a great tour guide. The guided tour is worth it! If you're in the area, you should stop by! It's a great way to get some fresh air and expand your knowledge concerning the 7 Years War (French and Indian War).

Fort Dobbs is such a cool, low-key stop if you're into history. It's a reconstruction of the…read moreoriginal 1756 fort (finished in 2019), and you can only go inside with a guided tour every 45 minutes--totally worth it. Our tour was about 45 minutes, super educational, and took us through different rooms while explaining what happened here. It's also really affordable ($5 adults, $1 kids). There's an older visitor center with a small gift shop (new one coming soon), plus a picnic shelter, restrooms, and a short walking trail. Great quick visit for families.

This small park is located close to the heart of downtown Statesville and is surrounded by city…read morebuildings. The park is dense with picnic tables and benches and tall trees. This park does not have a restroom facility. There is plenty of parking. [Review 14544 overall, 42 of 2021, number 2784 in North Carolina.]

Sadly, closed up and with a chain on the gate, this park has three baseball/softball fields as well…read moreas 2 picnic shelters. The fields can accommodate both adult softball and youth baseball leagues. The main piece is a large main shelter with dressing rooms and a concession stand. There is quite a lot of parking. [Review 14554 overall, 52 of 2021, number 2790 in North Carolina.]

Downtown Statesville! It's a thing, y'all! This bustling area in the heart of Statesville, N.C. has…read moreso much to offer the locals and tourists alike. Historical buildings in every direction host restaurants, bars, shops and even Statesville's own radio station, WAME (pronounced, "Whammy!"). There is definitely something for everyone here in Downtown Statesville! Restaurants options do not run short in historical Downtown Statesville, the atmosphere of the 28 (currently) eateries ranges from casual to fine dining. Some of these downtown restaurants have been open for more than 20 years. Way to make history, Sub Express, Columbian Bakery/Restaurant and Hardee's! The newest additions to the Downtown Statesville scene are the "bars" (I use the term loosely) and the ability to drink outside the establishments in the designated dining areas. When the sun sinks low and the weather is just right, there's no better experience than sitting outside on Center or Broad Street, listening to live music with an after-dinner drink in your hand. Thanks Wine Maestro-Statesville, Fourth Creek Brewing Company and Red Buffalo Brewing Company for giving us the drinks we love while offering a setting for live music! If you love to shop then Downtown Statesville is the place for you! The area averages around 25 independently-owned businesses with a variety of products that will satisfy everyone. DS offers bike shops, shoe shops, even home decor and clothing boutiques! Roots Outdoor NC and Carolina Mountain Sports are the nature lovers' go-to stores, and bicyclists can get their gear from one or both of the bike shops there. More of an artsy type? Well, Downtown Statesville has a rich art culture, too! From the architecture of downtown buildings and churches to the "Walk of Fame", DS has art that appeals to the masses. You can find movie markers in the sidewalk to commemorate films shot here, as well as public art pieces! Hint, hint, there's plenty of great Photo Ops! All you have to do, is park your car and start walking the sidewalks of this gorgeous portion of Statesville, N.C. Trust me, there is always something "to do" in DS! Activities run all year long and vary with the season. Downtown Statesville offers two Farmers' Markets. You can always check the "Featured Events" link on the DS website to see which festivals and celebrations are happening. You can follow along on social media @downtownsvl or even tune in to WAME 92.9 FM and 550 AM for a weekend update! Don't wait, head on down to the heart of Statesville "where it all comes together" and enjoy the the small but progressive buzz. You won't go away hungry and lacking shopping finds or entertainment! If you're too tired to drive home after your trip to DS, just book a night or two at one of the Bed and Breakfast houses nearby or choose a local hotel. Your adventure awaits in Downtown Statesville!

Downtown Statesville provide you with a small town feel even though Statesville keep expanding. It…read morestill feels historic and North Carolina unlike Mooresville. Not a lot of shops or good restaurants. Mostly pawn shop and coffee shop from what I am seeing. More are coming though with more people moving into town. Free parking, always a plus. There are seasonal events from time to time to boost tourism in downtown. It

Caldwell Park is located on the corner of the Oakwood Cemetery and shares some parking. The five…read moreacre park has tennis courts (four hard base and four clay) plus six pickleball courts. There is a nice playground, and a structure with restrooms. The restrooms are open during the pandemic but they have a warning posted that they are only cleaned once per day. The picnic shelter has electrical outlets but no grills. At the southwest corner of the park is a fenced in dog park. [Review 14541 overall, 39 of 2021, number 2781 in North Carolina.]

One of the two dog parks (the one designated for smaller dogs) has been under construction for…read moreabout a year now. There has been a large piece of equipment (tractor, land-mover type) sitting in the park and nothing has been done for many months. This makes things difficult for people with small dogs because they either have to wait for the larger dogs to leave or remove their dogs when the large dogs arrive. PLEASE FINISH THIS WORK, STATESVILLE!!!!! WTH?

This larger park is crisscossed by a number of walking trails that are paved asphalt. Nice and…read moresmooth, excellent for those who might have mobility challenges. Some bridges over the creek make for nice photo ops. The Newtonville Greenway travels approximately .4 of a mile through the park and connects North Race Street to North Center Street. The park also has a playground and a picnic shelter but there is no restroom facility. The shelter can be reserved with the parks department. [Review 14551 overall, 49 of 2021, number 2787 in North Carolina.]