PARKS & RECREATION
Lake Norman State Park (Troutman) – 704.528.6350
The park was formed in September, 1962, when Duke Power Company donated 1,328 acres of land on the northeastern shore of Lake Norman for a state park. The park boasts its own 33-acre lake where fishing and boating are enjoyed. And with hiking trails, picnic areas, interpretive programs and campgrounds, there's more to Lake Norman State Park than merely water.
Other parks on Lake Norman include Jetton Park, Ramsey Creek Park, and Blythe Landing. See below for details!
Latta Plantation Nature Center & Preserve (Charlotte)
Latta Plantation Nature Center serves as the gateway to the 1,343 acres of Latta Plantation Nature Preserve and is the source for educational programs and information on the preserve's natural communities, flora, and fauna. The preserve, Mecklenburg County's largest, forms a green peninsula extending into Mountain Island Lake and protects a natural heritage site and several endangered plants. Visit www.LattaPlantation.org for details.
Reedy Creek Nature Center & Preserve (Charlotte)
Reedy Creek Nature Center serves as the gateway to the 727-acre Reedy Creek Nature Preserve and is the source for educational programs and information on the preserve's natural communities, flora, and fauna. The preserve protects the major tributaries of Reedy Creek, a natural heritage site, and areas of cultural significance including the ruins of the Robinson Rockhouse.
Also Make Sure to Visit:
(www.ParkAndRec.com or call 704.896.9808)
- Jetton Park (Cornelius)
- Ramsey Creek Park & Swaney Pointe Dog Park (Cornelius)
- Blythe Landing (Huntersville)
- North Mecklenburg Park (Huntersville)