Parks & Nature
Parks, trails, and playgrounds
Hours of Operation
U.S. National Whitewater Center in Toledo—outdoor adventure for families.
York County Parks Passport Program
York County Parks Passport Program—explore multiple parks and earn rewards.
Open Play at the Nixon Park Nature Area
Open play time at Nixon Park Nature Area.
Remembered Story Trail Through the Wetlands
Story trail through Nixon Park wetlands—explore nature while discovering tales.
More events outside the Charlotte area
26 events farther afield.
Let's Get Moving: Walk with NAMI
Community walk at Trilby Park—family-friendly movement & mental health event.
Summer Playgrounds – Milwaukee Recreations
Free summer playgrounds across Milwaukee for kids to explore and play.
Full “Strawberry” Moon Night Hike
Explore Bernheim Arboretum under the full moon on a guided night hike.
Falls of the Ohio State Park: Fossil Bed Discovery Hike
Fossil hunting hike at Falls of the Ohio State Park.
Dream Big: A Free Play and Literacy Experience
Free outdoor play and literacy activities for young learners at Houseman Playground.
The National Bank of Indianapolis Summer Nights Film Series
Outdoor summer film series at a scenic art & nature park.
Muddy Boots at Whippoorwill Park (Ages 1-5) ⭐️
Muddy outdoor play program for toddlers at Whippoorwill Park.
Full Moon Trail Series - Rocky River
Full Moon Trail Series hike in Rocky River Valley Parkway, North Olmsted.
Summer Walking Tours - Maintaining American Independence Tour
Historic walking tour exploring American Independence in Muskegon.
Tuesday Evening Ecotrek at Mt. Baldy - Crow’s Nest Trail
Guided nature hike at Mt. Baldy's Crow's Nest Trail with a naturalist.
Fallasburg Park: Hike with a Naturalist
Guided nature hike with an expert naturalist at Fallasburg Park.
Fallasburg Park: Build a boat, will it float?
Build and test your own boat at Fallasburg Park in Lowell.
Friend's of French park Firefly BioBlitz
Evening nature walk to spot fireflies in French Park, Cincinnati.
Vandalia Trail Bike Rides
Free bike rides on the Vandalia Trail—family-friendly cycling adventure.
Nature Journaling at McCloud
Nature journaling workshop at McCloud Nature Park—blend creativity with outdoor exploration.
Dragons and Fantastic Beasts
Dragon-themed garden experience at Powell Gardens.
Drop in Yoga
Upside Run Club at Upside Brewing
Welcome Summer! Nature Discovery Walk
Guided nature walk & discovery at Prairie Ridge in Raleigh.
Wilderness Adventure Camp
Outdoor adventure camp teaching wilderness skills at local park.