If you find that you need to be near the open water but you're too far from Lake Norman and don't…read morewant to make the hike to the Ocean, maybe Bear Creek Park will do it for you. This park is at the end of a gravel and dirt road. It features a large covered picnic shelter and access to the lake for fishing. There is no swimming here and there are no boat launches. But you can bring a chair and sit by the water with your equipment. See if you're able to outsmart the fish. The park shelter can be reserved by contacting the County parks department. [Round number review 13100 overall, 417 of 2020.]

This place is very calm but no fish it's hard to catch. The area is limited and there is a small…read morepicnic area.

Pretty nice park!…read more Hiking trails, cycling trails, horse trails, disc golf course Camping areas. Bathrooms Soccer and baseball fields. Kids playgrounds. Pretty quiet most of the trail! Good for a trail run too! I go often to walk my dog!

Many activities for kids. Fishing, mini golf and a playground. Areas to cook out. Nice easy trail…read morearound the lake . It is $4 to park.

For over thirteen years, my family and I have had several boats at Wateree Marina. Before then, we…read morewere transitioning between Lake Wylie Marina, Long Cove Marina, and Terry's Marina for about 20 years. With all of our experience in boating, my family and I can confirm that Wateree Marina has been the best move thus far. Their owner, his wife, and everyone else who works there knows our names. And they all go out of their way to make sure all of our needs are met. (within reason) When our boat needs repair work, which all boats do, their mechanic Randy ensures it is done correctly. For example, I'll never forget one 4th of July several years ago when Jamie, who is the sales person at Wateree, came to pick something up from work. Jamie was already aware that we were camping at the camp ground across the river that week on our vacation. He quickly found us sitting at the dock with our boat that refused to start. Even on his day off, Jamie stopped to help us. He put a new starter in our boat right then and there, just so that we could enjoy our family vacation. The Wateree Marina has consistently been a positive influence in our boating experience, and I can assure that they will provide the same for anyone who comes across the beauty of Lake Wateree. Sincerely, The Kendrick Family.

This is a nice lake but very small. Beautiful scenery. People camp on the banks. This is a nice…read morespot for a Pontoon boat or very small speed boat. Lots of fishing as well.

Great park about 1 hour from Fort Mill. Worth the drive if you want a chill place to launch your…read moreboat/jet skies or a place to camp out and fish for the day. Onsite boat/snack shop and they have a floating fuel pump on the dock.

Being in nature is so exhilarating. Definitely going back. The staff and the grounds were great.read more

Beautiful place with nice walking trails. We enjoyed the kayak rental. Nice playground for children.read more

Fantastic experience. Plenty of shade and clear paths. Clean bathrooms as well. That is always a…read moreplus. Overall a great experience. Get out and get some nature.

This unexpected park is the highlight of Kershaw. There is a recreation center (currently closed…read moredue to the pandemic, July 2020), a swimming pool (also closed), tennis courts and the most amazing playground. Plus a number of walking trails and a rad looking skate park. Yes, this playground is huge. All fenced in to keep little ones from wandering off. Multiple structures to play and to let the imagination roam. As well, climbing frames, swings and slides. All of it on a soft mulch base. Some good shade, too. Lots of parking here. [Review 13657 overall, 976 of 2020, number 613 in South Carolina.]

The playground here is small, but one of the best. My grandsons love it, and we bring them here…read moreoften. It is safe, not in a congested area, and is well-taken care of, which is a real plus.

Ultimate Outsider Review- worth the drive hands down. Super fun elevated boardwalk trail through a…read morebeautifully preserved Carolina Bay. Heads up, you will probably see an alligator or two! Super fun and beautiful hike through SC natural history. The only gripe I have is you may need bug spray.

For those driving along I-95, you could stop at a rest stop, or you could take a detour less than…read more10 minutes off the highway in order to arrive at this picturesque Carolinian wetland. A sign helpfully points out what to do if you have a half an hour or a half a day. I was closer to the former, but the boardwalk out into the blackwater swamp yielded some fantastic sights in the time I had. Despite signage, I did not see any alligators, but neither was I mobbed by insects. A few light splashes more suggestive of frogs and the occasional bird in the distance provided most of the soundtrack. It is definitely a vibe you wouldn't get in any other part of the country. And for those that do have more time, the couple I saw dragging kayaks into the water looked ready for an excellent day as well.

I really loved this place! The huge, unique rock formations were amazing. The kids had so much fun…read moreclimbing, jumping around, and hiding between the rocks. It's also a great spot for a nice trail walk and spending time outdoors with the family.

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.

What a perfect little neighborhood park. My son and I went to retrieve a letterbox (Check out…read moreAtlasQuest.com for info on that) and had a nice stroll on the trails. The Disc Golf course is intriguing to me. It was spots for beginners and advanced players. Was larger than I thought! Looked like lots of fun for a group. There is also a beautiful fishing pond there which had geese when we visited. There are mountain bike trails as well as a playground with a picnic shelter area. Plenty of parking and it looks like a well loved park. Everything was immaculate.

This is a very family friendly park but also great for athletes with a variety of topography to get…read moreyour heart rate up. A lot of benches along the way if you get tired also. I haven't walked the entire length of the greenway but have enjoyed the few times I've visited. I'll be back.

Ultimate Outsider Review- A must see. One of the very last Spider Lilly populations in the state…read more The bloom is to die for and Lillyfest is an absolute blast. This park is chock full of amazing wildlife and sights. The old historic canal is still super well preserved and the hiking trail featured a bald eagle nest with babies when we went. Cannot say enough about the wonderful people who make Landsford Canal special.

I bookmarked this spot for the seasonal spider lillies. After self-paying the admission fee and…read moreparking, the walk along the shore was quite pleasant on a mild day. Despite the river views, it took a half hour or so to get to the spider lillies, which are apparently limited to one particular location. It was hard to see them from shore, made harder by rising waters (the festival the previous day was likely thrown off by rain). I got enough of a glimpse of them to understand where the name comes from. The overall aesthetic of the park offered remnants of a historic canal, and boating and picnicking opportunities. It was a pleasant space, but not at the top of ones I'd want to drive out to and pay for.