This place was absolutely amazing I could bit believe how…read morebig it really is. The lake is really nice. It is pricy though. There were plenty of boats on the dock that were cool. The gas on the docks in 2024 is $5.99. I can't wait to come back and fish this area one day

This place is huge! And you can choose from a pretty long list of activities: Camping, hiking,…read morepicnicking, mountain biking, boating, etc etc. We only stopped in for a quick hike on the Lakeshore Trail, which I think only scratches the surface of this park. Nicely laid out, with good roads and clean and tidy pullouts with marked trails, but road signs could be a bit clearer. A beautiful spot - or at least what little we saw.

The recreation center was reopened back in January but remains closed right now because of the…read morepandemic. Inside, when it re-reopens, there is a gym with a hardwood floor, kitchens, meeting rooms, classrooms, and game rooms. Outside, the park features a large playground area, covered picnic shelters, walking path and a pickleball court. Of course, the playground is roped off but the rest of the park area is accessible. There is parking. [Review 13196 overall, 513 of 2020.]

Awesome playground. One of the best I've visited w/ my daughter! The lady I spoke to also mentioned…read moresummer programs! I can't wait.

Fantastic wooden playground! My 2 year old loved it. It's all wooden or roped with the exception of…read morethe slides. Bridges, nets, rope climbs throughout! I reallllly appreciate how this playground is designed ie not having multiple cutouts at the very top (so I don't have to worry about my toddler falling). This playground reminds me of the ones I played on way back in the 90s. Lots of parking. Nature center on site. I will be back when in the area!

We were visiting from out of town and needed something for our little ones to do! This playground…read morewas AMAZING! Beautiful area and the playground is 10/10!

Great park. Very clean and there are activities for all ages. They just added pickleball which is…read moremy favorite.

ESC Park has that name because the land was donated by Engineered Sintered Components. Opened in…read moreMay 2013, there are soccer fields and a walking trail. The very large playground includes a shaded bench for the grownups while the little ones are on one of the two climbing frames or the large swing set. Picnic tables and the pavilion can be reserved. There is a good dog park in the shade that is completely fenced in with regulations posted. It's interesting how much sponsorship they have going here. I think that's great. The companies get their name on a sign and the people of Troutman get a great park. [Review 13836 overall, 1158 of 2020, number 2527 in North Carolina.]

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:)

This park is clean new and very cool. They way the playground was created was with the thought os…read morechallenging kids brains and expanding it. So it's a very interactive park with different dimensions and spaces and materials (textures). I saw kids from 1 to 11 there everyone was having fun. The park was full but not crowded and people were respectful. There is no shade at this playground in particular. Right next to it - maybe adjacent- there is a basketball court (shaded) then another space with cool climbing kids park and a very stylish and insta pic swing with a spacious grass area to relax. I recommend and am very happy that there is amolar ground like this in this area.

We really enjoyed our visit to Hope Park. There is a very conveniently located parking lot beside…read morethe play area. Also the playground and splash pad is gated all around. They have two specific play areas. One for toddlers, ages 2-5, and one for bigger kids, 2-12. Most of the toddler play area is covered with the exception of the swings. There is a unisex bathroom with a changing table directly beside the playground area. The playground is walking distance of the YMCA and several athletic fields. The athletic fields have a nice, gravel walking path around them. We had a great time at Hope Park and would love to go back.

Cute little park that's mostly a playground. Within walking distance to YMCA. Safe and springy…read moreground cover. Lots of safe playground equipment for young ones. Some seating and tables for adults to watch. There's some shade but it still gets very hot in the summer. I used to take my grandkids here when they were wee ones. Small parking lot. A large field is across with a walking path around the field.

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.]

This 7.5 acre park features a multipurpose field, two outdoor basketball courts, a picnic shelter,…read moreplayground equipment, and restroom facilities. The park is quite secluded and the picnic shelter can't be easily seen from the parking area. It's also not handicapped accessible. So keep that in mind. [Review 14532 overall, 30 of 2021, number 2773 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.

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!