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IDEAL SPORTS DESTINATION
With LP Frans Stadium, numerous recreation facilities, gymnasiums, ball fields, and a new artificial turf field.
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Enjoy your
CITY PARKS
With a variety of fields and recreation centers, including a new artificial turf field,
the City of Hickory hosts athletic tournaments and draws crowds from all over.
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PARKS, RECREATION
& SPORTS TOURISM
Hickory has 26 parks with playgrounds, splashpads, outdoor fitness equipment, picnic shelters,
disc golf, lake access, as well as a tree house with accessibility for all children.
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RIDE THE LAKE
HICKORY TRAILS
Hit the Lake Hickory Trails for miles of mountain biking
for beginners and advanced riders with Lake Hickory as the
beautiful backdrop.
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HICKORY TRAIL
Explore the city via Hickory’s newest linear park system.