Nature is Calling
Outdoor adventure is an art in Winston-Salem. Gain some altitude at Pilot Mountain State Park or Hanging Rock State Park, take a drive and get lost in Yadkin Valley Wine Country, or head over to Salem Lake where you can enjoy kayaking, trails, fishing.
Nearby Tanglewood Park is a 1,100-acre public park offering two championship golf courses, a bed and breakfast, RV campground, horse stables, fishing on two stocked lakes, pedal boats, tennis courts, a public pool during the summer months, and so much more.
If you like meandering through beautiful gardens, then Winston-Salem has you covered. Check out the Reynolda Gardens, Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden and Old Salem Museums and Gardens.
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Outdoor Dining in Winston-Salem
Winter, spring, summer, and fall, Winston-Salem’s temperate climate draws diners outdoors to raise a glass and share a bite. Whether cozying up near the fire pit on a cool, fall evening or enjoying the fresh air of spring, these top restaurants offer everything from inventive outdoor spaces to quaint patios for the ultimate al fresco experience.
Gateway Nature Preserve
Gateway Nature Preserve is open year-round during daylight hours per Winston-Salem guidelines. Explore our Trails...
Hanging Rock State Park
Not far from Winston-Salem, off the four-lane highways, there's another North Carolina to be discovered...
Historic Bethabara Park
“The Birthplace of Winston-Salem: A City of Winston-Salem Park and National Historic Landmark, Bethabara is...
Miracle Heights Adventures
Miracle Heights Adventures engages groups in experiential learning activities that embody the spirit of adventure...
NC Zoo
The NC Zoo is nestled on 2,600 wooded acres centrally located in the heart of...
Old Salem Museums & Gardens
Old Salem Museums & Gardens is a unique community of original museum buildings, authentic craftsmen...
Pilot Mountain State Park
For centuries Pilot Mountain has served as a landmark for Native Americans, early explorers, and...
Salem Lake
Salem Lake has been called the hidden diamond in the city of Winston-Salem. Located minutes...
Softgolf
Softgolf located exclusively at Tanglewood Park, is a fun, user-friendly full swing golf game using...
Stone Mountain State Park
Located less than an hour northwest of Winston-Salem, Stone Mountain State Park features some of...
Tanglewood Park
Tanglewood Park, is a 1,100-acre public park offering facility rentals, two championship golf courses, a...
The Quarry at Grant Park
The Quarry at Grant Park offers a peaceful refuge in the heart of Winston-Salem. The...