Gardens
BOG GARDEN
This garden features an elevated boardwalk which meanders through 7 acres of natural wetlands. Stone pathways traverse a forested hillside, and visitors can enjoy the sounds of water at Serenity Falls – a re-circulating waterfall – while viewing the many varieties of plants, birds, and other wildlife inhabiting the area.
TANGER FAMILY BICENTENNIAL GARDEN
Known for its massive annual plantings and bronze sculpture, this 7.5-acre garden is a popular and relaxing retreat.
A Wedding Gazebo adds an air of elegance, a man-made re-circulating stream provides texture, movement and sound, and a Sensory Garden engages visitors in an interactive landscape experience. A variety of sculpture placed throughout the garden provides artistic and historic interest, and a Paver Plaza, located at the garden’s entrance, offers a way to lend your name to the garden.
GREENSBORO ARBORETUM
This 17-acre site features 14 plant collections, special display gardens and distinct structural features. The extensive variety of plants offers rich educational opportunities for children and adults, landscape designers, and homeowners.
Kayaking & Paddleboarding
LAKE BRANDT
Lake Brandt is an 816-acre municipal reservoir. The lake was originally built in 1925 and raised to its present level in 1958.
Fishing is allowed from the pier or from a boat. No bank fishing is allowed. Fishing is most successful for largemouth bass, crappie, and catfish.
Kayaking, stand-up paddling boarding, and canoeing are allowed on Lake Brandt. A launch ramp is open for private boats. Privately owned canoes and kayaks may be launched year-round. Rowboats, kayaks, paddleboards, and canoes are available to the public for in-season daily rental. View activity and rental fees chart.
LAKE HIGGINS
It is the smallest of the three City lakes, yet offers some of the best fishing in the area. Fishing is allowed from a boat or from the pier. Kayaking, stand-up paddling boarding (SUP) and canoeing are also allowed on Lake Higgins. A launch ramp is open for launching private boats. The North Carolina Rowing Center is located on Lake Higgins and offers rowing for youth and adults. Middle and High School teams are coed and compete throughout the Southeast.
LAKE TOWNSEND
Lake Townsend is the largest of Greensboro’s municipal reservoirs. The lake is 1,542 acres and is adjacent to the Bryan Park Complex and Golf Course off Highway 29 North. A large boat ramp is available for private boat launching, with another launch ramp for small sailboats. Kayaks and rowboats are available to rent. Sailboats can be rented with previous sailing experience. Popular fish include largemouth bass, hybrid bass, striped bass, catfish, and crappie.
Trails
GREENSBORO MOUNTAIN BIKING TRAILS
Our City has almost 40 miles of mountain biking trails to experience. These trails provide recreational enjoyment for the experienced BMX biker, those just starting out in the sport, and everyone in between.
The trails are preserved in a primitive manner and are linear — you ride out and back along the same path from the trailhead where you started.
HIKING TRAILS
More than 42 miles of natural surface trails offer opportunities to experience the joys of the outdoors. These trails provide recreational enjoyment for every outdoor enthusiast. The beautiful scenery around the lakes, wildflowers, trees, and wildlife make these trails one of Greensboro’s best kept secrets.
Golf
STONEY CREEK GOLF CLUB
“Your Escape to What You Deserve”
Located 14 Miles from the O.Henry Hotel with resort quality and affordable pricing. Club services and amenities include: 18 Hole Championship Golf Course; Warm and Inviting Clubhouse; Elegant Golf Shop and Grille; Practice Facility with Covered Learning Center; Meeting and Special Event Services.
BRYAN PARK GOLF COURSE
Nowhere is the spectacular beauty of Bryan Park more evident than on the golf courses. In fact, both courses were recently awarded the prestigious 4-Star ranking in Golf Digest’s Best Places to Play Guide. 36 holes of championship golf, golf practice and learning facility, pro shop, grill.