Official Visitor`s Guide - Hickory Metro Convention Center

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Official Visitor`s Guide - Hickory Metro Convention Center
hickory
39. IRON THUNDER SALOON
40. ITALY GRILL
41. J & S CAFETERIA
42. JASON’S DELI
43. JIMMY JOHN’S
44. JIN’S BUFFET
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45. JOSH’S
46. KOBE JAPANESE HOUSE OF STEAK & SEAFOOD
47. LAZY DOG’S SMOKEHOUSE & SALOON
48. LITTLE PIGS
49. LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE
50. MELLOW MUSHROOM
51. NAGANO JAPANESE RESTAURANT
52. O’CHARLEY’S
53. OLDE GERMAN SCHNITZEL HAUS
54. OLDE HICKORY TAP ROOM
55. OLIVE GARDEN ITALIAN REST.
56. OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE
57. PANERA BREAD
58. RANCHO VIEJO
59. RED LOBSTER
60. RUBY TUESDAY
61. SAIGON GARDEN
62. SAKURA JAPANESE CUISINE
63. SALSARITA’S
64. SANTORINI GRILL
65. SHELL’S BAR-B-Q
66. SIDEWALK CAFE
67. SNACK BAR
68. SUE’S GRILL
69. TEXAS ROADHOUSE
70. THAI ORCHID
71. THE OLDE HICKORY STATION
72. TOSAKA
73. TRIPP’S
74. UNTOUCHABLES PIZZA
75. VINTAGE HOUSE RESTAURANT
79. WILD WOK
80. WINDY CITY GRILL
81. YOUSSEF 242
82. ZANDER’S COFFEEHOUSE
83. ZAXBY’S
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78. WILD WOK
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77. WHICH WICH
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828.322.1335 | i n f o @ h i c k o r y m e t r o . c o m
19 60- a 1 3 t h a v e . s e | h i c k o r y , n c 28602
76. WASHBURN’S WINGS & MORE
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| 828.322.1335
1. ALMAFI’S PIZZA 20. DAVINCI’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT
2. APPLEBEE’S NEIGHBORHOOD 21. DIANE’S DAIRY CENTER
3. ATLANTA BREAD COMPANY 22. DI’LISHI FROZEN YOGURT BAR
4. BACKSTREETS BAR & GRILL 23. DOS AMIGOS
5. BISTRO 127 24. EL PASO
6. BLUE MOON TAVERN 25. EL PASO
7. BOB EVANS RESTAURANT 26. FIVE GUYS BURGERS AND FRIES
8. BOX CAR GRILLE 27. FOUR PEAS IN A POD
9. BUFFALO WILD WINGS
28. FRANKIE’S PIZZA
10. CAFE GOUDA
29. GOLDEN CORRAL
11. CAPTAIN D’S
30. HAM’S RESTAURANT
12. CARRABBA’S ITALIAN GRILL
31. HANNAH’S BAR-B-QUE
13. CHAROLAIS STEAKHOUSE
32. HARBOR INN SEAFOOD
14. CHILI’S
33. HICKORY SMOKEHOUSE BBQ
15. CHIPOTLE
34. HICKORY TAVERN GRILL & RAW BAR
16. CLAREMONT CAFE
35. HIGHLAND AVENUE
17. CRACKER BARREL
36. HOOTERS
18. DAD’S PLACE
37. ICHIBA JAPANESE CUISINE 19. DANTE’S
38. INT’L HOUSE OF PANCAKES
Furniture.
Well Crafted.
1,000 Premier Furniture Lines
100 Galleries, Stores and Outlets
Countless Collections
One Stop
contents
area information. . ................................ 4
accomModations.. ................................... 6
Hotels & Motels. . ........................................................... 6
Bed & Breakfasts. . ......................................................... 8
shopping......................................................... 11
Furniture. . ................................................................... 11
Hickory Furniture Mart. . .................................................. 11
20 Miles of Furniture...................................................... 13
Other Home Furnishings................................................. 14
Pottery & Sculpture....................................................... 15
Retail Shopping............................................................ 15
dining................................................................ 16
Hickory. . ..................................................................... 16
Claremont................................................................... 20
Conover. . .................................................................... 20
Newton.. ..................................................................... 20
arts & culture. . ........................................ 21
Historic Area Attractions. . ............................................... 21
Performing & Cultural Arts. . ............................................. 25
attractions & recreation............ 28
Entertainment & Activities. . ............................................. 28
Wineries & Vineyards..................................................... 30
Public Parks. . ............................................................... 30
Golf........................................................................... 34
map . . ..................................................................... 38
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convention & visitors bureau
| 800.509.2444
828.322.1335 | i n f o @ h i c k o r y m e t r o . c o m
1960- a 13 t h a v e . s e | h i c k o r y , n c 28602
www.hickorymetro.com
2220 Hwy 70 SE (I-40, exit 126)
Hickory, North Carolina
Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm
Photography courtesy of Bob Huffman, Carl Moser, Catawba Science Center, Caldwell County Chamber of Commerce, Fanjoy-Labrenz, Hickory
Community Theatre, North Carolina Division of Travel & Tourism, Vanguard Furniture, Ken Burns. Every effort has been made to assure
the accuracy of the information in this publication. Please contact the Hickory Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau with any additions or
www.hickoryfurniture.com 1-800-462-MART (6278)
corrections. Reproduction in whole or part without permission of the Hickory Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau is prohibited.
Des i gn by Nath an W. Moehlm ann , Goosepen Studi o & Press
HICKORY METRO CONVENTION CENTER
828.324.8600 | www.hickoryconventions.com
AREA
INFORMation
VALDESE TOURISM DEPARTMENT
828.879.2126 | www.visitvaldese.com
WILSONS CREEK VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER
828.759.0005 | www.friendsofwilsoncreek.org
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Visitor information
alexander county chamber of commerce
828.632.8141 | www.alexandercountychamber.com
BURKE COUNTY TRAVEL & TOURISM VISITOR CENTER
828.433.6793 | www.discoverburkecounty.com
CALDWELL COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
828.726.0616 | www.caldwellcochamber.org
CATAWBA COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
828.328.6111 | www.catawbachamber.org
For information about hosting your next meeting or event
in the Hickory Metro, call the Hickory Metro Convention &
Visitors Bureau at 1.800.509.2444, or visit the website at
www.hickorymetro.com.
AIRPORTS
CHARLOTTE DOUGLAS INTERNATIONAL
704.359.4000 | www.charlottedouglasintlairport.com
HICKORY REGIONAL 828.323.7408 | www.hickorync.gov
PIEDMONT TRIAD (GREENSBORO)
336.665.5666 | www.flyfrompti.com
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
CHARLOTTE CHARTER JET
828.324.6510 | www.charlottecharterjet.com
BURKE INTERNATIONAL TOURS—CHRISTIAN TOURS
828.465.3900 | www.burkechristiantours.com
GREENWAY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
828.464.9444 | www.mygreenway.org
HICKORY HOP AIRPORT SHUTTLE
828.327.2340 | www.hickoryhop.com
HICKORY METRO CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
828.322.1335 or 1-800.509.2444 | www.hickorymetro.com
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MILEAGE FROM HICKORY
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accommodations
hotels & motels
Affordable Suites of America
1225 Fed Ex Drive, Conover
t: 828.464.7100 | f: 828.464.4308
www.affordablesuites.com
Suites: 43
BAYMONT Inn & SUITES
1120 13th Ave Drive SE, Hickory
t: 828.304.0410 | f: 828.304.0411
www.baymontinns.com
Rooms: 60
Best Western
1520 13th Ave Drive SE, Hickory
t: 828.323.1150 | f: 828.324.8979
www.bestwestern.com
Rooms: 119
Budget Inn
484 US Highway 70 SW, Hickory
t: 828.322.1740 | f: 828.322.6824
www.budgetinnhickory.com
Rooms: 84
Courtyard by Marriott
1946 13th Ave Drive SE, Hickory
t: 828.267.2100 | f: 828.267.2450
www.marriott.com/hkycy
Rooms: 140 | Suites: 6
Crowne Plaza
1385 Lenoir Rhyne Blvd, Hickory
t: 828.323.1000 | f: 828.322.4275
www.crowneplaza.com
Rooms: 200 | Suites: 3
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Days Inn
1710 Fairgrove Church Road, Conover
t: 828.465.2378 | f: 828.465.6488
www.daysinn.com | Rooms: 60
DAYS Inn & Suites
1725 13th Ave Drive NW, Hickory
t: 828.431.2100 | f: 828.431.2109
www.daysinn.com | Rooms: 100
Suites: 40
Deluxe Inn
325 US Highway 70 SW, Hickory
t: 828.328.2111 | f: 828.328.2122
Rooms: 40
Fairfield Inn & Suites
1950 13th Ave Drive SE, Hickory
t: 828.431.3000 | f: 828.431.4714
www.marriott.com/hkyfy | Rooms: 108
Hampton Inn
1956 13th Ave Drive SE, Hickory
t: 828.624.2000 | f: 828.624.3000
www.hickorync.hamptoninn.com
Rooms: 112 | Suites: 9
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
104 10th Street NW, Conover
t: 828.465.7070 | f: 828.465.7090
www.hiexpress.com | Rooms: 66 | Suites: 26
Holiday Inn Express at the Mart
2250 US Highway 70 SE, Hickory
t: 828.328.2081 | f: 828.328.2085
www.hiexpress.com/hickory-mart | Rooms: 86
La Quinta Inn & Suites
1607 Fairgrove Church Road, Conover
t: 828.465.1100 | f: 828.465.3090
http://6343.lq.com | Rooms: 139 | Suites: 26
MOTEL 6
1179 13th Ave Drive SE, Hickory
t: 828.323.1140 | f: 828.324.6203
www.motel6.com | Rooms: 86
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Pets Allowed
Quality Suites
1125 13th Ave Drive SE, Hickory
t: 828.323.1211 | f: 828.322.4395
www.qualityinn.com | Suites: 116
Red Roof Inn
1184 Lenoir Rhyne Blvd SE, Hickory
t: 828.323.1500 | f: 828.323.1509
www.redroof.com | Rooms: 108
Royal Inn
30 US Highway 70 SW, Hickory
t: 828.322.4311 | f: 828.485.1015 | Rooms: 30
Super 8
3054 N. Oxford Street, Claremont
t: 828.459.7777 | f: 828.459.1080
www.super8.com | Rooms: 60 | Suites: 8
Bed & Breakfasts
The Inn at Hickory
464 7th Street SW, Hickory
t: 828.431.4425
www.theinnathickory.com | Rooms: 4
the Lodge at rock barn
3791 Club House Drive NE, Conover
t: 828.459.3634 | www.rockbarn.com | Rooms: 5
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The Peacock Inn & Resort
1670 Southwest Blvd, Newton
t: 828.464.5780 | f: 828.464.5781
www.thepeacockinn-newton.com
Suites: 5
The Trott House Inn
802 North Main Ave, Newton
t: 828.465.0404 | f: 828.465.5753
www.trotthouse.com | Rooms: 4
Suites: 1
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SHOPPING
FURNITURE
Hickory Furniture Mart
2220 US Hwy 70 SE | Hickory, NC 28602
www.hickoryfurniture.com | 828.322.3510 | 800.462.6278
For a complete listing of manufacturers, visit us online.
100% Non smoking - Complimentary cooked to order breakfast
Complimentary Wi-Fi - All rooms have 32” LCD TV,
Microwave, and Refrigerator - Outdoor pool and whirlpool
Business Center - Fitness Center - Banquet Facilities
Restaurant & Bar
La Quinta Inn & Suites hickory/conover
1607 Fairgrove Church Road | Conover, NC 28613
tel : 828.465.1100 | fax : 828.465.3090 | www.LaQuintaHickory.com
AMISH OAK & CHERRY
828.261.4776 | www.amishoakandcherry.com
AMISH OAK & CHERRY CLEARANCE CENTER
828.261.4776 | www.amishoakandcherry.com
BASSETT SHOWCASE GALLERY BY HICKORY PARK
828.322.4440 | www.hickorypark.com
BROYHILL FURNITURE SHOWPLACE BY HICKORY PARK
828.322.4440 | www.hickorypark.com
century factory outlet 828.256.0003
charleston forge factory outlet
828.855.9310 | www.heritagefurnitureoutlet.com
COMFORT ZONE BY HICKORY PARK
828.326.9224 | www.hickorypark.com
designmaster factory outlet
828.256.0003
DESIGNING WOMEN (Interior Design Services)
828.234.9789 | www.designingwomenofnc.com
DOVETAIL GALLERY BY SOUTHERN STYLE
828.322.7000 | southernstylefinefurniture.com
drexel Heritage factory outlet
828.855.9310 | www.heritagefurnitureoutlet.com
Quality SuiteS Convention Center
is an ideal place to stay, just minutes to Lenoir-Rhyne University and adjacent to
Cracker Barrel. Visit us on your way to the mountains or stay with us while attending an
Expo at the Hickory Metro Convention Center • Complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffet
Meeting Room Available • Free Wireless High-Speed Internet • All One-Room Suites
Microwave & Refrigerator • Cable TV with HBO/ESPN • In-Room Coffee Makers,
Iron, Clocks, and Ironing Boards • Pet Friendly with non-refundable fee.
1125 13th Ave Dr SE, Hickory, NC 28602 | www.choicehotels.com
direct 828.323.1211 | central reservations 800.424.6423
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FAR EASTERN FURNISHINGS
828.256.9500 | www.fareasternfurnishings.com
FLEXSTEEL SIGNATURE GALLERY BY hickory park
828.322.4440 | www.hickorypark.com
good’s furniture outlet
828.322.3471 | www.goodshomefurnishings.com
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GOOD’S HOME FURNISHINGS
828.322.3471 | www.goodshomefurnishings.com
SEASONS OUTDOOR & SUNROOM GALLERY
BY HICKORY PARK 828.322.9445
www.hickorypark.com
HENREDON FACTORY OUTLET 828.322.7111
HERITAGE FURNITURE gallery 828.855.9310
HERITAGE FURNITURE OUTLET 828.855.9310
www.heritagefurnitureoutlet.com
HICKORY DESIGNER (Interior Design Services)
828.471.7030
SLEEP TO LIVE GALLERY
BY GOOD’S HOME FURNISHINGS
828.322.3471 | www.goodshomefurnishings.com
SOUTHERN STYLE FINE FURNITURE
828.322.7000 | www.southernstylefinefurniture.com
SOUTHERN STYLE FINE FURNITURE OUTLET
828.322.7000 | www.southernstylefinefurniture.com
HICKORY OUTLET CENTER 828.256.0003
THE ATTIC BY HICKORY PARK 828.322.4440
HICKORY PARK FURNITURE GALLERIES
828.322.4440 | www.hickorypark.com
HICKORY PARK FURNITURE outlet
828.322.4440 | www.hickorypark.com
HICKORY WHITE FACTORY OUTLET
by Good’s Home Furnishings
828.322.3471 | www.goodshomefurnishings.com
highland house factory outlet 828.256.0003
THE LIGHT PLACE
828.855.9093 | www.thelightplacenc.com
THE LION’S DEN INTERIORS
828.431.3034 | www.thelionsdeninteriors.com
UNIQUE ORIENTAL RUGS & MORE BY DAVID
828.267.0808 | www.uniqueorientalrugs.net
hollin gate factory outlet 828.256.0003
VANGUARD FURNITURE FACTORY OUTLET
BY GOOD’S HOME FURNISHINGS 828.322.3471 | www.goodshomefurnishings.com
HOOKER FACTORY OUTLET 828.855.2950
www.heritagefurnitureoutlet.com
vaughn-bassett gallery by hickory park
828.322.4440 | www.hickorypark.com
labarge factory outlet 828.256.0003
wesley hall factory outlet 828.256.0003
LA-Z-BOY comfort studio BY HICKORY PARK
828.322.4440 | www.hickorypark.com
ZIBA ORIENTAL furniture and RUGS
828.326.0749 | www.zibarugs.com
LEATHER AND MORE
828.324.0668 | www.leatherandmoreinhickory.com
Other Services at Hickory Furniture Mart
TASTE FULL BEANS COFFEEHOUSE 828.322.9647
WOODEN SPOOL CAFE 828.324.7204
MAITLAND-SMITH FACTORY OUTLET 828.322.7111
MITCHELL GOLD + BOB WILLIAMS
FACTORY OUTLET 828.261.0051
NATIONAL HOME FURNISHINGS CENTER
828.324.7110 | info@kagansfurnitureonline.com
OLD HICKORY TANNERY GALLERY
BY HICKORY PARK 828.322.4440
REFLECTIONS home furnishings
828.327.8485 | www.reflectionsfurniture.com
RESOURCE DESIGN 828.322.3161
www.resourcedesignofhickory.com
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20 MILES OF FURNITURE
BERNHARDT OUTLET 4916 Hickory Blvd., Granite Falls
828.313.0795 | www.bernhardt.com
BROYHILL OUTLET 4930 Hickory Blvd., Granite Falls
828.396.8388 | www.broyhillfurniture.com
CEDAR ROCK HOME FURNISHINGS
3483 Hickory Blvd., Hudson
828.396.2361 | www.cedarrockfurniture.com
COFFEY DISCOUNT FURNITURE
4453 Hickory Blvd, Granite Falls
828.396.2900 | www.coffeyfurniturenc.com
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D. D. SUDDRETH FURNITURE CO.
1257 Norwood St., Lenoir | 828.754.6121
FABRICS & MORE 1046 3rd Ave Dr NW, Hickory
828.396.4260 | www.fabricsandmorenc.com
HAMMARY FURNITURE OUTLET
4900 Hickory Blvd., Granite Falls | 828.496.2262
THE HICKORY TREE 831 Old Lenoir Road, Hickory
828.324.1655 | www.hickorytreeconsignment.com
HOLIDAY PATIO & WICKER 3650 Hickory Blvd., Hudson
828.313.5178 | www.holidaypationc.com
KINCAID/LA-Z-BOY OUTLET
4900 Hickory Blvd., Granite Falls
828.496.2262 | www.kincaidfurniture.com/hickory
MACKIE FURNITURE CO. 13 North Main St., Granite Falls
828.396.3313 | www.mackiefurniture.com
TARHEEL HOME FURNISHINGS
3351 Hickory Blvd., Hudson | 800.809.0086
828.396.8150 | www.furnitureshoppe.com
W. E. SHAW FURNITURE CO. 1258 Hickory Blvd., Lenoir
828.728.7171 | shawwefurniturec@bellsouth.net
POTTERY & SCULPTURE
ANDY BRINKLEY STUDIO
2886 Warlicks Church Road, Connelly Springs
828.397.3928 | www.andybrinkleystudio.com
OUTLAW POTTERY STUDIO
1447 C Highland Avenue NE, Hickory | 828.896.3288
www.outlawpottery.com
HAMILTON WILLIAMS’ POTTERY STUDIO
405 E. Union St., Morganton | 828.874.0190
www.hamiltonwilliamsclayworks.com
KIM ELLINGTON POTTERY
7110 W Hwy 10, Vale
704.462.2067 | www.kimellingtonpottery.com
RETAIL SHOPPING
DOWNTOWN CONOVER 1st Avenue S and 1st Street W
www.conovernc.gov
DOWNTOWN HICKORY Union Square
www.downtownhickory.com
OTHER HOME FURNISHINGS
DOWNTOWN LENOIR
Main Street, West Avenue,
and Mulberry Street
www.cityoflenoir.com
ALMAN’S HOME FURNISHINGS
110 East 1st Street, Newton
828.464.3204 | www.almansfurniture.com
DOWNTOWN MORGANTON
Union & Sterling Streets
www.downtownmorganton.com
HICKORY FIREPLACE & PATIO
47 14th Avenue NE, Hickory
828.322.7328 | www.hickoryfireplace.com
DOWNTOWN NEWTON
Main Street and
College Avenue
www.newtonnc.gov
HICKORY ORIENTAL RUG GALLERY
2019 US Highway 70 SE, Hickory
828.327.7847 | www.hickoryorientalrugs.com
HIGHLAND WOODCRAFT
1223 Highland Avenue NE, Hickory | 828.322.1728
HOWARD’S FURNITURE & DECORATING CENTER
5794 US Highway 150 East, Denver | 704.483.2283
www.howardsfurnitureanddecoratingcenter.com
LINDY’S FURNITURE | 233 1st Avenue NW, Hickory
828.327.8986 | www.lindysfurniture.com
DOWNTOWN TAYLORSVILLE
Main Street
www.taylorsvillenc.com
DOWNTOWN VALDESE
Main Street
www.visitvaldese.com
VALLEY HILLS MALL
1960 US Highway 70 SE,
Hickory
828.328.2436
www.valleyhillsmall.com
WATSON’S FURNITURE HOUSE
1210 2nd Avenue SW, Hickory 828.322.7930
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DINING
Hickory Dining
Akito Japanese........................................................828.294.6132
Amos Howards.........................................................828.323.8753
Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar.............828.324.9011
Atlanta Bread Company.......................................828.325.8008
Backstreets Bar & Grill..........................................828.328.6479
Barnes & Noble Café..............................................828.304.4600
Bistro 127....................................................................828.328.3432
Bob Evans Restaurant...........................................828.345.0200
Buffalo Wild Wings................................................828.323.1016
Café Gouda................................................................828.267.1300
Captain D’s................................................................828.328.8005
Captain’s Galley.......................................................828.345.6333
Carolina Bagel Bakery Café................................828.328.6116
Carrabba’s Italian Grill...........................................828.322.9032
Charolais Steakhouse............................................828.328.4597
Chili’s............................................................................828.328.8447
Chipotle Mexican Grill...........................................828.322.5868
Chuck E. Cheese’s...................................................828.328.3694
Cici’s Pizza.................................................................828.345.1444
Cold Stone Creamery............................................828.267.5668
Copperbean Coffee................................................828.324.9000
Cracker Barrel...........................................................828.261.0508
Crescent Moon Café...............................................828.322.1456
Dairy Queen..............................................................828.324.8131
Dante’s Pizza.............................................................828.327.2444
Da Vinci’s Italian Restaurant...............................828.328.6101
Di’lishi Frozen Yogurt Bar....................................828.855.9553
Dos Amigos...............................................................828.323.1915
East Coast Wings....................................................828.323.9464
El Paso.........................................................................828.267.1322
Firehouse Subs.........................................................828.327.8800
Five Guys Burgers & Fries....................................828.855.3235
Four Peas in a Pod..................................................828.267.0202
Frankie’s Pizza..........................................................828.327.7775
Frogurt........................................................................828.855.3949
Geppeto’s Pizza.......................................................828.328.8818
Golden Corral...........................................................828.324.2122
Granny’s Country Kitchen....................................828.855.1659
Groucho’s Deli..........................................................828.304.4545
Ham’s Restaurant....................................................828.855.3900
Hannah’s BBQ South.............................................828.294.4227
Hatch Sandwich Bar...............................................828.322.1196
Hickory Dickory Dock............................................828.322.3625
Hickory Smokehouse BBQ..................................828.328.2300
Hickory Tavern Grill & Raw Bar..........................828.322.2699
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Highland Avenue Restuarant..............................828.267.9800
Honey Baked Ham Company & Café...............828.326.9850
Hong Kong Café......................................................828.327.8444
Hooters.......................................................................828.324.5700
IHOP.............................................................................828.261.0150
Iron Thunder Saloon & Grill.................................828.322.4523
J & S Cafeteria..........................................................828.326.8926
Jason’s Deli................................................................828.325.4938
Jimmy Johns’............................................................828.578.6044
J. McCroskey’s Irish Pub & Grille.......................828.855.3555
Josh’s...........................................................................828.324.5674
Kobe Japanese & Seafood...................................828.328.5688
Krispy Kreme Doughnut Company..................828.326.9174
Lazy Dog Smokehouse & Saloon......................828.322.3323
Longhorn Steakhouse...........................................828.322.2944
Max’ Mexican Eatery..............................................828.322.6147
Mekvilai Thai Cuisine..............................................828.322.9876
McGuire’s Pub...........................................................828.322.7263
Mellow Mushroom...................................................828.322.8491
Nagano Japanese Restaurant............................828.441.0111
NY Hibachi Buffet...................................................828.328.1001
O’Charley’s.................................................................828.431.4777
Old German Schnitzel Haus................................828.325.0800
Olde Hickory Tap Room.......................................828.322.1965
Olde Hickory Station.............................................828.322.2356
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant.........................828.345.1015
Outback Steakhouse..............................................828.328.6283
Panera Bread............................................................828.327.7928
PDQ..............................................................................828.475.0281
Post Office Barbecue............................................828.322.3065
Quizno’s......................................................................828.267.2000
Rancho Viejo.............................................................828.328.3600
Red Lobster...............................................................828.327.6113
Ruby Tuesday...........................................................828.267.2981
Sakura Japanese Cuisine......................................828.256.2277
Salsarita’s Fresh Cantina......................................828.304.2485
Santorini Grill............................................................828.855.1997
Shell’s BAR-B-Q.......................................................828.256.2275
Snack Bar...................................................................828.322.5432
Starbucks...................................................................828.322.8019
Sub Station II............................................................828.324.5306
Subway........................................................................828.324.5003
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HICKORY
Hickory’s Newest Hotel
Hickory’s only full service hotel
1385 Lenoir-rhyne boulevard | hickory, Nc 28602
tel: 828.323.1000 | fax: 828.322.4275
www.Crowneplaza.com/hickoryNC
Ask about our furniture shoppers rate.
Only hotel offering furniture shopping package.
Fitness Center • Heated Indoor Pool
Flat Screen TVs • Complimentary Hot
Breakfast • Complimentary Wired &
Wireless High-Speed Internet •
Business Center
104 10th st nW, Conover, nC 28613
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tel: 828.323.1150 | fax: 828.324.8979
www.bestwestern.com
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Sweet Frog................................................................828.855.9778
Taste Full Beans Coffeehouse............................828.325.0108
Texas Roadhouse....................................................828.325.9815
Thai Orchid................................................................828.267.2746
The Wooden Spool Café
(Inside Hickory Furniture Mart).....................828.324.7204
Tony’s Pizza...............................................................828.327.6636
Tripps...........................................................................828.324.4400
Udderly Delicious Ice Cream..............................828.324.9130
Umi Japanese Restaurant....................................828.322.5511
Village Inn Pizza Parlor.........................................828.322.2929
The Vintage House Restaurant..........................828.324.1210
Waffle House............................................................828.327.0958
Which Wich...............................................................828.324.9424
Wild Wok Asian Bistro..........................................828.322.1115
Windy City Grill........................................................828.322.1131
Youssef 242...............................................................828.324.2005
Zaxby’s........................................................................828.324.2210
Claremont Dining
Boxcar Grille..............................................................828.459.9287
Claremont Café........................................................828.459.2190
Hannah’s Bar-B-Que..............................................828.459.9889
Marely’s Pizza...........................................................828.459.7799
Conover Dining
Amalfi’s Pizza............................................................828.464.0807
Bubba’s Diner...........................................................828.465.0092
Dos Amigos...............................................................828.466.1920
El Paso.........................................................................828.466.0006
Harbor Inn Seafood................................................828.465.6641
Meedos Family Italian Restaurant.....................828.466.1446
Jin’s Buffet.................................................................828.695.8233
Nagano Japanese Restaurant............................828.466.7770
Sue’s Grill....................................................................828.459.1111
Saigon Garden..........................................................828.465.3663
Sidewalk Café...........................................................828.465.1101
Untouchables Pizza................................................828.695.9797
Waffle House............................................................828.466.0068
Washburn’s Wings..................................................704.325.3353
Newton Dining
Blue Moon Tavern....................................................828.465.6900
Callahan’s Cafe.........................................................828.465.0059
Diane’s Dairy Center..............................................828.464.8460
Geppeto’s Pizza.......................................................828.464.6293
Little Pigs...................................................................828.464.6293
Tosaka..........................................................................828.465.9977
Zander’s Coffeehouse...........................................828.465.4004
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ARTS & CULTURE
Historic Area Attractions
BALLS CREEK CAMPGROUND
2100 Buffalo Shoals Road, Catawba
www.ballscreekcampground.org
Constructed in 1853, the campground and its many
“tents” are listed on the National Register of Historic
Places. Campmeeting takes place in
mid August.
BUNKER HILL COVERED BRIDGE
Old US Highway 70, Claremont
828.465.0383 | www.catawbahistory.
org
Built in 1894, one of only two
remaining original covered bridges
in the state, and a National Civil
Engineering Landmark as the only
remaining example in the world of
General Herman Haupt’s truss design.
CATAWBA COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION
30 North College Avenue, Newton
828.465.0383 | www.catawbahistory.org
Preserves several historic sites, sponsors educational
programs, maintains
extensive archives, and
publishes historical
texts pertinent to the
area’s rich history.
CATAWBA COUNTY
MUSEUM OF HISTORY
30 North College Avenue,
on the square, Newton
828.465.0383
www.catawbahistory.org
Permanent exhibits in the adaptively reused 1924
courthouse include a rare British Revolution-era red
coat, a 1930s racing car, and fine collections of locally
crafted historical furniture and pottery.
CATAWBA VALLEY FURNITURE MUSEUM
Hickory Furniture Mart | 2220 US Highway 70 SE, Hickory
800.462.6278 | www.hickoryfurniture.com
Trace the roots of the furniture industry in Catawba
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Valley. Tour the authentic reproduction of an early
Catawba woodworking shop and see the collection of
vintage tools and furnishings.
CALDWELL HERITAGE MUSEUM
112 Vaiden St. SW, Lenoir | 828.758.4004
www.caldwellheritagemuseum.org
Dedicated to preserving and presenting the history of
Caldwell County, North Carolina, primarily through two
dozen permanent exhibits and rotating special exhibits.
FIREFIGHTERS MUSEUM OF CATAWBA COUNTY
3957 Herman Sipe Road, Conover | 828.466.0911
www.catawbacountync.gov/Fire/ffm.asp
Equipment and photos dating back to the 1900s, an
exhibit hall and six fire trucks (including a 1986 American
LaFrance pumper). Open Saturday & Sunday only.
FORT DEFIANCE
1792 Fort Defiance Drive, Lenoir
828.758.1671 | www.fortdefiancenc.org
A historic restoration of the 18th Century home of
General William Lenoir. Open April through October;
tour and group picnics are available.
HARPER HOUSE–HICKORY
HISTORY CENTER
310 North Center Street, Hickory
828.324.7294 | 828.465.0383
www.catawbahistory.org
The Harper House boats the
finest original Queen Anne
interior styling in the state and
welcomes visitors as a house
museum, interpreting Hickory
history through the numerous significant families who
lived there and Victorian life in the South, circa 1887, the
date of the house’s construction.
HISTORIC NEWTON WALKING TOUR
Main Avenue, Newton | 828.695.4266 | www.newtonnc.gov
Take a self-guided journey through the Newton North
Main Avenue historic district, with 100 historically
significant buildings including two churches and one
school adaptively reused as an administrative building
and a civic performance place.
houk’s chapel
1741 9th St NW, Hickory
828.322.4731 | www.hickorylandmarks.org
Reflecting a distinct German architectural style, the
chapel – Hickory’s oldest house of worship – was built in
1893 by the Methodist Episcopal Church South and has
housed over the years various denominations, including
Lutheran and Baptist. Guided tours by appointment.
MAPLE GROVE
542 2nd Street NE,
Hwy 127 N, Hickory
828.322.4731
www.hickorylandmarks.org
Listed on the National Register of
Historic Places, Maple Grove is a
restored Italinate-style house built
in 1883. This is a self-guided tour.
MURRAY’S MILL
1489 Murray’s Mill Road, Catawba
828.465.0383 or 828.241.4299
www.catawbahistory.org
This historic district includes the 1913
mill, 1890s Murray & Minges General
Store, 1880s wheathouse with exhibit
gallery, and the 1913 John Murray
House.
HICKORY LANDMARKS SOCIETY
542 2nd Street NE, Hickory
828.322.4731 | www.hickorylandmarks.org
Promoting cultural awareness of architecture in
the community, while preserving historic sites and
neighborhoods, the Landmarks Society’s restored
structures are open to the public. Also holds an annual
home and garden tour.
OLD BURKE COUNTY COURTHOUSE
and heritage museum
Courthouse Square,
Downtown Morganton
828.433.6793 | www.historicburke.org
Includes the Historic Burke
Foundation office, a permanent
exhibit on the courthouse, and
changing exhibits on Burke County
history.
HIDDENITE CENTER
316 Hiddenite Church Road, Hiddenite
828.632.6966 | www.hiddenitecenter.com
Located in a turn-of-the century Victorian home, visitors
can step back in time to a by-gone era and see a doll
collection from 1800s, native gems and minerals, and an
art gallery.
OLD ROCK SCHOOL
Main Street, Valdese | 828.879.2129 | www.visitvaldese.com
Located in Historic Valdese, this completely renovated
auditorium has showcased some outstanding musical
performances ranging from bluegrass to classical. Also
features two art galleries exhibiting regional and local
artists.
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OLD ST. PAUL’S LUTHERaN CHURCH
2035 Old Conover-Startown Road, Newton | 828.464.9786
www.oldstpaulslutheran.org
This weather-boarded, twostory log church was built in
1757 and remains one of the
oldest existing churches in
North Carolina. Open to the
public for Sunday afternoon
tours April through October.
PROPST HOUSE
547 6th Street NW, Hickory
828.322.4731 | www.
hickorylandmarks.org
The J. Summie Propst house, built between 1881 and
1883, is the only example of the Second Empire style in
Hickory. The focal point of the house is the three-stage
central tower with its own mansard roof and sawn work
fan ornamentation. The remarkably intact interior of the
Propst house is adorned with a variety of turned and
carved ornamentation, as well as simple mantels and
doors and window surrounds on the second floor. Open
on Thursday and Sunday afternoons.
States Senator Sam J. Ervin, Jr., a native of Morganton.
Includes his Washington desk, objects related to
Watergate, including his famous gavel, and an exact
recreation of his home library,
SOUTHEASTERN NARROW GAUGE
& SHORTLINE MUSEUM
1123 North Main Ave., Newton
828.464.3930 | www.newtondepot.com
At the restored 1924 Newton depot, see close-up views
of restored train engines and railcars that celebrate
Southeastern railroad history.
WALDENSIAN MUSEUM
208 Rodoret Street SE, Valdese
828.874.1111 | www.waldensianpresbyterian.org
Explore the history of the Waldensians and the story
of their settlement in Burke County’s town of Valdese
in one of the state’s top 10 museums according to Our
State Magazine.
WALDENSIAN TRAIL OF FAITH
401 Church Street NW, Valdese | 828.874.1893 or
800.635.4778 | www.trailoffaith.com
Explore a stone fortress and secret cave as the
Waldensian history unfolds, including tours of several
historical structures.
PERFORMING & CULTURAL ARTS
BURKE ARTS COUNCIL & GALLERY
115 Meeting Street, Morganton, 28655
828.433.7282 | www.burkearts.org
The Council organizes and sponsors art exhibits, arts
and cultural programming and placement of professional
artists in public schools for a one-week residency.
QUAKER MEADOWS
119 St. Mary’s Church Road, Morganton
828.437.4104 | www.historicburke.org
Built in 1812 by Captain Charles McDowell, Jr., this
historic home has been restored and is open for visitors.
Owned and operated by Historic Burke Foundation, it
is an outstanding example of vernacular federal style
architecture and is listed on the National Register of
Historic Places.
SENATOR SAM J. ERVIN, JR. LIBRARY
1001 Burkemont Avenue, Morganton
828.448.6195 | www.samervinlibrary.org
This special library contains the 7,500-item personal
collection and family memorabilia of the late United
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CALDWELL ARTS COUNCIL
601 College Avenue, Lenoir, 28645
828.754.2486 | www.caldwellarts.com
Featuring a gallery with changing exhibits, the
Council organizes and sponsors a national sculpture
competition annually and organizes arts programming
throughout the year.
CVCC SHOW CHOIR
828.327.7000 | www.cvcc.edu
This group performs concerts each year, including a
Christmas Concert, a Valentine Dinner Theatre and a
Spring Spectacular. Choreographed Broadway, movie
musicals and other musical styles are featured.
CATAWBA VALLEY PLAYERS 828.327.7000
This group performs several full-length theatrical
productions each year. Also offers exposure to all
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aspects of theatre, including acting, writing, technical,
stage building, makeup, costume, music and improv.
COMMA
401 South College Street, Morganton, 28655
828.438.5294 | www.commaonline.org
National and regional shows, performers and
entertainers are showcased on stage at the City of
Morganton Municipal Auditorium. The auditorium seats
1,058 people and is fully equipped with up-to-date
sound and lighting systems.
“FROM THIS DAY FORWARD”
401 Church Street NW, Valdese, 28690 | 828.879.2129
www.oldcolonyplayers.com
This historic drama depicts the plight of the
Waldensians in the Italian Alps and their eventual
arrival and settlement in Valdese in 1893.
HICKORY COMMUNITY THEATRE
30 3rd Street NW, Hickory, 28601
828.327.3855 | www.hct.org
This group provides quality comedies, musicals
and dramas performed in the beautiful Charles
E. Jeffers Theatre, and downstairs in the more
intimate Firemen’s Kitchen.
HICKORY CHORAL SOCIETY
243 3rd Ave NE # 2N, Hickory, 28601
828.322.2210 | www.hickorychoralsociety.org
The Hickory Choral Society raised its collective
voice for the first time in 1978, touching music lovers
in the Catawba Valley with the spirit of song. Today,
some 120 singers blend their voices in harmony, brought
together by a common devotion to musical excellence.
HICKORY MUSEUM OF ART
828.327.8576 | 243 3rd Avenue NE,
Hickory, 28601
www.hickorymuseumofart.org
Founded in 1944, this is the
second-oldest art museum in
the state. Enjoy works from the
permanent collection, as well as
traveling exhibitions, art classes,
workshops, tours and lectures.
LENOIR-RHYNE UNIVERSITY
625 7th Avenue NE, Hickory, NC, 28601
828.328.7300 | www.lr.edu
VISITING WRITERS SERIES – For 25 years the VWS has
welcomed diverse voices from across the country and
world, including numerous U.S Poet Laureates and
Pulitzer-Prize Winners, and organizes annually The
Little Read. visitingwriters.lr.edu
SUMMER THEATRE – Performances in late July and
early August at the Belk Centrum each year include
dramas, comedies, and musicals.
PERFORMING ARTS – Lenoir-Rhyne offers a concert
series, art exhibits, lectures, and a cinematheque film
series open to the public.
LENOIR-RHYNE PLAYMAKERS – The Playmakers offers
a main stage production in November and April, and
a February presentation alternating yearly between
children’s theatre and a student showcase event.
THE GREEN ROOM COMMUNITY THEATRE
The Old Post Office Play House | 10 S. Main Avenue,
Newton, 28658 | 828.464.6183 | www.the-green-room.org
Performing in the old post office playhouse, this
award-winning community theater features a season of
musicals, comedies, dramas, and children’s plays.
UNITED ARTS COUNCIL OF CATAWBA COUNTY
231 3rd Avenue NE, Hickory,
28601 | 828.324.4906
www.artscatawba.org
The Council develops and
advances the cultural life of
Catawba County through
theatre and performing
arts, museums and science
centers, as well as historical
preservation.
WESTERN PIEDMONT
SYMPHONY
243 3rd Avenue NE, Ste. 1-N, Hickory, 28601
828.324.8603 | www.wpsymphony.org
The professional orchestra presents an annual season of
top-notch symphonic music featuring guest artists who
are stars of classical music.
J. E. BROYHILL CIVIC CENTER
828.726.2407 | 1913 Hickory
Boulevard SE, Lenoir, 28645
www.broyhillcenter.com
Located in Lenoir, this civic center, which is operated
under the auspices of Caldwell Community College and
Technical Institute, features a 1,000-seat auditorium with
state-of-the-art lighting and sound systems, as well as
conference and banquet facilities.
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ATTRACTIONS &
RECREATION
ENTERTAINMENT & ACTIVITIES
AMF COLONIAL LANES
1951 US Highway 70 SE, Hickory, 28602
828.327.2695 | www.amf.com
Enjoy bowling, an arcade, food, and fun with
the entire family.
BO’S FAMILY FUN 1115 Blowing Rock Blvd, Lenoir, 28645
828.754.9000 | www.bosfamilyfun.com
Bowl on one of 16 traditional Brunswick bowling lanes
or enjoy the 4,500 square foot state-of-the-art arcade.
Take on the ultimate multi-level laser tag and the spin
zone bumper cars before heading outside to the 18-hole
golf challenge.
BUFFALO BEAL’S ANIMAL PARK
3259 Water Plant Road, Maiden, 28650
828.428.4388 | www.buffalobeals.com
Encounter elk, antelope, camel, ostrich, muatijak,
blackbuck, kangaroos and many other exotic and
domestic animals at this
40-acre animal park.
CARMIKE CINEMA 14
2000 Catawba Valley Blvd SE,
Hickory, 28603 | 828.304.0089
www.carmike.com
Choose from one of fourteen theaters,
four with stadium seating, six with
Dolby Digital Surround and six with
DT5 Sound.
CATAWBA SCIENCE CENTER
243 3rd Avenue NE, Hickory, 28601
828.322.8169
www.catawbasicience.org
Changing lives and inspiring
learning through science and
wonder. Permanent exhibit areas
explore Physical, Natural and Earth
sciences, while interactive traveling
exhibits rotate throughout the year.
Freshwater and saltwater aquarium
exhibits – featuring North Carolina’s only marine touch
pool with LIVE sharks and stingrays – offer exciting
hands-on learning experiences in immersive habitats.
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CHUCK E. CHEESE’S
2032 Catawba Valley Boulevard, Hickory, 28602
828.328.3694 | www.chuckecheese.com
Always a hit with the youngsters, this restaurant and
entertainment center features musical and comic
entertainment by life-size, computer-controlled robotic
characters, family-oriented games, rides and arcadestyle activities.
HICKORY CRAWDADS
2500 Clement Boulevard NW,
Hickory, 28601 | 828.322.3000
www.hickorycrawdads.com
This Class “A” affiliate of the Texas
Rangers excites over 187,555 fans
during 70 thrilling home games.
Regular season runs April–August,
with a playoff series following.
HICKORY DICKORY DOCK
825 US Highway 70 SE, Hickory
828.322.3625, 28602 | www.
hickorydickorydock.net
33,000 square feet of indoor
activities for families: bumper
cars, soft play, laser tag areas,
restaurant, pool tables, mini-golf
and more.
HICKORY MOTOR SPEEDWAY
3130 US Highway 70 SE, Newton, 28658
828.464.3655 | www.hickorymotorspeedway.com
Entertaining motor sports fans since 1950, the track
roars into action every Saturday from March to October
with the best short track racing around. Experience a
ride-along in a race car with the driver of your choice
(by appointment only).
HIDDENITE GEMS
484 Emerald Hollow Mine Drive, Hiddenite, 28636
828.632.3394 | www.hiddenitegems.com
Dig and sluice for emeralds, sapphires and more in their
natural state at the Gem Capital of the World.
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PIN STATION BOWLING & MINI GOLF
525 West A Street, Newton, 28658 | 828.466.2695
Featuring forty-two lanes, an arcade, pool tables, snack
bar, two 18-hole miniature golf courses, and a carousel.
On Fridays and Saturdays from 11 pm to 2 am, “Cosmic
Bowl” features glow-in-the-dark pins and strobe lights.
SKATELAND USA
2820 US Highway 70 SE, Newton, 28658
828.322.8824 | skatelandhickory.com
This is an Indoor skating rink offering inline roller skating,
skate rental, video games and parties.
THE BEANSTALK JOURNEY
220 Catawba Meadows Drive, Morganton, 28655
828.430.3440 | www.thebeanstalkjourney.com
Imagine being whisked away through a life-size
Ewok Village – an exhilarating network of fifteen
interconnected islands in the sky. You’ll be transported
from one tree house to the next by a series of sky
bridges and multiple zip lines. At the center of it all
you can challenge your climbing skills on the 32-foot
Beanstalk Climbing Tower and right above, on the giant
Spider’s Climbing Web.
WINERies & VINEYARDS
carolina mist winery
126 Mulberry Street NW, Lenoir, 28645
828.754.46606 | www.carolinamistwinery.com
CERMINARO VINEYARD
4399 Wilkesboro Blvd, Boomer, 28606
828.754.9306 | www.cerminarovineyard.com
GINGER CREEK VINEYARDS
858 John Cline Road, Taylorsville, 28681 | 828.312.4362
LAKE JAMES CELLARS
204 East Main Street (Hwy. 70), Glen Alpine, 28690
828.584.4551 | www.lakejamescellars.com
raintree cellars
521 E Highway 70, Hildebran, 28637
828.397.5643 | www.raintreecellars.com
silver fork Vineyard & Winery
5000 Patton Road, Morganton, 28655
828.391.8783 | www.silverforkwinery.com
six waterpots Winery
4040 James Dr., Hudson, 28638
828.728.5099 | www.tudorhousewine.com
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WALDENSIAN HERITAGE WINES
4950 Villar Lane NE, Valdese, 28690
828.879.3202 | www.waldensianheritagewines.com
WOODMILL WINERY
1350 Woodmill Lane, Vale, 28168
704.276.9911 | www.woodmillwinery.com
PUBLIC PARKS
The Hickory Metro region
features a number of
beautiful parks and
recreational facilities for
your enjoyment. For more
information on these parks
and others, please call the
Hickory Metro Convention
& Visitors Bureau at
828.322.1335.
BAKERS MOUNTAIN PARK
6680 Bakers Mountain
Road, Hickory, 28602
828.324.8461
Bakers Mountain Park,
the highest point in
Catawba County at 1780
feet, features 189 acres
of mature chestnut oak
forest with nearly six
miles of trail to explore.
You will experience a
variety of wildlife and
plants that are native
to the North Carolina
Mountains. Come and
explore the beauty and diversity of Catawba
County’s natural heritage at Bakers Mountain
Park.
CATAWBA MEADOWS
701 Sanford Dr., Morganton, 28655
828.438.5350
Park offers greenway access, boating access,
baseball complex, pavilion shelter, batting cages,
canoe, bike, rafting rental shop.
GLENN HILTON, JR. MEMORIAL PARK
2000 6th Street NW, Hickory, 28601 | 828.322.7046
Featuring five picnic shelters with tables and grills, two
playgrounds, restrooms, gazebo, lighted and paved
walking trail, nature boardwalk, 18-hole disc golf course,
canoe launch, horseshoe pits and a memorial garden.
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HENRY FORK RIVER REGIONAL RECREATIONAL PARK
5677 Sweet Bay Lane, Hickory, 28602 | 828.322.2671
This beautiful park includes a picnic shelter with tables
and grills, seven soccer fields, Alpine Tower ropes
course, two playgrounds, restrooms, paved walking trail,
and canoe launch.
THE IVEY ARBORETUM IN CAROLINA PARK
125 3rd Street NE, Hickory, 28601 | 828.323.7500
A collection of over 400 labeled species of native
and rare trees and shrubs within a three-acre park.
Self-guided and guided tours available.
J. E. BROYHILL PARK
509 Ridge Street NW, Lenoir, 28645 | 828.757.2187
The city of Lenoir operates this park located
downtown on Ridge Street. It is the site of a
nationally recognized outdoor sculpture
competition sponsored each year by
Caldwell Arts Council.
JACOBS FORK PARK
3730 Hwy 10 West, Newton, 28658 | 828.695.4317
This park consists of two softball fields, bleachers,
dugouts, a concession building, restrooms, and
paved parking lots.
JAYCEE PARK
1515 12th Street Drive NW, Hickory, 28601 | 828.322.1989
Features an outdoor basketball court, lighted softball
field, playground equipment and restrooms.
KIWANIS PARK
805 6th Street SE, Hickory, 28602 | 828.322.7636
This park features two picnic shelters with tables and
grills, tennis court, outdoor basketball court, four lighted
baseball fields, two playgrounds, horseshoe pits, walking
trail, rest rooms and two concession stands.
LAKE JAMES STATE PARK
6883 Hwy 126, Nebo, 28761 | 828.584.7728
Hiking, swimming, boating, fishing and picnicking are all
available at this 564-acre state park with five miles of
shoreline on Lake James.
MATHESON PARK
100 Matheson Park Ave., Taylorsville, 28681 | 828.632.2218
Matheson Park is a seven-acre family park with
playground equipment, cookout facilities, sheltered eating
areas, restrooms, volleyball area, and a walking trail.
MCGALLIARD FALLS PARK
Church Street, Valdese, 28690 | 828.879.2132
McGalliard Falls Park offers a beautiful waterfall, Grist
Mill, group picnic shelter, and playground.
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RIVER BEND PARK
6700 Hwy 16 N, Conover, 28613 | 828.256.9157
River Bend Park was designed to preserve the existing
natural beauty of the area, the 475-acre scenic park
features walking, horseback and riding trails, fishing,
rafting, canoeing, and wildlife observation decks.
SOUTH MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
3001 South Mountain Park Ave., Connelly Springs, 28612
828.433.4772
The park’s 16,000 acres offers hiking, horseback, and
bike riding along its mountain trails. It also offers
numerous waterfalls and cascades, as well as camping,
picnic areas, and fishing.
SOUTHSIDE PARK
1775 Southwest Blvd., Newton, 28658 | 828.695.4317
A 27-acre park featuring group picnic shelters,
amphitheater, concession and restroom facilities,
playground area, informal ball field, sand volleyball
court, horseshoe pits, one mile walking trail and an
open area for activities.
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STANFORD PARK & HIGHLAND RECREATION CENTER
1451 8th Street Drive NE, Hickory, 28601 | 828.328.3997
The park consists of 25 acres with a three-field adult
softball/baseball complex, outdoor skate park &
basketball court, picnic shelter, two playgrounds and a
paved walking trail.
STEELe CREEK PARK
7081 Hwy 181 N, Morganton, 28655 | 828.433.5660
Steel Creek features a cool mountain creek, sandy
white beaches, a high diving board, giant waterslide,
swimming area, full camping hook ups, putt-putt course,
fishing, grill, game room and picnic area.
T. H. BROYHILL WALKING PARK
945 Lakewood St SW, Lenoir, 28645 | 828.757.2165
Managed by the Lenoir Parks and Recreation Department,
this .43-mile paved walking park is surrounded by an
oriental-inspired botanical garden with a lake, waterfowl,
trees and flowers. Public restrooms available.
TUTTLE educational state forest
3420 Playmore Beach Road, Lenoir, 28645
828.757.5608
Tuttle is a 290-acre forestland managed by the N.C.
Division of Forest Resources and the Tuttle Forest
Foundation and includes a variety of pines and
hardwoods, plus a rolling terrain accessible by a series of
trails accented with exhibits and displays which explain
the ecology of the forest. Forest rangers conduct classes
and guide tours especially created for schoolchildren
to learn more about soil, water, wildlife, and timber and
forest management.
UPPER CATAWBA RIVER CANOE TRAIL
828.464.0405
Trail starts at the Linville Access at Lake James and continues to Lookout Shoals Access near Lookout Shoals Dam.
WILSON CREEK
NATIONAL WILD & SCENIC RIVER
7805 Brown Mountain Beach Road, Collettsville, 28611
828.759.0005
One of Caldwell County’s most scenic wilderness areas
with fast moving mountain streams originating
at the base of Grandfather Mountain.
Swimming, canoeing, fishing, camping
and hiking are available.
WINKLER PARK
2500 Clement Blvd NW, Hickory, 28601 |
828.322.7046
Winkler Park has picnic shelters equipped
with tables and grills, playground equipment, restroom,
nature trails, and horseshoe pits.
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GOLF
BRUSHY MOUNTAIN
COUNTRY CLUB
300 Golf Course Lane,
Taylorsville, 28681
828.632.4804
www.brushymountaingolf.com
The semi-private course,
designed by golf architect,
William Lewis, Jr. in 1963 is
noted as the best golf value
in the Piedmont. Players of
all skill levels will enjoy the
country club amenities at
the public course prices. Golf
memberships are presently
available.
catawba springs
GOLF course
3820 Wandering Lane NE,
Hickory, 28601 | 828.256.2171
A scenic and challenging
27-hole course designed by
William Byrd. Combining the
Fox Run and Sulphur Springs
courses offers a par 72,
6610-yard course from the blue tees. Open to the public
Tuesday through Thursday only. Open April 1 through
September 1.
D. L. TEE GOLF
3005 US Highway 70 SE, Newton, 28658
828.322.1599 | www.dlteegolf.com
Open year round & consisting of 25 natural grass hitting
stations. Fine tune your stroke at our 5,000 square foot
putting green. Work on your short game at our unique
chipping complex which includes two sand bunkers &
one grass bunker.
GLEN OAKS GOLF CLUB
245 Golf Course Road, Maiden, 28650
828.428.2451 | www.glenoaksgolf.com
Glen Oaks Golf Club is an 18 hole, semi-private course
located in Maiden. Golf is available to everyone, with
special programs for seniors, men, ladies, and juniors.
Amenities include a pro shop, driving range, snack bar,
banquet facility, bar, picnic shelter and pool.
GRANADA FARMS
10 River Drive, Granite Falls, 28630 | 828.396.2313
The 18-hole course features 6,761 yards of golf from the
longest tees for a par of 72. Designed by Tom Jackson,
the Granada Farms golf course opened in 1976.
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HAMPTON HEIGHTS GOLF CLUB
1700 5th Street NE, Hickory, 28601
828.328.5010 | www.hamptonheightsgc.com
Hampton Heights Golf Club, a public course opened
in 1973, is just a short drive from the shopping and
accommodations in Hickory, making it convenient and
easy for visitors to the area. Also, features an outdoor
put-put course.
LENOIR GOLF CLUB
701 Norwood Street SW, Lenoir, 28645
828.754.5093 | www.lenoirgolfclub.com
The 18-hole course at the Lenoir Golf Club facility in
Lenoir, North Carolina features 6,385 yards of golf from
the longest tees for a par of 71. The course rating is
71.3 and it has a slope rating of 125 on Bermuda grass.
Designed by Donald J. Ross, ASGCA, the Lenoir golf
course opened in 1929.
ORCHARD HILLS GOLF CLUB
2515 Connelly Springs Rd, Granite Falls, 28630 |
828.728.3560
The semi-private, 18-hole course features 6,134 yards of
golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. The course
rating is 68.9 and it has a slope rating of 111 on Bermuda
grass. Orchard Hills golf course opened in 1963.
PINE MOUNTAIN GOLF CLUB
2961 Pine Mountain Dr, Connelly Springs, 28655 |
828.433.4950
The 18-hole course at the Pine Mountain Golf Course
facility features 4,949 yards of golf from the longest
tees for a par of 68. The course rating is 62.8 and it has
a slope rating of 103 on Blue grass. Designed by Paul
Melard, the Pine Mountain golf course opened in 1974.
QUAKER MEADOWS GOLF CLUB
826 North Green Street, Morganton, 28655
828.437.2677 | www.qmgolf.com
This public 18-hole course is located along the Catawba
River in Burke County. Featuring 6,704 yards of golf
from the longest tees for a par of 71. The course rating
is 69.6 and it has a slope rating of 111. Designed by
Russell F. Breedon, the Quaker Meadows golf course
opened in 1963.
ROCK BARN GOLF & SPA
3791 Clubhouse Dr, Conover, 28613 | 828.459.1125 or
882.459.9279 | www.rockbarn.com
With 36 holes of award-winning golf, the Robert Trent
Jones, Jr. Course, a recipient for multiple awards and
honors is ranked 19th in the state by North Carolina
Magazine. This semi-private community also offers
casual as well as fine dining, a luxurious, full-service
spa, a fitness center, an outdoor swimming complex,
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a spacious tennis complex and a variety of real estate
opportunities. Golf, dining and Spa services are open to
the public 7 days a week year-round. Jones course voted
“Best New Golf Course in North Carolina” by NCCBI
Magazine in 2003.
SILVER CREEK PLANTATION
4241 Plantation Dr, Morganton, 28655
828.584.6911 | www.silvercreekplantation.com
A championship design by Tom Jackson, one of today’s
leading golf architects. The par 72, 18-hole layout
has five sets of tees to accommodate and challenge
golfers of all skill levels. It includes Bermuda fairways,
immaculate bent grass greens, a sophisticated irrigation
system and concrete cart paths. Breathtaking views
of mountains, ponds and streams enhance the golfing
experience.
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