Bakers Mountain Park

828-324-8461

6680 Bakers Mountain Road - Bakers Mountain Park is located on the highest point of elevation in Catawba County (1780 feet). The park features 189 acres of mature Chestnut Oak forest with nearly 6 miles of trail to explore. You will experience a variety of wildlife and plants that are native to the North Carolina Mountains. Come and explore the beauty and diversity of Catawba County's natural heritage at Bakers Mountain Park.

Winkler Park

828-322-7046

2500 Clement Blvd. NW, Hickory. Picnic shelter with tables & grill, playground equipment, restroom, walking, fitness & nature trail, horseshoe pits.

Glenn Hilton, Jr. Memorial Park

828-322-7046

2000 6th St. NW, Hickory. Picnic shelter with tables and grill, playground equipment, restroom, gazebo, walking, fitness & nature trail, canoe access, horseshoe pits.

River Bend

828-465-8957

Hwy. 16 at River Bend Rd. Designed to preserve the existing natural beauty of the area, the 475-acre scenic park features walking, horseback and riding trails, fishing, rafting, canoeing and wildlife observation decks.
See http://www.co.catawba.nc.us/depts/planning/rivrmain.htm

Southside Park

828-465-7470

South on Hwy. 321, Newton. A 27-acre park featuring: group picnic shelters, amphitheater, concession and restroom facilities, playground area, informal ballfield, sand volleyball court, horseshoe pits, paved parking for 125 cars, open area for informal activities.

South Mountain State Park

704-433-4772

Connelly Springs (18 miles south of Morganton on State Route 1904). The park’s 100,000 acres offer visitors hiking, horseback and bike riding along its mountain trails. It also offers numerous waterfalls and cascades, as well as camping, picnic areas and fishing.
See ils.unc.edu/parkproject/somo.html