Even though you're right off of Hawthorne, which is a major road, it feels like you're more rural…read morethan that. They did a good job of creating that feel with the stone walls and large fields. I wish the tennis courts allowed for pickleball, especially because they have lights and we don't really have any lighted options in Winston (except out in Old Town). That said, there is a bit of a homeless problem in the area that seems more manifest at night. Just a heads-up.

Nice park in West End. Has about everything you would want in city park. Walking trails, tennis…read morecourts, baseball field, large field (for soccer I assume), and kids playground area. There's a track as well but I'm not sure if this is part of the park or the school. You can walk on the trails that go parallel to Peters Creek. They have several bridges you can use to cross back and forth. The trails do go under the Glade Street bridge on the south side (park boundary ends here). The bridge is a little sketchy with all the liter and graffiti. Never had any issues though. Overall, Hanes Park is a nice park to enjoy the day. Dog friendly too.

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.

Pretty good place to go relax and take the kids out to enjoy nature. I normally go here to destress…read moreand go on walks.

If Greensboro and High Point can claim somewhere as a "central park" it would have to be the parks…read moreand rec complex created by the fusion of City Lake Park, Jamestown Park and Golf Course, the High Point Greenway, and the Piedmont Environmental Center converging together on this point. If you can't figure out a way to spend a day outside somewhere in all that, you might just not like the outdoors! The Piedmont Environmental Center serves as kind of a trailhead for the High Point Greenway, as well as a system of lakeside trails that run along city lake and the golf course. The welcome center is attractive on the outside, though decisively could use a facelift indoors. Still, it has what you need. Restrooms, vending, information and brochures, and even a small exhibit featuring native snakes and amphibians from the Piedmont. I never pass up a chance to check out some snakes, preferably behind glass like these. The trails make a great place for a light intensity hike, a simple nature walk, or just a place to walk the dog. On my visit, it was an overcast and cool day in early spring, so it's not quite time for peak visitors yet. I prefer this time of year, things are quiet and serene, and the trees are just starting to bloom. There is no shortage of signage along the trails, and ample places to make sure you clean up after your dog. Another note, if you're a Pokemon Go player, there are no less than 12(!) easy to access gyms at both the major hub around the visitor center, and then several along the trails, not to mention a litany of Pokestops. Please only read this information and follow it if you're on team Mystic. The rest of you can feel free to forget you read it. All of this is free, so get out and enjoy nature as North Carolina provides in abundance!

I love this park! It has great walking paths and there is always children playing in the…read moreplaygrounds! No matter the season it is always beautiful!

Creekside Park is located off of 311 on the Archdale/High Point border. It's very nice, kept clean…read moreand organized (lots of signs explaining where things are etc). There are a few playgrounds, bathrooms, a covered shelter for picnics, a pretty gazebo, ball field, disc golf and walking trails. I like to come here in the morning when it's not too cold out to get an outside workout in when I want to switch things up, rather than going to the gym and walking on the treadmill. The walking trails at Creekside Park are fantastic; lots of greenery or autumn foliage depending on the season. There's great lighting and usually a number of maintenance men on the property during the morning hours, so I always feel safe walking here. It's also a great place for shooting photography or a photo shoot if you are planning on having pictures taken.

A neat park, open until dark (8:30) at this posting. Plenty…read moreof paved parking. Maintained restroom station. Picnic benches in several areas. Nice wide paved trails with minimal incline, goes around the little lake (pond) with maintained trails beyond that. Fishing is allowed with limits and restrictions posted. It was a pleasant walk around the lake, with very few people actually on the afternoon of our visit. It was a bright warm sunny day so the weather made our trek even more enjoyable. 4 Stars a cool community park and worth a visit 01178

Of all the parks in the Triad, this one might be my personal favorite! It's a simple layout, but it…read morehas everything you could want in a park. There's the upper loop walking path which is quiet, peaceful, and scenic. You can get your exercise in or find a bench and soak up some rays. It's especially beautiful during the fall foliage! I also love the pond with the fountain and ducks, and they allow for fishing as well. And of course there's the historic tree! They were renovating the deck this most recent time we went, but normally you can stand inside the hollow of the tree. Such an amazing sight to behold! There's also picnic tables and a nice playground structure for the kids. My only complaint is the playground is fully baked in the sun. It could benefit from a canopy overhead for some shade so the equipment doesn't get blazing hot.

Tony Vanoy & I went for a 1.5 hr hike at Guilford Co Courthouse National Military Park in…read moreGreensboro NC on Saturday. It was a beautiful day so we went for a lovely walk to look at the monuments and flowers. We saw some wildlife and many dogs on leashes!! The park was free to enjoy! There was plenty of parking spots and restrooms. Inside the Visitors Center is a museum, some hands on display items to touch, a gift shop and 2 separate films to enjoy. A 10 min one and a 30 minute one to enjoy for free as well... Highly recommend visiting the park if you are in the area!!

I stopped at this park for the Jr Ranger Program. It looked well up-kept on the grounds. I liked…read morethat they offer this program for the children. I do wish there was a way to double press some of the exhibits inside, to be able to disable them. The speakers are quiet loud, and our little of course wanted to press the buttons, even after we moved on from that section. Then she complained about the loud noise of the speakers. It was fun learning about the parks history, doing the activities inside, and walking the grounds to see the grave sites, statues, and go hunting for wildlife scavenger hunt. The ranger that was on-site was very friendly and patient with our little when she interviewed him for one of the activities in the booklet and when presenting her with her badge. As we were leaving the ranger let us know about some other opportunities for guest to earn different badges at the park. We will have to try next time we are in town.

The Gateway Nature Preserve is a park adjacent to Washington Park on the other side of Salem Creek…read more There is a nice, flat pave walking trail, and they have built a nature trail. If you have a dog, there is a dog park too. The park is a work in progress and improvements are being made.

Decent area to walk and is dog friendly. Access to playground tennis courts and a baseball/softball…read morefield. Also a large picnic shelter.

This is a great park and a great community center. There is a play area with swings for kids, a…read moresplash pad in the summertime, covered picnic shelters for cookouts, sand volleyball pit, walking loop, baseball field and all of it nestled next to the community center. The community center has a lot of great classes for all ages!