Explore Rowan County
Gold Hill Mines Historic Park
Gold Hill Mines Historic Park is a 70 acre park adjacent to the historic gold mining town of Gold Hill, NC. The park is home of the Barnhardt and Randolph Gold Mines, which became the richest mining territory east of the Mississippi during the early to mid-1800'
Gold Hill, NC Historic SitesJosephus Hall House
This impressive house museum was once home to Dr. Josephus Hall, Chief Surgeon at the Salisbury Confederate Prison during the Civil War. Built in 1820 in the Federal style, additions in 1859 and in 1900
Salisbury, NC Historic HomesThe Art Station
A 1902 Studio Gallery featuring work by Betty Sedberry. Pen & ink drawings and watercolors of area landmarks, including pen drawings of trains and depots, offered as limited edition prints. These are available either framed or unframed. Come on in and browse, we look forward to meeting you. Hours:
Spencer, NC ArtsHigh Rock Lake
A 15,000-acre reservoir on the Yadkin River featuring excellent boating and fishing opportunities. For information about hunting and fishing regulations and licensing, contact the NC Wildlife Dept. at 919-662-4381. Public boat ramps are located at Smiley's Tamarac Marina (Fee)
Salisbury, NC LakesMcCanless Golf Course
Known for its tight pine-lined fairways and small bentgrass greens. Streams and ponds come into play on nine holes. An easy course to walk makes it a favorite with local residents.;Championship (5700 yards, 66.8 rating, 113 slope); Middle (5650 yards, 64.6 rating, 104 slope); Forward (4990 yards, 68
Salisbury, NC Golf CoursesRowan Museum
This 1854 courthouse, which survived Stoneman's raid, is one of the finest examples of pre-Civil War architecture in the state. Home of the Rowan Museum, reflecting artifacts and displays on the life and history of Rowan County.
Salisbury, NC Museums
Crescent Golf Club
Course Access: Semi-Private
Holes: 18
Reserve Advance Tee Times: 3
Metrolina Wildlife Park
Come see the wild, exotic animals up close and personal. Walk through and see large cats, primates, bears, reptiles and a lot more. Large petting zoo area. Picnic facilities; we do birthday parties. Open year around seven days a week; summer April 1- Oct 31st: 9 am - 7 pm; winter (November)
Rockwell, NC ParksCorbin Hills Golf Course
One-half mile east of I-85. Close to motels. Chosen as one of the 25 best public golf courses in the area by Charlotte Metro Survey.
Salisbury, NC Golf Courses
Warrior Golf Club
Around 52-acre lake with 50 traps. Five tee boxes, green sizes average 6,500 square feet. A-1 bentgrass on greens, 419 Bermuda fairways. Rolling terrain. Country club conditions at a public price. Lighted learning center. Over six miles of concrete cart paths. Championship (6800 yards) ;18
China Grove, NC Golf CoursesFieldcrest Cannon Stadium
Professional baseball stadium, Home of the Kannapolis Intimidators, Class A affiliate of the Chicago White Sox. Also host of numerous amateur sporting events, corporate outings and concerts.
Landis, NC Other Attractions
Happy Traveler Inn
Located at I-85 exit 76A near several restaurants, the Happy Traveler Inn offers nice rooms at a good price. Convenient to: Charlotte & Greensboro Airports - 45 miles; North Carolina Transportation Museum - 3 miles; Lowe's (Charlotte) Motor Speedway - 18 miles; International Furniture Market - 30
Salisbury, NC Businesses