Valdese Greenway
Easy Trail - 1.3 Miles
The most prominent trail in the park, running adjacent to the lake and its tributary throughout. Featured sights include:
- 0.1 Miles in: Place to launch kayaks and see water views of Table Rock.
- 0.2 Miles in: 4 Picnic Tables along a hillside with the bottom one having a water view.
- 0.5 Miles in: A shallow stepdown into the water called The Fox Den. Across the water there are often birds such as the Great Blue Heron.
- 1.3 Miles in: The future bridge to McGalliard Falls Park.
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Burke County Public Library: Valdese Branch
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The Arrival
The art installation depicts the arrival of the original Waldensian settlers who came to Valdese on May 29th, 1893 as they departed the “No. 11” train at the Valdese Depot.
Valdese Family Splash Park
Splash through the summer heat at the Valdese Family Splash Park located adjacent to the Valdese Recreation Center. Amenities include splash pad, playground, picnic shelter, and multipurpose building. The picnic shelter & multipurpose building may be rented for public use.