Gorgeous state park with gorgeous views and trails BUT absolutely NO service. There is WiFi…read moreavailable in the office but they refuse to share the password. Stating it's not for public use. Fine. Whatever. But what if there's an emergency? All the signs just say call the park ranger. Can't do that with no service babe. Otherwise love it

I know most folks think of crowders when thinking of nearby hiking spots near Charlotte, but go…read moreeast instead and you'll happen upon another park with trails and very easy to get to! We got about six and a half miles of hiking from the parking area to the view (3.25 miles). Had our picnic, then headed back. The last half a mile was pretty steep, but the views are worth it. Lots of picnic spots as well as a super clean bathroom at the top. If you don't want to hike to the top, you can get to the visit by car, so super family friendly (multi generational). We only did one trail route, but there are so many loops to keep it interesting. The trail we did was up and down too so a good variety of climbing and downhill.

Straddling Rock Creek, this park is actually Albemarle's first. It was built in the 1930s as part…read moreof the Works Progress Administration. Originally just a pool, athletic field and picnic area, it has expanded over the years and now includes a lighted softball-baseball field, lighted tennis courts, a playground and a one mile walking trail. There is a picnic shelter as well. Great spot for outdoor activities! Lots of parking, it is just off US-52 / NC 24-27. [Review 13920 overall, 1242 of 2020, number 2564 in North Carolina.]

Small park with a walk path on on one side overlooking a stream. Turtles sunbathing together,…read morebeautiful. Playground, picnic tables. Little bridges. Couldn't tell if bathrooms are open or if there are any.

This was my first time visiting this park and I enjoyed myself. It was peaceful and quiet. There…read morewere three separate play areas, picnic areas, a lake, a gazebo, and plenty of parking. After trying to take my children to other parks that were filled to capacity, it was a treat to come here and actually have some breathing room. It was a great visit and I hope to be back soon.

Oakboro Park is absolutely gorgeous. There's plenty of space to roam, disc golf, play, or just…read morechill. The park is safe and beautifully maintained. Hidden jewel.

This is a great playground that is fenced in to keep the little ones from wandering off. They've…read moreset down a great mulch base that is soft for falling on and also avoids making puddles and mud after rain. There is also a large open multiuse field that could be soccer or football or baseball or even a festival. Lots of equipment for playing on, sliding on and climbing on. Several different pieces of equipment including multiple swing sets. Much of the park is in shade and there are benches for adults to supervise. Street parking on three sides. [Review 13918 overall, 1240 of 2020, number 2562 in North Carolina.]

Lots to do at this rural park. 102 acres and some of it remains very nicely wooded for the walking…read moretrails that surround a large lake. There is a very clever swinging bridge that connects both sides of the lake to an island. On the island is a covered picnic shelter. There are several picnic shelters around the park that includes an eighteen-hole disc golf course. The Park also contains a large section of The Falcon Trail, a 2.72-mile trail, that is mostly natural surface, and is a part of the Carolina Thread Trail. I had a great visit. Arrive early in the morning - the lake is like a sheet of glass. [Review 13942 overall, 1264 of 2020, number 2585 in North Carolina.]

Dry no much to do,there. The lake full of algae. At list in this heat in July 99F + you really…read moredon't want to be out there. Couple of shelters, and sport field reserved for county youth teams but like I said, have not maintained much lately .

Located at the intersection of US Highway 52 and Efird Street, Don Montgomery Park / Optimist Park…read moreis currently the primary youth baseball facility in Albemarle, serving as home field for Albemarle Dixie Youth Baseball, Albemarle Babe Ruth Baseball, Albemarle High School Baseball, and the Stanly County American Legion Baseball teams. The park features a full-size lighted baseball field, a youth-size lighted baseball field, and a youth-size unlighted baseball field, in addition to a playground and picnic shelter. The facility is named in memory of Albemarle native Don Montgomery, an NC State University athlete, ex-Major League Baseball player, and decorated military veteran. There is also a plaque honoring the 1940 Junior World Series Champions that lists the names of the players and coaches. There is parking along Efird Street. [Review 13915 overall, 1237 of 2020, number 2559 in North Carolina.]

This clearly was once a park as you can see the remains of a baseball field from the satellite view…read morebut it is now closed and chained off. Stepping past the chain, the park is starting to get overgrown. Perhaps there's a plan for something but for now? Skip it. [Review 13921 overall, 1243 of 2020, number 2565 in North Carolina.]

The heart of downtown Albemarle, the square at the corner of Main and Second is the highest point…read morein the city. It was the site of the original courthouse for Stanly County in the 1800s. Today, it is the symbolic center of the county that houses the town clock that once hung from the Cabarrus Bank building at the intersection of First and Main Streets. There are several benches, a fountain and some shade. It's a good spot for a picnic of takeout from one of the nearby restaurants. Metered parking is nearby. [Review 13919 overall, 1241 of 2020, number 2563 in North Carolina.]