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Tapside Pizza 52 Ervin St. Belmont 704-461-8504 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Duke Kimbrell Trail Seven Oaks Trail - New Hope Trailhead, 6900 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Moderate 3.45 miles, One Way This trail is 3.1 miles and consists of natural and… Expand + Tapside Pizza Tapside Pizza is located inside Primal Brewery in historic downtown Belmont and serves scratch-made, artisan-style pizzas crafted with Italian flour, house-made tomato sauce, and quality ingredients. The menu features classic favorites, creative specialty pizzas, fresh salads, and shareable appetizers, plus build-your-own pizza options. Pair your meal with a craft beer and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere perfect for families, friends, and visitors exploring downtown Belmont. MORE IN: Belmont 01/19 - 01/23 Barefoot Oasis at Camelot Meadows Armstrong Rd. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 The Wilson House N. Central Ave. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Catawba River Antique Mall 406 Catawba St. Learn More

Visit the farms in Gaston County all year long! In spring, step into a strawberry patch. Come summertime, look for vine-ripened tomatoes, homemade salsa, squash and blueberries. Fall is a fun season as pumpkins and corn maizes. Golf Golf in Gaston County will challenge golfers of all levels. Beckoning you with beautiful rolling fairways and incredibly scenic views, our courses offer mountain like terrain. Button Birdie Bay 116 N Main St. Lowell Button The Yard Sports Facility 811 Floyd St. Kings Mountain Button Simulate Golf 4016 E Franklin Blvd Gastonia Button Monster Mini Golf of Gastonia 3924 E Franklin Blvd. Gastonia Button Kings Mountain Country Club 109 Country Club Rd. Kings Mountain Button Woodbridge Golf Course 1007 New Camp Creek Church Rd. Kings Mountain Button Adventure Landing in Gastonia 2600 East Franklin Blvd. Gastonia Button Catawba Creek Golf Course 530 Niblick Dr. Gastonia Button Cherryville Country Club 200 Club Dr. Cherryville Button Cramer Mountain Golf Club 102 Hidden Pastures Dr. Cramerton Button Crowders Mountain Golf Course 255 Lincoln Academy Rd. Kings Mountain Button Hang Time Golf 3119 S New Hope Rd. Gastonia

With over 80 parks within the County, enjoyment of the outdoors is easily obtained anywhere your adventure might lead. Here is a list of the best parks in Gaston County, North Carolina. Parks With over 80 parks within the County, enjoyment of the outdoors is easily obtained anywhere your adventure might lead. A Day In A Park Towns Indian Springs Park Button 1316 Crowders Mountain Rd. Bessemer City Ransom Hunter Park Button 325 W Glendale Ave. Mount Holly Deal Park Button 211 N. Cleveland Ave. Kings Mountain Kevin Millwood Park Button 400 N 8th St. Bessemer City Separk Mansion Button 209 W 2nd Avenue Gastonia Walker Eq Reid III Park Button 109 W Second Ave. Gastonia Bob Bolick Park Button 501 W First St. Lowell Erwin Center, Park & Swimming Pool Button 913 N Pryor St. Gastonia Tryon Park Button 2851 Tryon Courthouse Rd. Bessemer City Bradley Station Dog Park Button 109 W. Second Ave. Gastonia Dean Black Memorial Park Button 103 State St. High Shoals Kings Mountain National Military Park Button 2625 Park Rd. Kings Mountain Jaggers Park Button 424 S Spargo St. Dallas Stinger Park Button 555 Stinger Park Way Bessemer City Cloninger Park Button 305 W Church St. Dallas Centennial Park Button 114 W Virginia Ave. Bessemer City McCord Family Park Button 101 W First St. Lowell Cherryville's Gazebo Mini-Park Button 219 E Main St. Cherryville Harold Rankin Park Button 519 Park Circle Lowell Central Park in Cramerton Button 110 Victory Ln. Cramerton Belmont Skate Park Button 1401 Catawba St. Belmont CaroMont Health Park Button 800 W Franklin Blvd. Gastonia Altitude Trampoline Park Button 3940 E Franklin Blvd. Gastonia North Belmont Park Button 3110 Hickory Grove Rd. Gastonia Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park Button 1400 Catawba St. Belmont Kings Mountain State Park Button 4611 Linwood Rd. Kings Mountain Legacy Park Button 163 Main St. McAdenville Lineberger Park Button 632 E Garrison Blvd. Gastonia Martha Rivers Park Button 1515 Neal Hawkins Rd. Gastonia Mountain Island Park in Mount Holly Button 400 Mountain Island Rd. Mount Holly Patriots Park in Kings Mountain Button 220 S Railroad Ave. Kings Mountain Phillips Center and Park Button 2031 Echo Ln. Gastonia Rankin Lake Park Button 1750 Rankin Lake Rd. Gastonia Ranlo Park Button 1624 Spencer Mountain Rd Ranlo River Street Park in Mount Holly Button 330 North River St. Mount Holly Riverside Park in Cramerton Button 75 Riverside Dr. Cramerton Robert H Ballard Park Button 101 S. Rudisill Ave. Cherryville Rocky Branch Park Button 103 Sacco St. Belmont Sims Legion Park Button 1001 N Marietta St. Gastonia South Fork Park in Gastonia Button 4185 Mountain View St. Gastonia Stowe Park in Belmont Button 24 S Main St. Belmont T Jeffers Center and Park Button 121 N Hartman St. Gastonia Tuckaseege Park Button 165 Broome St. Mount Holly Westgate Park Button 1109 W. Carroll St. Cherryville Aaron Moss Park Button 604 North Pink St. Cherryville Andy Hovis Skate Park Button 202 E First St. Cherryville Ben Black Park Button 1007 Ranbar St. Cherryville Bessemer City Park & Pool Button 220 S 14th St. Bessemer City Bradley Center and Park Button 1200 Modena St. Gastonia Crowders Mountain State Park Button 522 Park Office Ln. Kings Mountain Dallas Park Button 1303 Dallas-Cherryville Hwy. Dallas Davis Park Button 204 Park Dr. Belmont Ferguson Park Button 109 W Second Ave. Gastonia George Poston Park Button 1101 Lowell-Spencer Mountain Rd. Lowell Goat Island Park Button 141 8th Ave. Cramerton Harper Park Button 301 Blacksnake Rd. Stanley J Ralph Beam Jr Heritage Park Button 102 S Jacob St. Cherryville

Visit the farms in Gaston County all year long! In spring, step into a strawberry patch. Come summertime, look for vine-ripened tomatoes, homemade salsa, squash and blueberries. Fall is a fun season as pumpkins and corn maizes. See What's Growing Visit Our Farms In spring, step into a strawberry patch and pick ripe, juicy berries. Come summertime, look for vine-ripened tomatoes, homemade salsa, squash and blueberries. Fall is a fun season as pumpkins turn bright orange and farmers gather the last produce before frost. For an extra treat, find a farm that offers hayrides and corn mazes. Farms & Farmer's Markets

The Ridgeline Craft Beverage Trail is a trail of breweries, wineries & distilleries located in both Cleveland and Gaston County, North Carolina where visitors can tour and taste crafted bevergaes. The Ridgeline Craft Beverage Trail The Ridgeline Craft Beverage Trail features breweries, distilleries, and wineries in Gaston, Lincoln, and Cleveland Counties. Each has a unique feel and culture, and experiencing together creates a great weekend getaway. Hop on the Trail Make sure to check operating hours as well as the schedule of events at each location when planning your itinerary. Newgrass Brewing Co 213 S Lafayette St, Shelby, NC, USA We love craft beer and hope you do too. Newgrass Brewing Co. provides a variety of exceptional brews in a casual family family-friendly setting where good… Expand + Learn More WoodMill Winery 1350 Woodmill Winery Ln, Vale, NC 28168, USA Nestled in the rolling foothills of the Southern Appalachian Mountains, WoodMill Winery is a destination filled with natural beauty, tranquility, and the charm of Vale, North… Expand + Learn More Jekyll and Hyde 10 Catawba St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA Jekyll & Hyde Taphouse & Grill is a steampunk-inspired gastropub and brewery where creativity meets flavor. Guests can enjoy a large selection of freshly brewed beers,… Expand + Learn More Honeycomb Cafe in Belmont 31 N Main St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA Heirloom Restaurants brings you Honeycomb Café ! A locally sourced and inspired breakfast spot located in downtown Belmont. Learn More Southern Artisan Spirits 1033 York Rd, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA Located in Kings Mountain, Southern Artisan Spirits is dedicated to the revitalization of the lost art of craft distillation. , with a gorgeous view of the surrounding… Expand + Learn More Baker Buffalo Creek Winery 3521 Fallston-Waco Rd, Lawndale, NC 28090, USA Baker Buffalo Creek Vineyard is located in Fallston, NC. The vineyard is planted in the fertile soil of the rolling hills in Cleveland County. The vineyard… Expand + Learn More Traust Brewing 128 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USA Located in Mount Holly, North Carolina, Traust Brewing Company is a laid-back brewpub offering unique and familiar brews made on-site, elevated pub fare, and a full… Expand + Learn More Durty Bull Brewing 126 S Trenton St, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA Located in the Fuse District of downtown Gastonia, right next to CaroMont Health Ballpark, Durty Bull Brewing offers a large outdoor area perfect for hanging out… Expand + Learn More Keepsake Brewery 211 Columbia Street, Gastonia, NC, USA Keepsake is a small family brewery located in Gastonia, North Carolina. It is owned and operated by a couple, alongside their Catahoula leopard dog, who serves… Expand + Learn More Primal Brewery 52 Ervin St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA Primal Brewery is a craft beer brewery in Belmont, NC, dedicated to brewing fresh, locally sourced beers. Enjoy Year-Round, Seasonal, Limited Release, and Barrel-Aged beers on… Expand + Learn More Muddy River Distillery 250 North Main Street, Mount Holly, NC, USA Muddy River Distillery has transformed the historic 1875 Mount Holly Cotton Mill into a lively distillery, cocktail bar, and event space along Dutchman's Creek. After extensive… Expand + Learn More Veronét Vineyards And Winery 1549 Ike Brooks Dr, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA This 70-acre estate includes six acres of vineyards and a winery offering a variety of spaces that can be transformed to suit your event needs. These… Expand + Learn More

SHOPPING E IN GASTON COUNTY, NC Check out the unique shopping in Gaston County including antique shops, boutiques and gift shops located along our historic main streets. Let us show you howshopping take center stage in Gaston County. Shopping Great Gifts SHOP Farmers Markets EXPLORE Unique Antiques DISCOVER Town Catawba River Antique Mall 406 Catawba St. Read More Parsifal Books and Coffee 106 E 1st St. Read More Bonico 121 Main St. Read More Hendricks Laser Works 116 E Main St. Read More Noble Artistry 215 E Main St. Read More Bedazzled Bridal and Formal 605 S New Hope Rd. Read More Poffie Girls 512 S New Hope Rd. Read More Throw The Day Away 119 N Main St. Read More Matchmade 123 N Main St. Read More Cool Beans Cat Cafe 176 S Chester St. Read More Flossy's Antiques 210 S Piedmont Ave. Read More 139 Clothing 110 W Mountain St Read More Carolina Cotton Company 227 S Battleground Ave. Read More Georgia Bea's Boutique 205 N Mountain St. Read More Give Grace Boutique 202 S Main St. Read More Life is Sweet Candy Store 109 Main St. Read More Trailhead Store 6500 S New Hope Rd. Read More Gilmore's Mercantile 137 E Franklin Blvd. Read More Belmont Bookshop 7 N Main St. Read More Charlotte Premium Outlets 5404 New Fashion Way Read More Concord Mills Mall 8111 Concord Mills Blvd. Read More Cleary's Bookstore 105 N Main St. Read More Billy Graham Library 4330 Westmont Dr. Read More Cracker Barrel & Old Country Store 1821 Remount Rd. Read More Market On Main 124 N Main St. Read More Painted Tree Boutiques 3704 E Franklin Blvd. Read More 105 Main Florist and Home Decor 105 S Main St Read More Hello Cricket 114 S Main St. Read More Wild and Whimsy Living 231 E Main Ave. Read More Patriot Jacks 832 E King St. Read More

Whether elementary school, middle school or high school, administrators and teachers will find compelling programs throughout Gaston County to excite and enlighten students near Charlotte, North Carolina. FIELD TRIPS Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden Exciting things are happening at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden! With the addition of Lost Hollow: The Kimbrell Children's Garden, our focus on children is front and center. Exciting new school programs engage children throughout the Garden using experiential learning principals that integrate standards from multiple areas, including science, art, math, literature, and more. Choose one of our programs, carefully designed to address North and South Carolina Essential Standers as well as Common Core, according to the age of your students. We can customize any of our programs to older learners as well. Website Mountain Island Educational State Forest Located in Lincoln and Gaston Counties this park is a picturesque slice of nature featuring abundant plant and animal life. Not yet open to the public, the forest will feature classes and exhibits designed to educate school children, forestry professionals, and the general public about the important of North Carolina's forest health. Website Crowders Mountain State Park Climb rugged peaks rising 800 feet above the surrounding countryside and watch raptors soar in the wind currents. Rocky ledges and outcrops are perfect seats to which to view the panorama below. The park itself is 5,096 acres. Travel park trails for a closer look at the highland environment. environmental educational experiences are correlatedto the NC standard course of study. Competency goals in science, social studies, math and English/language arts are explored. Website U.S. National Whitewater Center USNSC Field trips offer a variety of experiences in a unique, outdoor learning environment. For groups consisting of students in grades K-12, these programs expose students to outdoor experiences that are active, exciting, and incorporate many of the popular pass activities at the USNSC. All programs are taught by qualified Environmental Educators and provide an enriching out-of-classroom experience. Website Lewis Farm What better way to teach your students about life on a farm than letting them experience it for themselves? A functioning family farm is a great way to educate students. Plan a field trip to Lewis Farm to help them learn about animals, crops and farm chores firsthand. We host our Fall Festival for students Wednesday through Friday, Sept. 28- Oct. 29, at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Fridays are only for groups of more than 100 children. The field trip lasts for two and half hours with rotating stations. The cost is $12. This includes all stations and a field trip pumpkin - the size of a volleyball. All ages are welcome. LEARN MORE The Schiele Museum of Natural History Field trips to The Schiele Museum are an exceptional way to supplement classroom instruction to meet state standard for curriculum and instruction. Students will have access to permanent exhibits, traveling exhibits, the outdoor spaces on the nature trail, museum store, an array of educational programs, and an immersive dome theatre experience in the planetarium if they choose to take advantage of the diverse experiences available at The Schiele Museum. Website Gaston County Museum of Art & History Located in the historic Hoffman Hotel in Dallas, NC, The Gaston County Museum of Art & History is home to award-winning exhibits and strives to preserve the history and art of the County and the region. Educational programming is available for all ages onsite or we can bring the field trip to you. Website Kings Mountain Historical Museum KMHM preserves and interprets three historic structures including a 1939 Post Office building and two 19th century homes.These buildings provide a backdrop for educational tours that interpret the lifestyle of 19th and 20th century and a variety of other relating to local history. Most exhibits include themes related to history and social studies; some also touch in the fields of science, math, and technology. Programs related to the study of earth sciences and local geology may also be scheduled in advance on an ongoing basis. Website Bit of Hope Ranch The Ranch has more than horses! This 45 acre facility offers, a large barn, 2 covered arenas, a Low Rope Course, a stocked pond, picnicking areas with bonfire pits and a small animal petting area for its many educational programs. The Ranch offers special groups learning programs with themes that focus on horses, horse therapy, animal husbandry, STEM with a farm focus, leadership building, outdoor art and more. Website

Explore the Gaston County's Fish Camp Trail - a mouthwatering journey through unique fish camps. Savor the goodness and rich heritage of North Carolina's tradition. Start your culinary adventure today Gaston County Fish Camps A Deep-Fried Tradition For decades, Gaston County’s fish camps have been serving up crispy, fresh river catfish and seafood in generous portions. These no-frills, family-friendly spots are where locals gather every week to enjoy hearty fried fish, hushpuppies, and sweet tea — all rooted in a rich mill-town heritage and community spirit. Twin Tops Fish Camp 4574 S New Hope Rd. Gastonia Shrimp Boat 120 S Broad Street Gastonia Riverside Fish House 1341 Dallas Stanley Highway Dallas AmberJack Seafood & Steaks 4253 S New Hope Rd. Cramerton The Captain's Cap Gastonia 3140 Linwood Rd. Gastonia Catfish Cove 1404 State Road 2519 Belmont Loves Fish Box 1104 Shelby Rd. Kings Mountain Surf & Turf Lodge 808 N 14th St. Bessemer City

Explore the Gaston County's Barbecue Trail - a mouthwatering journey through the best BBQ spots. Savor the smoky goodness and rich heritage of North Carolina's BBQ tradition. Start your culinary adventure today Gaston Co. Cue Trail A Guide To Our Best Barbecue Whether you’re a barbecue aficionado or looking to try something new, the Gaston Co. Cue Trail is a great guide to our best BBQ. Black's Barbecue 2902 York Hwy. Gastonia LEARN MORE Hillbillys BBQ 305 S Main St. Lowell LEARN MORE RayNathans 4571 S New Hope Rd. Gastonia LEARN MORE The Smoke Pit 421 Cox Rd. Gastonia LEARN MORE Kyle Fletchers BBQ 4507 Wilkinson Blvd. Gastonia LEARN MORE

Looking for free things to do in Gaston County? Explore parks, walking trails, farmers markets, and public places close to home—open to everyone. Free & Low Cost Things To Do Looking for free things to do in Gaston County? Explore parks, walking trails, farmers markets, and public places close to home—open to everyone. Parks Farmers Markets Trails Easy, Affordable Ways to Enjoy Gaston County More Things To Do Things To Do Art Gallery Biking Family Farm/Market Library Museum On The Water Outdoor Rec Park Shopping Ranlo Splash Pad 15 Park Drive, Ranlo, NC, USA Button Walker Eq Reid III Park 109 West 2nd Avenue, Gastonia, NC, USA Button Erwin Center, Park & Swimming Pool 913 N Pryor St Gastonia Button Tryon Park 2851 Tryon Courthouse Road, Bessemer City, NC, USA Button Southpoint Access 175 Boat Launch Road, Belmont, NC, USA Button Kings Mountain Gateway Trail 807 S Battleground Ave, Kings Mountain, NC, USA Button Kings Mountain Farmers Market 313 South Battleground Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC, USA Button Stinger Park 555 Stinger Park Way, Bessemer City, NC, USA Button Lineberger Berry Hill Farm 2400 Hudson Poultry Rd, Iron Station, NC 28080, USA Button Bessemer City Public Library 207 N 12th St, Bessemer City, NC, USA Button Cherryville Public Library 605 East Main Street, Cherryville, NC, USA Button TECH at Lowell Library 203 McAdenville Road, Lowell, NC, USA Button Dallas Public Library 105 South Holland Street, Dallas, NC, USA Button Union Road Public Library 5800 Union Road, Gastonia, NC, USA Button Stanley Public Library 205 North Peterson Street, Stanley, NC, USA Button Mount Holly Public Library 245 West Catawba Avenue, Mount Holly, NC, USA Button Ferguson Public Library 913 North Pryor Street, Gastonia, NC, USA Button Belmont Public Library 125 North Central Avenue, Belmont, NC, USA Button Gaston County Library Main Branch 1555 East Garrison Boulevard, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA Button Harold Rankin Park 519 Park Circle, Lowell, NC 28098, USA Button Mauney Memorial Library 100 South Piedmont Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC, USA Button Belmont Farmers Market 24 S Main St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA Button Gaston County Museum 131 W Main St, Dallas, NC 28034, USA Button North Belmont Park 3110 Hickory Grove Rd, Gastonia, NC 28056, USA Button Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park 1400 Catawba St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA Button Lineberger Maple Springs Farm 906 Dallas Stanley Hwy, Dallas, NC 28034, USA Button Lineberger Park 632 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA Button Martha Rivers Park 1515 Neal Hawkins Rd, Gastonia, NC 28056, USA Button Mount Holly Farmers Market 226 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USA Button Patriots Park in Kings Mountain 220 S Railroad Ave, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA Button Phillips Center and Park 2031 Echo Ln, Gastonia, NC, USA Button Rankin Lake Park 1750 Rankin Lake Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA Button Ranlo Park 1624 Spencer Mountain Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA Button River Street Park in Mount Holly 330 N River St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USA Button Riverside Park in Cramerton 75 Riverside Dr, Cramerton, NC 28032, USA Button Robert H Ballard Park 101 S Rudisill Ave, Cherryville, NC, USA Button Rocky Branch Park 103 Sacco St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA Button Stowe Park in Belmont 24 S Main St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA Button T Jeffers Center and Park 121 Hartman St, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA Button The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA Button Tuckaseege Park 165 Broome St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USA Button African American Museum 300 South Firestone Street, Gastonia, NC, USA Button American Military Museum 109 W 2nd Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA Button Bessemer City Park & Pool 220 S 14th St, Bessemer City, NC 28016, USA Button Crowders Mountain State Park 522 Park Office Ln, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA Button Dallas Park 1303 Dallas Cherryville Hwy, Dallas, NC 28034, USA Button Daniel Stowe Conservancy 6500 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA Button Davis Park 204 Park Dr, Belmont, NC 28012, USA Button Gastonia Farmers Market 410 East Long Avenue, Gastonia, NC, USA Button George Poston Park 1101 Lowell Spencer Mountain Rd, Gastonia, NC 28056, USA Button Goat Island Park 141 8th Ave, Cramerton, NC 28032, USA Button Harper Park 301 Blacksnake Rd, Stanley, NC 28164, USA Button Trails Stinger Park 555 Stinger Pk Wy, Bessemer City, NC 28016, USA Boardwalk, Jogging, Paved, Sidewalk, Trail, Walking Easy Button Stowe Connector Trail Seven Oaks Trail - New Hope Trailhead, 6900 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA Gravel Easy 1.20 miles, One Way Button Demonstration Trail 200 Gobbler Wy, Stanley, NC 28164, USA Natural Surface Easy .25 Mile Button Harvest Hill Trail 200 Gobbler Wy, Stanley, NC 28164, USA Natural Surface Easy .75 Mile Button Talking Tree Trail 200 Gobbler Wy, Stanley, NC 28164, USA Natural Surface Easy .85 Mile Button Loblolly Loop Trail 200 Gobbler Wy, Stanley, NC 28164, USA Natural Surface Easy 1.35 mile loop Button Kings Mountain Gateway Trail 807 South Battleground Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC, USA Gravel Moderate, Easy, Advanced 4.80 miles, One Way Button Cardio Hill Trail 807 South Battleground Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC, USA Gravel Moderate 0.4 Miles One Way Button Plateau Loop 807 South Battleground Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC, USA Paved, Gravel Moderate 1.70 miles, One Way Button Rail Trail Loop 807 South Battleground Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC, USA Gravel Easy .7 Miles Button Living History Farm Trail 1577 Park Rd, Blacksburg, SC, USA Natural Surface Easy 1.5 miles Button Kings Mountain Horse Trail 1277 Park Rd, Blacksburg, SC, USA Natural Surface Easy, Moderate 30+ mile loop Button Kings Mountain Nature Trail 1277 Park Rd, Blacksburg, SC, USA Natural Surface Easy 1.2 mile loop Button Kings Mountain Hiking Trail Kings Mountain State Park, Park Road, Blacksburg, SC, USA Natural Surface Moderate 16 mile loop Button Kings Mountain Battlefield Trail 2300 Park Road, Blacksburg, SC 29702, USA Paved, Walking Moderate 1.5 Mile Loop Button Trails at Harpers Park 301 Blacksnake Road, Stanley, NC, USA Walking Easy Button South Fork Ridge Trail 1101 Lowell Spencer Mountain Road, Lowell, NC 28056, USA Gravel Moderate 0.8 Miles One Way Button Paved Greenway at Poston Park 1101 Lowell Spencer Mountain Road, Lowell, NC 28056, USA Paved Easy 1/2 mile Button Walking track at Harold Rankin Park 519 Park Circle, Lowell, NC 28098, USA Walking Easy Button Track at Bessemer City Park 1316 Crowders Mountain Road, Bessemer City, NC 28016, USA Easy Button Walking Track at Jaggers Park 424 South Spargo Street, Dallas, NC, USA Paved Easy Button Track at Cloniger Park 305 W Church St, Dallas, NC 28034, USA Walking Easy .2 Miles Button Walking Track at Dallas Park 1303 Dallas Cherryville Highway, Dallas, NC, USA Walking Easy 1 Mile Button McAdenville Greenway Park 501 Lakeview Drive, McAdenville, NC 28101, USA Paved Easy 0.8 miles, One Way Button South Fork Rail Trail 2677 Laboratory Road, Lincolnton, NC 28092, USA Natural Surface, Gravel Easy 1.8 miles, One Way Button Dutchmans Creek Greenway 300 North River Street, Mount Holly, NC, USA Paved, Gravel Easy 0.6 miles, One Way Button Rocky Branch Trail 103 Sacco St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA Gravel, Natural Surface, Sidewalk Easy, Moderate 1.20 miles, One Way Button Turnback Trail 522 Park Drive, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA Natural Surface Easy, Moderate 1.2-mile, One way Button Crowders Mountain Trail 4611 Linwood Rd, Gastonia, NC, USA Natural Surface, Boardwalk, Gravel Moderate 2.5 miles, One Way Button Backside Trail 4611 Linwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA Gravel Advanced 0.50 miles, One Way Button River Link Greenway 142 8th Ave, Cramerton, NC 28032, USA Paved Easy 0.70 miles, One Way Button Trails at Whitewater Center 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28214, USA Natural Surface Easy, Moderate 50 Miles Button Nature Trail at Schiele Museum 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA Natural Surface Easy 0.7 mile loop Button Meadowwood Walk at DSBG 6500 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA Natural Surface Easy 0.6 mile loop Button Persimmon Trail at DSBG 6500 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA Natural Surface Easy 3.2 miles Button Fern Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Drive, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA Natural Surface Easy 0.80 miles loop Button Tower Trail at Crowders Mountain 4611 Linwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA Natural Surface Advanced 1.8 miles one way Button Rocktop Trail at Crowders Mountain 4611 Linwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA Natural Surface Advanced 1.4 miles one way Button Pinnacle Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Dr, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA Natural Surface Advanced 1.70 miles, One Way Button Lake Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Dr, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA Natural Surface Easy 0.8 miles loop Button River Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA Natural Surface Easy 1 mile Button Quarry Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA Natural Surface Easy, Moderate 1.66-mile circuit Button Power Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA Natural Surface Easy 1.39-mile circuit Button Sytz Trail System at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA Natural Surface Easy About 4 miles Button Kings Mountain State Park Trail 1277 Park Rd, Clover, SC 29710, USA Natural Surface Moderate 3.1 Miles One Way Button Mountain Island Park Trail 146 Mountain Island Rd, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USA Trail Easy 2.0 Miles One Way Button Duke Kimbrell Trail Seven Oaks Trail - New Hope Trailhead, 6900 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA Natural Surface Moderate 3.45 miles, One Way Button Ridgeline Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Drive, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA Natural Surface, Gravel Advanced 8 Miles One Way Button Kings Mountain to Town via Sidewalk 807 S Battleground Ave, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA Sidewalk, Paved Easy 2.1 miles, One Way Button Mount Holly Linear Park Trail 400 East Central Avenue, Mount Holly, NC, USA Paved Easy .3 Miles One Way Button A & E Riverfront Trail 231 Broome St, Mount Holly, NC, USA Paved Easy 1.5 Miles One Way Button Belmont to Cramerton Sidewalk Connector 24 S Main St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA Sidewalk Easy 1.3 Miles Button Goat Island Greenway 142 8th Ave, Cramerton, NC 28032, USA Paved Easy .7 Miles One Way Button Riverside Greenway Riverside Dr, Cramerton, NC 28032, USA Paved Easy 1.3 Miles One Way Button Bessemer City Park Trail 220 S 14th St, Bessemer City, NC 28016, USA Paved, Boardwalk, Natural Surface Easy 1.3 Miles One Way Button Pharr Yarns Family Trail 119 Willow Drive, McAdenville, NC, USA Natural Surface Moderate 2.4 Miles One Way Button Avon-Catawba Creeks Greenway 1401 Golf Course Dr, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA Paved Easy 4.5 Miles One Way Button Robert H. Ballard Park 101 S Rudisill Ave, Cherryville, NC 28021, USA Walking Easy Button Highland Rail Trail Downtown Sidewalk Connection 200 E Long Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA Paved Easy 3.0 Miles One Way Button Rankin Lake Park Trail 1750 Rankin Lake Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA Walking, Jogging Moderate 1.9 miles Button Highland Rail Trail 200 E Long Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA Paved, Gravel Easy 2.1 Miles One Way Button

Plan your group travel to Gaston County, North Carolina, and immerse yourselves in the vibrant springtime charm. Enjoy warm weather adventures perfect for groups, from exhilarating paddling excursions to invigorating hikes through our picturesque landscapes. Explore the beauty of Gaston County together and create unforgettable memories with your group. Start your group adventure today! Meetings Discover Gaston County ABOUT Bring Your Event To Gaston County SUBMIT RFP Unique Spaces VENUES Meet In Gaston County Gaston County is the perfect location for your next group event. CONVENIENTLY LOCATED A meeting planner’s dream. Conveniently located just west of Charlotte, NC along Interstate 85, only minutes from Charlotte Douglas Airport and surrounded by scenic beauty, Gaston County is accessible, hospitable, and offers exceptional value. The perfect destination for your next meeting, convention, trade show, or reunion. EASILY ACCESSIBLE In Gaston County you can get from an event center to the great outdoors in no time. Our thriving revitalized downtowns coexists with spectacular natural beauty. UNIQUE SPACES Gaston County offers unique venues for your next event, from a traditional conference center to meeting under a dinosaur in a museum or a natural outdoor setting. With facilities that can accommodate up to 700 people, you’re sure to find the perfect spot. WE'RE HERE TO HELP So, you’re thinking about hosting your event in Gaston County? We’re excited to help make it happen! Known for our warm hospitality, this is the perfect place for your event to shine. Consider us part of your event planning team—we’re here to assist every step of the way. From securing the best hotel rates to finding the perfect meeting venues, we’ll provide local insights and recommendations to ensure your event is a success. Ready to get started? Submit a Request for Proposal (RFP) today. Let’s get to work and make your event unforgettable in Gaston County! SUBMIT RFP WEDDING VENUES MEETING SPACES SPORTS VENUES FIELD TRIPS Gastonia Conference Center Gaston County offers a diverse inventory of meeting venues. Leading the way is Gastonia Conference Center. Located in the revitalized downtown, this state-of-the-art facility provides 30,000 square feet of tech-savvy space accommodating groups up to 450. Cultural venues such as Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden and Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium are excellent options, along with the U.S. National Whitewater Center, Belmont Abbey College, Hilton Garden Inn, Courtyard by Marriott and Hampton Inn Belmont. LEARN MORE DESTINATION RESOURCES SPECIAL EVENT RECOMMENDATIONS MEDIA/PR ASSISTANCE SITE VISITS HOUSING SERVICES SERVICE PROVIDER REFERRALS TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANCE SPECIAL OFFERS Our Services Gaston County Meeting Planner's Guide Get your FREE Gaston County Meeting Planners Guide and start planning your event today! READ & DOWNLOAD ONLINE GUIDE LEARN MORE Gastonian Halls 181 W Main Ave. Gastonia Read More Total Square Feet: 12,000 sq. ft. Largest Room: 6,000 sq. ft. Capacity: 300 Number of Rooms: 2 Indoor LEARN MORE Occasion on Main 116 E Main Ave. Gastonia Read More Total Square Feet: 8,000 sq. ft. Largest Room: Capacity: 215 Number of Rooms: 1 Indoor LEARN MORE Courtyard by Marriott Gastonia 1856 Remount Rd. Gastonia Read More Total Square Feet: 2,876 sq. ft. Largest Room: 2,876 sq. ft. Capacity Seated: 170 Number of Rooms: 5 Indoor LEARN MORE Hilton Garden Inn Gastonia 444 Cox Rd. Gastonia Read More Total Square Feet: 10,108 sq. ft., Largest Room: 5,248 sq. ft Capacity Seated: 50 - 450 Number of Rooms: 7 Indoor LEARN MORE Camelot Meadows 1335 Armstrong Rd. Belmont Read More Total Square Feet: 7,560 sq. ft., Largest Room: 7,560 sq. ft Capacity Seated: 225 Number of Rooms: 1 Indoor, 3 Outdoor LEARN MORE CaroMont Health Park 800 W Franklin Blvd. Gastonia Read More • Premium – 4,000 sq. ft. • 6 Luxury cabanas • Indoor and outdoor banquet areas • Covered beer garden, party decks, & berm seating LEARN MORE Gaston County Museum 131 W Main St. Dallas Read More Total Square Feet: 5,500 sq. ft., Largest Room: 3,100 sq. ft Capacity Seated: 250 Number of Rooms: 3 Indoor, 1 Outdoor LEARN MORE Gaston College Kimbrell Campus 7220 Wilkinson Blvd. Belmont Read More Auditorium/Large Capacity: seats 100 Classrooms: seats 18-40 Conference Rooms: seats 12-14 Computer Lab: 30 workstations LEARN MORE Homesteads Events at Loray 300 S Firestone St. Gastonia Read More Total Square Feet: 3,100+ sq. ft., Largest Room: 3,100 sq. ft Capacity Seated: 250 Number of Rooms: 5 Indoor LEARN MORE Gaston College Dallas Campus 201 US-321 Dallas Read More Auditorium/Large Capacity: seats 150-700 Classrooms: seats 25-45 Conference Rooms: seats up to 20 Computer Lab: 20 workstations LEARN MORE Mount Holly Municipal Complex 400 E Central Ave. Mount Holly Read More Total Square Feet: 6,930 sq. ft., Largest Room: 6,930 sq. ft Capacity Seated: 500 Number of Rooms: 3 Indoor LEARN MORE Muddy River Distillery 250 N Main St. Mount Holly Read More Total Square Feet: 2,000+ sq. ft., Largest Room: 2,000 sq. ft Capacity Seated: 120 Number of Rooms: 2 Indoor LEARN MORE The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium 1500 E Garrison Blvd. Gastonia Read More 9 unique spaces available accomodating 30-250 guests LEARN MORE Whitewater Center 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy. Charlotte Read More 9 Venues + 6 Conference Rooms available Ability to accomodate 20-200 guests On-site Catering Outdoor Activities across 1,300 acres available LEARN MORE Daniel Stowe Conservancy 6500 S. New Hope Rd. Belmont Read More Total Square Feet: 13,500 sq. ft. Largest Room: 5,000 sq. ft. Capacity Seated: Up to 300 (indoor) Number of Rooms: 3 indoor rooms and multiple outdoor areas. LEARN MORE Gastonia Conference Center 145 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Way Gastonia Read More Total Square Feet: 15,000 sq. ft., Largest Room: 5,100 sq. ft Capacity Seated: 450 Number of Rooms: 10 Indoor Interested in bringing your event to Gaston County? Fill out this form and submit your RFP to have a member of our team contact you. SUBMIT RFP Gaston County Meeting Venues Get your FREE Gaston County Meeting Venues Guide and start planning your event today! READ & DOWNLOAD ONLINE GUIDE

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