The rocks are really cool but there’s no signage so our group kept ending up on private property. Probably wouldn’t go again.

This is a tiny little nature preserve hidden in a neighborhood in Ballantyne.Theres no parking lot for it. We just parked on the street in the neighborhood.We explored for about half an hour before it started to rain. You probably wouldnt spend more than an hour here though.The huge rocks are fun to walk through and you can even climb on them.There are also some trails down by the creek to walk on. We did this for a bit as well.If youre looking for an easy place to enjoy the weather on a nice day, this is a good place to come.

It looks unassuming from the road but is a lovely park and its super fun to climb on the rocks!

Its a nice, quaint place in the woods thats very, very beautiful && interesting, to say the least. The are many spots to take amazing photos and find hidden beauty. I will definitely be visiting many more times to seek out all the reserve has to offer.

Was a beautiful thing to see, I brought my 1yr old with us. He loves to run around but there was broken beer bottles everywhere. All around the rock. He wanted down so bad but he is clumsy so we could only stay long enough to take pictures.

I used to hang out at this Rock all the time in my early teenage years (early to mid 90s) and found out about it through a good friend of mine who live din the neighborhood. Hadnt been back in probably 25-30 years, and this time brought my wife and kids. Had so much fun and glad it has been made into a nature preserve as it is much cleaner with no trash and graffiti like there used to be. They have built a nice bridge and made a loop that takes you in a journey to see several of the other large rocks close by. We thoroughly enjoyed climbing and rock hopping, and exploring the caves. We will definitely be back to play again soon!

Kids loved hiking and climbing the rocks! A hidden gem.

Super quick hike to the rocks from the road. A few groupings of rocks set up in a way that makes for a good exploration. If you take the trail(s) down to the creek, there is a (natural) path alongside the creek that you can follow for quite a while, we had a good walk with our dogs. We parked across the street at the community park/pool, but I think you could also park alongside the road.

Beautiful little forest with nice paths, granite boulders and a stream - a hidden gem!

Great for kids. Can be dangerous to climb for little ones so only climb with an adult. Trails, Creek, wildlife, morrells, deer, awesome!

Very interesting. FYI... Parking on the side of the street without shade.

This was a pretty cool place. Trails are short, but a great place for kids to have fun on the rock formations. Trail head is just up from the Thornhill park parking lot.

It was a great place to appreciate nature but it lacks with facilities

Surprising find in a local community. Some trails and informational signs and some huge rock formations. Fun to climb but use caution.

Really cool place tucked in a neighborhood.

Short hike with rocks to climb on. Shaded by trees, great for kids

One of my favorite parks in Charlotte...family and dog friendly.

Great place to climb rocks and explore the creek.

Great trails throughout the preserve! Plenty of tree coverage!

Absolutely amazing gem hiding in the midst of Ballantyne! Youve gotta see it for yourself!

Very nice location for taking pictures. There’s a big rocks, almost like in Central Park

A small oasis in the big city!

Fun rocks to climb and trails to walk

Nice places, but more rocks and dirt

These rocks were fun to climb on. The path isnt very well marked, and there are big roots sticking up which we tripped a few times over. Overall we loved it.

Great for a quick 1hr hike. No facilities or dedicated parking lot but had no issues with either.

Great quick explore!

Great little trail with big rocks to climb on.

Its a big rock, some smaller ones around it and thats it. no parking, its in the middle of a neighborhood

I took the kids there. I really didnt think youd be nothing but it was amazing. The rocks for huge and the kids love climbing on them

If people would stop defacing the stones, throwing trash and other things all around, it would be great...it is a huge piece of Native American history in our area...and should be taken care of better....its a shame....it was part of a ceremonial ground of the Sugaree Indians for thousands of years...it should be better respected....

This is a pretty neat spot tucked away in an unexpected spot. Great for kids who like to explore and also as a historical spot.

Free!!! and worth way more than the price of admission.Most people will never visit this because they will never find it, but for those that do, it is an awesome way to spend an hour or so. It is a Mammoth Rock in the middle of civilization that makes you feel like your at the top of a mountain. Great photo opportunities! Great little walk!

Secluded. Pretty cool to find in the center of a neighborhood, a taste of nature in the city. Kids had a great time. So did i

Historical site. Nice trails

Quiet wooded trail with large climbing boulders

Really not nothing to see except a few big boulders. Pretty boring. No parking. Have to park on side road.

Just as advertised. Theres rocks. And theyre big.

Interesting little park with boulders in the woods. Nice walking trails in the shade. No parking lot, had to park in the street near the park sign.

Amazingly fun time with young kids

This Nature Preserve is situated inside a very nice neighborhood. There are trails to explore with humungous boulders and streams.

You can park your car on the street and walk into the Reserve. It is fun for children because there is a history which is explained on the story board upon entering. But the slope may be a bit steep in certain parts for very young children.We had a fun time exploring the big rocks where the natives called home. Very educational.

This forest with huge boulders is tucked away in a quiet neighborhood. It has a trail leading to huge boulders with caves. This is a fun place to climb rocks. Walk around near the creek, see beautiful wild untouched nature in the middle of a busy city. Such a pleasure and respite from city life.

Such a neat little hidden gem! I have gone to this place since I was a teenager... Seemed bigger then lol but how cool of a place that most dont know about Live Love Laugh

A hidden natural playground!

Loved it. Easy to get around and not get lost. The staff were friendly too.

Check out the Preserve. Rocks are amazing. Park at the Thornhill pool and walk across the street to tour the area.

Hidden neighborhood pocket park. Wonderful way to spend a day with kids and burn some energy. Or great picnic spot. Or fun date. Good way to start teaching about nature and how to protect it. Fantastic!

Total relaxation in this location!

There is no infustructure here just a wooded area with a big rock in the middle. But it is a historic site, the rock is pretty cool, and there are some nice trees and a little stream so, if any of those things appeal to you...check it out.

Such a fun and unique place! My kids loved the boudlers!

Cool very local place to explore. Just hope people realize that a nature preserve is not a hangout and a dump. Clean up after yourselves!

I came here many years ago for the first time before all the houses were built around it and enjoyed it a lot more back then because Ballantyne had not come up around that time. It felt like it was deep woods. Now its just sort of tucked behind suburban sprawl. With all the houses surrounding it now it feels more like a park.

Very small but nice, trails arent marked but are easily visible. The walk by the creek is the best.

Very pleasant and preserved. We will visit it again.

A peculiar, small natural wonder right next to the 485. A short trail leads to large rock formations. It seems the parks dept is warring with graffiti vandals. If you like these rocks, you should visit Hanging Rock Park in SC. Its one of the greatest little know natural wonders of this area.

Nothing like a nice walk in woods with the rocks and good company. Be careful, though, or you may miss the entrance -- the park sign marks the entrance.

Loved this trail and the giant rocks! Wished the trails were marked and a trail map posted somewhere. My son loved it and we talked about the Native Americans that camped out there and considered what life was like back then.Park on the street in front of the park sign. The park across the street is for members of the surrounding community and it is not open to the public.

Nice to hang around

Nice little nature site that had no one there. The rocks are cool. Wish they had more information about the native Americans who used to live there. Also wish the rocks were not covered with tons of paint to cover up the graffiti but people are idiots. Trail was well set up and easy to walk back to.

Had a blast here, so peaceful

I had an alright time. It was lovely you basically walk along an unpaved series of trails adjacent to a suburban community. Like the green way only a little muddier.

It is very easy to get to, but there isnt much else to do other than explore the rocks. Most of the rocks have been painted, so you lose the natural feel of the place. There was also a lot of litter, which spoiled the beauty of the place.

Small park nestled in the South Suburbs of Charlotte. Not a bad spot for an escape from all the hustle, shopping around. Best case, youll be alone and itll feel like a much larger park with creaks and streams. Youll forget your not in the mountains.Worst case: Itll be winter, you can see all the trash, graffiti, Swisher Sweet wrappers from local kids. Loses a bit of its appeal without the leaves.Clean up what little bits you can to make it a better place.

Hella ants

Small place. Glasses shred around the rock. A stream walk along the creek is all it has.

Very much a no frills experience but I thought it was pretty satisfying. As the name implies, the park is based around a big rock which sounds silly but is actually very interesting. Sadly some people vandalize the rock. Parking is on the road and is extremely limited.

Beautiful forest walk and peaceful.

Pretty unique little spot with some cool Native American history behind it. Definitely worth seeing at least once. It would be a pretty cool spot for kids to play, especially if you live in the neighborhood.

Neat little hidden spot to take older children. My preschooler enjoyed climbing rocks and wading in the creek. My toddler wanted to run. A lot of poison ivy and tough to keep everyone on trails that are overgrown in several spots!!

Nice place for fun.amazing

Small park needs a bit work.

Very cool place with lots to discover. And there is a big damn rock!

Fun spot for a small local hike. Please dont litter and if you see stuff left behind help us keep it clean.

No frills nature area with only on-street parking in a nice neighborhood behind StoneCrest. Fun for 30-60 minutes if you just want to get out with the kids for a bit. Potentially dangerous falls for younger explorers.

Beautiful, free and tucked in the middle of a HOA

Very interesting site to visit and spend a few hours hiking and enjoying nature.

Cool spot to learn about history.

Big Rock is a gem, hidden in a residential area. Park on the street and hike about 100 yards to see the rocks. There is now a sign explaining how Native Americans may have used it as a shelter and the trail is easy.

Cool place to visit with kids

Small location, very large rock formation. Kids do not need anything more for a perfect adventure.

Quiet location, walking only, unfortunately vandals sprayed rocks with graffiti and ruinined the natural beuaty.

This park is located in the Thornhill neighborhood, but is a Char-Meck park. The streets are wide enough that you can park on the street, outside the park entrance. There are over 20 acres to hike and explore, as well as the large rocks. A local boy scout troop did some work on the trail and added information about the Native American history associated with the park.

Awesome rock formations within a short walk from your car. Less than 100yds.

We are so happy to discover this! Trails, rocks, creek full of life- bugs, plants, tiny fish.

Enjoyed a short walk along the trails. Nice area.

Lots of fun here, my father has been coming here since before it was a recognized park.

Hidden ancient Historic park

Very small trail area but it is a great place for children to play. Not a good hiking area.

Pretty cool

Nice place

Bus-sized rocks to climb on and explore

Beautiful place

Found it on Google Maps and decided to have a pit stop on the way back from Carolina Place. It appears to be within a neighborhood. While I did find the sign for where its supposed to be, its barely there. I can only assume it used to be more of a public place but now theres just houses that surround it. Public parking didnt exist. Theres an area right across from it with a playground and parking. However, I guess there is no public parking due to the fact that there are signs that cleary state it was for residence and invited guest only. It was very disappointing that I could not find any parking to see anything. I probably would have parked there anyway but they were doing some birthday thing or something.

Family fun place

Nice little retreat from the city around.

Sooo beautiful!

Great place!

Kinda average. Its a really big rock in the woods behind a residential area.

No I didnt