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The Banana Bar 117 S Main St. Belmont Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Rocky Branch Trail 103 Sacco St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Gravel, Natural Surface, Sidewalk Easy, Moderate 1.20 miles, One Way The Rocky Branch Trail is a 1.25 mile enhanced natural… Expand + Duke Kimbrell Trail 6500 S. New Hope Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Moderate 3.45 miles, One Way This trail is 3.1 miles and consists of natural and… Expand + Meadowwood Walk at DSBG 6500 S. New Hope Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.6 mile loop A short walk around the back of Daniel Stowe Botanical… Expand + Belmont to Cramerton Sidewalk Connector 24 South Main St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Sidewalk Easy 1.3 Miles Starts at Stowe Park in Belmont and connects almost to… Expand + Persimmon Trail at DSBG 6500 S. New Hope Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 3.2 miles Discover 3.2 miles of walking trails around the Garden! Persimmon… Expand + The Banana Bar The Banana Bar In Belmont, NC Enjoy perfectly frozen bananas, dipped in rich chocolates and covered with your favorite toppings and drizzles. Sweet, crunchy, and always delicious—find us on the move at private parties, events, and local spots! Discover The Banana Bar in Belmont, your go-to destination for unforgettable frozen treats! Serving up hand-dipped frozen bananas, rich cheesecake slices dunked in premium chocolate, and fresh strawberries coated in your favorite toppings. Craving something creamy? Don’t miss the soft serve ice cream – the perfect way to cool off. Experience the fun and flavor at The Banana Bar today. MORE IN: Belmont 01/19 - 01/23 Catawba River Antique Mall 406 Catawba Street Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Wave Sandy 1500 River Dr. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Down Under Design 2 Kenwood St. Learn More

Sake Express Gastonia 1327 E Franklin Blvd. Gastonia Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Nature Trail at Schiele Museum 1500 East Garrison Blvd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.7 mile loop Rocktop Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.4 miles one way River Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 1 mile Sytz Trail System at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy About 4 miles Rankin Lake Park Trail 1750 Rankin Lake Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Walking, Jogging Moderate 1.9 miles Fern Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.80 miles loop Pinnacle Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.70 miles, One Way Quarry Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy, Moderate 1.66-mile circuit Avon-Catawba Creeks Greenway 109 W. Second Ave. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 4.5 Miles One Way Highland Rail Trail 1001 N. Marietta St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved, Gravel Easy 2.1 Miles One Way Tower Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.8 miles one way Lake Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.8 miles loop Power Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 1.39-mile circuit Highland Rail Trail Downtown Sidewalk Connection 1001 N. Marietta St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 3.0 Miles One Way Sake Express Gastonia Sake Express In Gastonia, NC A cherished local favorite, known for its delicious and healthy Japanese cuisine Voted the best Japanese restaurant for numerous years, Sake Express offers a menu filled with delectable options cooked to order and served promptly. At Sake Express, you can indulge in sizzling hibachi and teriyaki dishes that are prepared fresh as soon as you place your order. Their sushi is also made to order, ensuring the highest quality and freshness. Located in Gaston County, Sake Express has become a beloved dining spot for both locals and visitors. Their irresistible house sauce keeps customers coming back, often forming lines at their drive-thru windows. However, the efficient service ensures that the lines move quickly, allowing everyone to enjoy their flavorful meals in no time. Sake Express features a variety of dishes, including chicken with zucchini and onions, served with fried rice, sweet carrots, and their famous house sauce. They also offer steak with zucchini and onions, as well as shrimp with zucchini and onions, both accompanied by fried rice, sweet carrots, and the delectable house sauce. When you're in Belmont and craving exceptional Japanese cuisine, Sake Express is the place to go. Their commitment to quality, fresh ingredients, and mouthwatering flavors makes it a go-to destination for a satisfying and delightful meal. MORE IN: Gastonia 01/19 - 01/23 EJ's Soul Food & Vegan 501 Cox Rd. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Christian Jacobs 120 East Main Ave. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Piedmont Deli 125 W Main Ave. Learn More

T. Jeffers Center & Park 121 N. Hartman St. Gastonia Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Nature Trail at Schiele Museum 1500 East Garrison Blvd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.7 mile loop Rocktop Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.4 miles one way River Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 1 mile Sytz Trail System at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy About 4 miles Rankin Lake Park Trail 1750 Rankin Lake Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Walking, Jogging Moderate 1.9 miles Fern Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.80 miles loop Pinnacle Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.70 miles, One Way Quarry Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy, Moderate 1.66-mile circuit Avon-Catawba Creeks Greenway 109 W. Second Ave. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 4.5 Miles One Way Highland Rail Trail 1001 N. Marietta St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved, Gravel Easy 2.1 Miles One Way Tower Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.8 miles one way Lake Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.8 miles loop Power Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 1.39-mile circuit Highland Rail Trail Downtown Sidewalk Connection 1001 N. Marietta St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 3.0 Miles One Way T Jeffers Center and Park T Jeffers Center and Park in Gastonia The T Jeffers Center and Park offers a 15,058 square feet community center and includes a college-size basketball court with six goals and seating capacity for 350. The facility also contains dressing and shower rooms, meeting room, game room, lounge, kitchen, and staff offices. Outdoor facilities include a lighted youth baseball field, playground and two large picnic shelters. T Jeffers Center Amenities 15,058 square feet community center A college-size basketball court with six goals Seating capacity for 350. Dressing and shower rooms Meeting room Game room Lounge Kitchen Staff offices. Park Amenities Lighted youth baseball field Playground Two large picnic shelters Park areas are open Dawn - Dusk, daily. Lighted outdoor facilities operate independently when scheduled. Picnic shelter, ball fields and community centers may be rented by families, churches, companies or other groups for a variety of social and business functions. Contact the The T Jeffers Center directly for more information. MORE IN: Gastonia 01/19 - 01/23 EJ's Soul Food & Vegan 501 Cox Rd. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Christian Jacobs 120 East Main Ave. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Piedmont Deli 125 W Main Ave. Learn More

Rusty Rabbit 104 East Main Street Dallas Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP Music Bingo Music Bingo every Tuesday Night at the Rusty Rabbit. Free… Expand + Karaoke Night Every Wednesday Fun starts at 8:00 PM Hosted by DJ… Expand + Bike Nite Stop by the Rusty Rabbit every Wednesday at 6PM for… Expand + MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Walking Track at Jaggers Park 424 S Spargo St Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy Track at Cloniger Park 305 W Church St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Walking Easy .2 Miles Walking Track at Dallas Park 1303 Dallas-Cherryville Hwy. Type: Difficulty: Length: Walking Easy 1 Mile The Rusty Rabbit The Rusty Rabbit In Dallas, NC Welcome to The Rusty Rabbit, a small bar nestled in the heart of Dallas, NC. As you step through our doors, be ready for good times. One of the highlights of summertime at The Rusty Rabbit is their highly anticipated cornhole tournament. Keep an eye out for this friendly competition, laughter, and a chance to showcase your cornhole skills. Inside or out, the bar is stocked with an impressive selection of beers, refreshing cocktails, and delightful libations to quench your thirst and elevate your spirits. MORE IN: Dallas 01/19 - 01/23 Papa's & Beer 3150 Dallas High Shoals Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Gaston College Beach Volleyball Complex 201 US-321 Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Riverside Fish House 1341 Dallas Stanley Highway Learn More

WoodSpring Suites 1830 Wren Turnpike Gastonia Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Nature Trail at Schiele Museum 1500 East Garrison Blvd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.7 mile loop Rocktop Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.4 miles one way River Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 1 mile Sytz Trail System at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy About 4 miles Rankin Lake Park Trail 1750 Rankin Lake Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Walking, Jogging Moderate 1.9 miles Fern Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.80 miles loop Pinnacle Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.70 miles, One Way Quarry Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy, Moderate 1.66-mile circuit Avon-Catawba Creeks Greenway 109 W. Second Ave. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 4.5 Miles One Way Highland Rail Trail 1001 N. Marietta St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved, Gravel Easy 2.1 Miles One Way Tower Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.8 miles one way Lake Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.8 miles loop Power Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 1.39-mile circuit Highland Rail Trail Downtown Sidewalk Connection 1001 N. Marietta St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 3.0 Miles One Way WoodSpring Suites WoodSpring Suites Charlotte Gastonia - Extended Stay Hotel North of Gastonia WoodSpring Suites Charlotte Gastonia is an extended stay hotel with monthly rates, weekly rates, and nightly rates. Great for business travelers, students and staff of local universities and trade schools, tourists, those visiting the area, military and their families, patients and medical professionals and those moving to/within the region. Pet-friendly hotel rooms with double-/full-sized beds. Three suite styles - all with in-room kitchen, free parking, free basic wi-fi, and 24/7 access vending machines, guest laundry room, and staff support. This is a 100% non-smoking hotel. MORE IN: Gastonia 01/19 - 01/23 EJ's Soul Food & Vegan 501 Cox Rd. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Christian Jacobs 120 East Main Ave. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Piedmont Deli 125 W Main Ave. Learn More

Cramer Mountain Club 102 Hidden Pastures Dr. Cramerton Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP 35th Annual Carolina Classic Golf Tournament Fundraiser September 14, 2026 Learn More MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: River Link Greenway 141 8th Ave. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 0.70 miles, One Way Goat Island Greenway 141 8th Ave. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy .7 Miles One Way Riverside Greenway 75 Riverside Dr. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 1.3 Miles One Way Cramer Mountain Golf Club in Cramerton Cramer Mountain Club 18 hole par 72 championship course playing 6,486 from the back tees; offers a mountain course feel with extreme elevation changes and beautiful topography; host of inaugural NC High School Golf Coaches Tar Heel Cup invitational. Cramer Mountain Club offers an amazing golf course , tennis courts, restaurant and a brand new swimming pool. MORE IN: Cramerton 01/19 - 01/23 AmberJack Seafood & Steak 4253 S New Hope Road Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Modern Retreat Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Fryeday Coffee Roasters 202 Market Street Learn More

Gaston Aquatics Hwy 321 Dallas Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Walking Track at Jaggers Park 424 S Spargo St Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy Track at Cloniger Park 305 W Church St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Walking Easy .2 Miles Walking Track at Dallas Park 1303 Dallas-Cherryville Hwy. Type: Difficulty: Length: Walking Easy 1 Mile Gaston Aquatics Gaston Aquatics A regional aquatics center Gaston Aquatics is building a regional aquatics center to meet a number of community needs, including: water-based rehabilitation, safety training, strength and conditioning and competitive swimming. To learn more about this 35,000 square foot, two pool facility and how you can be part of a multi-faceted $10 million project visit their website. MORE IN: Dallas 01/19 - 01/23 Papa's & Beer 3150 Dallas High Shoals Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Gaston College Beach Volleyball Complex 201 US-321 Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Riverside Fish House 1341 Dallas Stanley Highway Learn More

Fairfield Inn Gastonia 1860 Remount Rd. Gastonia Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Nature Trail at Schiele Museum 1500 East Garrison Blvd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.7 mile loop Rocktop Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.4 miles one way River Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 1 mile Sytz Trail System at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy About 4 miles Rankin Lake Park Trail 1750 Rankin Lake Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Walking, Jogging Moderate 1.9 miles Fern Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.80 miles loop Pinnacle Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.70 miles, One Way Quarry Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy, Moderate 1.66-mile circuit Avon-Catawba Creeks Greenway 109 W. Second Ave. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 4.5 Miles One Way Highland Rail Trail 1001 N. Marietta St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved, Gravel Easy 2.1 Miles One Way Tower Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.8 miles one way Lake Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.8 miles loop Power Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 1.39-mile circuit Highland Rail Trail Downtown Sidewalk Connection 1001 N. Marietta St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 3.0 Miles One Way Fairfield Inn by Marriott Fairfield Inn by Marriott Gastonia Strategically located just minutes west of Charlotte off of I-85 South and west of I-77, is the Fairfield Inn and Suites Gastonia – Charlotte. Gastonia is recognized as one of Charlotte Satellite area’s best places to live and work with an ideal combination of location and quality of life. The Gastonia Community, attracts business and industry looking for an ideal site to locate or expand. While at the Fairfield Inn and Suites Gastonia Charlotte check out the U.S. National Whitewater Center where you can whitewater raft, kayak, climb, zip-line, mountain bike, and hike to your heart's content. Explore over 14 of Gastonia’s friendly neighborhoods, including McAdenville known as “Christmas Town USA” because of its annual holiday lights display. Nearby is Belmont Abbey College and the North Carolina Textile School. Business center Fitness center Free breakfast Free high-speed internet High-speed internet at a price Meeting event space Parking Indoor pool Weddings and Occasions Spacious hospitality room equipped with a sink and cabinet area. Custom menus by our preferred caterer Gadabouts. Ideal accommodations for out of town guests All planned events such as birthday parties are encouraged to contact our sales department. MORE IN: Gastonia 01/19 - 01/23 EJ's Soul Food & Vegan 501 Cox Rd. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Christian Jacobs 120 East Main Ave. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Piedmont Deli 125 W Main Ave. Learn More

Rotary Pavilion 107 N South St Gastonia Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP Leadership in Action Part 1 August 29, 2026 Learn More Finesse Live in Downtown Gastonia | September 12 September 12, 2026 Learn More Leadership in Action Part II September 19, 2026 Learn More Gastonia Fall Festival October 17, 2026 Learn More Day of Remembrance August 31, 2026 Learn More Gastonia Concert Series September 12, 2026 Learn More Walk to end Alzheimer's October 10, 2026 Learn More MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Nature Trail at Schiele Museum 1500 East Garrison Blvd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.7 mile loop Rocktop Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.4 miles one way River Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 1 mile Sytz Trail System at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy About 4 miles Rankin Lake Park Trail 1750 Rankin Lake Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Walking, Jogging Moderate 1.9 miles Fern Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.80 miles loop Pinnacle Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.70 miles, One Way Quarry Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy, Moderate 1.66-mile circuit Avon-Catawba Creeks Greenway 109 W. Second Ave. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 4.5 Miles One Way Highland Rail Trail 1001 N. Marietta St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved, Gravel Easy 2.1 Miles One Way Tower Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.8 miles one way Lake Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.8 miles loop Power Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 1.39-mile circuit Highland Rail Trail Downtown Sidewalk Connection 1001 N. Marietta St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 3.0 Miles One Way Rotary Centennial Pavilion Rotary Centennial Pavilion is an outdoor event venue in downtown Gastonia. MORE IN: Gastonia 01/19 - 01/23 EJ's Soul Food & Vegan 501 Cox Rd. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Christian Jacobs 120 East Main Ave. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Piedmont Deli 125 W Main Ave. Learn More

Cramerton Museum 1 Julian St. Cramerton Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: River Link Greenway 141 8th Ave. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 0.70 miles, One Way Goat Island Greenway 141 8th Ave. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy .7 Miles One Way Riverside Greenway 75 Riverside Dr. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 1.3 Miles One Way Cramerton Historical Museum Cramerton Historical Museum Showcasing the rich history of this former mill village Visitors to the Cramerton Historical Museum will learn about the rich history of this former mill village. Displays in the museum feature: Legacy of the Fish Fry: the story of Lineberger's Fish Camp and the history of Gaston County fish camps Cramerton Army Cloth: Invented and produced in Cramerton, then worn by soldiers of World War II The founders of Cramerton : A look back at the people who envisioned this town and made it a reality Visitors are invited to take a walk through this museum and to bring in possible artifacts for exhibit. Hours are limited. Check their Facebook page . MORE IN: Cramerton 01/19 - 01/23 AmberJack Seafood & Steak 4253 S New Hope Road Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Modern Retreat Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Fryeday Coffee Roasters 202 Market Street Learn More

Smoke Pit 421 Cox Rd. Gastonia Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Nature Trail at Schiele Museum 1500 East Garrison Blvd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.7 mile loop Rocktop Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.4 miles one way River Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 1 mile Sytz Trail System at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy About 4 miles Rankin Lake Park Trail 1750 Rankin Lake Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Walking, Jogging Moderate 1.9 miles Fern Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.80 miles loop Pinnacle Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.70 miles, One Way Quarry Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy, Moderate 1.66-mile circuit Avon-Catawba Creeks Greenway 109 W. Second Ave. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 4.5 Miles One Way Highland Rail Trail 1001 N. Marietta St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved, Gravel Easy 2.1 Miles One Way Tower Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.8 miles one way Lake Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.8 miles loop Power Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 1.39-mile circuit Highland Rail Trail Downtown Sidewalk Connection 1001 N. Marietta St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 3.0 Miles One Way The Smoke Pit Smoke Pit In Gastonia, NC If you’re not feeling adventurous and just looking for something familiar and consistent, sometimes you just need a chain restaurant. Smoke Pit has four locations right here in North Carolina, and we won't be surprised to see them keep growing. While closed on Mondays, they have lunch and dinner hours every other day of the week and are truly right on I-85 at the Cox Rd Exit. Could the barbecue from a chain restaurant rival the local favorites? We’ll never tell. Open: Tues-Thurs – 11am-8pm, Fri-Sat – 11am-9pm, Sun – 11am-8pm | Closed: Mon MORE IN: Gastonia 01/19 - 01/23 EJ's Soul Food & Vegan 501 Cox Rd. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Christian Jacobs 120 East Main Ave. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Piedmont Deli 125 W Main Ave. Learn More

Comfort Suites Gastonia 1874 Remount Rd. Gastonia Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Nature Trail at Schiele Museum 1500 East Garrison Blvd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.7 mile loop Rocktop Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.4 miles one way River Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 1 mile Sytz Trail System at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy About 4 miles Rankin Lake Park Trail 1750 Rankin Lake Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Walking, Jogging Moderate 1.9 miles Fern Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.80 miles loop Pinnacle Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.70 miles, One Way Quarry Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy, Moderate 1.66-mile circuit Avon-Catawba Creeks Greenway 109 W. Second Ave. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 4.5 Miles One Way Highland Rail Trail 1001 N. Marietta St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved, Gravel Easy 2.1 Miles One Way Tower Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.8 miles one way Lake Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.8 miles loop Power Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 1.39-mile circuit Highland Rail Trail Downtown Sidewalk Connection 1001 N. Marietta St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 3.0 Miles One Way Comfort Suites Gastonia Take on your day with our free hot breakfast, including hearty and healthy options. Additional amenities include meeting room, fitness center, business center and seasonal outdoor pool. Our smoke-free suites are 25 percent more spacious than traditional hotel rooms and include fast and free WiFi, flat-screen TV, coffee maker, microwave, refrigerator, USB ports, sofa bed and work desk. Had a busy day? Relax, enjoy and get a good night’s sleep. Hotel Amenities Free WiFiPremium Free WiFi100% Smoke Free HotelPet-friendly Hotel * Free Hot BreakfastSeasonal Outdoor PoolElevator(s)Fitness CenterCopy Machine * Outdoor ParkingManager's ReceptionValet Cleaning Service * Fax Machine * Government Travelers: FEMA ApprovedBus ParkingInterior CorridorsLaundry * Meeting Room * Business CenterSun Deck Book up to 2,220 square feet of meeting venue and event space in Gastonia, NC at the Comfort Suites Gastonia - Charlotte. Located near Charlotte-Douglas International Airport, we have everything you need to make your next event your best one. Whether you’re planning a conference, banquet or presentation, enjoy the convenience of modern accommodations in the heart of North Carolina. MORE IN: Gastonia 01/19 - 01/23 EJ's Soul Food & Vegan 501 Cox Rd. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Christian Jacobs 120 East Main Ave. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Piedmont Deli 125 W Main Ave. Learn More