- The list below includes 29 free or cheap things to do in or near Hickory, North Carolina, including 73 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Bowling, Art Museum and Arts Centers.
- From Glenn C. Hilton Jr. Memorial Park to Harper House/ Hickory History Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hickory and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Morganton, Lenoir and Charlotte.
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20.3 Miles
Located along the Catawba River, Catawba Meadows Park features softball and baseball fields, volleyball courts and an 18-hole disc golf course. The park has walking trails, picnic facilities, a playground, a rock climbing wall and open grass fields.
20.4 Miles
Specializing in fly fishing, Wilson Creek Outfitters offers equipment and guided fishing trips to its visitors. This equipment includes supplies and accessories like art books, sunglasses, fly reels, and more.
20.5 Miles
Located in Morganton, North Carolina, Bouncin' Kids features indoor fun in the form of kid-friendly 'Bouncin' Inflatables.' The center provides packages for kids' birthday parties as well. Kids aged six to nine years old will enjoy the playtime activities.
20.7 Miles
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4149 S Mountain Park Avenue, Morganton, NC 28655
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Featuring elevations up to 2,000 ft., South Mountain State Park is a popular location among nature and outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors commonly enjoy hiking through the park's 40 miles of trails, seeing the 80-foot waterfall, or having a picnic outside.
21.2 Miles
The 30-acre Freedom Park is a park that has a 1-mile lighted track that can be used for walking, biking, running, or roller blading. The park features two basketball courts, a lighted softball field, tennis courts, and two playgrounds.
21.3 Miles
The historic home of William Lenoir, Fort Defiance, Lenoir, NC was constructed in the late 18th century on the site of the original fort and stockade. It is maintained as a museum now, and hosts many special events.
23.2 Miles
Also known as the 'inland sea', Lake Norman offers visitors the opportunity to go swimming and fishing. Guests of this location can also visit local wineries, restaurants, and places of worship.
24.4 Miles
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220 Catawba Meadows Dr, Morganton, NC 28655
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The Beanstalk Journey Zipline connects fifteen interconnected islands in the sky through sky bridges and ziplines. Visitors can visit each of these islands, play on the adventure playground, play Frisbee golf, or try their luck at beach volleyball.
24.4 Miles
The Outpost offers guided canoeing, kayaking, tubing, and stand up paddle boarding trips on the Catawba River. They also offer equipment rentals and trip takers can view a variety of aquatic wildlife.
25.7 Miles
134 Court Street, Statesville, NC 28677
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The goal of Iredell Museums is to educate and inspire people of all ages. Visitors are invited to browse a variety of interesting collections containing original artwork and historical pieces.