Official Visitor`s Guide - Hickory Metro Convention Center
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Official Visitor`s Guide - Hickory Metro Convention Center
hickory 39. IRON THUNDER SALOON 40. ITALY GRILL 41. J & S CAFETERIA 42. JASON’S DELI 43. JIMMY JOHN’S 44. JIN’S BUFFET e x p l o r e . e x p e r i e n c e . e n j o y . official visitors guide greater hickory metro 45. JOSH’S 46. KOBE JAPANESE HOUSE OF STEAK & SEAFOOD 47. LAZY DOG’S SMOKEHOUSE & SALOON 48. LITTLE PIGS 49. LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE 50. MELLOW MUSHROOM 51. NAGANO JAPANESE RESTAURANT 52. O’CHARLEY’S 53. OLDE GERMAN SCHNITZEL HAUS 54. OLDE HICKORY TAP ROOM 55. OLIVE GARDEN ITALIAN REST. 56. OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE 57. PANERA BREAD 58. RANCHO VIEJO 59. RED LOBSTER 60. RUBY TUESDAY 61. SAIGON GARDEN 62. SAKURA JAPANESE CUISINE 63. SALSARITA’S 64. SANTORINI GRILL 65. SHELL’S BAR-B-Q 66. SIDEWALK CAFE 67. SNACK BAR 68. SUE’S GRILL 69. TEXAS ROADHOUSE 70. THAI ORCHID 71. THE OLDE HICKORY STATION 72. TOSAKA 73. TRIPP’S 74. UNTOUCHABLES PIZZA 75. VINTAGE HOUSE RESTAURANT 79. WILD WOK 80. WINDY CITY GRILL 81. YOUSSEF 242 82. ZANDER’S COFFEEHOUSE 83. ZAXBY’S greater hickory metro convention & visitors bureau 78. WILD WOK www.hickorymetro.com 77. WHICH WICH | 800. 509.2444 828.322.1335 | i n f o @ h i c k o r y m e t r o . c o m 19 60- a 1 3 t h a v e . s e | h i c k o r y , n c 28602 76. WASHBURN’S WINGS & MORE greater hickory metro convention & visitors bureau www.hickorymetro.com | 828.322.1335 1. ALMAFI’S PIZZA 20. DAVINCI’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 2. APPLEBEE’S NEIGHBORHOOD 21. DIANE’S DAIRY CENTER 3. ATLANTA BREAD COMPANY 22. DI’LISHI FROZEN YOGURT BAR 4. BACKSTREETS BAR & GRILL 23. DOS AMIGOS 5. BISTRO 127 24. EL PASO 6. BLUE MOON TAVERN 25. EL PASO 7. BOB EVANS RESTAURANT 26. FIVE GUYS BURGERS AND FRIES 8. BOX CAR GRILLE 27. FOUR PEAS IN A POD 9. BUFFALO WILD WINGS 28. FRANKIE’S PIZZA 10. CAFE GOUDA 29. GOLDEN CORRAL 11. CAPTAIN D’S 30. HAM’S RESTAURANT 12. CARRABBA’S ITALIAN GRILL 31. HANNAH’S BAR-B-QUE 13. CHAROLAIS STEAKHOUSE 32. HARBOR INN SEAFOOD 14. CHILI’S 33. HICKORY SMOKEHOUSE BBQ 15. CHIPOTLE 34. HICKORY TAVERN GRILL & RAW BAR 16. CLAREMONT CAFE 35. HIGHLAND AVENUE 17. CRACKER BARREL 36. HOOTERS 18. DAD’S PLACE 37. ICHIBA JAPANESE CUISINE 19. DANTE’S 38. INT’L HOUSE OF PANCAKES Furniture. Well Crafted. 1,000 Premier Furniture Lines 100 Galleries, Stores and Outlets Countless Collections One Stop contents area information. . ................................ 4 accomModations.. ................................... 6 Hotels & Motels. . ........................................................... 6 Bed & Breakfasts. . ......................................................... 8 shopping......................................................... 11 Furniture. . ................................................................... 11 Hickory Furniture Mart. . .................................................. 11 20 Miles of Furniture...................................................... 13 Other Home Furnishings................................................. 14 Pottery & Sculpture....................................................... 15 Retail Shopping............................................................ 15 dining................................................................ 16 Hickory. . ..................................................................... 16 Claremont................................................................... 20 Conover. . .................................................................... 20 Newton.. ..................................................................... 20 arts & culture. . ........................................ 21 Historic Area Attractions. . ............................................... 21 Performing & Cultural Arts. . ............................................. 25 attractions & recreation............ 28 Entertainment & Activities. . ............................................. 28 Wineries & Vineyards..................................................... 30 Public Parks. . ............................................................... 30 Golf........................................................................... 34 map . . ..................................................................... 38 greater hickory metro convention & visitors bureau | 800.509.2444 828.322.1335 | i n f o @ h i c k o r y m e t r o . c o m 1960- a 13 t h a v e . s e | h i c k o r y , n c 28602 www.hickorymetro.com 2220 Hwy 70 SE (I-40, exit 126) Hickory, North Carolina Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm Photography courtesy of Bob Huffman, Carl Moser, Catawba Science Center, Caldwell County Chamber of Commerce, Fanjoy-Labrenz, Hickory Community Theatre, North Carolina Division of Travel & Tourism, Vanguard Furniture, Ken Burns. Every effort has been made to assure the accuracy of the information in this publication. Please contact the Hickory Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau with any additions or www.hickoryfurniture.com 1-800-462-MART (6278) corrections. Reproduction in whole or part without permission of the Hickory Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau is prohibited. Des i gn by Nath an W. Moehlm ann , Goosepen Studi o & Press HICKORY METRO CONVENTION CENTER 828.324.8600 | www.hickoryconventions.com AREA INFORMation VALDESE TOURISM DEPARTMENT 828.879.2126 | www.visitvaldese.com WILSONS CREEK VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER 828.759.0005 | www.friendsofwilsoncreek.org CLIMATE Average Average Average Average Average Average Regional Cities Atlanta, GA Baltimore, MD Chicago, IL Columbus, OH Jacksonville, FL Knoxville, TN Lexington, KY Nashville, TN New York, NY Richmond, VA Tampa, FL Washington DC 74 256 51 150 146 157 97 250 120 164 254 70 262 449 732 420 436 188 359 371 637 299 661 407 Visitor information alexander county chamber of commerce 828.632.8141 | www.alexandercountychamber.com BURKE COUNTY TRAVEL & TOURISM VISITOR CENTER 828.433.6793 | www.discoverburkecounty.com CALDWELL COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 828.726.0616 | www.caldwellcochamber.org CATAWBA COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 828.328.6111 | www.catawbachamber.org For information about hosting your next meeting or event in the Hickory Metro, call the Hickory Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau at 1.800.509.2444, or visit the website at www.hickorymetro.com. AIRPORTS CHARLOTTE DOUGLAS INTERNATIONAL 704.359.4000 | www.charlottedouglasintlairport.com HICKORY REGIONAL 828.323.7408 | www.hickorync.gov PIEDMONT TRIAD (GREENSBORO) 336.665.5666 | www.flyfrompti.com TRANSPORTATION SERVICES CHARLOTTE CHARTER JET 828.324.6510 | www.charlottecharterjet.com BURKE INTERNATIONAL TOURS—CHRISTIAN TOURS 828.465.3900 | www.burkechristiantours.com GREENWAY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION 828.464.9444 | www.mygreenway.org HICKORY HOP AIRPORT SHUTTLE 828.327.2340 | www.hickoryhop.com HICKORY METRO CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU 828.322.1335 or 1-800.509.2444 | www.hickorymetro.com 4 58° F 48° F 87° F 49” 9.6” 74 CONVENTION, MEETING & GROUP SERVICES MILEAGE FROM HICKORY NC & SC Cities Asheville, NC Charleston, SC Charlotte, NC Chapel Hill, NC Columbia, SC Durham, NC Greensboro, NC Greenville, NC Greenville, SC Raleigh, NC Wilmington, NC Winston-Salem, NC Annual Temperature January High Temperature July High Temperature Annual Rainfall Annual Snowfall Relative Humidity 5 accommodations hotels & motels Affordable Suites of America 1225 Fed Ex Drive, Conover t: 828.464.7100 | f: 828.464.4308 www.affordablesuites.com Suites: 43 BAYMONT Inn & SUITES 1120 13th Ave Drive SE, Hickory t: 828.304.0410 | f: 828.304.0411 www.baymontinns.com Rooms: 60 Best Western 1520 13th Ave Drive SE, Hickory t: 828.323.1150 | f: 828.324.8979 www.bestwestern.com Rooms: 119 Budget Inn 484 US Highway 70 SW, Hickory t: 828.322.1740 | f: 828.322.6824 www.budgetinnhickory.com Rooms: 84 Courtyard by Marriott 1946 13th Ave Drive SE, Hickory t: 828.267.2100 | f: 828.267.2450 www.marriott.com/hkycy Rooms: 140 | Suites: 6 Crowne Plaza 1385 Lenoir Rhyne Blvd, Hickory t: 828.323.1000 | f: 828.322.4275 www.crowneplaza.com Rooms: 200 | Suites: 3 6 Days Inn 1710 Fairgrove Church Road, Conover t: 828.465.2378 | f: 828.465.6488 www.daysinn.com | Rooms: 60 DAYS Inn & Suites 1725 13th Ave Drive NW, Hickory t: 828.431.2100 | f: 828.431.2109 www.daysinn.com | Rooms: 100 Suites: 40 Deluxe Inn 325 US Highway 70 SW, Hickory t: 828.328.2111 | f: 828.328.2122 Rooms: 40 Fairfield Inn & Suites 1950 13th Ave Drive SE, Hickory t: 828.431.3000 | f: 828.431.4714 www.marriott.com/hkyfy | Rooms: 108 Hampton Inn 1956 13th Ave Drive SE, Hickory t: 828.624.2000 | f: 828.624.3000 www.hickorync.hamptoninn.com Rooms: 112 | Suites: 9 Holiday Inn Express & Suites 104 10th Street NW, Conover t: 828.465.7070 | f: 828.465.7090 www.hiexpress.com | Rooms: 66 | Suites: 26 Holiday Inn Express at the Mart 2250 US Highway 70 SE, Hickory t: 828.328.2081 | f: 828.328.2085 www.hiexpress.com/hickory-mart | Rooms: 86 La Quinta Inn & Suites 1607 Fairgrove Church Road, Conover t: 828.465.1100 | f: 828.465.3090 http://6343.lq.com | Rooms: 139 | Suites: 26 MOTEL 6 1179 13th Ave Drive SE, Hickory t: 828.323.1140 | f: 828.324.6203 www.motel6.com | Rooms: 86 7 The Inn at Hickory Tate Blv 70 Budget Inn Deluxe Inn 40 To Asheville Ro a d d. kB arn Hig hla nd Ave . Exit 125 Exit 126 CLAREMONT 70 Em m Affordable Suites of America to ar St . Rd Trott House Inn B&B Wireless Internet an ue lC Hi-Speed Internet hu 16 wn Hickory Metro Convention Center/CVB 40 40 CONOVER Exit 123 Exit 133 Exit 132 Exit 130 Exit 128 To Statesville Winston-Salem Exit 135 Fairgrove Ch. Rd. e yn Rh ir- . no vd Le Bl Ro c 321 Gateway Extended Stay Main Ave. Center St. McDonald Pkw y. HICKORY 127 NEWTON Micro/Refridgerator/Kitchenette rc h Rd . Restaurant Smoking Rooms Available Swimming Pool Fitness Center Complimentary Breakfast Pets Allowed Quality Suites 1125 13th Ave Drive SE, Hickory t: 828.323.1211 | f: 828.322.4395 www.qualityinn.com | Suites: 116 Red Roof Inn 1184 Lenoir Rhyne Blvd SE, Hickory t: 828.323.1500 | f: 828.323.1509 www.redroof.com | Rooms: 108 Royal Inn 30 US Highway 70 SW, Hickory t: 828.322.4311 | f: 828.485.1015 | Rooms: 30 Super 8 3054 N. Oxford Street, Claremont t: 828.459.7777 | f: 828.459.1080 www.super8.com | Rooms: 60 | Suites: 8 Bed & Breakfasts The Inn at Hickory 464 7th Street SW, Hickory t: 828.431.4425 www.theinnathickory.com | Rooms: 4 the Lodge at rock barn 3791 Club House Drive NE, Conover t: 828.459.3634 | www.rockbarn.com | Rooms: 5 8 The Peacock Inn & Resort 1670 Southwest Blvd, Newton t: 828.464.5780 | f: 828.464.5781 www.thepeacockinn-newton.com Suites: 5 The Trott House Inn 802 North Main Ave, Newton t: 828.465.0404 | f: 828.465.5753 www.trotthouse.com | Rooms: 4 Suites: 1 9 SHOPPING FURNITURE Hickory Furniture Mart 2220 US Hwy 70 SE | Hickory, NC 28602 www.hickoryfurniture.com | 828.322.3510 | 800.462.6278 For a complete listing of manufacturers, visit us online. 100% Non smoking - Complimentary cooked to order breakfast Complimentary Wi-Fi - All rooms have 32” LCD TV, Microwave, and Refrigerator - Outdoor pool and whirlpool Business Center - Fitness Center - Banquet Facilities Restaurant & Bar La Quinta Inn & Suites hickory/conover 1607 Fairgrove Church Road | Conover, NC 28613 tel : 828.465.1100 | fax : 828.465.3090 | www.LaQuintaHickory.com AMISH OAK & CHERRY 828.261.4776 | www.amishoakandcherry.com AMISH OAK & CHERRY CLEARANCE CENTER 828.261.4776 | www.amishoakandcherry.com BASSETT SHOWCASE GALLERY BY HICKORY PARK 828.322.4440 | www.hickorypark.com BROYHILL FURNITURE SHOWPLACE BY HICKORY PARK 828.322.4440 | www.hickorypark.com century factory outlet 828.256.0003 charleston forge factory outlet 828.855.9310 | www.heritagefurnitureoutlet.com COMFORT ZONE BY HICKORY PARK 828.326.9224 | www.hickorypark.com designmaster factory outlet 828.256.0003 DESIGNING WOMEN (Interior Design Services) 828.234.9789 | www.designingwomenofnc.com DOVETAIL GALLERY BY SOUTHERN STYLE 828.322.7000 | southernstylefinefurniture.com drexel Heritage factory outlet 828.855.9310 | www.heritagefurnitureoutlet.com Quality SuiteS Convention Center is an ideal place to stay, just minutes to Lenoir-Rhyne University and adjacent to Cracker Barrel. Visit us on your way to the mountains or stay with us while attending an Expo at the Hickory Metro Convention Center • Complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffet Meeting Room Available • Free Wireless High-Speed Internet • All One-Room Suites Microwave & Refrigerator • Cable TV with HBO/ESPN • In-Room Coffee Makers, Iron, Clocks, and Ironing Boards • Pet Friendly with non-refundable fee. 1125 13th Ave Dr SE, Hickory, NC 28602 | www.choicehotels.com direct 828.323.1211 | central reservations 800.424.6423 10 FAR EASTERN FURNISHINGS 828.256.9500 | www.fareasternfurnishings.com FLEXSTEEL SIGNATURE GALLERY BY hickory park 828.322.4440 | www.hickorypark.com good’s furniture outlet 828.322.3471 | www.goodshomefurnishings.com 11 GOOD’S HOME FURNISHINGS 828.322.3471 | www.goodshomefurnishings.com SEASONS OUTDOOR & SUNROOM GALLERY BY HICKORY PARK 828.322.9445 www.hickorypark.com HENREDON FACTORY OUTLET 828.322.7111 HERITAGE FURNITURE gallery 828.855.9310 HERITAGE FURNITURE OUTLET 828.855.9310 www.heritagefurnitureoutlet.com HICKORY DESIGNER (Interior Design Services) 828.471.7030 SLEEP TO LIVE GALLERY BY GOOD’S HOME FURNISHINGS 828.322.3471 | www.goodshomefurnishings.com SOUTHERN STYLE FINE FURNITURE 828.322.7000 | www.southernstylefinefurniture.com SOUTHERN STYLE FINE FURNITURE OUTLET 828.322.7000 | www.southernstylefinefurniture.com HICKORY OUTLET CENTER 828.256.0003 THE ATTIC BY HICKORY PARK 828.322.4440 HICKORY PARK FURNITURE GALLERIES 828.322.4440 | www.hickorypark.com HICKORY PARK FURNITURE outlet 828.322.4440 | www.hickorypark.com HICKORY WHITE FACTORY OUTLET by Good’s Home Furnishings 828.322.3471 | www.goodshomefurnishings.com highland house factory outlet 828.256.0003 THE LIGHT PLACE 828.855.9093 | www.thelightplacenc.com THE LION’S DEN INTERIORS 828.431.3034 | www.thelionsdeninteriors.com UNIQUE ORIENTAL RUGS & MORE BY DAVID 828.267.0808 | www.uniqueorientalrugs.net hollin gate factory outlet 828.256.0003 VANGUARD FURNITURE FACTORY OUTLET BY GOOD’S HOME FURNISHINGS 828.322.3471 | www.goodshomefurnishings.com HOOKER FACTORY OUTLET 828.855.2950 www.heritagefurnitureoutlet.com vaughn-bassett gallery by hickory park 828.322.4440 | www.hickorypark.com labarge factory outlet 828.256.0003 wesley hall factory outlet 828.256.0003 LA-Z-BOY comfort studio BY HICKORY PARK 828.322.4440 | www.hickorypark.com ZIBA ORIENTAL furniture and RUGS 828.326.0749 | www.zibarugs.com LEATHER AND MORE 828.324.0668 | www.leatherandmoreinhickory.com Other Services at Hickory Furniture Mart TASTE FULL BEANS COFFEEHOUSE 828.322.9647 WOODEN SPOOL CAFE 828.324.7204 MAITLAND-SMITH FACTORY OUTLET 828.322.7111 MITCHELL GOLD + BOB WILLIAMS FACTORY OUTLET 828.261.0051 NATIONAL HOME FURNISHINGS CENTER 828.324.7110 | [email protected] OLD HICKORY TANNERY GALLERY BY HICKORY PARK 828.322.4440 REFLECTIONS home furnishings 828.327.8485 | www.reflectionsfurniture.com RESOURCE DESIGN 828.322.3161 www.resourcedesignofhickory.com 12 20 MILES OF FURNITURE BERNHARDT OUTLET 4916 Hickory Blvd., Granite Falls 828.313.0795 | www.bernhardt.com BROYHILL OUTLET 4930 Hickory Blvd., Granite Falls 828.396.8388 | www.broyhillfurniture.com CEDAR ROCK HOME FURNISHINGS 3483 Hickory Blvd., Hudson 828.396.2361 | www.cedarrockfurniture.com COFFEY DISCOUNT FURNITURE 4453 Hickory Blvd, Granite Falls 828.396.2900 | www.coffeyfurniturenc.com 13 D. D. SUDDRETH FURNITURE CO. 1257 Norwood St., Lenoir | 828.754.6121 FABRICS & MORE 1046 3rd Ave Dr NW, Hickory 828.396.4260 | www.fabricsandmorenc.com HAMMARY FURNITURE OUTLET 4900 Hickory Blvd., Granite Falls | 828.496.2262 THE HICKORY TREE 831 Old Lenoir Road, Hickory 828.324.1655 | www.hickorytreeconsignment.com HOLIDAY PATIO & WICKER 3650 Hickory Blvd., Hudson 828.313.5178 | www.holidaypationc.com KINCAID/LA-Z-BOY OUTLET 4900 Hickory Blvd., Granite Falls 828.496.2262 | www.kincaidfurniture.com/hickory MACKIE FURNITURE CO. 13 North Main St., Granite Falls 828.396.3313 | www.mackiefurniture.com TARHEEL HOME FURNISHINGS 3351 Hickory Blvd., Hudson | 800.809.0086 828.396.8150 | www.furnitureshoppe.com W. E. SHAW FURNITURE CO. 1258 Hickory Blvd., Lenoir 828.728.7171 | [email protected] POTTERY & SCULPTURE ANDY BRINKLEY STUDIO 2886 Warlicks Church Road, Connelly Springs 828.397.3928 | www.andybrinkleystudio.com OUTLAW POTTERY STUDIO 1447 C Highland Avenue NE, Hickory | 828.896.3288 www.outlawpottery.com HAMILTON WILLIAMS’ POTTERY STUDIO 405 E. Union St., Morganton | 828.874.0190 www.hamiltonwilliamsclayworks.com KIM ELLINGTON POTTERY 7110 W Hwy 10, Vale 704.462.2067 | www.kimellingtonpottery.com RETAIL SHOPPING DOWNTOWN CONOVER 1st Avenue S and 1st Street W www.conovernc.gov DOWNTOWN HICKORY Union Square www.downtownhickory.com OTHER HOME FURNISHINGS DOWNTOWN LENOIR Main Street, West Avenue, and Mulberry Street www.cityoflenoir.com ALMAN’S HOME FURNISHINGS 110 East 1st Street, Newton 828.464.3204 | www.almansfurniture.com DOWNTOWN MORGANTON Union & Sterling Streets www.downtownmorganton.com HICKORY FIREPLACE & PATIO 47 14th Avenue NE, Hickory 828.322.7328 | www.hickoryfireplace.com DOWNTOWN NEWTON Main Street and College Avenue www.newtonnc.gov HICKORY ORIENTAL RUG GALLERY 2019 US Highway 70 SE, Hickory 828.327.7847 | www.hickoryorientalrugs.com HIGHLAND WOODCRAFT 1223 Highland Avenue NE, Hickory | 828.322.1728 HOWARD’S FURNITURE & DECORATING CENTER 5794 US Highway 150 East, Denver | 704.483.2283 www.howardsfurnitureanddecoratingcenter.com LINDY’S FURNITURE | 233 1st Avenue NW, Hickory 828.327.8986 | www.lindysfurniture.com DOWNTOWN TAYLORSVILLE Main Street www.taylorsvillenc.com DOWNTOWN VALDESE Main Street www.visitvaldese.com VALLEY HILLS MALL 1960 US Highway 70 SE, Hickory 828.328.2436 www.valleyhillsmall.com WATSON’S FURNITURE HOUSE 1210 2nd Avenue SW, Hickory 828.322.7930 14 15 DINING Hickory Dining Akito Japanese........................................................828.294.6132 Amos Howards.........................................................828.323.8753 Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar.............828.324.9011 Atlanta Bread Company.......................................828.325.8008 Backstreets Bar & Grill..........................................828.328.6479 Barnes & Noble Café..............................................828.304.4600 Bistro 127....................................................................828.328.3432 Bob Evans Restaurant...........................................828.345.0200 Buffalo Wild Wings................................................828.323.1016 Café Gouda................................................................828.267.1300 Captain D’s................................................................828.328.8005 Captain’s Galley.......................................................828.345.6333 Carolina Bagel Bakery Café................................828.328.6116 Carrabba’s Italian Grill...........................................828.322.9032 Charolais Steakhouse............................................828.328.4597 Chili’s............................................................................828.328.8447 Chipotle Mexican Grill...........................................828.322.5868 Chuck E. Cheese’s...................................................828.328.3694 Cici’s Pizza.................................................................828.345.1444 Cold Stone Creamery............................................828.267.5668 Copperbean Coffee................................................828.324.9000 Cracker Barrel...........................................................828.261.0508 Crescent Moon Café...............................................828.322.1456 Dairy Queen..............................................................828.324.8131 Dante’s Pizza.............................................................828.327.2444 Da Vinci’s Italian Restaurant...............................828.328.6101 Di’lishi Frozen Yogurt Bar....................................828.855.9553 Dos Amigos...............................................................828.323.1915 East Coast Wings....................................................828.323.9464 El Paso.........................................................................828.267.1322 Firehouse Subs.........................................................828.327.8800 Five Guys Burgers & Fries....................................828.855.3235 Four Peas in a Pod..................................................828.267.0202 Frankie’s Pizza..........................................................828.327.7775 Frogurt........................................................................828.855.3949 Geppeto’s Pizza.......................................................828.328.8818 Golden Corral...........................................................828.324.2122 Granny’s Country Kitchen....................................828.855.1659 Groucho’s Deli..........................................................828.304.4545 Ham’s Restaurant....................................................828.855.3900 Hannah’s BBQ South.............................................828.294.4227 Hatch Sandwich Bar...............................................828.322.1196 Hickory Dickory Dock............................................828.322.3625 Hickory Smokehouse BBQ..................................828.328.2300 Hickory Tavern Grill & Raw Bar..........................828.322.2699 16 Highland Avenue Restuarant..............................828.267.9800 Honey Baked Ham Company & Café...............828.326.9850 Hong Kong Café......................................................828.327.8444 Hooters.......................................................................828.324.5700 IHOP.............................................................................828.261.0150 Iron Thunder Saloon & Grill.................................828.322.4523 J & S Cafeteria..........................................................828.326.8926 Jason’s Deli................................................................828.325.4938 Jimmy Johns’............................................................828.578.6044 J. McCroskey’s Irish Pub & Grille.......................828.855.3555 Josh’s...........................................................................828.324.5674 Kobe Japanese & Seafood...................................828.328.5688 Krispy Kreme Doughnut Company..................828.326.9174 Lazy Dog Smokehouse & Saloon......................828.322.3323 Longhorn Steakhouse...........................................828.322.2944 Max’ Mexican Eatery..............................................828.322.6147 Mekvilai Thai Cuisine..............................................828.322.9876 McGuire’s Pub...........................................................828.322.7263 Mellow Mushroom...................................................828.322.8491 Nagano Japanese Restaurant............................828.441.0111 NY Hibachi Buffet...................................................828.328.1001 O’Charley’s.................................................................828.431.4777 Old German Schnitzel Haus................................828.325.0800 Olde Hickory Tap Room.......................................828.322.1965 Olde Hickory Station.............................................828.322.2356 Olive Garden Italian Restaurant.........................828.345.1015 Outback Steakhouse..............................................828.328.6283 Panera Bread............................................................828.327.7928 PDQ..............................................................................828.475.0281 Post Office Barbecue............................................828.322.3065 Quizno’s......................................................................828.267.2000 Rancho Viejo.............................................................828.328.3600 Red Lobster...............................................................828.327.6113 Ruby Tuesday...........................................................828.267.2981 Sakura Japanese Cuisine......................................828.256.2277 Salsarita’s Fresh Cantina......................................828.304.2485 Santorini Grill............................................................828.855.1997 Shell’s BAR-B-Q.......................................................828.256.2275 Snack Bar...................................................................828.322.5432 Starbucks...................................................................828.322.8019 Sub Station II............................................................828.324.5306 Subway........................................................................828.324.5003 17 HICKORY Hickory’s Newest Hotel Hickory’s only full service hotel 1385 Lenoir-rhyne boulevard | hickory, Nc 28602 tel: 828.323.1000 | fax: 828.322.4275 www.Crowneplaza.com/hickoryNC Ask about our furniture shoppers rate. 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Deluxe Continental Breakfast • Refrigerators/Microwaves High Speed Internet • 32” Flat Screen TVs • Coffee Makers 1520 13th Avenue Drive SE | Hickory, NC 28602 tel: 828.323.1150 | fax: 828.324.8979 www.bestwestern.com 18 19 Sweet Frog................................................................828.855.9778 Taste Full Beans Coffeehouse............................828.325.0108 Texas Roadhouse....................................................828.325.9815 Thai Orchid................................................................828.267.2746 The Wooden Spool Café (Inside Hickory Furniture Mart).....................828.324.7204 Tony’s Pizza...............................................................828.327.6636 Tripps...........................................................................828.324.4400 Udderly Delicious Ice Cream..............................828.324.9130 Umi Japanese Restaurant....................................828.322.5511 Village Inn Pizza Parlor.........................................828.322.2929 The Vintage House Restaurant..........................828.324.1210 Waffle House............................................................828.327.0958 Which Wich...............................................................828.324.9424 Wild Wok Asian Bistro..........................................828.322.1115 Windy City Grill........................................................828.322.1131 Youssef 242...............................................................828.324.2005 Zaxby’s........................................................................828.324.2210 Claremont Dining Boxcar Grille..............................................................828.459.9287 Claremont Café........................................................828.459.2190 Hannah’s Bar-B-Que..............................................828.459.9889 Marely’s Pizza...........................................................828.459.7799 Conover Dining Amalfi’s Pizza............................................................828.464.0807 Bubba’s Diner...........................................................828.465.0092 Dos Amigos...............................................................828.466.1920 El Paso.........................................................................828.466.0006 Harbor Inn Seafood................................................828.465.6641 Meedos Family Italian Restaurant.....................828.466.1446 Jin’s Buffet.................................................................828.695.8233 Nagano Japanese Restaurant............................828.466.7770 Sue’s Grill....................................................................828.459.1111 Saigon Garden..........................................................828.465.3663 Sidewalk Café...........................................................828.465.1101 Untouchables Pizza................................................828.695.9797 Waffle House............................................................828.466.0068 Washburn’s Wings..................................................704.325.3353 Newton Dining Blue Moon Tavern....................................................828.465.6900 Callahan’s Cafe.........................................................828.465.0059 Diane’s Dairy Center..............................................828.464.8460 Geppeto’s Pizza.......................................................828.464.6293 Little Pigs...................................................................828.464.6293 Tosaka..........................................................................828.465.9977 Zander’s Coffeehouse...........................................828.465.4004 20 ARTS & CULTURE Historic Area Attractions BALLS CREEK CAMPGROUND 2100 Buffalo Shoals Road, Catawba www.ballscreekcampground.org Constructed in 1853, the campground and its many “tents” are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Campmeeting takes place in mid August. BUNKER HILL COVERED BRIDGE Old US Highway 70, Claremont 828.465.0383 | www.catawbahistory. org Built in 1894, one of only two remaining original covered bridges in the state, and a National Civil Engineering Landmark as the only remaining example in the world of General Herman Haupt’s truss design. CATAWBA COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION 30 North College Avenue, Newton 828.465.0383 | www.catawbahistory.org Preserves several historic sites, sponsors educational programs, maintains extensive archives, and publishes historical texts pertinent to the area’s rich history. CATAWBA COUNTY MUSEUM OF HISTORY 30 North College Avenue, on the square, Newton 828.465.0383 www.catawbahistory.org Permanent exhibits in the adaptively reused 1924 courthouse include a rare British Revolution-era red coat, a 1930s racing car, and fine collections of locally crafted historical furniture and pottery. CATAWBA VALLEY FURNITURE MUSEUM Hickory Furniture Mart | 2220 US Highway 70 SE, Hickory 800.462.6278 | www.hickoryfurniture.com Trace the roots of the furniture industry in Catawba 21 Valley. Tour the authentic reproduction of an early Catawba woodworking shop and see the collection of vintage tools and furnishings. CALDWELL HERITAGE MUSEUM 112 Vaiden St. SW, Lenoir | 828.758.4004 www.caldwellheritagemuseum.org Dedicated to preserving and presenting the history of Caldwell County, North Carolina, primarily through two dozen permanent exhibits and rotating special exhibits. FIREFIGHTERS MUSEUM OF CATAWBA COUNTY 3957 Herman Sipe Road, Conover | 828.466.0911 www.catawbacountync.gov/Fire/ffm.asp Equipment and photos dating back to the 1900s, an exhibit hall and six fire trucks (including a 1986 American LaFrance pumper). Open Saturday & Sunday only. FORT DEFIANCE 1792 Fort Defiance Drive, Lenoir 828.758.1671 | www.fortdefiancenc.org A historic restoration of the 18th Century home of General William Lenoir. Open April through October; tour and group picnics are available. HARPER HOUSE–HICKORY HISTORY CENTER 310 North Center Street, Hickory 828.324.7294 | 828.465.0383 www.catawbahistory.org The Harper House boats the finest original Queen Anne interior styling in the state and welcomes visitors as a house museum, interpreting Hickory history through the numerous significant families who lived there and Victorian life in the South, circa 1887, the date of the house’s construction. HISTORIC NEWTON WALKING TOUR Main Avenue, Newton | 828.695.4266 | www.newtonnc.gov Take a self-guided journey through the Newton North Main Avenue historic district, with 100 historically significant buildings including two churches and one school adaptively reused as an administrative building and a civic performance place. houk’s chapel 1741 9th St NW, Hickory 828.322.4731 | www.hickorylandmarks.org Reflecting a distinct German architectural style, the chapel – Hickory’s oldest house of worship – was built in 1893 by the Methodist Episcopal Church South and has housed over the years various denominations, including Lutheran and Baptist. Guided tours by appointment. MAPLE GROVE 542 2nd Street NE, Hwy 127 N, Hickory 828.322.4731 www.hickorylandmarks.org Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Maple Grove is a restored Italinate-style house built in 1883. This is a self-guided tour. MURRAY’S MILL 1489 Murray’s Mill Road, Catawba 828.465.0383 or 828.241.4299 www.catawbahistory.org This historic district includes the 1913 mill, 1890s Murray & Minges General Store, 1880s wheathouse with exhibit gallery, and the 1913 John Murray House. HICKORY LANDMARKS SOCIETY 542 2nd Street NE, Hickory 828.322.4731 | www.hickorylandmarks.org Promoting cultural awareness of architecture in the community, while preserving historic sites and neighborhoods, the Landmarks Society’s restored structures are open to the public. Also holds an annual home and garden tour. OLD BURKE COUNTY COURTHOUSE and heritage museum Courthouse Square, Downtown Morganton 828.433.6793 | www.historicburke.org Includes the Historic Burke Foundation office, a permanent exhibit on the courthouse, and changing exhibits on Burke County history. HIDDENITE CENTER 316 Hiddenite Church Road, Hiddenite 828.632.6966 | www.hiddenitecenter.com Located in a turn-of-the century Victorian home, visitors can step back in time to a by-gone era and see a doll collection from 1800s, native gems and minerals, and an art gallery. OLD ROCK SCHOOL Main Street, Valdese | 828.879.2129 | www.visitvaldese.com Located in Historic Valdese, this completely renovated auditorium has showcased some outstanding musical performances ranging from bluegrass to classical. Also features two art galleries exhibiting regional and local artists. 22 23 OLD ST. PAUL’S LUTHERaN CHURCH 2035 Old Conover-Startown Road, Newton | 828.464.9786 www.oldstpaulslutheran.org This weather-boarded, twostory log church was built in 1757 and remains one of the oldest existing churches in North Carolina. Open to the public for Sunday afternoon tours April through October. PROPST HOUSE 547 6th Street NW, Hickory 828.322.4731 | www. hickorylandmarks.org The J. Summie Propst house, built between 1881 and 1883, is the only example of the Second Empire style in Hickory. The focal point of the house is the three-stage central tower with its own mansard roof and sawn work fan ornamentation. The remarkably intact interior of the Propst house is adorned with a variety of turned and carved ornamentation, as well as simple mantels and doors and window surrounds on the second floor. Open on Thursday and Sunday afternoons. States Senator Sam J. Ervin, Jr., a native of Morganton. Includes his Washington desk, objects related to Watergate, including his famous gavel, and an exact recreation of his home library, SOUTHEASTERN NARROW GAUGE & SHORTLINE MUSEUM 1123 North Main Ave., Newton 828.464.3930 | www.newtondepot.com At the restored 1924 Newton depot, see close-up views of restored train engines and railcars that celebrate Southeastern railroad history. WALDENSIAN MUSEUM 208 Rodoret Street SE, Valdese 828.874.1111 | www.waldensianpresbyterian.org Explore the history of the Waldensians and the story of their settlement in Burke County’s town of Valdese in one of the state’s top 10 museums according to Our State Magazine. WALDENSIAN TRAIL OF FAITH 401 Church Street NW, Valdese | 828.874.1893 or 800.635.4778 | www.trailoffaith.com Explore a stone fortress and secret cave as the Waldensian history unfolds, including tours of several historical structures. PERFORMING & CULTURAL ARTS BURKE ARTS COUNCIL & GALLERY 115 Meeting Street, Morganton, 28655 828.433.7282 | www.burkearts.org The Council organizes and sponsors art exhibits, arts and cultural programming and placement of professional artists in public schools for a one-week residency. QUAKER MEADOWS 119 St. Mary’s Church Road, Morganton 828.437.4104 | www.historicburke.org Built in 1812 by Captain Charles McDowell, Jr., this historic home has been restored and is open for visitors. Owned and operated by Historic Burke Foundation, it is an outstanding example of vernacular federal style architecture and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. SENATOR SAM J. ERVIN, JR. LIBRARY 1001 Burkemont Avenue, Morganton 828.448.6195 | www.samervinlibrary.org This special library contains the 7,500-item personal collection and family memorabilia of the late United 24 CALDWELL ARTS COUNCIL 601 College Avenue, Lenoir, 28645 828.754.2486 | www.caldwellarts.com Featuring a gallery with changing exhibits, the Council organizes and sponsors a national sculpture competition annually and organizes arts programming throughout the year. CVCC SHOW CHOIR 828.327.7000 | www.cvcc.edu This group performs concerts each year, including a Christmas Concert, a Valentine Dinner Theatre and a Spring Spectacular. Choreographed Broadway, movie musicals and other musical styles are featured. CATAWBA VALLEY PLAYERS 828.327.7000 This group performs several full-length theatrical productions each year. Also offers exposure to all 25 aspects of theatre, including acting, writing, technical, stage building, makeup, costume, music and improv. COMMA 401 South College Street, Morganton, 28655 828.438.5294 | www.commaonline.org National and regional shows, performers and entertainers are showcased on stage at the City of Morganton Municipal Auditorium. The auditorium seats 1,058 people and is fully equipped with up-to-date sound and lighting systems. “FROM THIS DAY FORWARD” 401 Church Street NW, Valdese, 28690 | 828.879.2129 www.oldcolonyplayers.com This historic drama depicts the plight of the Waldensians in the Italian Alps and their eventual arrival and settlement in Valdese in 1893. HICKORY COMMUNITY THEATRE 30 3rd Street NW, Hickory, 28601 828.327.3855 | www.hct.org This group provides quality comedies, musicals and dramas performed in the beautiful Charles E. Jeffers Theatre, and downstairs in the more intimate Firemen’s Kitchen. HICKORY CHORAL SOCIETY 243 3rd Ave NE # 2N, Hickory, 28601 828.322.2210 | www.hickorychoralsociety.org The Hickory Choral Society raised its collective voice for the first time in 1978, touching music lovers in the Catawba Valley with the spirit of song. Today, some 120 singers blend their voices in harmony, brought together by a common devotion to musical excellence. HICKORY MUSEUM OF ART 828.327.8576 | 243 3rd Avenue NE, Hickory, 28601 www.hickorymuseumofart.org Founded in 1944, this is the second-oldest art museum in the state. Enjoy works from the permanent collection, as well as traveling exhibitions, art classes, workshops, tours and lectures. LENOIR-RHYNE UNIVERSITY 625 7th Avenue NE, Hickory, NC, 28601 828.328.7300 | www.lr.edu VISITING WRITERS SERIES – For 25 years the VWS has welcomed diverse voices from across the country and world, including numerous U.S Poet Laureates and Pulitzer-Prize Winners, and organizes annually The Little Read. visitingwriters.lr.edu SUMMER THEATRE – Performances in late July and early August at the Belk Centrum each year include dramas, comedies, and musicals. PERFORMING ARTS – Lenoir-Rhyne offers a concert series, art exhibits, lectures, and a cinematheque film series open to the public. LENOIR-RHYNE PLAYMAKERS – The Playmakers offers a main stage production in November and April, and a February presentation alternating yearly between children’s theatre and a student showcase event. THE GREEN ROOM COMMUNITY THEATRE The Old Post Office Play House | 10 S. Main Avenue, Newton, 28658 | 828.464.6183 | www.the-green-room.org Performing in the old post office playhouse, this award-winning community theater features a season of musicals, comedies, dramas, and children’s plays. UNITED ARTS COUNCIL OF CATAWBA COUNTY 231 3rd Avenue NE, Hickory, 28601 | 828.324.4906 www.artscatawba.org The Council develops and advances the cultural life of Catawba County through theatre and performing arts, museums and science centers, as well as historical preservation. WESTERN PIEDMONT SYMPHONY 243 3rd Avenue NE, Ste. 1-N, Hickory, 28601 828.324.8603 | www.wpsymphony.org The professional orchestra presents an annual season of top-notch symphonic music featuring guest artists who are stars of classical music. J. E. BROYHILL CIVIC CENTER 828.726.2407 | 1913 Hickory Boulevard SE, Lenoir, 28645 www.broyhillcenter.com Located in Lenoir, this civic center, which is operated under the auspices of Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute, features a 1,000-seat auditorium with state-of-the-art lighting and sound systems, as well as conference and banquet facilities. 26 27 ATTRACTIONS & RECREATION ENTERTAINMENT & ACTIVITIES AMF COLONIAL LANES 1951 US Highway 70 SE, Hickory, 28602 828.327.2695 | www.amf.com Enjoy bowling, an arcade, food, and fun with the entire family. BO’S FAMILY FUN 1115 Blowing Rock Blvd, Lenoir, 28645 828.754.9000 | www.bosfamilyfun.com Bowl on one of 16 traditional Brunswick bowling lanes or enjoy the 4,500 square foot state-of-the-art arcade. Take on the ultimate multi-level laser tag and the spin zone bumper cars before heading outside to the 18-hole golf challenge. BUFFALO BEAL’S ANIMAL PARK 3259 Water Plant Road, Maiden, 28650 828.428.4388 | www.buffalobeals.com Encounter elk, antelope, camel, ostrich, muatijak, blackbuck, kangaroos and many other exotic and domestic animals at this 40-acre animal park. CARMIKE CINEMA 14 2000 Catawba Valley Blvd SE, Hickory, 28603 | 828.304.0089 www.carmike.com Choose from one of fourteen theaters, four with stadium seating, six with Dolby Digital Surround and six with DT5 Sound. CATAWBA SCIENCE CENTER 243 3rd Avenue NE, Hickory, 28601 828.322.8169 www.catawbasicience.org Changing lives and inspiring learning through science and wonder. Permanent exhibit areas explore Physical, Natural and Earth sciences, while interactive traveling exhibits rotate throughout the year. Freshwater and saltwater aquarium exhibits – featuring North Carolina’s only marine touch pool with LIVE sharks and stingrays – offer exciting hands-on learning experiences in immersive habitats. 28 CHUCK E. CHEESE’S 2032 Catawba Valley Boulevard, Hickory, 28602 828.328.3694 | www.chuckecheese.com Always a hit with the youngsters, this restaurant and entertainment center features musical and comic entertainment by life-size, computer-controlled robotic characters, family-oriented games, rides and arcadestyle activities. HICKORY CRAWDADS 2500 Clement Boulevard NW, Hickory, 28601 | 828.322.3000 www.hickorycrawdads.com This Class “A” affiliate of the Texas Rangers excites over 187,555 fans during 70 thrilling home games. Regular season runs April–August, with a playoff series following. HICKORY DICKORY DOCK 825 US Highway 70 SE, Hickory 828.322.3625, 28602 | www. hickorydickorydock.net 33,000 square feet of indoor activities for families: bumper cars, soft play, laser tag areas, restaurant, pool tables, mini-golf and more. HICKORY MOTOR SPEEDWAY 3130 US Highway 70 SE, Newton, 28658 828.464.3655 | www.hickorymotorspeedway.com Entertaining motor sports fans since 1950, the track roars into action every Saturday from March to October with the best short track racing around. Experience a ride-along in a race car with the driver of your choice (by appointment only). HIDDENITE GEMS 484 Emerald Hollow Mine Drive, Hiddenite, 28636 828.632.3394 | www.hiddenitegems.com Dig and sluice for emeralds, sapphires and more in their natural state at the Gem Capital of the World. 29 PIN STATION BOWLING & MINI GOLF 525 West A Street, Newton, 28658 | 828.466.2695 Featuring forty-two lanes, an arcade, pool tables, snack bar, two 18-hole miniature golf courses, and a carousel. On Fridays and Saturdays from 11 pm to 2 am, “Cosmic Bowl” features glow-in-the-dark pins and strobe lights. SKATELAND USA 2820 US Highway 70 SE, Newton, 28658 828.322.8824 | skatelandhickory.com This is an Indoor skating rink offering inline roller skating, skate rental, video games and parties. THE BEANSTALK JOURNEY 220 Catawba Meadows Drive, Morganton, 28655 828.430.3440 | www.thebeanstalkjourney.com Imagine being whisked away through a life-size Ewok Village – an exhilarating network of fifteen interconnected islands in the sky. You’ll be transported from one tree house to the next by a series of sky bridges and multiple zip lines. At the center of it all you can challenge your climbing skills on the 32-foot Beanstalk Climbing Tower and right above, on the giant Spider’s Climbing Web. WINERies & VINEYARDS carolina mist winery 126 Mulberry Street NW, Lenoir, 28645 828.754.46606 | www.carolinamistwinery.com CERMINARO VINEYARD 4399 Wilkesboro Blvd, Boomer, 28606 828.754.9306 | www.cerminarovineyard.com GINGER CREEK VINEYARDS 858 John Cline Road, Taylorsville, 28681 | 828.312.4362 LAKE JAMES CELLARS 204 East Main Street (Hwy. 70), Glen Alpine, 28690 828.584.4551 | www.lakejamescellars.com raintree cellars 521 E Highway 70, Hildebran, 28637 828.397.5643 | www.raintreecellars.com silver fork Vineyard & Winery 5000 Patton Road, Morganton, 28655 828.391.8783 | www.silverforkwinery.com six waterpots Winery 4040 James Dr., Hudson, 28638 828.728.5099 | www.tudorhousewine.com 30 WALDENSIAN HERITAGE WINES 4950 Villar Lane NE, Valdese, 28690 828.879.3202 | www.waldensianheritagewines.com WOODMILL WINERY 1350 Woodmill Lane, Vale, 28168 704.276.9911 | www.woodmillwinery.com PUBLIC PARKS The Hickory Metro region features a number of beautiful parks and recreational facilities for your enjoyment. For more information on these parks and others, please call the Hickory Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau at 828.322.1335. BAKERS MOUNTAIN PARK 6680 Bakers Mountain Road, Hickory, 28602 828.324.8461 Bakers Mountain Park, the highest point in Catawba County at 1780 feet, features 189 acres of mature chestnut oak forest with nearly six 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. CATAWBA MEADOWS 701 Sanford Dr., Morganton, 28655 828.438.5350 Park offers greenway access, boating access, baseball complex, pavilion shelter, batting cages, canoe, bike, rafting rental shop. GLENN HILTON, JR. MEMORIAL PARK 2000 6th Street NW, Hickory, 28601 | 828.322.7046 Featuring five picnic shelters with tables and grills, two playgrounds, restrooms, gazebo, lighted and paved walking trail, nature boardwalk, 18-hole disc golf course, canoe launch, horseshoe pits and a memorial garden. 31 HENRY FORK RIVER REGIONAL RECREATIONAL PARK 5677 Sweet Bay Lane, Hickory, 28602 | 828.322.2671 This beautiful park includes a picnic shelter with tables and grills, seven soccer fields, Alpine Tower ropes course, two playgrounds, restrooms, paved walking trail, and canoe launch. THE IVEY ARBORETUM IN CAROLINA PARK 125 3rd Street NE, Hickory, 28601 | 828.323.7500 A collection of over 400 labeled species of native and rare trees and shrubs within a three-acre park. Self-guided and guided tours available. J. E. BROYHILL PARK 509 Ridge Street NW, Lenoir, 28645 | 828.757.2187 The city of Lenoir operates this park located downtown on Ridge Street. It is the site of a nationally recognized outdoor sculpture competition sponsored each year by Caldwell Arts Council. JACOBS FORK PARK 3730 Hwy 10 West, Newton, 28658 | 828.695.4317 This park consists of two softball fields, bleachers, dugouts, a concession building, restrooms, and paved parking lots. JAYCEE PARK 1515 12th Street Drive NW, Hickory, 28601 | 828.322.1989 Features an outdoor basketball court, lighted softball field, playground equipment and restrooms. KIWANIS PARK 805 6th Street SE, Hickory, 28602 | 828.322.7636 This park features two picnic shelters with tables and grills, tennis court, outdoor basketball court, four lighted baseball fields, two playgrounds, horseshoe pits, walking trail, rest rooms and two concession stands. LAKE JAMES STATE PARK 6883 Hwy 126, Nebo, 28761 | 828.584.7728 Hiking, swimming, boating, fishing and picnicking are all available at this 564-acre state park with five miles of shoreline on Lake James. MATHESON PARK 100 Matheson Park Ave., Taylorsville, 28681 | 828.632.2218 Matheson Park is a seven-acre family park with playground equipment, cookout facilities, sheltered eating areas, restrooms, volleyball area, and a walking trail. MCGALLIARD FALLS PARK Church Street, Valdese, 28690 | 828.879.2132 McGalliard Falls Park offers a beautiful waterfall, Grist Mill, group picnic shelter, and playground. 32 RIVER BEND PARK 6700 Hwy 16 N, Conover, 28613 | 828.256.9157 River Bend Park was 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. SOUTH MOUNTAIN STATE PARK 3001 South Mountain Park Ave., Connelly Springs, 28612 828.433.4772 The park’s 16,000 acres offers hiking, horseback, and bike riding along its mountain trails. It also offers numerous waterfalls and cascades, as well as camping, picnic areas, and fishing. SOUTHSIDE PARK 1775 Southwest Blvd., Newton, 28658 | 828.695.4317 A 27-acre park featuring group picnic shelters, amphitheater, concession and restroom facilities, playground area, informal ball field, sand volleyball court, horseshoe pits, one mile walking trail and an open area for activities. 33 STANFORD PARK & HIGHLAND RECREATION CENTER 1451 8th Street Drive NE, Hickory, 28601 | 828.328.3997 The park consists of 25 acres with a three-field adult softball/baseball complex, outdoor skate park & basketball court, picnic shelter, two playgrounds and a paved walking trail. STEELe CREEK PARK 7081 Hwy 181 N, Morganton, 28655 | 828.433.5660 Steel Creek features a cool mountain creek, sandy white beaches, a high diving board, giant waterslide, swimming area, full camping hook ups, putt-putt course, fishing, grill, game room and picnic area. T. H. BROYHILL WALKING PARK 945 Lakewood St SW, Lenoir, 28645 | 828.757.2165 Managed by the Lenoir Parks and Recreation Department, this .43-mile paved walking park is surrounded by an oriental-inspired botanical garden with a lake, waterfowl, trees and flowers. Public restrooms available. TUTTLE educational state forest 3420 Playmore Beach Road, Lenoir, 28645 828.757.5608 Tuttle is a 290-acre forestland managed by the N.C. Division of Forest Resources and the Tuttle Forest Foundation and includes a variety of pines and hardwoods, plus a rolling terrain accessible by a series of trails accented with exhibits and displays which explain the ecology of the forest. Forest rangers conduct classes and guide tours especially created for schoolchildren to learn more about soil, water, wildlife, and timber and forest management. UPPER CATAWBA RIVER CANOE TRAIL 828.464.0405 Trail starts at the Linville Access at Lake James and continues to Lookout Shoals Access near Lookout Shoals Dam. WILSON CREEK NATIONAL WILD & SCENIC RIVER 7805 Brown Mountain Beach Road, Collettsville, 28611 828.759.0005 One of Caldwell County’s most scenic wilderness areas with fast moving mountain streams originating at the base of Grandfather Mountain. Swimming, canoeing, fishing, camping and hiking are available. WINKLER PARK 2500 Clement Blvd NW, Hickory, 28601 | 828.322.7046 Winkler Park has picnic shelters equipped with tables and grills, playground equipment, restroom, nature trails, and horseshoe pits. 34 GOLF BRUSHY MOUNTAIN COUNTRY CLUB 300 Golf Course Lane, Taylorsville, 28681 828.632.4804 www.brushymountaingolf.com The semi-private course, designed by golf architect, William Lewis, Jr. in 1963 is noted as the best golf value in the Piedmont. Players of all skill levels will enjoy the country club amenities at the public course prices. Golf memberships are presently available. catawba springs GOLF course 3820 Wandering Lane NE, Hickory, 28601 | 828.256.2171 A scenic and challenging 27-hole course designed by William Byrd. Combining the Fox Run and Sulphur Springs courses offers a par 72, 6610-yard course from the blue tees. Open to the public Tuesday through Thursday only. Open April 1 through September 1. D. L. TEE GOLF 3005 US Highway 70 SE, Newton, 28658 828.322.1599 | www.dlteegolf.com Open year round & consisting of 25 natural grass hitting stations. Fine tune your stroke at our 5,000 square foot putting green. Work on your short game at our unique chipping complex which includes two sand bunkers & one grass bunker. GLEN OAKS GOLF CLUB 245 Golf Course Road, Maiden, 28650 828.428.2451 | www.glenoaksgolf.com Glen Oaks Golf Club is an 18 hole, semi-private course located in Maiden. Golf is available to everyone, with special programs for seniors, men, ladies, and juniors. Amenities include a pro shop, driving range, snack bar, banquet facility, bar, picnic shelter and pool. GRANADA FARMS 10 River Drive, Granite Falls, 28630 | 828.396.2313 The 18-hole course features 6,761 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. Designed by Tom Jackson, the Granada Farms golf course opened in 1976. 35 HAMPTON HEIGHTS GOLF CLUB 1700 5th Street NE, Hickory, 28601 828.328.5010 | www.hamptonheightsgc.com Hampton Heights Golf Club, a public course opened in 1973, is just a short drive from the shopping and accommodations in Hickory, making it convenient and easy for visitors to the area. Also, features an outdoor put-put course. LENOIR GOLF CLUB 701 Norwood Street SW, Lenoir, 28645 828.754.5093 | www.lenoirgolfclub.com The 18-hole course at the Lenoir Golf Club facility in Lenoir, North Carolina features 6,385 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71. The course rating is 71.3 and it has a slope rating of 125 on Bermuda grass. Designed by Donald J. Ross, ASGCA, the Lenoir golf course opened in 1929. ORCHARD HILLS GOLF CLUB 2515 Connelly Springs Rd, Granite Falls, 28630 | 828.728.3560 The semi-private, 18-hole course features 6,134 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. The course rating is 68.9 and it has a slope rating of 111 on Bermuda grass. Orchard Hills golf course opened in 1963. PINE MOUNTAIN GOLF CLUB 2961 Pine Mountain Dr, Connelly Springs, 28655 | 828.433.4950 The 18-hole course at the Pine Mountain Golf Course facility features 4,949 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 68. The course rating is 62.8 and it has a slope rating of 103 on Blue grass. Designed by Paul Melard, the Pine Mountain golf course opened in 1974. QUAKER MEADOWS GOLF CLUB 826 North Green Street, Morganton, 28655 828.437.2677 | www.qmgolf.com This public 18-hole course is located along the Catawba River in Burke County. Featuring 6,704 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71. The course rating is 69.6 and it has a slope rating of 111. Designed by Russell F. Breedon, the Quaker Meadows golf course opened in 1963. ROCK BARN GOLF & SPA 3791 Clubhouse Dr, Conover, 28613 | 828.459.1125 or 882.459.9279 | www.rockbarn.com With 36 holes of award-winning golf, the Robert Trent Jones, Jr. Course, a recipient for multiple awards and honors is ranked 19th in the state by North Carolina Magazine. This semi-private community also offers casual as well as fine dining, a luxurious, full-service spa, a fitness center, an outdoor swimming complex, 36 a spacious tennis complex and a variety of real estate opportunities. Golf, dining and Spa services are open to the public 7 days a week year-round. Jones course voted “Best New Golf Course in North Carolina” by NCCBI Magazine in 2003. SILVER CREEK PLANTATION 4241 Plantation Dr, Morganton, 28655 828.584.6911 | www.silvercreekplantation.com A championship design by Tom Jackson, one of today’s leading golf architects. The par 72, 18-hole layout has five sets of tees to accommodate and challenge golfers of all skill levels. It includes Bermuda fairways, immaculate bent grass greens, a sophisticated irrigation system and concrete cart paths. Breathtaking views of mountains, ponds and streams enhance the golfing experience. 37
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