Valley Stream North CarolinaCharlotte is a haven for athletes, nature-lovers, and people who just appreciate some fresh air. From state parks to full-service sports facilities, you will find your outdoor adventure in Charlotte!

  1. Crowders Mountain

    2. At Crowders Mountain, the sky’s the limit! Hike, climb, fish, camp, and more! This state park – situated in the beautiful North Carolina wilderness – is an idyllic spot for family bonding and hermetic retreats. For more information about Charlotte camping at Crowders Mountain please visit: www.CrowdersMountain.com.

  2. Freedom Park

    3. Take advantage of the wide open space, recreational areas, courts, and more at Freedom Park. Play soccer, basketball, baseball, or BBQ on an outdoor grill. Toss a ball around with your kids or light off on some of the best hiking trails in Charlotte. For more information about Freedom Park please visit: www.Charmeck.org.


  3. U.S. National Whitewater Center

    4. Charlotte is home to the U.S. National Whitewater Center, an outdoor recreation facility for canoeing, hiking, biking, rafting, climbing, eco trekking, you name it! For more information about hiking trails in Charlotte at the U.S. National Whitewater Center please visit: www.USNWC.org.

  4. Golf

    5. Charlotte has an impressive golf scene. Complete with over a dozen well-groomed, competitive courses, Charlotte is the place to perfect your short game. Home of the PGA Quail Hollow Championship, Charlotte is one of the premier locations on the PGA Tour. For more information about Charlotte golfing please visit: GolfCharlotte.com/.

  5. Carolina Panthers Game

    6. Home of the Carolina Panthers NFL team, Charlotte’s Bank of America Stadium is an open-air, state-of-the-art facility in uptown Charlotte. Take in a Panthers game, take a tour of the stadium, score Panthers merchandise at the team store, and more! For more information about seeing a Carolina Panthers game in Charlotte please visit: www.Panthers.com.

  6. Walking Tours

    7. Lace up your sneakers, hit the town, and take in that fresh air! Charlotte offers a wealth of history that you can explore by foot. Try a guided Charlotte Center City Walking Tour, or if you are up for a solitary adventure, try a self-guided tour of the Queen City.

  7. Camping

    8. Charlotte’s rolling hills and woodsy retreats make the metro area a haven for campers who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. For Charlotte camping, there is none other than McDowell Nature Preserve – which offers 56 campsites on 1108 acres. Nearby Copperhead Island is also a great place to camp, boat, fish, and hike. For more information about McDowell Nature Preserve please visit: www.Charmeck.org.

  8. Hiking

    9. The Charlotte metro area has a lot to offer when it comes to hiking. From the 35 miles of nature preserve trails to the 22 miles of lush greenways, Charlotte has got you covered! For recommended hikes and a map of hiking trails in Charlotte please visit: www.Charmeck.org.

  9. Outdoor Concerts

    10. Live music in Charlotte is where it’s at! From the Summer Pops free concert series to the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater concerts, Charlotte is hopping with good outdoor music for you to enjoy.

  10. Racing

    11. Charlotte is a motorsports hub; many NASCAR drivers base their operations in the Charlotte metro area. Home to many NASCAR offices, Charlotte is where it’s at in terms of auto racing. Take in a race at Lowe’s Motor Speedway and feel the rush of adrenalin that comes with watching a race that really gets your blood pumping.