Nathaniel & Kristen
Nathaniel & Kristen
Things to Do
Local Activities
Hickory, North Carolina is part of the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Lake Hickory runs on the north and western side of Hickory. Also known as the furniture capital of the world with Century, Sherrill, etc. You can find the famed NASCAR short track and Dale Ehrhart famous race car at his dealership.
Bakers Mountain Park
Bakers Mountain Park is located on the highest elevation point in Catawba County (1780 feet). The park features 189 acres of mature Chestnut Oak forest with nearly 6 miles of trails. You will experience a variety of wildlife and plants native to the North Carolina Mountains.
Hickory Farmers Market
Farmer’s Market is on Wednesday and Saturday mornings in downtown Hickory
Blowing Rock
Blowing Rock is a popular tourist destination (some venues may have impacted by Hurricane Helene).
Billy Graham Library
Near the Charlotte Douglas Airport
Salt Block Foundation
Science and Art Museum in downtown Hickory