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HARMON FIELD

Along Pacolet River, find log cabin, covered picnic area, fishing deck, playground, horseshoe pits, track, tennis courts, baseball fields, and horse show arenas. Open to public. Log cabin and covered picnic area available by reservation (small fee for log cabin rental).

Harmon Field Road
Tryon, NC
828-859-6655


Harmon Field BBQ Festival

   
Rogers Park Shelter

ROGERS PARK

200-seat amphitheater and reception-gathering area. Small creek and short trails meander through park. Rock walls and beautiful landscaping. Local events and performances. Can reserve for private functions.

Howard Street
Tryon, NC
Town Hall: 828-859-6655


 

   

PEARSON'S FALLS

Easy, well-maintained hiking trails, picnic areas, wildflowers, birds, rushing river, and 90-foot waterfall. Closed Mondays (year around) and Tuesdays (Nov 1 - Mar 1). Nominal admission fee.

Pearson's Falls Road off Pacolet River Scenic Byway (Hwy 176)
Saluda, NC
828-749-3031


Pearson's Falls

   
FENCE Boardwalk
FOOTHILLS EQUESTRIAN NATURE CENTER (FENCE)

Hiking and horseback riding trails, nature center, pond with boardwalk, and picnic area. 390-acre nature preserve. Equestrian events, bird walks, concerts, and more throughout year. Free and open to the public. Lodge available for private gatherings with reservation and rental fee.

3381 Hunting Country Road
Tryon, NC
828-859-9021
www.fence.org


   

WOODLAND PARK

Rustic natural trails for short hikes. Benches and meandering stream.

Chestnut Street
Tryon, NC


Woodland Park

   
McCREERY PARK

Covered picnic area, playground, and tennis courts.

Saluda, NC


   
GIBSON PARK POOL

Public swimming pool (open seasonally) and picnic area. Fee for pool use (annual pass available).

236 Park Street
Columbus, NC
828-894-2646


Gibson Park Pool
   
Stearns Park

STEARNS PARK

Picnic area, walking track, basketball court, gazebo. Located across from historic Polk County Courthouse.

Mills Street
Columbus, NC


   

VETERANS PARK

Fountain with memorial to veterans of Polk County, picnic tables, water tap. Located across from historic courthouse.

South Peak Street
Columbus, NC


   
 
 

Polk County Travel & Tourism
20 E Mills Street  ·  PO Box 308  ·  Columbus, NC 28722
1-800-440-7848 · email: visitpolk@nc-mountains.org

 
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