Huntersville Athletic Park
Address:
11720 Verhoeff Drive
Huntersville, NC 28078
Directions:
From I-77, exit 23; Gilead Rd. to Statesville Road (NC21); Statesville Road (NC21) South
to Verhoeff Dr.; Left on Verhoeff Dr.; Park is located 1/4
mile on your right.
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Built
in 1997, Huntersville Athletic Park has something for everyone.
Whether your participate in organized sports, enjoy walking
your dog, or just relaxing under a shade tree this park can
satisfied your recreational needs.
Amenities:
4- Baseball Fields
Mountain Bike Trails
Soccer Field
Picnic Area/Grills
.3 mile paved walking Trail
Rental Pavilion
Multipurpose Field Benches
2- Playgrounds |
Greenway Park
Address:
Corner of Greenway and Dallas Drives.
Huntersville, NC 28078
Directions:
From I77, exit 23; Gilead Rd. to Rte 115; Rte 115 South
to Greenway Dr.; Right on Greenway Dr.; 1/2 mile to park;
park will be on right.
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Greenway
Park is a small neighborhood park on the corner of Greenway
and Dallas Streets. Shaded by trees, this quiet park offers
a great place to relax and unwind. Come read a book under the
large oak tree or enjoy the playground structure and swings.
Amenities:
Benches
1- Playground
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Abernathy Park
Address:
Glendale Drive; between 4th and 5th streets
Huntersville, NC 28078
Directions:
From I77, exit 23; Gilead Rd. to Rte 115; Rte 115 North
to Ramah Church Rd.; Right on Ramah Church Rd. to Glendale
Dr.; Right on Glendale Dr.; 2 blocks to park; park will
be on right.
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This
2-acre park is locate on Glendale Drive; between Fourth and
Fifth Streets. In 2004, Abernathy Park went through some renovations,
which include a new full court basketball court and a brand
new playground. This park is a great place for a fun day outside
in the park.
Amenities:
1- Softball Field
Basketball Court
Benches
1- Playground |
Hambright Soccer Fields
Address:
Located behind Blythe Elementary School on Hambright
Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
Directions:
From I77, exit 23; Gilead Rd. to Hwy 21; Hwy 21South to
Hambright Road.; Left on Hambright Road.; 1/4 mile to park;
park will be on right.
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This
ten acre site houses multiple soccer/football fields varying
in sizes. The Town of Huntersville leases this land from Charlotte
Mecklenburg Schools. All fields have bermuda turf.
Amenities:
3-Soccer/Multipurpose Fields |
Holbrook Park
Address:
100 Sherwood Drive
Huntersville, NC 28078
Directions:
From I77, exit 23; east on Gilead Rd.
to Sherwood Dr.; Turn left onto Sherwood Dr.; 1/2 block
to park; park will be on the right.
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This
neighborhood park on Sherwood Drive, next to Huntersville Elementary
School, offers the community a wonderful place to enjoy an afternoon.
With tennis courts, a playground structure, swings, restroom
facilities, and a covered picnic shelter, this park is definitely
a place to visit in Huntersville.
Amenities:
Nature Trail
Picnic Area/Grills
1-Rental Pavilion
1-Gazebo
Benches
1- Playground
6 -Tennis Courts
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North Mecklenburg Park
Address:
16131 Old Statesville Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
Directions:
From I77, exit 23; Gilead Rd to rte 115; Rte 115 North;
park will be 1 1/2 miles on left
From I77, exit 25; Sam Furr
Rd East to Rte 115 south; park will be 1/2 mile on right
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Turned
over to the Town in July of 1999, this Park offers over 100
acres of recreation fun. North Mecklenburg Park is located in
the north end of Huntersville on Old Statesville Road at 16131
Old Statesville Rd. These aesthetic surroundings offer recreational
activities for the entire family to enjoy. This park received
the Outstanding Park Award from the National Softball Association
in 2002.
Amenities:
4- Softball Fields
Mountain Bike Trails
2- Soccer Fields
Picnic Area/Grills
.5mile paved track
2- Rental Pavilions
Benches
2- Playground
4 -Basketball Courts
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Waymer Park
Address:
14200 Holbrooks Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
Directions:
From I77, exit 23; east on Gilead Rd to Rte 115; Rte 115
South to Holbrooks Rd.; Left on Holbrooks Rd.; 1 & 1/2
blocks to park; park will be on the right.
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This 13 acre park is located on Holbrooks Road, This park consists of one lighted adult softball field, one youth softball field, a multipurpose field, covered shelter with restrooms, two outdoor basketball courts and a playground structure. Picnic tables are located around the site, making this a perfect place for an outdoor barbecue.
Amenities:
2- Softball Fields
1- Soccer Field
Picnic Area/Grills
1-Rental Pavilion
Benches
1- Playground
2 -Basketball Courts |
Main & Maxwell
Directions:
From I77, exit 23; East approximately 2 miles to Maxwell
Street. North on Maxwell.
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This small
neighborhood park offers amenities like none other in the Town
limits. This site includes a large, covered shelter and an old
caboose. During the summer, this park is the site for the Main
and Maxwell Market. Local farmers have joined this farmer's
market to offer locally grown produce to Huntersville Residents.
Activities at this site also include the annual LaLaCaboosa
Festival. |
Waymer Center
Address:
14200 Holbrooks Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
Directions:
From I77, exit 23; Gilead Rd to Rte 115; Rte 115 South to
Holbrooks Rd.; Left on Holbrooks Rd.; 1 & 1/2 blocks
to complex; complex will be on right.
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Located on Holbrooks Road, this recreation center consists of an 8,000sq. ft. indoor gymnasium. The Waymer Center is home to the department's after-school and summer camp programs. The Center can also be rented for a minimal fee. This gymnasium facility is now air-conditioned. To make arrangements for your next family gathering, birthday party, or sports practice, please call the parks and recreation department at 704.766.2220.
Amenities:
Rental Facilities
Basketball Courts |
Arts & Cultural Center
Address:
109 S. Old Statesville Rd.
Huntersville, NC 28078
Directions:
From I77, exit 23; Gilead Rd. to Rte 115; Rte 115 south;
center will be on left 1/2 block off of Gilead Rd.
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The Arts and Cultural
Center was formerly the North Mecklenburg Branch Library.
This 1,500sq.ft center is available for public meetings, programs
and other events. This facility has off street parking for
twenty cars. Building capacity is 50 people.
The Arts & Cultural Center offers
a variety of programs throughout the year. The room can also
be rented for a minimal fee. To make arrangements for your
next family gathering, birthday party, meeting, please call
the Parks and Recreation Department at 704.766.2220
Amenities:
Rental Facilities |
Huntersville Elementary Gym
Address:
200 Gilead Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
Directions:
From I77, exit 23; Gilead Rd. to Sherwood Dr.; turn left
onto Sherwood Dr.; 1/2 block to park; parking lot and entrance
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Located on Gilead Road,
this joint venture between the Town Huntersville and Charlotte-Mecklenburg
Schools in 2000 has provided further recreation opportunities
for Huntersville residents as well as students of Huntersville
Elementary.
The Department will offer a variety
of programs throughout the year and the gym will be open at
certain times for open play. The gym can also be rented for
a minimal fee.
Amenities:
Rental Facilities
Basketball Courts |
Torrence Creek Elementary
Address:
14550 Ranson Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
Directions:
From I-77, exit 23; go west on Gilead Rd. to Ranson Rd.; turn right onto Ranson Rd.; School is a ½ mile on the right.
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Located on Ranson Road, this joint venture in 2005 between the Town of Huntersville and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools has provided extra recreational opportunities for Huntersville residents as well as students of Torrence Creek Elementary.
The location offers a large multi-purpose room and two youth softball fields which will allow the Department to offer a variety of recreational classes and programs as well as the much needed field space.
Amenities:
Multi-purpose room and two youth softball fields |
Lake Norman Charter School
Address:
12435 Old Statesville Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
Directions:
From I-77, exit 23; go east on Gilead Rd. to Old Statesville Rd.; Right on Old Statesville Rd.; School is 2 miles on the right.
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This joint venture in 2007 between the Town of Huntersville and Lake Norman Charter School, offers a brand new recreational facility. The Charter School has a full-sized gym as well as a multi-purpose room for recreational classes and programs. This is a great opportunity for Huntersville residents and Lake Norman Charter School students to utilize such a great facility.
Amenities:
Full-size Gymnasium
Multi-Purpose Room |
Richard Barry Memorial Park
Address:
13707 Beatties Ford Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
Directions:
From I-77, exit 23; go west on Gilead Rd. and continue to go west as Gilead Road turns into Bud Henderson Rd. continue on Bud Henderson Road as it will end at the intersection Beatties Ford Road. Barry Park will be at the intersection of Bud Henderson Rd. and Beatties Ford Rd.
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Brand new for 2008, Barry Park is the first Huntersville park west of I-77. Barry Park includes 6 soccer/multi-purpose fields, playground, walking trail, and shelter. This park provides an excellent opportunity to meet the growing recreational needs of the town.
Amenities:
6 Soccer/Multi-purpose fields
Playground Area
Rental Shelter/Picnic Tables
Walking Trail |
