Parks near me in Charlotte, NC

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  1. Freedom Park Lakeside — places near me in Charlotte, NC
    1
    4.9 (300 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park

    1415 Princeton Ave, Charlotte, NC 28209, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    01kk WAF00 11 months ago

    WED 2025.07.16 ~06:05 went OUT for a ~4+ miles walk; CW-Loop Freedom Park, Little Sugar Creek Greenway, and the neighborhood. Freedom Park, the Greenway, and neighborhood were we…

    Ria Robinson a year ago

    It's very peaceful and beautiful scenery. Great place to walk, sit on blankets or grass and view the water, eat, listen to music, walk your dog and enjoy nature.

  2. Freedom Park — places near me in Charlotte, NC
    2
    4.8 (8406 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    A lakeside bandshell anchors this large park, which also has sports fields, a playground & trails.

    1908 East Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28203, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    Vincent Tripi 2 months ago

    My first time visiting Freedom Park. It was a cloudy/cool day and they are in the middle of a pond reconstruction project but this by far a really nice park. A big loop around the…

    Ross Blank 3 months ago

    I've been coming to this park for about 6 years now. Most of the improvements have been positive, but recently they closed off the island for safety. I don't know, after 2020 I ju…

  3. Reedy Creek Nature Preserve — places near me in Charlotte, NC
    3
    4.8 (1468 reviews)

    Park

    Creekside walks & fishing spots in woodland with picnic shelters & ruins of pioneer-era cabins.

    2900 Rocky River Rd, Charlotte, NC 28215, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Jonathan Holmes a month ago

    Beautiful slice of nature. I primarily used the extensive hiking trails. I found the trails to be very well maintained, comfortably wide , and easy to navigate. All of the trails…

    Adamo Riascos 3 months ago

    I can’t believe after visiting this park for so many years that they had so many amenities. I used to take my kids to the soccer fields and basketball courts only. But there is a…

  4. The Green — places near me in Charlotte, NC
    4
    4.8 (208 reviews)
    Open now

    Park

    425 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: Open 24 hours
    • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
    • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
    • Thursday: Open 24 hours
    • Friday: Open 24 hours
    • Saturday: Open 24 hours
    • Sunday: Open 24 hours
    Francisco José Recinos Molina 10 months ago

    The Green in Uptown Charlotte is a charming urban oasis that blends art, nature, and relaxation. This beautifully landscaped 1.5‑acre park is filled with whimsical literary quotes…

    Leilani 4 months ago

    This park is a must-visit for booklovers. So many cute statues and signs, and just an all-around lovely vibe here.

  5. McAlpine Creek Park — places near me in Charlotte, NC
    5
    4.7 (2265 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    114-acre county park with a lake & fishing pier, soccer fields, hiking & bike trails, & a dog park.

    8711 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC 28212, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    Melody Covington 2 months ago

    Love this park , beautiful scenery, peaceful atmosphere this place is good for just about anything ,walking, running or biking i come here to do my daily walks and sometimes some…

    Nikita Tiwari 11 months ago

    McAlpine Creek Park is a beautiful and peaceful place that I would definitely recommend to others. It’s a great spot for walking, running, or just enjoying nature. I saw a lot of…

  6. Hornets Nest Park — places near me in Charlotte, NC
    6
    4.7 (1140 reviews)

    Park Tourist Attraction

    Roomy day park featuring disc golf & a fishing lake, plus a BMX track hosting competitions.

    6301 Beatties Ford Rd, Charlotte, NC 28216, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Austin Evans 8 months ago

    Hornets Nest is looking stunning this time of year! The disc golf course is getting all set up for the Pro Tour Match Play Championship!

    Mark Chaney 3 months ago

    I came to watch the world's best disc golfers play in the Queen City Classic. Good show.

  7. Latta Park — places near me in Charlotte, NC
    7
    4.7 (923 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    32-acre county park with sports facilities, hiking/biking trails, a playground & a picnic shelter.

    601 E Park Ave, Charlotte, NC 28203, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    Tina Burton 5 years ago

    A truly beautiful park, especially in the morning between 8am and 10am. Walking the trail with your dog(s) is a supremely peaceful and quiet experience. I love that they have pet…

    Judy Jones a month ago

    When temps are high, I need to find a shady place to walk my two large, black dogs. I just found this place and it is a hit with all of us. Not too crowded, several options, and c…

  8. Little Sugar Creek Greenway — places near me in Charlotte, NC
    8
    4.7 (517 reviews)
    Open now

    Tourist Attraction

    19 miles of paved hiking & biking paths along Little Sugar Creek, with views & connections to parks.

    1133 Metropolitan Ave, Charlotte, NC 28204, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: Open 24 hours
    • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
    • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
    • Thursday: Open 24 hours
    • Friday: Open 24 hours
    • Saturday: Open 24 hours
    • Sunday: Open 24 hours
    Keith Cotter a month ago

    Went for a long walk with my fiancee and dog this morning, and was super impressed with how lush and expansive the greenery is around the trail, as well as how well-kept and clean…

    Sri Goli a year ago

    This review refers to the Greenway section next to the Atrium healthcare. This last puzzle of the greenway has been under construction for a couple of years finally opened last m…

  9. Elizabeth Park — places near me in Charlotte, NC
    9
    4.7 (223 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park

    A part of the Little Sugar Creek Greenway, with statues, parking & landscaped areas.

    101 N Kings Dr, Charlotte, NC 28204, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 7:30 AM – 10:30 PM
    • Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 10:30 PM
    • Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 10:30 PM
    • Thursday: 7:30 AM – 10:30 PM
    • Friday: 7:30 AM – 10:30 PM
    • Saturday: 7:30 AM – 10:30 PM
    • Sunday: 7:30 AM – 10:30 PM
    Gary Early a month ago

    Shauns Literary Book Club walked 2.9 miles Tuesday June 2nd 2026.

    Mr. Burns a year ago

    I was visiting from out of town and found this park on Google and I’m definitely not mad that I did. This part is wonderful very clean very safe. At least I felt safe lol I would…

  10. Midtown Park — places near me in Charlotte, NC
    10
    4.7 (202 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    Small, scenic park featuring a grassy lawn, public art installations, walkways & benches.

    510 S Kings Dr, Charlotte, NC 28204, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    John 2 months ago

    Small park area which looked clean and well maintained. Safe location close to shopping areas.

    Corey Scott 7 years ago

    This a great park. good for walking, biking or just chilling and maybe taking some pictures. its beautiful and i cant wait to see the acoustic shows they do on thursdays during th…

  11. Romare Bearden Park — places near me in Charlotte, NC
    11
    4.6 (6149 reviews)
    Open now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    This public green space is often host to fitness & cultural arts programs, including live music.

    300 S Church St, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: Open 24 hours
    • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
    • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
    • Thursday: Open 24 hours
    • Friday: Open 24 hours
    • Saturday: Open 24 hours
    • Sunday: Open 24 hours
    Angelo W 2 months ago

    Beautiful grounds. More than ample seating. Excellent location right next to Truist Park. Large field for laying out, football and other sports. Family friendly for the kids but a…

    Alex Kazanski 4 months ago

    Romare Bearden Park is Uptown’s best “reset square”—a place where you can step off the busy streets and instantly feel the pace slow down. ♟️🌳 ​ The waterfall features are the sig…

  12. First Ward Park — places near me in Charlotte, NC
    12
    4.6 (1840 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    Urban 4.6-acre park with fountains around university buildings known for summer music festivals.

    301 E 7th St, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Thursday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Friday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Saturday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Sunday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    Alex Kazanski 4 months ago

    First Ward Park is a strong “positional” play in Uptown—quiet enough to breathe, but central enough that the city stays within reach. ♟️🌳 The park gives you multiple ways to win…

    Ernesto Brett Dennison 6 months ago

    A lot of cool stuff going on here, Jungle gyms and static structures for kids, a concrete area with lots of interesting obstacles for skaters, and a beautiful view of uptown. I li…

  13. Park Road Park — places near me in Charlotte, NC
    13
    4.6 (1748 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park

    This recreational park provides basketball & tennis courts, baseball fields, a playground & paths.

    6220 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC 28210, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    Amanda Reed 2 years ago

    It's nice. It's a really big place. We went to the playground that's at this location. My kid loves it. They have somewhat of a "ninja course" here which is what my child is alway…

    Justin Lammers 7 years ago

    This is really an awesome park! This is my first time here and I made a last second stop after work to get some walking in! Fantastic views, plenty of shade, and great nature set…

  14. Nevin Park — places near me in Charlotte, NC
    14
    4.6 (1435 reviews)

    Park Tourist Attraction

    Expansive area features 7 athletic fields, 3 playgrounds, a seasonal sprayground & disc golf course.

    6000 Statesville Rd, Charlotte, NC 28269, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    MoBess Captures a year ago

    This has got to go on my list of newest favorites when it comes to parks .. There's so much space to cover and so many activities like shuffle board, nature trail walks, dog-frien…

    Kylie a year ago

    Big park with fantastic playground with something for everyone. The whole playground is full of wide ramps. There are regular sit on swings, handicap swings, swings for parents to…

  15. Fourth Ward Park — places near me in Charlotte, NC
    15
    4.6 (469 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    3-acre community park featuring walking paths, decorative fountains & a kids' play structure.

    301 N Poplar St, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    AJ & Ru a month ago

    A place downtown where you can see the skyline and all the beautiful buildings from a close perspective !we took some nice pics as the roads where almost empty for the holidays !…

    Raquel Nuñez a year ago

    Beautiful park in the middle of the tranquil Fourth Ward neighborhood! Although small, this park has a play area, benches, and a paved path to explore. A hidden gem in uptown Cha…

  16. Pearl Street Park — places near me in Charlotte, NC
    16
    4.6 (208 reviews)
    Open now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    1200 Baxter St, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: Open 24 hours
    • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
    • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
    • Thursday: Open 24 hours
    • Friday: Open 24 hours
    • Saturday: Open 24 hours
    • Sunday: Open 24 hours
    Akshat 2 years ago

    Pearl Street Park is a decent park in Charlotte with an important piece of history attached to it. There’s sufficient parking, pickleball courts, and walking trails which are quit…

    Lauren 4 years ago

    soo happy they finished up the construction. It's a great little park with soccer fields, and a little area for the kids! Plenty of room to spread out. Look at this view of the pa…

  17. North Charlotte Park — places near me in Charlotte, NC
    17
    4.6 (28 reviews)

    Park

    Charlotte, NC 28205, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    David French 10 months ago

    Amazing Noda Neighborhood Amazingness

    Kathryn Flowers 4 years ago

    This park is kind of a hidden gem. The only reason I know it's is because my brother lives close by. The huge field is great for kicking around a ball, playing frisbee or just lou…

  18. Frazier Park — places near me in Charlotte, NC
    18
    4.5 (951 reviews)
    Open now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    16-acre park with ballfields, greenway paths & a playground, plus community-garden plots for rent.

    1201 W 4th Street Ext, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: Open 24 hours
    • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
    • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
    • Thursday: Open 24 hours
    • Friday: Open 24 hours
    • Saturday: Open 24 hours
    • Sunday: Open 24 hours
    Francisco José Recinos Molina 11 months ago

    Frazier Park is a hidden gem in Charlotte! Nestled near Uptown, it’s perfect for walking, running, or relaxing with great skyline views. What makes it special is how connected it…

    Alex 8 months ago

    Good dog park for well behaved fur babies big and small. Paved walking trails of you prefer to just walk instead of using the gated area.

  19. Independence Park — places near me in Charlotte, NC
    19
    4.5 (565 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    Public 19-acre park featuring baseball, soccer & tennis areas, plus a wedding rose garden & pond.

    300 Hawthorne Ln, Charlotte, NC 28204, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    Me Udontno 2 months ago

    Very nice. Bathrooms were clean. They have a lot of open areas for playing on the grass. There is a walking path. Dogs are allowed as long as they are kept on a leash and off…

    S. R. Hannibal 6 months ago

    One of the hidden gems in clt. This park has tennis courts, basketball and volleyball courts. Close to restaurants. Clean restrooms. Easy parking. Cute for picnics. Walkable. Ador…

  20. Marshall Park — places near me in Charlotte, NC
    20
    4.4 (565 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    Public green space with a small lake featuring ducks & geese, a fountain & an amphitheater.

    Marshall Park, 800 E 3rd St, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: Closed
    • Tuesday: 5:00 – 8:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 5:00 – 8:00 PM
    • Thursday: 4:00 – 8:00 PM
    • Friday: 4:00 – 8:00 PM
    • Saturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Sunday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    Linus 2 months ago

    Such a cute place to stop by in the afternoon. It has a great view of the skyline and it here is a ton of seating everywhere. It’s very calm and quite a great place for a cute pic…

    Francisco José Recinos Molina 11 months ago

    Peaceful urban escape with skyline views! Marshall Park is a beautiful green space right in Uptown Charlotte. The pond, fountain, and skyline backdrop make it perfect for a quiet…

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