Such a peaceful, quiet & calming place. We were surprise to see so much wildlife this close to the city. We saw deer, 1 buck, 6 does, squirrels, many different types of birds & a Copperhead (poisonous snake). I didn't care to see the snake. Be very careful hiking, my husband almost stepped on it b/c it was on the trail & the leaves covered it some. The trails are well taken care of & marked. The visitor center is really nice also. There are several different type of trails you can go on, there are rocky trails, grassy trails & sandy trails. Wonderful place to breath some fresh air & see nature that is so close to the city.

I have been to the FWNC a few times, though they do charge a fee to get in, it's a beautiful place to visit. The grounds are large and you can drive to several locations to hike, canoe, bird watch and nature watch. There are several places to picnic too. My husband proposed to me here on the Marsh Walk which is probably my favorite place in the park. It's a long boardwalk that goes out over the lake and you usually see turtle and ducks and all kinds of neat birds out there. Everything in the park is kept wild, so it can get a little remote I am not sure I'd suggest coming here alone but it's a great place to take your family or for a romantic afternoon. We are going to try their canoe tour before the weather gets too cold!

Great musiem and outdoor trails. Canoeing and a buffalo herd. Great helpful volunteers with the knowledge to teach. Bring the kids.

I love the many designated trails to hike. And the road along the lakeshore is also a great place to cycle! I enjoy this place alone or with family/friends. Be alert for snakes during breeding season along water trails ;) Many geocaches are in this area for those interested. Fall and spring are ideal times to visit. Entrance fee or yearly membership offered to protect this gem.