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Visit North Carolina | What path will you take in Hickory Metro?


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Your two options are both fun, don’t worry. Power up your favorite podcast and enjoy a scenic stroll on the Riverwalk? Or ride your bike along the City Walk, stopping occasionally to pop into shops and break for a cold beverage at City Walk Brewing?

As the Central Business District, Downtown Hickory is filled with a variety of unique retail shops, restaurants, corporate headquarters, professional offices, and entertainment venues, all in a park-like setting in the heart of Hickory.

Located at Hickory Regional Airport, the Hickory Aviation Museum provides a unique opportunity for all generations to learn and appreciate aviation history. The Museum showcases an extensive flight line collection of military aircraft and a wide variety of artifacts and memorabilia from WWI to present day.

Situated along Lake Hickory, Rotary-Geitner Park features an activity building, gazebo, paved bikeway, walking and nature trails, boat launch ramp, fishing pier, and restrooms.

Part of the Catawba River Chain of Lakes, Lake Hickory covers nearly 4,223 acres with 105 miles of shore line. From boating and jet skiing, to kayaking and fishing, Lake Hickory provides a natural playground for a number of water sports. Hickory's Riverwalk offers spectacular views of the lake from its elevated, overland trail and overwater bridge.

A children's park located in the heart of downtown near Union Square, Lowes Foods City Park features playground equipment, an interactive water feature, art, education, music, local craftsmanship, park benches, and picnic tables.

Looking for memorable spots to take photos and learn about Hickory along the trail? Be sure to venture off the path to check out some of Downtown Hickory's murals and monuments.


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