Greensboro, NC 2008 Official Visitor & Dining Guide - (Page 20) Outdoor Activities Gibson Park Nine miles of the Bicentennial Greenway runs by the park, in addition to three miles of natural trails, two softball/baseball fields, two soccer fields and three shelters. Call for hours and rental fees. 5207 W. Wendover Ave, between Premier Dr. and Tarrant Rd., High Point. 336-454-0259. The Greensboro Arboretum See 12 different labeled plant collections, special garden displays and distinctive features within a 17-acre portion of Lindley Park. The natural beauty of this area is inviting, and the planted collections provide year-round appeal. Monthly horticulture education programs offered fall, winter and spring months at The Arboretum Education Center, 401 Ashland Dr. Call for program schedule. Greensboro’s Public Gardens are facilities of the Greensboro Parks & Recreation Dept., developed in cooperation with Greensboro Beautiful, Inc. Hours: Daily, sunrise-sunset. Near W. Wendover Ave. at W. Market St. 336-373-2199. www.greensborobeautiful.org Greensboro Jaycee Park The park offers a variety of sports facilities, including Stoner-White Stadium, Spec Evatt Baseball Field, Spencer Love Tennis Center with 13 championship courts; two volleyball/ badminton courts and playground areas for children. Fee may be charged for some events. Forest Lawn Dr., off Pisgah Church Rd., adjacent to Country Park. 336-545-5310. www.greensboro-nc.gov/leisure Greensboro Parks & Recreation Dept. Trail System More than 80 miles of trails and greenways, including natural trails surrounding reservoirs, paved greenways that traverse linear parks, and trails in local parks and gardens. Hours: Daily, most trails are open sunrise to sunset; refer to posted hours when using park trails. 336-373-2574. www.greensboro-nc.gov/leisure Hagan-Stone Park Consists of 409 acres of natural area with hiking/biking trails, lakes, woods, various open areas and playgrounds. Pedal boats and miniature golf rentals available on weekends during the summer months. Camp Joy’s seasonal swimming pool is located 1/4 mile from campground. Camping facilities include RV/trailer with water and electrical hook-ups and tent sites. 5920 Hagan-Stone Park Rd., south of Greensboro, off US Hwy. 421, Pleasant Garden. 336-674-0472. www.greensboro-nc.gov/leisure Haw River State Park Features an environmental education center and conference facilities accommodating day and overnight opportunities in a 300-acre park. Home to wetlands of the upper Haw River over a natural ecosystem on the NC Birding Trail. Call for hours. 339 Conference Center Dr., Browns Summit. 336-342-6163. www.ncsparks.net Oka T. Hester Park Features a softball field, horseshoe pits, lake with piers, and three sand volleyball courts. Football and soccer fields can be rented. Park has an 11-court tennis facility, walking trails, an exercise course and the Trotter Recreation Center. Hours: Daily, 8 amsunset. Fee may be charged for some activities. Southwest Greensboro on Ailanthus St. at Groometown Rd. or Vandalia. 336-218-8317. www.greensboro-nc.gov/leisure Northeast Park Consists of 374 acres with hiking, biking, and equestrian trails, canoe and kayak launch, fishing pond, playground, horse corral, athletic fields, shelters, a Meeting & Event Center available for rental, and a seasonal Aquatic Center. Call for hours and fees. 3421 Northeast Park Drive, off Hwy. 29 N., Gibsonville. 336-375-7722. www.northeastpark.net Piedmont Environmental Center Piedmont Environmental Center (PEC) maintains 376 acres of protected land with miles of hiking trails. The Guilford County Bicentennial Greenway is accessible at PEC, along with foot trails. PEC offers international ecotours, kayak and canoe trips, school programming, scout programs and homeschool programs. Trails open daily, sunrise to sunset. Main Building is open Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm. 1220 Penny Road, High Point. 336-883-8531. www.piedmontenvironmental.com Tanger Family Bicentennial Garden & adjacent David Caldwell Historic Park A long-time Greensboro favorite, the Bicentennial Garden features flowering and deciduous trees, shrubs and annual beds containing mass and design plantings that bring color to the garden throughout the year. The adjacent Caldwell Park was established in honor of the Rev. Dr. David Caldwell (1725-1824), whose home and famous "Log College" school for young men were originally located on the site. Greensboro’s Public Gardens are facilities of the Greensboro Parks & Recreation Dept., developed in cooperation with Greensboro Beautiful, Inc. Hours: Daily, sunrise-sunset. 1105 Hobbs Rd., north of W. Friendly Ave. 336-373-2199. www.greensborobeautiful.org Triad Park Features seven sand volleyball courts; nine sets of horseshoe pits; an asphalt path system for walkers, in-line skaters and cyclists; children’s playgrounds; small fishing pond; rock climbing playground; a softball and soccer field; picnic tables with grills; a hiking trail; six picnic shelters; and restroom buildings. Hours: Nov.-Feb., 7am-6:30pm; March 7am-8:30pm; Apr.-Oct. 7am-9:30pm. Woodland Hall available for rent: call for reservations. 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