A true local treasure since 1962, Shrimp Boat at Broad remains…

Shrimp Boat

120 S Broad Street

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Step into Tino’s and you’ll immediately feel the welcoming energy, whether…

Tino's

3204 Union Rd.

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815 Restaurant and Bar in Gastonia, NC, offers a unique dining…

8 Fifteen Restaurant and Bar

815 Bessemer City Rd.

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The Legacy Event Center is a premier venue known for hosting…

Legacy Event Center

207 S Chestnut St.

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A Gastonia Community Recreation Destination

Walker E. Reid III Park offers…

Walker Eq Reid III Park

109 W Second Ave.

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Founded in 1982, Gaston Dance Theatre offers a professional curriculum for…

Gaston Dance Theatre

201 W Franklin Blvd.

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Opening in 2014, churches and groups from all over have called…

Crowders Ridge

130 Camp Rotary Rd.

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The Captain’s Cap in Gastonia, NC, has been a local favorite for…

The Captain's Cap Gastonia

3140 Linwood Rd.

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Separk Mansion

209 W 2nd Avenue

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Discover a slice of Argentina in the heart of Downtown Gastonia…

Elena’s Argentinian Cafe

207 W Main Ave.

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Located on Main Ave. in downtown Gastonia, Downstairs Ice Cream is…

Downstairs Ice Cream

111 E Main Ave.

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Located in the Fuse District of downtown Gastonia, right next to…

Durty Bull Brewing

126 S Trenton St.

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Erwin Park Pool, a traditional aquatic oasis, boasts a spacious 105’…

Erwin Center, Park & Swimming Pool

913 N Pryor St.

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The Wandering Cup expanded to Gastonia in 2024, bringing specialty coffee…

The Wandering Cup Gastonia

121 W Main Ave.

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A Moment in Time Selfie Museum presents a vibrant, interactive photo…

A Moment in Time Selfie Museum

223 W Main Ave.

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Gaston Country Club

3700 Country Club Dr.

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Simple, Delicious, and Fresh

Mic's Kitchen keeps it simple with a…

Mic's Kitchen

141 W Main Ave.

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Discover Your Dream Wedding Venue and Create Unforgettable Events. Every occasion…

Gastonian Halls

181 W Main Ave.

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Step back in time and experience the nostalgia of classic video…

Classic Arcade & Pinball Museum

3210 Union Rd.

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Gardner Acres Private Swim Club is a Private Club in Gastonia,…

Gardner Acres Swim Club

937 Ridgeway Dr.

Crowders Mountain Trail

4611 Linwood Rd, Gastonia, NC, USA

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Natural Surface, Boardwalk, Gravel

Moderate

2.5 miles, One Way

Tower Trail at Crowders Mountain

4611 Linwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA

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Advanced

1.8 miles one way

Quarry Loop at Warlick YMCA

2221 Robinwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA

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Easy, Moderate

1.66-mile circuit

Avon-Catawba Creeks Greenway

1401 Golf Course Dr, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA

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Paved

Easy

4.5 Miles One Way

Highland Rail Trail

200 E Long Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA

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Paved, Gravel

Easy

2.1 Miles One Way

Backside Trail

4611 Linwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA

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Gravel

Advanced

0.50 miles, One Way

Rocktop Trail at Crowders Mountain

4611 Linwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA

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Advanced

1.4 miles one way

Power Loop at Warlick YMCA

2221 Robinwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA

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Easy

1.39-mile circuit

Highland Rail Trail Downtown Sidewalk Connection

200 E Long Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA

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Paved

Easy

3.0 Miles One Way

Nature Trail at Schiele Museum

1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA

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Easy

0.7 mile loop

River Loop at Warlick YMCA

2221 Robinwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA

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Easy

1 mile

Sytz Trail System at Warlick YMCA

2221 Robinwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA

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Natural Surface

Easy

About 4 miles

Rankin Lake Park Trail

1750 Rankin Lake Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA

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Walking, Jogging

Moderate

1.9 miles

Gastonia

Gastonia is the heart of Gaston County, where a vibrant downtown, local shops, restaurants and outdoor adventures come together. Explore the arts and culture scene, catch live music or a sporting event, discover local history, or head outdoors to enjoy nearby trails and greenways. With plenty to see, do and taste, Gastonia makes it easy to connect your crew and experience more of Gaston County.

Where It All Connects: Find Your Kind of Getaway in Gaston County

Escaping the everyday doesn't have to mean choosing between adventure and relaxation, trails and downtowns, history and what's happening now. In Gaston County, you can connect it all, and often in the same day. Just minutes west of Charlotte, across the Catawba River, 13 communities come together around mountains, trails, gardens, museums, local restaurants, historic downtowns and experiences that make Gaston County a place worth exploring. That's what makes Gaston County a p

5 Great Reasons to Make Gaston County Your Labor Day Getaway

If you’ve done the beach and the mountains, and looking for something new, now is the time to try Gaston County. As summer draws to an end Gaston County has some exciting things planned for an incredible Labor Day Weekend. Labor Day Weekend September 4-6, 2026 Bye Bye Butterfly At Daniel Stowe Conservancy At Daniel Stowe Conservancy, Labor Day weekend is your last chance to experience the Butterfly Bungalow in 2026 during Bye Bye, Butterfly, happening Saturday and Sunday with

Summer and Labor Day activities in Gaston County NC

Embrace the Grand Finale of Summer this Labor Day Weekend in Gaston County

Embrace the final rays of summer and make this Labor Day weekend unforgettable by venturing to Gaston County—a hidden gem nestled in the heart of North Carolina. As the season draws to a close, there's no better place to bid farewell to summer than amidst the charm and splendor of Gaston County. Here, you can revel in an array of holiday festivities, bask in the glory of our breathtaking outdoor activities, immerse yourself in our rich culture and history, and savor delectabl

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Shrimp Boat

Tino's

8 Fifteen Restaurant and Bar

Legacy Event Center

Walker Eq Reid III Park

Gaston Dance Theatre

Crowders Ridge

The Captain's Cap Gastonia

Separk Mansion

Elena’s Argentinian Cafe

Downstairs Ice Cream

Durty Bull Brewing

Erwin Center, Park & Swimming Pool

The Wandering Cup Gastonia

A Moment in Time Selfie Museum

Gaston Country Club

Mic's Kitchen

Gastonian Halls

Classic Arcade & Pinball Museum

Gardner Acres Swim Club

Where It All Connects: Find Your Kind of Getaway in Gaston County

5 Great Reasons to Make Gaston County Your Labor Day Getaway

Embrace the Grand Finale of Summer this Labor Day Weekend in Gaston County

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