This was a really nice and easy hike. I did the loop, counter-clockwise so I got the reward of the…read moreobelisk marker near the end. If you just want to see that, walk clockwise. This is a smoothly paved 1.5 mile loop trail that covers the ground where the Battle of Kings Mountain took place on October 7, 1780. Considered by Thomas Jefferson, "The turn of the tide of success" this decisive military battle pitched the Patriot forces, known as the Overmountain Men, against the American loyalist militia that was led by British Major Patric Ferguson. Ferguson was killed in the battle and nearly 700 of the Loyalists were taken prisoner. I would consider this slightly harder than easy as there are some inclines. There are benches and captions and a telephone audio tour along the way, so plenty of opportunities for breaks. The site was designated a National Military Park in 1931 and before that, hosted major commemorative events including a speech by President Herbert Hoovery in 1930. There is a gift shop (of course) with mementoes. They also host a breech-loading rifle demonstration if that's something that interests you. Lots of parking and plenty of shade. [Review 672 of 2025 - 1295 in South Carolina - 24233 overall]

Kings Mountain is located in South Carolina not far south of the North Carolina state line. There…read moreis easy access off I-85 to the small mountain. Although small in the scope of mountain size, it holds a huge place in the history of the country. Kings Mountain was the site of an important battle in the southern campaign of the Revolutionary War. Although I had only one Revolutionary War ancestor from South Carolina, the campaign is particularly interesting for me. It was brutal with those who fought in South Carolina being loyalists & patriots who were previously friends & neighbors. Such was the case with the Battle of King's Mountain, fought on October 7, 1780. Led by British Major Patrick Ferguson the loyalists outnumbered the patriots who were a group of volunteers called the Overmountain Men. The group mustered in Abingdon, VA and crossed the Appalachian mountains on horse & foot, adding to their ranks by individuals along the way, to the battle site in Western South Carolina. They weren't experienced soldiers. But they knew the mountain ways and weren't at all frightening by Ferguson's threats, In the end it was a decisive patriot victory with Ferguson being killed & buried on the mountain. A large tombstone was erected along the path up what is more of a hill than mountain. Thomas Jefferson called the victory "The turn of the tide of success." On the day I visited it was very hot. My Golden Girl & I quickly went through the Visitor's Center to the path up the mountain. I felt as if I were walking the path of history as we trudged the hilly path to the monument at the top of the hill. We stopped at Ferguson's grave, along with that of another who never made it off the mountains. It was our tribute to the Overmountain Men, who saw the need and left their homes for the uncertain future waiting in the form of Tory militias. We owe them such gratitude for the role they played in achieving our country's independence.

History right here in beautiful downtown Fort Mill, SC…read more This is the South, well below the Mason-Dixon Line. This park & the monuments are part of that Southern heritage.

A tasteful park the represents and remembers the history of this area very beautifully. There are…read moreseveral statues and granite/marble installations with engravings and memorials. There's even a giant cannon that some kids are sure to love. Yes, as the name suggests, it is primarily a memory of the South's role in the Civil War. Split by the tracks, there is a gravel lot on the other side next to a more modern memorial of soldiers in more recent wars. Some pillars, bricks and stones feature memorials of locals who served and may have died in the line of duty. The installations are quality on the level you would expect to see in state or even national parks.

I think this is Lancaster's main park as it is quite modern and featured. Despite many things being…read moreclosed for the pandemic, the walking path here is open and available as long as you're socially distancing. The park also features two lighted and two unlighted baseball fields, a cute pond and a permanent structure that offers restrooms and concessions. There is plenty of parking here. [Review 13082 overall, 399 of 2020.]

I Love the Belle Johnson Center in Pineville. They have free open air concerts during the summer…read more We always have a great time. They have a lake to walk around a water park (Sprinklers) for the young kids.

We came here while staying in the neighborhood. It is set up for Pineville residents only. $5 guest…read morepass otherwise. Matt, the director, was very friendly and helpful. My husband and I enjoyed the fitness center which was a large room and very clean and organized. They offer weekly free dance classes. Very active senior community too.

Getting out of the house today and looking for things to do where I can practice my "social…read moredistancing" in the quarantine phase of the Coronavirus situation. There are no public events or games here today but the park is ready for you if you need to get some sunshine. Eight large soccer fields, all of them lighted. A structure with concessions and restrooms and a meeting room. Large playground to keep the other little ones occupied. My favorite part? The 1.1 mile loop around the outer edge of the park. Lots of parking and this place is ready for big events once this nonsense clears up and we can all get back to normal. [Review 13003 overall, 320 of 2020.]

Great place to take kids to play and wooded trails. Close to stores so can make this the kids pit…read morestop.

This large park is bisected by Bearskin Creek and includes the Dickerson Community Center that…read moreoffers after school and summer camp programs. The park has two half-court basketball courts (the surface needs some attention and weed killing), a large softball field in excellent condition, a fenced in group of four tennis courts with spectator bleachers, a disc golf course and a pretty awesome playground setup with benches for the grownups, plus a large picnic shelter with tables and grills. There is ample parking and the park has a good few shady spots for a completely outdoors picnic. [Review 15429 overall, 933 of 2021, number 2977 in North Carolina.]

This nine acre park is in excellent condition and features two lighted baseball/softball fields, a…read morethird unlit 300' baseball/softball fields, outdoor basketball court, playground, restrooms, concession building, and picnic shelter. There are two separate playground areas. Both ads is top notch. First has swingset, climbing frame and a nice soft base. Second has the climbing frame with slide. The area is fenced in to keep the little ones from wandering off. Picnic shelter is large and has two charcoal grills. [Review 13870 overall, 1192 of 2020, number 630 in South Carolina.]

This is an nice greenway in Charlotte in a popular area. They have limited parking, but you are…read morewithin walking distance to a small shopping strip. Be careful to not park in the shopping center as they will tow your car. It's beautiful on portions of the walkway that is very popular so at times it can get crowded. At some parts of the walkway you are in right behind someone's backyard. Your so close you can smell their cooking or their guard dog stops to say hello. They have chairs where people can lounge near the entrance of the greenway. Enjoy!

Lower McAlpine Creek, McMullen Creek, & Four Mile Creek Greenways combine to create a horseshoe…read moreshaped greenway that runs 5.8 miles through south Charlotte, NC and passes under Interstate 485. My step-brother's house borders the Greenway and so I had the pleasure of walking & biking through these greenway trails multiple times on my visit. The greenway connects communities of South Charlotte and borders a very desirable area to live as its a good place to exercise! The pathways of the greenway is primarily paved with wooden boardwalks over creeks and wetlands. A section of the McMullen Creek Greenway on the trail's northwestern end is gravel. The wooden boardwalks can be very slippery when wet and when covered by fall leaves, so definitely be careful when walking, running, or biking in this area. Watch the treetops for great blue herons, warblers, and woodpeckers. Trailside signs point out wildlife and plants that have made the well-shaded waterways their home. Although the trail feels quiet and peaceful, it is easily accessible from the surrounding neighborhoods. The two main parking areas for the trail are 11823 Johnston Road and Vista Grande Court off of Carmel Road. Restrooms are also available at the Johnston Road trailhead. Nearby amenities include the Shops at Piper Glen, McAlpine Elementary School, Toringdon Market Shopping Center and Endhaven Elementary School. The Great Blue Heron is a once rare species is increasing its numbers and has now been taken off the state wildlife watch list. These greenways also host one of the strangest spectacles in nature. Once every 13 years, the emergence of periodical cicadas occurs in the woodlands along the greenways and surrounding neighborhoods. With numbers that can reach into the tens or hundreds of thousands, these unusual insects will only be seen for a few weeks in spring when they burrow out from underground, shed their skins and take to the trees where they will create a deafening chorus that needs to be experienced to be believed.