Clayton

Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Clemmons Educational State Forest

Back-to-Nature Trail. Listen to the "Talking Trees and Rocks" weave tales about the Forest, hike the demonstration trail to see natural resource management, explore our "new" exhibit center; picnic, camp…

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Things to Do in Clayton

Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Clayton Area Chamber of Commerce

The Chamber works cooperatively with town officials and area businesses to promote business and economic…

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Greater Cleveland Chamber of Commerce

Serving as the voice of business while enhancing community life and growth in western Johnston…

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Cracker Barrel Clayton

From the beginning, the foods we serve here at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store? have…

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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Johnston County Speedway

Johnston County Speedway has been one of the premier kart tracks since opening in 1984.…

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Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Hampton Inn-Clayton/I-40

Three star Hampton Inn located at exit 312 on I-40, 15 minutes from Downtown Raleigh…

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Holiday Inn Express-Clayton/I-40

In Johnston County, convenient location to Downtown Raleigh, 15 minutes for personal and business travel…

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Chops Steakhouse

Steakhouse restaurant located in the Cleveland Community, Cleveland Rd., minutes from I-40 in Johnston County.…

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Clubhouse at Cleveland Square

Casual family restaurant located at the intersection of I-40 and Hwy. 42.

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