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Lynn Brandon
May 18, 2021
Gaston County Mountains in the Piedmont
When the world was put on hold in 2020, the great outdoors became the Great Escape. Mountains and water adventures are tonic for the...
Melissa McCauley
Apr 27, 2021
Gaston County Celebrates the ‘Power of Travel’
Belmont, NC — National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), the annual celebration of the contributions of the U.S. travel industry, will...
Melissa McCauley
Apr 27, 2021
Gaston County’s Tourism Industry Can Help Drive an Economic Rebound
Taking place May 2-8, National Travel & Tourism Week is an annual celebration of the U.S. travel industry’s contributions and a reminder...
Melissa McCauley
Apr 22, 2021
Preserving our land and water
Welcome To The Outdoors! Gaston County is committed to preserving natural spaces, not only to sustain the environment but to offer...
Melissa McCauley
Mar 23, 2021
3 Great Trails in Kings Mountain
Kings Mountain offers three great trails including the Sidewalk Connector, Gateway Trail and Kings Mountain State Park Trail. Afterwards,...
Melissa McCauley
Feb 23, 2021
Trail Tuesday in Gaston County
Gaston County offers numerous natural resources providing amazing opportunities to get outside and enjoy nature. We are encouraging folks...
Melissa McCauley
Feb 23, 2021
The Lake Loop at Crowders Mountain State Park
Lake Loop If you are in the area, (Gaston County located just west of Charlotte, NC) and looking for quick and easy trail to hike, look...
Melissa McCauley
Jan 27, 2021
Rocky Branch Park Trail Enhancement in Belmont
Rocky Branch Park, a popular recreational park, recently received upgrades to make it a must see outdoor attraction for visitors to...
Melissa McCauley
Dec 12, 2019
Sytz Trail System great addition to Warlick Y
The Warlick Family YMCA, which opened late last year, offers its members a host of amenities including two large indoor pools, a plethora...
Melissa McCauley
Dec 11, 2019
The Best Hikes in Gaston
Plant your hiking boot atop the rocky outcroppings on Crowders Mountain and scan the horizon for a bird’s eye view of the Charlotte...
Melissa McCauley
Dec 11, 2019
Biking the Backroads and Trails of Gaston County
Road Rides Let’s say it’s a recovery day, or maybe you’re taking the family out for some bicycle bonding time. Consider peddling...
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