Chrysler Road Trip: 3 Great Day Trips to Take From Wilkesboro, NC

Wilkesboro, NC, boasts a plethora of outdoor activities packed with excitement. Take your family and friends on an adventure in a spacious Chrysler Pacifica or Jeep Cherokee and discover all the fun in the area. more Play a Round of Disc Golf Challenge your family and friends to a game of disc golf on the beautiful Fort Hamby Nature Trail Disc Golf Course at S 1534 Recreation Rd in Wilkesboro. The course caters to novice and advanced players, incorporating long and short tee pads. The wooded areas, water hazards, and uneven terrain make for a challenging and exciting game. The signs at each hole offer pro disc golf tips and plant and tree information. Stroll or Cycle Down the Yadkin River Greenway Walk or cycle from 717 Main St in North Wilkesboro down the scenic Yadkin River Greenway, a 7.5-mile paved and graveled trail system. The picturesque route meanders along the Yadkin and Reddies Rivers through breathtaking natural areas, hardwood forests, and along W. Kerr Scott Reservoir. The Greenway provides access to various paved and unpaved hiking and biking paths, fishing piers, and boat ramps. Swim, Paddle, and Fish in W. Kerr Scott Reservoir The region's prime paddling and fishing spot is the 1,475-acre W. Kerr Scott Reservoir. Anglers wet their hooks to reel in large, smallmouth, spotted, and hybrid striped bass, bluegill, threadfin shad, tiger muskellunge, and channel catfish. You can fish from the shore or boat, canoe or kayak, and bask in the sun on one of the lovely swimming beaches. Mountain Bike on the Best Trails in the Region Hop on your mountain bike and hit the trails along the shores of W. Kerr Scott Reservoir. Choose between 40 fun and exciting single-track trails built by mountain bikers. The 7.5-mile Dark Mountain Trail is a network of routes on the lake's north side. Alternatively, the 6-mile Overmountain Victory Trail runs along the lake's south side. You can also follow the Fish Dam Creek Trail or the Warrior Creek Trails near the Warrior Creek Campground. Hike and Horseback Ride in Stone Mountain State Park Discover the 600-foot granite dome and the historic mid-19th-century Hutchinson Homestead in the beautiful Stone Mountain State Park at 3042 Frank Pkwy in Roaring Gap, 24 miles from Wilkesboro. Explore the scenic surroundings on foot or in the saddle down a section of the Mountains-to-Sea State Trail and miles of nature trails. Hike past tumbling waterfalls and babbling brooks and catch glimpses of native birds and animals along the way. Get ready to experience the great outdoors and get your adrenaline pumping with these thrilling activities. Pop in at Randy Marion CDJR today to find the ideal ride for outdoor fun.

Summer is here and it's time to get out of the house. Are you looking for something to do? School's out so grab the kids, hop in your new ride, and check out these fun summer activities near Wilkesboro, NC. more Carolina West Wireless Community Commons Have you checked out the newly renovated Carolina West Wireless Community Commons? They've got some great events going on this summer that you can't miss. Concerts in the Commons are held on the second Saturday of the month, and this summer they have a great lineup. Not only can you enjoy a great variety of music, but there are also food trucks and plenty of kid's activities. The concerts are from 6 to 10 pm at 102 West Main Street. What's better than a night under the stars? The Commons also offers Movies on Main every second Friday. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy a family-friendly movie. Admission is free. There are also plenty of free games for the kids before the movie. Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame Get out of the heat and enjoy a little history. The Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame is located in the Wilkes County Heritage Museum in downtown Wilkesboro. Their mission is to preserve the heritage and music of the Blue Ridge Mountains area from Georgia to Virginia. Enjoy the educational exhibits and celebrate the music of the area. Concerts on the Deck It's time to cross the river into North Wilkesboro, and your new Jeep is sure to turn heads on the way to this next stop. Music is a rich tradition in this area and this is another activity for music lovers. Concerts on the Deck are held at the Yadkin Valley Marketplace every third Saturday. The concerts go from 7 to 10 pm, May through October. Admission is free, and you can find the marketplace at 842 CBD Loop. Rolling Pines Disc Golf Course Let's switch it up and go disc golfing. Rolling Pines Disc Golf Course is one of the top three disc golf courses in North Carolina and is located in North Wilkesboro. Test your skill on eighteen baskets on seventy beautiful acres of rolling hills. This par 56 course is sure to give your family a fun summer challenge. It's located at 1011 Old US 421 Road. The Block Do your kids need to burn off some energy? Take them to The Block in North Wilkesboro and they will sleep really well tonight. This indoor park has rollerskating, trampolines, basketball and dodgeball courts, and an arcade. Did we mention the Ninja Warrior Park? It's a challenge that will keep your kids moving. Find The Block on the corner of Sixth and Main. Heritage Square Splash Pad Are you ready to cool off from the summer heat? The Heritage Square Splash Pad is located in downtown Wilkesboro in front of the Wilkes Heritage Museum. It's open from 10 am to 8 pm from June through mid-September. You're sure to have a blast. (Hint: splash pads aren't just for kids.) August is just around the corner and the kids will be back in school before you know it. Enjoy the summer fun while you can. Better yet, enjoy getting to these awesome summertime activities from behind the wheel of a brand-new Jeep. Visit Randy Marion CDJR and find the perfect new or used vehicle for all your summertime fun. Image by Jan Anděl from Pixabay

Wilkesboro, NC boasts more than 55 acres of parkland within the town limits. If you're ready to experience the best outdoor recreation in the area, don't miss our four favorite local parks. more Westwood Park This park is the perfect place for picnics and pick-up basketball games. In addition to the open court and the picnic shelter with tables, Westwood Park features a playground, baseball fields, a batting cage, and restrooms. There's also a concession stand, which is open during baseball games only. Westwood Park is located at 1030 Fletcher St in Wilkesboro. Cub Creek Park This large park spans more than 200 acres and features pickleball courts, baseball fields, basketball courts, a dog park, mountain biking trails, walking paths, a butterfly garden, a community garden, tennis courts, and an inclusive playground. You'll also find a fishing pier where you can angle for trout in Cub Creek Stream. In fact, Wilkesboro is designated as an NC Mountain Heritage Trout City. When it's time for a break, the park has three sheltered picnic areas, as well as benches and tables throughout. You can even use Cub Creek Park as a starting point to further explore local nature, since the park connects to the wider county trail system. It's located at 206 S Bridge St in Wilkesboro. School Street Park If you're interested in local birds and wildflowers, this park is for you. When you visit in the spring or summer, you could catch a glimpse of Catesby's trillium, a native pink bloom that only grows in five Southern states. School Street Park also has nature trails with signs providing more information about the trees and plants you'll encounter on your walk, and they're designated as part of the official North Carolina birding trail. School Street Park is located at 1248 School St in Wilkesboro. It's located right next to the Wilkesboro Civic Center. Community Commons Park and Pavilion This park serves as a gathering space for Wilkesboro residents and friends, where you can attend events like Movies on Main and Concerts in the Common. The center of Community Commons Park is the amphitheater, where you can catch live music and other performances on the rolling green lawn. You'll also find a hardscape area with firepits and chairs, as well as the Heritage Square Splash Pad open seasonally right next door. Community Commons Park and Pavilion is located at 102 West Main St in Wilkesboro. It also provides a connection to the Yadkin Valley Greenway trail. You can check the official calendar to find out more about events planned through the summer. You can bring your friends, your lawn chairs, and whatever else you need for a fun day in the spacious Chrysler Pacifica. Test drive this impressive CDJR minivan today at Randy Marion CDJR in Wilkesboro, NC.