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Daniel Stowe Conservancy

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Daniel Stowe Conservancy

6500 S. New Hope Rd.

Belmont

704-825-4490

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Daniel Stowe Conservancy

Your path to nature in Belmont, NC


Daniel Stowe Conservancy is a 380-acre nonprofit nature preserve nestled on the shores of Lake Wylie in Belmont, NC, just 20 miles from Uptown Charlotte. Open to the public seven days a week, the Conservancy serves as a community backyard and gateway to nature—offering gardens, forests, trails, and lakeside experiences designed to inspire exploration and connection. At its heart lies the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, a regional landmark established in 1999 and the Conservancy’s crown jewel. All funding from visitors, members, and donors is reinvested into preserving the land's natural beauty and enhancing outdoor learning and community-building. Daniel Stowe Conservancy invites everyone to discover their own path to nature.

Daniel Stowe Conservancy offers a breathtaking and romantic setting for your wedding, surrounded by lush gardens, sparkling fountains, and elegant indoor spaces. Whether you envision an intimate ceremony among vibrant blooms or a grand celebration in the Orchid Conservatory, this stunning venue provides a timeless and picturesque backdrop for your special day. With serene landscapes, customizable event spaces, and expert staff to bring your vision to life, Daniel Stowe Conservancy is the perfect place to say "I do" in the heart of nature.

Adventure Trail

Adventure Trail

White Garden

White Garden

Canal Garden

Canal Garden

Prairie Castle

Prairie Castle

Four Seasons Garden

Four Seasons Garden

Lost Hollow

Lost Hollow

Trailhead Store

Trailhead Store

Perennial Gardens

Perennial Gardens

Orchid Conservatory

Orchid Conservatory

February 19, 2026

Adult Field Trip: Tropical Life

February 20, 2026

Birding Walks

February 20, 2026

Guided Conservatory Tour

February 21, 2026

Best in Grow: Indoor Plant Show

February 21, 2026

Garden Photography Walk

February 22, 2026

Guided Conservatory Tour

February 26, 2026

Adult Field Trip: Tropical Life

February 27, 2026

Muddy River Rum Tasting

March 6, 2026

Members Only Sustainable Swap: Spring Cleaning

March 7, 2026

Guided Trail Walk

March 7, 2026

Pickin' on the Porch

March 7, 2026

Guided Docent Tours

March 12, 2026

Jazz at the Garden: Inside the Great Hall!

March 14, 2026

Guided Docent Tours

March 14, 2026

Pickin' on the Porch

March 20, 2026

Birding Walks

March 28, 2026

Guided Docent Tours

April 4, 2026

Guided Trail Walk

April 5, 2026

Free Guided Docent Tours

April 7, 2026

Spring Break Camp

April 9, 2026

Spring Break Camp

April 11, 2026

Garden Photography Walk

April 12, 2026

Free Guided Docent Tour

April 18, 2026

Cars + Coffee

April 19, 2026

Free Guided Docent Tours

April 23, 2026

Free Nature Photography Walk

April 26, 2026

The tour itself is free, though non-members must purchase Garden admission to enter.

May 2, 2026

Guided Trail Walk

May 3, 2026

Tours begin in the Garden Pavilion lobby and last approximately one hour. No pre-registration is required—just arrive by 1:30 p.m.

May 9, 2026

Guided Docent Tours

May 15, 2026

Birding Walks

May 17, 2026

Free Guided Docent Tour

May 24, 2026

Free Guided Docent Tours

May 30, 2026

Guided Docent Tours

June 5, 2026

Birding Walks

June 6, 2026

Guided Trail Walk

June 14, 2026

Free Guided Docent Tours

June 20, 2026

Guided Docent Tours

June 27, 2026

Guided Docent Tours

July 4, 2026

Recommended for ages 5 and up.

July 11, 2026

Free Guided Docent Tours

July 19, 2026

Free Guided Docent Tours

July 26, 2026

Free Guided Docent Tour

August 1, 2026

Guided Trail Walk

August 15, 2026

Free Guided Docent Tours

September 5, 2026

Guided Trail Walk

September 19, 2026

Space is limited to 20 participants.

February 19, 2026

Trip to the Tropics

February 20, 2026

An Evening in the Tropics

February 20, 2026

Sprouts at Stowe Series: Snowmen + Snowflakes

February 21, 2026

Guided Conservatory Tour

February 22, 2026

Orchid 101

February 22, 2026

Forest Bathing: Tropical Conservatory

February 27, 2026

Myth Busting: House Plants

February 28, 2026

Plant Sale

March 6, 2026

Birding Walks

March 7, 2026

Farmhouse Spring Opening

March 7, 2026

The Trailhead Store Birthday Bash

March 11, 2026

Learning for Littles

March 14, 2026

Garden Photography Walk

March 14, 2026

Jazz at the Garden: In the Great Hall!

March 15, 2026

Coffee + Crafts: Spring Embossed Banners

March 21, 2026

Guided Docent Tours

April 3, 2026

Birding Walks

April 4, 2026

Guided Docent Tours

April 6, 2026

Spring Break Camps

April 8, 2026

Spring Break Camp

April 10, 2026

Spring Break Camp

April 11, 2026

Guided Docent Tours

April 17, 2026

Birding Walks

April 18, 2026

Guided Docent Tours

April 19, 2026

Coffee + Crafts: Fairy House

April 25, 2026

Guided Docent Tours

May 1, 2026

Birding Walks

May 2, 2026

Guided Docent Tours

May 9, 2026

Garden Photography Walk

May 10, 2026

Space is limited to 20 participants.

May 16, 2026

Guided Docent Tours

May 23, 2026

Guided Docent Tours

May 28, 2026

Free Nature Photography Walk

May 31, 2026

Free Guided Docent Tours

June 6, 2026

Guided Docent Tours

June 13, 2026

Guided Docent Tours

June 19, 2026

Birding Walks

June 21, 2026

Recommended for ages 5 and up.

July 4, 2026

Cars + Coffee

July 5, 2026

Free Guided Docent Tours

July 18, 2026

Recommended for ages 5 and up.

July 25, 2026

Free Guided Docent Tours

August 1, 2026

Free Guided Docent Tours

August 8, 2026

Free Guided Docent Tours

August 29, 2026

Space is limited to 20 participants.

September 12, 2026

Free Guided Docent Tours

September 26, 2026

Free Guided Docent Tours

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