This section of the guide contains information from the original Live Healthy Cleveland County site.
Our Physical Activity Resources section includes information on the following, please click the link to go straight to the section:
- Local Trails
- Regional Parks
- Burns District
- Crest District
- Shelby District
- Kings Mountain District
- Community Buildings and Schools
| Local Trails | |
| Broad River Greenway | Address: 126 Broad River Drive, Shelby, NC, 28152 |
| Admissions: Admission stickers are free for county residents, and $50 for some out of county residents. You must bring valid ID and phone number to ranger station for both forms of sticker. Description: The 1500-acre Greenway has 15 miles of natural surface trails, and is a great place to ride, hike, or picnic. Other Important Info: Hours are located on website. Phone: (704) 434-0040 |
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| Carl Spangler Trail | Address: 940 West Grover Street, Shelby, NC 28150 |
| Admissions: Free Description: The Carl Spangler Trail, a section of the Carolina Thread Trail, offers shady walks along the First Broad River and connects the First Broad River to Grover Street with a natural surface path. The trail ends at the connection to the Carolina Harmony Trail. Phone: (704) 484-6866 |
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| Carolina Harmony Trail | Address: 412 West Sumter Street, Shelby, NC 28150 |
| Admissions: Free Description: The Carolina Harmony Trail (formerly known as Shelby RAIL Trail) is a trail system that will include 0.2 miles of unused railroad corridor that runs through Shelby, Patterson Springs, and Earl. The Carolina Harmony Trail will be a premiere trail that walkers, runners, and bicyclists of all ages and fitness levels can easily enjoy for years to come. Other Important Info: Section 1 starts at the Sunset Cemetery (412 West Sumter Street, Shelby, NC 28150) Phone: (704) 484-6866 |
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| Carolina's Land of Rhythm & Roots Walking Trail | Address: 103 South Lafayette Street, Shelby, NC 28150 |
| Admissions: Free Description: This self-guided walking tour in Shelby highlights historic structures dating back to the 1850's which includes Webbley, a national historic landmark and house of O. Max Gardner, a 1907 Classic Revival Courthouse which now houses the Earl Scruggs Center and much more. This trail also includes "Beyond the Square" locations including historical monuments that are not around the uptown Shelby square. Other Important Info: This trail is broken up by stops. Please check the website for detailed information. Phone: (704) 487-8521 |
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| First Broad River Trail / Carolina Thread Trail | Address: 940 W Grover St, Shelby, NC 28150 |
| Admissions: Free Description: The first Broad River Trail is a natural surface trail that follows the First Broad River. 1.5 miles one way. Other Important Info: To get on the trail, you must cross a suspension bridge. Phone: (704) 484-4772 |
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| Kings Mtn. Downtown Historical Walking Tour | Address: 301 North Piedmont Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 |
| Admissions: Free Description: This walking tour of Kings Mountain, NC is one of the hundred of interactive walking tours available on Clio. Users of this website can enjoy free audio narrations, links to related books and articles, and directions to each stop along the 4.2 mile route. Other Important Info: The walking tour starts at the Southern Arts Society in Kings Mountain. The walking tour ends at the amphitheater in Patriot's Park. |
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| Kings Mtn. Gateway Trail & Downtown Connector | Address: 807 South Battleground Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 |
| Admissions: Free Description: The Kings Mountain Gateway Trail and Downtown Connector is a 9.9-mile trail that offers tranquil views skirting the rim of an active quarry, following old mining roads. Other Important Info: The trailhead provides parking, restrooms, office, kiosk, picnic tables, and a picnic shelter. The trail also offers mile markers, benches, a butterfly garden, and a beautiful overlook. Phone: (704) 739-9663 |
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| Year of the Trail | Address: Check website for specific trails |
| Admissions: Free Description: The Year of the Trail is a campaign established by the Great Trails State Coalition in hopes of spreading a message across the state of North Carolina of how and where to experience trails. This website provides access to beautiful landscapes, healthy recreation, and the ability to stimulate local economies by providing access to all trails in North Carolina counties. |
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