Charlotte vs Raleigh for Outdoors Recreation (Durham, Kings Mountain: ski resort, living in, activities)

[movedoften]

I want to get a comparison between the two cities with respect to outdoors activities. Specifically the opportunites to hike, ski, fish, mountain bike, camp, boat, etc.

It appears Charlotte has a distinct advantage over Raleigh.

Thank you in advance for any insight that you can provide.

[NCgirl]

No skiing here but the mountains are closer.

• The U.S. National Whitewater Center has a lot of trails and activities

• You can fish, boat and jet ski on Lake Norman. Mountain Island Lake and Lake Wyile

• Charlotte has a good park system with several greenways (http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Greenways/Pages/Home.aspx - broken link)

• You can hike on Crowders Mountain (http://www.crowdersmountain.com/v1/default.asp - broken link)

[southbound_295]

Also, the Kings Mountain Gateway Trail is being developed. Part is opened & the next phase is being worked on. Kings Mountain Gateway Trails > Home

[North_Raleigh_Guy]

I'm impressed if people are skiing in Charlotte or Raleigh!

[lovesMountains]

Originally Posted by North_Raleigh_Guy

I'm impressed if people are skiing in Charlotte or Raleigh!

Hey now, plenty of people in Charlotte WATER ski on Lake Norman and Lake Wylie!

[movedoften]

Originally Posted by North_Raleigh_Guy

I'm impressed if people are skiing in Charlotte or Raleigh!

People don't ski in Denver either.

I was making a general statement about the difference in the "opportunities" and accessibility to various outdoor activities between the two cities.

So, I am pretty certain there is a ski resort closer to Charlotte than Raleigh, correct?

So, do you have any insight for me that is in line with my post?

Thanks.

[North_Raleigh_Guy]

Originally Posted by movedoften

People don't ski in Denver either.

I was making a general statement about the difference in the "opportunities" and accessibility to various outdoor activities between the two cities.

So, I am pretty certain there is a ski resort closer to Charlotte than Raleigh, correct?

So, do you have any insight for me that is in line with my post?

Thanks.

Not much to add. I think both places have lots of outdoor opportunties. They have lakes to water ski, boat, parks to hike & Camp, rivers to kayak, and canoe ect.

I'm curious what distinct advantage you see Charlotte having. I'm not knocking them, I just don't see much of a difference beside charlotte being closer to the mountains. I think they have nicer lakes too, but aside from that I wouldn't choose one over the other based on outdoor opportunities. I like living in Raleigh because not only are their some nice parks and trails in Wake County, but there is also a lot of opporturnity to take advantage of more rural counties like Orange and Durham and puts you closer to the outdoor activities associated with the Beach.

Ultimately, I think a person could be equally happy in either spot with regards to outdoor activities.

Good Luck!