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Top 11 locations in North Carolina for Great views
byTiffany Woods
Live update: Updated July 29, 2021Copy link
Copy link1. North Carolina Museum Of ArtRaleigh
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Emy MooreNorth Carolina Museum of Art is a unique place to have a picnic because it has free outdoor exhibits. You can walk down a short trail for some privacy, view local outdoor art, admire the pretty landscapes or eat delicious food. Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
2. Mt Mitchell, Pisgah National Forest
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Emy MooreHaving a picnic on Mount Mitchell is an exciting experience. You can have a picnic a mile up at a shady picnic area with forty tables and areas for group picnics. Along with amenities like water and bathrooms, a picnic atop Mount Mitchell is simply inspiring. Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
3. William B. Umstead Park Raleigh
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Emy MooreThis is a large park that is located in northeast Raleigh, surrounded by a beautiful wooded area that makes for great scenery. The park has many picnic tables and grills that are available for free to the public. It also has larger covered picnic areas that are available for rent for larger parties. Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
4. William B. Umstead State Park Raleigh
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Emy MooreWilliam B. Umstead State Park is conveniently located with a lot of trees and walking trails. You can find nice picnic areas and when you're done eating, you can go for a walk. Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
5. Lake Lynn Park Raleigh
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Joshua KaufmanThis is a 52-acre park that includes a greenway trail and a community center. There is a 2.8-mile greenway trail around Lake Lynn with plenty of places for picnics and other activities. Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
6. William R. Davie Park Charlotte
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanWilliam R. Davie Park is a free park in the southern part of Charlotte. This is the spot to go to if you have dogs. This is THE dog park in the city. They can run around while you enjoy a picnic on a nice, summer day (or any kind of day!). It's also got plenty of facilities to keep the fun going all day during a picnic. Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
7. Sycamore FlatsPisgah Forest
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanSycamore Flats is a large picnic area with access to the Davidson River. It has a half-mile paved walking trail that goes around the picnic area, so you can get some movement after your meal. It has other amenities like restrooms with flush toilets, a picnic shelter with a grill, an information booth and tall Sycamore trees. Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
8. Herman Park Goldsboro
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanLocated in the center of town, Herman Park has a nice fountain, a beautiful landscape and several areas for you to sit and have a picnic. Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
9. Cedar Falls Park Chapel Hill
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanIt's a relaxing, well-maintained park, with amenities for the whole family. Picnic tables in shady areas, and a playground for the kids! Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
10. Lake JohnsonRaleigh
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanThis is a beautiful lake with walking/running trails, boats and picnic areas. You can sit at a picnic table over looking the lake, while watching the ducks and people paddling boats. Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
11. Marshall Park Charlotte
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Emy MooreMarshall Park is a small but fun park near uptown Charlotte! It is a great picnic spot that even has memorials for Martin Luther King Jr. and the victims of the Holocaust. It also has a great view of the city's skyline. Source: https://www.thepicnicworld.com/best-picnic-spots/
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