Things to Do with Kids in Sanford, NC

  • TripBuzz found 46 things to do with kids in or near Sanford, North Carolina, including 33 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Southern Pines, Apex, Fuquay-Varina and Pinehurst.
  • From Kendale Bowling Lanes to San-Lee Park, the Sanford area offers 64 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Theaters, Golf and Bowling.
  • Sanford is a quaint textile and residential community located within North Carolina's Lee County. Rich in Piedmont clay, the city is a major producer in the brick industry as well as producing many textiles. The city also presents a diverse cultural landscape with various art centers, museums and it's own jazz society.
  • TripBuzz found 46 things to do with kids in or near Sanford, North Carolina, including 33 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Southern Pines, Apex, Fuquay-Varina and Pinehurst.
  • From Kendale Bowling Lanes to San-Lee Park, the Sanford area offers 64 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Theaters, Golf and Bowling.
  • Sanford is a quaint textile and residential community located within North Carolina's Lee County. Rich in Piedmont clay, the city is a major producer in the brick industry as well as producing many textiles. The city also presents a diverse cultural landscape with various art centers, museums and it's own jazz society.
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8.0 Miles
100% 5 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 899 Coleman Ridge Road, Sanford, NC 27330 MoreLess Info
With 275 acres to explore, White Pines Nature Preserve offers visitors an area to hike among the native pine and oak trees. Portions of the preserve are made up of marshland, where visitors can observe ducks and heron.
6.0 Miles
93% 42 votes
Golf 2100 Country Club Drive, Sanford, NC 27332 MoreLess Info
Two Robert Trent Jones-designed golf courses comprise the Carolina Trace Country Club. In addition to golf, the club offers tennis, swimming, a clubhouse and accommodations for special events such as tournaments and weddings.
0.1 Miles
100% 2 votes
Theaters 114 Carthage Street, Sanford, NC 27330 MoreLess Info
Located in a historic building constructed in the 1920s, Temple Theatre presents professional theatrical productions ranging from musicals to dramas to stand-up comedy shows. It offers a seasonally-varying slate of productions, and hosts a number of special events year-round.
16.4 Miles
95% 132 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 1940 Hanks Chapel Rd, Pittsboro, NC 27312 MoreLess Info
The Carolina Tiger Rescue helps to rehabilitate animals that have often been removed by court order. Visitors can take a tour; help feed the animals including tigers, lions, leopards, cougars, caracals, servals, ocelots, bobcats, bintuwurangs, and kinkojos; or attend a behavior training demonstration.
17.2 Miles
78% 18 votes
Paddleboarding 2296 N Pea Ridge Rd, Pittsboro, NC 27312 MoreLess Info
In addition to consignment and brokered boat sales, Jordan Lake Water Sports provides captained pontoon boat tours, boat and equipment rentals, and boat storage with valet launch services. The company even has stand-up paddle board yoga classes.
19.8 Miles
79% 19 votes
Lake 280 State Park Road, Apex, NC 27523 MoreLess Info
Featuring nearly 14,000 acres of water, Jordan Lake State Recreation Area provides water access for fishing, swimming and boating. The park also offers children's playgrounds, hiking trails, campgrounds, sheltered picnic areas and barbecue grills.
20.0 Miles
86% 202 votes
National & State Parks 280 State Park Road, Apex, NC 27502 MoreLess Info
Jordan Lake State Recreation Area features 14,000 acres of water and activities for people of all ages. Visitors can enjoy hiking, windsurfing, wildlife and bird watching, boating, camping, and more.
20.2 Miles
88% 164 votes
River Wilmington, NC MoreLess Info
Located in northeastern North Carolina, the Cape Fear River stretches 200+ miles to the Atlantic Ocean. The basin of the river is the largest in the state. A trail runs along the long stream and popular birding area.
20.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Hiking Trails 31 Bynum Beach Road, Pittsboro, NC 27312 MoreLess Info
Visitors can view natural scenery and a variety of local wildlife at Bynum Beach Haw River Access Area. The area offers beach access and is also good for hiking, boating, fishing, canoeing, and kayaking.
20.9 Miles
90% 71 votes
Hiking Trails 1309 New Hill-Olive Chapel Rd., Apex, NC 27502 MoreLess Info
The rail-trail of the American Tobacco Trail is ideal for people of all ages. It features cultural history and environmental programs, as well as trails for dog walkers, runners, hikers, bikers, and horseback riders.
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