Looking for a fun and festive fall activity with the kids that’s also affordable? Bush-N-Vine Farm in York, SC is less than an hour from Charlotte, NC and it is packed with everything we love about fall — pumpkin picking, farm treats, and free play for the kids!
Looking for a one-stop family adventure that combines a zoo, aquarium, museum, ropes course, and even a carousel? The Greensboro Science Center in North Carolina is the kind of place where your kids will learn without even realizing it—and you’ll have just as much fun tagging along.
Want to make sure your family trip to the farm is amazing? Farms in the fall are perfect places for family fun and lots of memory-making. But, bringing your whole crew anywhere can sometimes be a little stressful, right? So, we have some tips to help you make your fall farm trip easy with nothing but fun and happy faces.
Emerald Hollow Mine near Statesville, NC is the real deal when it comes to gem mining – you get tools, buckets, and all the things you need to search for gems in the creek and dirt. And it’s really fun!
Where can you see animals near Charlotte, NC? Are you looking for a ROAR-ing good time? Ready to see all kinds of amazing animals? We have a list of places to see animals near Charlotte, NC for you to explore.
Looking for a new place to play and thinking about visiting Walter Elisaha Park in Fort Mill, SC? With paved trails, beautiful arbor swings, a fun playground, and a sprawling landscape, this park has a lot to offer. We got a chance to visit and have all the details on what you’ll find at Walter Elisha Park!
If you love fluffy alpacas, a trip to Serenity at Stony Point Alpaca Farm just outside Statesville, NC, about two hours from the Upstate, is the place to go, especially if you’re planning a trip nearby! Thank you to Visit Statesville for setting up our trip to their beautiful town.
Have you heard about Reed Gold Mine in Midland, NC? The very first gold ever discovered in the United States happened at Little Meadow Creek and what would soon become the Reed Gold Mine. Visit Little Meadow Creek, tour the underground gold mine, and try your hand at panning for gold along the creek at the site where the country’s first gold was discovered. Reed Gold Mine State Historic Site is an amazing place to visit. Admission is totally free. Here’s everything you need to know to plan your own visit to Reed Gold Mine.
Looking for an exciting biking spot with great mountain biking trails near Charlotte, NC? Airline Bike Park in Charlotte is the place to ride. With free access, exciting trails, and features built for fun and progression, it’s an awesome option for older kids, teens, and parents who want a real trail experience with a lot of variety.
Looking for an easy outdoor adventure the whole family can enjoy? Rankin Lake Park in Gastonia, NC, is packed with fun — from disc golf and boat rentals to shaded playgrounds, picnic shelters, and a beautiful lakeside trail.
Whether you’re there to play, fish, walk, or relax, this park is a great spot to slow down and make some memories.