- The list below includes 35 free or cheap things to do in or near Morganton, North Carolina, including 66 different types of inexpensive activities like Breweries, Ziplines, Bowling and Children's Play Area.
- From Catawba Meadows Park to Freedom Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Morganton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hickory, Linville and Lenoir.
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Entire families gather together for a fun-filled, muddy, obstacle run
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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.
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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.
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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.
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7081 NC Highway 181, Morganton, NC 28655
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A popular camping and hiking spot, Steele Creek Park & Campground is one of the most popular parks in North Carolina. All park entrants must pay a small fee (cash only), and campers must register for a camp site at least 14 days before their arrival date.
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Usually open from Memorial Day to Labor Day, the Collett Street Pool is an outdoor water recreation site open to the general public. Most of the times during the week are available for public swimming.
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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.
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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.
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The Fonta Flora Brewery works to create a unique style of beer that defines North Carolina and the Appalachian Mountains through a variety of craft brews. Visitors can also visit the brewery's tasting room and view the brewing facilities during open hours.
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403 East Union Street, Morganton, NC 28655
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The Hamilton Williams Gallery & Studio is a local art gallery and studio featuring a number of artistic works available for purchase. The gallery specializes in creating handmade pottery, including bowls, vases, and bakeware.
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A brewery with a tasting room, Catawba Brewing Co offers its own line of beer including Cream Ale, Winter Ale, India Pale Ale and White Ale. It also offers pool tables, live music and has a projection screen for sports.