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Kunu Coffee
Start your day with a handcrafted latte or espresso at Kunu Coffee, a local favorite known for its seasonal artisanal drinks and cozy atmosphere.
Rural Hill
Step back in time at Rural Hill, a historic site-turned-county park spread across 265 secluded acres. Stroll through scenic nature trails, make friends with the Scottish cows and learn about the Davidson family’s legacy dating back to the 1700s.
Lancaster’s BBQ
Enjoy Eastern-style barbecue at Lancaster’s BBQ, where slow-smoked pork and brisket come with a side of warm hush puppies. The NASCAR and race memorabilia on the walls nod to the area’s nickname of Race City USA.
Ramsey Creek Beach
Cool off at Ramsey Creek Beach, a half-acre sandy oasis on Lake Norman. With picnic shelters, volleyball courts, a playground and an ADA-compliant fishing pier, it’s the perfect spot to unwind.
Plan your visit
Find more accessible NC adventuresBirkdale Village
Wander through Birkdale Village, a charming open-air shopping and dining destination. Enjoy dinner at a local favorite like eeZ Fusion & Sushi, Red Rocks Café or Dressler’s Restaurant. Be sure to check Birkdale’s events calendar — festive holiday events, movie screenings and farmers markets are great family-friendly outings.
Famous Toastery
Fuel up with a stack of pancakes or a fluffy omelet at Famous Toastery in Huntersville.
Carolina Raptor Center
Walk along this center’s 0.75-mile nature trail to see and learn about more than 30 species of eagles, hawks, owls, and other raptors or birds of prey. The Carolina Raptor Center takes in about 900 injured or orphaned birds annually, and it offers interactive programs for kids of all ages.
Crafty Burg’r
Grab a gourmet burger loaded with mac 'n' cheese or a fried egg and take it to-go for a waterfront picnic at Blythe Landing or Jetton Park.
Kindred
End your trip with an unforgettable meal at Kindred, a farm-to-table favorite known for its milk bread, squid ink pasta and chocolate birthday cake.
This itinerary was produced in partnership with Visit Lake Norman.
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Your trip at a glance
Stop 1
Kunu Coffee
Stop 2
Rural Hill
Stop 3
Lancaster’s BBQ
Stop 4
Ramsey Creek Beach
Stop 5
Birkdale Village
Stop 6
Famous Toastery
Stop 7
Carolina Raptor Center
Stop 8
Crafty Burg’r
Stop 9