Outdoor Adventure
Photo Courtesy of Visit Lake Norman at Jetton Park
Experience the scenic beauty, diversity and rich history found on local greenways, trails, and parks. Bring your own boat, canoe or kayak or rent a pontoon for a day of fun on the lake. Boat ramps are available in a number of locations. Swim in the warm waters of Lake Norman. Take a trail ride or visit rehabilitating birds of prey at the nature preserve. Lake Norman has several cycling and pedestrian friendly and accessible areas. Want to fish for small and large mouth bass, stripper, white bass, bluegill, spot, and catfish? Lake Norman has several fishing guides and operators available for private tours, and there are several favorite fishing spots around the lake.Play all day! Lake Norman Sports can mean a variety of things from water skiing, wake boarding, rowing to fishing and sailing, it's a water sports paradise. Mix it up with fishing or skiing on the Lake or tennis or bowling back on the main land! The options are in the eye of the beholder. 
The Lake Norman area is rich in things to do, join in on the fun that fits your schedule. Below are listings for area parks, greenways, bikeways, horesback riding areas, golf, and more.
Quick Links:
| Area Parks | Cornelius Parks, Arts, Recreation & Culture |
| Golf | Davidson Parks & Recreation |
| Hiking & Biking | Huntersville Parks & Recreation |
| Lake Fun & Activities | Mecklenburg County Parks & Recreation |
Area Parks
- 207 Glendale Drive
- Huntersville, NC 28078
- (704) 766-2220
Located on Glendale Drive and Park Lane, this park offers a baseball field, ...more
- 11536 Bailey Road
- Cornelius, NC 28031
- (704) 892-6031
This park offers soccer and ball fields, tennis courts, basketball courts, walking ...more
- 15901 NC Highway 73
- Cornelius, NC 28031
- (704) 896-9808
A Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation property this access site has six boat ...more
- 17005 Davidson-Concord Road
- Huntersville, NC 28078
- (704) 766-2220
Bradford Park is Huntersville’s largest and newest park which sits on 213 acres. ...more
- Highway 115 at Catawba Avenue
- Cornelius, NC 28031
- (704) 892-6031
The Golden Friendship Garden was dedicated by the Golden Friendship Club in memory of ...more
- 21445 Catawba Avenue, PO Box 399
- Cornelius, NC 28031
- (704) 896-6031
Providing Great Parks, Natural Areas and Recreational Experiences.
- 21215 Shearer Road
- Davidson, NC 28036
- (704) 892-7591
A 4-mile trail for bikers, walkers, or runners with diverse terrain that will appeal ...more
- Glen Oak Green Neighborhood
- Cornelius, NC 28031
- (704) 892-6031
Cornelius' newest park located in the heart of the Glenridge, Oakhurst and heritage ...more
- Corner of Greenway and Dallas Drives
- Huntersville, NC 28078
- (704) 766-2220
Greenway Park is a small neighborhood park on the corner of Greenway and Dallas ...more
- Hambright Road
- Huntersville, NC 28078
- (704) 766-2220
This ten acre site houses multiple soccer/football fields varying in sizes. The Town ...more
- 100 Sherwood Drive
- Huntersville, NC 28078
- (704) 766-2220
This newly renovated neighborhood park on Sherwood Drive, next to Huntersville ...more
- 109 South Old Statesville Road
- Huntersville, NC 28078
- (704) 766-2220
This one room center was formerly the North Mecklenburg Branch Library. The room is ...more
- 11720 Verhoeff Drive
- Huntersville, NC 28078
- (704) 766-2220
Huntersville Athletic Park is located on the south end of Huntersville on Verhoeff ...more
- 200 Gilead Road
- Huntersville, NC 28078
- (704) 766-2220
Located on Gilead Road, this joint venture between the Town Huntersville and ...more
- Corner of Main & Maxwell
- Huntersville, NC 28078
- (704) 766-2220
Local Farmers offer fresh goods at this small neighborhood park on selected days ...more
- 19000 Jetton Road
- Cornelius, NC 28031
- (704) 896-9808
This 106 acre lakefront park offers opportunities for the entire family. It includes ...more
- 16000 Jetton Road
- Cornelius, NC 28031
- (704) 896-2460
This park features a beautiful tree lined walking trail and open playing field.
- 159 Inland Sea Lane
- Troutman, NC 28166
- (704) 528-6350
Located just south of Statesville in Iredell County, Lake Norman State Park boasts ...more
- 6211 Sample Road
- Huntersville, NC 28078
- (704) 875-1391
The Natural Place to Be. Amenities include a Nature Center full-service Equestrian ...more
- 21214 Legion Street
- Cornelius, NC 28031
- (704) 892-6031
Legion Park is located in the heart of old town Cornelius and offers a playground, ...more
- 16131 Old Statesville Road
- Huntersville, NC 28078
- (704) 766-2220
Located on the north end of Huntersville on Old Statesville Road this community park ...more
