5 Incredible Outdoor Activities Just a Short Drive From Fayetteville, NC

Aug 28, 2022

Do you find yourself dreaming of hitting the open road and discovering new and exciting wonders? Are you intrigued by the prospect of getting back in touch with nature and breathing some fresh air after being cooped up in your 9-to-5, or maybe you just need a change of scenery from the overall everyday mundane? Ever been to gorgeous Fayetteville, NC to experience the incredible outdoor activities offered there?

1. Cape Fear Botanical Garden

Fayetteville’s Cape Fear Botanical Garden is situated between Cross Creek and the Cape Fear River and provides education programs for all ages, an arboretum, and even areas marked for private reflection so visitors can get back in touch with serenity – all spread over a divine 80 acres of pristine property within two miles’ drive of Fayetteville.

Feeling run down? Join one of their famous weekly yoga or tai chi classes. And if you’re planning a visit in the autumn or winter, both the Halloween “Boo-tanical” and Holiday Lights are major events for this garden utopia.

2. Cape Fear River Trail

For novice outdoor enthusiasts desiring a little more seclusion, a ten-minute drive will bring you to the Cape Fear River Trail, which provides more than 7 miles of unguided hiking trails to forests, wetlands, wooden bridges, and beautiful waterfalls. It also offers direct access to the Riverside Dog Park.

If you’re looking for more hands-on adventure, dip your kayak into the water at any of the access points for the lakes or even the Cape Fear River itself.

3. Carter Blueberry Farm

Maybe you’re craving something a bit sweeter to go with your travels. In that case, Carter Blueberry Farm may be just the thing. Six miles East of Fayetteville, you will find a family-owned and operated 6-acre farm that has been in the berry business for more than fifty years, where both strawberries and blueberries are available for a “Pick Your Own” experience.

4. Carvers Creek State Park

Carvers Creek State Park is located thirteen miles from Fayetteville and spans over 4,000 acres, with the park’s multiple access points including Long Valley Farm and the Sandhills.

This state-run park swoons visitors with its abundant hiking, fishing, horseback riding, picnic areas, and tours of the historic Rockefeller House. Most of the programs offered here are completely free, making Carvers Creek State Park a truly exceptional outdoor experience for a family or for a solo adventurist.

5. ZipQuest Waterfall and Treetop Adventure

Within the untouched 55-acre Sandhills directly East of Carvers Creek State Park, you will find a multitude of breathtaking waterfalls. Nestled here in the area known as Carvers Falls, ZipQuest Waterfall and Treetop Adventure attract avid adrenaline junkies and Zen environmentalists alike. Open year-round, the company offers affordable ziplining packages (even at night!), teambuilding for families or coworkers, and a five-story high Swing Shot. There’s truly something for every adventurer.

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