Fall is almost here, which means there is no better time to get outside and enjoy the weather. In and around Greensboro, there are several parks, greenways, and natural areas where you can go for a walk, bring the kids for some free play, or just enjoy some time in the fresh air. Take a look at these Greensboro parks and plan an afternoon of exploration and play.
Greensboro Arboretum
The Greensboro Arboretum is a 17-acre site with 14 different gardens and plant collections to explore. The gardens stay open year-round, and it’s free to get in and take a look. Some of the gardens include the Gate City Kiwanis Club Shade Garden with plants that grow in different degrees of shade and the Greensboro Council of Garden Clubs Winter Garden Collection. This one has plants that flourish in the winter. The R.R. Allen Family Butterfly Garden and Fountain is a beautiful spot with a variety of flowers.
Lake Daniel Park
Lake Daniel Park is a family-friendly park with a sand volleyball court, tennis courts, and picnic tables. The playground has lots of structures for the kids to climb on, and it even has a sandbox with toys for all the kids to use. The park also has a creek, natural areas where everyone can run and play, and walking paths for visitors, whether they want to go for a leisurely stroll or for a run.
Arboretum Lindley Park
You’ll find Arboretum Lindley Park on Ashland Drive in Greensboro. It has a paved walkway to make walking with a stroller easy, and there is a playground for the kids. Since it is part of the arboretum, there are lots of beautiful flowers around, no matter what time of year you go.
Bur-Mil Park
Head to Bur-Mil Park and spend the afternoon outside. This park has many different activities available, including a golf course, hiking trails, a pool, and tennis courts. The hiking trail has both paved and unpaved sections, and it’s a popular spot for runners. It also features some scenic views. The Wildlife Education Center offers educational programs and it features live animal exhibits.
Bur-Mil Park has bike rentals if you want to take a ride and don’t have your own. You can rent one at the Wildlife Education Center on Saturdays and Sundays from March until November.
Price Park
Price Park is worth a visit for the beautiful walking and hiking trails and the Butterfly Garden. It is also home to the Meadowlark Sanctuary, where the city continues to work on the preservation and conservation of the habitat of the meadowlark grassland bird. Price also has picnic shelters, so make sure to pack a lunch and plan on spending some time at this pretty little park.
Greensboro has lots of places where you can get outside, no matter what time of year it is. The many city and local parks have play structures for the kids, and there are all kinds of walking and hiking trails.
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