What we’re about
This group is for anyone who enjoys all outdoor recreation activities. McDowell Nature Preserve is located on the banks of Lake Wylie. McDowell offers a variety of activities for all ages and abilities. Activities range from hikes with the family to evening kayaking for the adults. To learn more about activities McDowell has to offer call McDowell Nature Center at 980-314-1128.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED for all programs through McDowell Nature Center. Since McDowell Nature Preserve is a Mecklenburg County run Nature Center and Park, registration through the calling the nature center or online at parkandrec.com is required due to county policy. All RSVPs and comments have been turned off for all events. Registering through the county website is how you RSVP and attend. Some events do require a price.
To request a modification based on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact staff at 980-314-1192 or email TRInfo@MeckNC.gov.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Evening KayakMcDowell Nature Center and Preserve, Charlotte, NC
Experience twilight while paddling the edges of McDowell Nature Preserve. Get a chance to view the setting sun over Lake Wylie with our experienced instructors. Discover the history of Lake Wylie and meet new people in a fun environment. No walk-ins accepted. Pre-registration required at this Evening Kayak link on the website https://parkandrec.mecknc.gov/. Please call the McDowell Nature Center with any questions at 980-314-1128. Thank you!
- Explore the Carolinas: Greenway SeriesRevolution Park, Charlotte, NC
Nature is everywhere! Explore what Carolinas have to offer by visiting different greenways each month. This month we are visiting Irwin Creek Greenway (Revolution Park). These walks will be approximately 2-4 miles over paved greenways. Pre-registration required at Explore the Carolinas: Greenway Series. Call McDowell Nature Center at 980-314-1128 for any questions. Thank you!
- After-Work HikeMcDowell Nature Center and Preserve, Charlotte, NC
Unwind after work with a 90-minute hike around the preserve. We will start and end at the Waterfront Deck overlooking Lake Wylie. Pre-registration required at After Work Hike on website https://parkandrec.mecknc.gov/ to join. For more information, call the McDowell Nature Center with any questions at 980-314-1128. Thank you!
- Evening KayakMcDowell Nature Center and Preserve, Charlotte, NC
Experience twilight while paddling the edges of McDowell Nature Preserve. Get a chance to view the setting sun over Lake Wylie with our experienced instructors. Discover the history of Lake Wylie and meet new people in a fun environment. No walk-ins accepted. Pre-registration required at this Evening Kayak link on the website https://parkandrec.mecknc.gov/. Please call the McDowell Nature Center with any questions at 980-314-1128. Thank you!