You’ll enjoy discovering the many recreational activities available in the scenic Roanoke Valley. You may want to explore on your own, or join with a group in one or more of the many interesting programs that are offered for people of all ages in the area. You may even find a new hobby that you never tried before.

Things to do in the Roanoke Valley...

Public Recreation
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Roanoke Rapids Parks and Recreation
(252) 533-2847
www.roanokerapidsnc.com
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Swimming Pools: 2 outdoor, 1 indoor
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Tennis Courts: 15
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Parks: 8 with picnic facilities, 7 with ball fields
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Lake Gaston and Roanoke Rapids Lake
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Fairwood Lanes (Bowling)
(252) 537-3883
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Roanoke Cinema (Movies)
(252) 537-6302
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Roanoke Canal Walking Trail
(252) 533-2847
www.visithalifax.com/roanokecanal.php
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Medoc Mountain State Park
(252) 445-2280
www.ils.unc.edu/parkproject/visit/memo/directions.html

Golf Courses
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Chockoyotte Country Club
(252) 536-3166
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Myrick Hills Country Club
(252) 586-4066
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Scotfield Country Club
(252) 826-4183
www.scotfieldcountryclub.com
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Hickory Meadows (Public)
(252) 437-0591
www.hickorymeadows.com
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Lake Gaston Country Club (Public)
(252) 257-2033
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Valley Pines Golf Course
(252) 539-4124

Cultural Opportunities
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Historic Halifax (Tours)
(252) 583-7191
www.ah.dcr.state.nc.us/sections/hs/halifax/halifax.htm
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Halifax County Arts Council
(252) 535-4161
www.ncarts.org
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Lakeland Cultural Arts Center
(252) 586-3124
www.lakelandartscenter.org
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The Center at Halifax Community College
www.hcc.cc.nc.us

Attractions
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Carolina Crossroads
( 252) 537-6252
www.carolinacrossroads.com
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Historic Halifax
www.ah.dcr.state.nc.us/sections/hs/halifax/halifax.htm
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Medoc Mountain State Park www.ils.unc.edu/parkproject/visit/memo/directions.html
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Roanoke Canal Trail
www.visithalifax.com/roanokecanal.php www.weldonnc.com/newpage9.htm
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Lake Gaston
(252) 586-5711
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Independence Station
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Lakeland Cultural Arts Center
www.lakelandartscenter.org
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First For Freedom Outdoor Drama
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River Falls Park
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Sylvan Heights Waterfowl Park & Eco-Center
www.sylvan-heights.org

Some activities to consider:

Carolina Crossroads
Roanoke Rapids, I-95 at Exit 171
(888) 481-2726
www.carolinacrossroads.com
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Opening in 2007, Carolina Crossroads is 1000 acres of fun family entertainment, amusements and attractions, great accommodations, shopping and restaurants, convenient convention and conference facilities and more.
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The cornerstone Randy PartonTheater opened in 2006, and seats 1500 people. This is where Dolly’s brother produces a rousing musical variety show starring the Legends of the Grand Ole Opry and featuring country, gospel, pop, and rock ‘n roll music.
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Carolina Crossroads in Roanoke Rapids is sure to be a world class family entertainment center that you will enjoy over and over again.

Roanoke River Paddle Trail
Roanoke River in Halifax and Tillery, NC
(252) 798-3920 or (252) 790-3790
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Enjoy nature as you paddle the Roanoke River and spend the night in a riverside campsite in Halifax or Tillery, NC. For more information or to reserve a campsite, visit www.roanokeriverpartners.org or call (252) 798-3920 or (252) 792-3790.

Fishing and Hunting
Halifax County
(252)535-1687 or 800-522-4282
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Freshwater fishing is plentiful in Halifax County. Lake Gaston, Roanoke Rapids Lake and the Roanoke River are a sports person's dream.
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You can find more information about the latest fishing and hunting regulations and guide services in the Roanoke River Fishing Guide www.visithalifax.com/bassseason.php.
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And, you can reference the Roanoke River web site www.roanokeriver.com for more information about this great recreational river.

Lakeland Cultural Arts Center
411 Mosby Avenue, Littleton
(252) 586-3124
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Lakeland Arts Center, is known as "the busiest community theatre in the United States." Offerings include dramas, comedies, musicals, concerts, and even include performing arts classes.

Roanoke Canal Museum
15 Jackson Street, Roanoke Rapids
(252) 535-1687
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The Canal Arts Center has a rich history dating from the early 1800's. The Halifax County Arts Council and the Arts Center are both housed in what was once the site of the Roanoke Navigation Company. The Center is host to the visual, performing and literary arts as well as cultural and educational programs.
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These are only a few of the many great activities available in the Roanoke Rapids-Lake Gaston area. You will be sure to find many things that you and your family and friends will have fun participating in together or individually. So take some time out and enjoy!