Got to the park today to take my grandsons fishing and it was closed for repairs. There mom has…read morebeen checking the website for a week now no mention that pier was closed.

My husband recently ran a 5K here and was excited to show me the park. It was my first time and I…read morewas impressed by the cleanliness, plentiful seating and children's playground. This is a nice park to take kids to for something to do. They had signs saying you shouldn't enter the water in certain places, but people seemed to ignore those. Lots of laughs and splashing heard as we walked around. :) They have several restrooms which were pretty clean for the most part also, which was a good thing. Parking is plentiful, but how close you can park depends on how crowded it is. We were initially directed to an overflow lot but just as we got out of the car, some spaces opened up in the main lot so we were able to move. I believe you can also get on a chartered boat here to go on Lake Norman. Nice place, we will return.

This neighborhood park is surrounded by homes and there is street parking but I imagine that just…read moreabout everyone who stops by here is walking from nearby. The park has a paved walkway, a beautiful gazebo with picnic tables inside and a soft-surface playground area for the little ones. The only thing that would make this park perfect would be if it was fenced in, even a short three foot fence to keep the kiddies from wandering off as they can sometimes do. [Review 12642 overall, 2434 of 2019.]

Update to previous review…read more The Condo I live in is 50 feet off of Lake Norman and we have an overweight Pembroke Welsh Corgi who rules the roost. See profile pictures on the same. At various times during his walks he has favorite routes and will let you know if you deviate. He has one set of routes when my wife walk him but if I am on the other end of the leash, he has another. This is his favorite when I have the leash and I must admit, mine also. Nice stroll in a wooded and shaded arbor. Path is well maintained and easy to navigate. Lezi ( the Corgi) and I both like the Park and would recommen to anyonn

Spacious, stunning, clean, accessible, and just a great all around park!…read more Plenty of spots to park at, a beautiful set of paths to choose to explore, and tons of birds greeting you along the walkways!

Robbins Park is not waterfront and is probably a little slower paced than other nearby parks. There…read moreis street parking and the park has homes/condos on one side and a rather busy road on the other. (Don't worry, there's a nice split rail fence.) The park has tennis courts (all of which were in use this late December day), a playground, a large soccer field and a permanent structure with bathrooms. There is a nice paved walking path as well. There are several benches near the playground and it there is a low wall to keep the little ones from walking away. Don't miss the further away spots too - there's a really nice picnic table by the pond. [Review 12645 overall, 2437 of 2019.]

A local hidden gem if you want to get out on the water. Little bit of a walk to get to the launch…read moreand it's muddy so bring good shoes. But... it means it's secluded and not crowded at all. Your own private slice of lake norman with only a few other people to deal with, no huge crowds, or boats chopping up the water. Perfect for kayaking and paddle boarding.

Located near where I-77 crosses over Lake Norman, this large nature preserve features a few walking…read moretrails that will bring you in a loop from Jetton Street down to the lake side. You'll find a few kayak and paddleboard launch spots and several racks of them that are stored here. They are also available for rent from the Town. The preserve is far enough from the highway that you will hear almost no vehicle noise. The trails are quite rough with exposed roots and fallen trees. This is not handicapped accessible. There are a few benches scattered about including some that face the water. That's where I sat with my takeout lunch today to enjoy being near the water. Entrance to the park is at the west side along Jetton Street behind the Davidson Day School. There is absolutely no access from Spinnaker Court. There is free street parking on both sides of the roadway. Always walk with a friend! [Review 13399 overall, 718 of 2020.]

This seven acre park has some street parking but there is more parking (read the sign to confirm)…read moreacross the way at the American Legion hall. The park has a baseball field, batting cage, playground, restrooms, walking trails and a picnic shelter with grill. Lots of shade here and it is a very nice park. [Review 12628 overall, 2420 of 2019.]

Clean. Open. Some shaded areas…read more I don't have children or much need for a park but this park is on one of my running routes. It has a quick "trail" that is shaded and always happily welcomed at that point of my run. I am also a huge fan of kids being outside, playing with their parents or other kids. I know that is ridiculously easy of me to say since I don't have any little gremlins of my own running around; however, after spending over a decade in youth development programming, I love to see kids get messy and smelly. I am always excited to see families enjoying this park in one way or another: lunch under the pavilion, playing on the playground or a game of baseball. The facilities, to me, look to be cared for at all times with green grass, safe equipment and clean bathrooms... I don't really see how you can go wrong here. There is a super tiny parking lot and some okay street parking. I "believe" you are able to park at the legion parking lot across the street. The weather is perfect right now for some park time. Keep the pups at home or keep them on their leash as there isn't a dog area here.

I believe Bailey Road Park is the largest park operated by the city of Cornelius. At more than 66…read moreacres, the large disc golf course gives players plenty of room to toss those frisbees and chase after them throughout. Baseball and softball fields, batting cages, a football field, picnic shelters (reservable!) with grills, restrooms, tennis courts and even a walking track. I had a great visit here and would definitely return. [Review 17306 overall - 3293 in North Carolina - 824 of 2022.]

I giving only 1 star Evaluating on the playgrounds alone. The actual ball fields look awesome as…read moredoes the frisbee golf part. The very very bleak playground more on bailey road is seriously lame-o. The larger playground outback past the tennis courts was likely great 10 years ago but has been very badly neglected. On the up side it is "under renovations". On the downside the town chose July - sept to do the renovations. Seriously, who plans these things. Kids are off for the summer and your closing for the summer. Another bright side is if and when this place does get a facelift it looks like it'll be pretty neat AND best of all big trees line the area so it's nicely shaded. Another note - weird note- the trees that surround the playground has these trees that drop pussy droplets and then clunk - these hard lime colored and sized things start dropping. I'be only lived here a couple years and have no ideas what they are. Weird choice for landscaping by a playground. After some googling I think they are eastern black walnut trees I'll come back this fall and check the renos out and offer an update.

For a small town, Davidson's Parks & Recreation Department does a great job. Parham Park is a great…read moreexample. This small park has a walking trail (it's not paved) with a dozen or so exercise stations plus picnic tables. There are a few racs here for storing canoes and kayaks as the park is on Lake Norman. There are also some picnic tables with grills (in the woods?) and a playground area with swings and climbing equipment. There are no restrooms here. Street parking. [Review 12640 overall, 2432 of 2019.]

Good little spot right along Lake Norman. This has access inside an apartment complex with limited…read morestreet parking. Walking the whole loop is a little less than 0.5 miles. Partially shaded with some bright sunny spots. There are spots to hold kayaks, lots of benches and places to sit, as well as a little work out course throughout the park.

Davidson did a beautiful job designing this small park for the northern edge of town. Just off Hwy…read more 115 sits this little oasis for walking, playing catch, picnicking, or meeting friends with kids at the playground. There is a small loop to walk with some short trails. Nice facilities and a good amount of benches to rest or read. Parking is designated at the entrance. Thanks to the town of Davidson for this new addition! Open dawn til dusk.