Parks
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Canoe & Kayak Launch
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Centennial Fountain
Centennial Fountain Park
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Charters of Freedom
Foundation Forward, Inc. is a non-profit educational project, 501(c)(3). It is an educational organization that builds…
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Children's Park
Located just off Highway 70 on the east side of Valdese, Children's Park contains a picnic shelter with restroom facilities, a playground area, and a lighted sports field used for baseball, soccer, and softball.
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Dog Park
Valdese Lakeside Park - Dog Park
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Fletcher Ball Park
The park consists of 2 ball fields, concession stand and also includes an observation deck overlooking McGalliard Falls Park.
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Jacumin Plaza
A walk through exhibit of Waldensian History.
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McGalliard Creek Bridge
McGalliard Creek Bridge
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McGalliard Falls Park
Elegant waterfall, just minutes from Downtown Valdese. Easily walk to one of the overlooks or dip your toes in the McGalliard Creek. Perfect place to rewind with family, friends and pets!
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Meytre Grist Mill
McGalliard Falls Park has been a favorite gathering place for Valdese citizens and visitors alike for over a century. T…
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Valdese Lakeside Park
300 acre passive park owned by The Town of Valdese and maintained by Friends of the Valdese Rec - the group fundraising…
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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.