Itinerary · Full day

The outdoors day

River, trail, and garden — the three landscapes that define Belmont, in one long day outside.

Best for: Spring and fall. Bring water; the trail segments have no services.

  1. 1

    Morning on the river

    Start at Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park on the Catawba while it's cool.

    Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park — details
  2. 2

    Seven Oaks Preserve Trail

    Late morning in the woods on the Carolina Thread Trail segment.

  3. 3

    Daniel Stowe Conservancy

    Spend the afternoon at the gardens on the South New Hope Road peninsula. Check admission and hours on the official site.

    Daniel Stowe Conservancy — details
  4. 4

    Dinner back downtown

    End where the day should end — Main Street.

Hours, admission, and availability change — confirm each stop with the place itself before you go. Save stops to your own plan to remix this day.

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