Latta Outdoor Adventures

Name: Friday Morning Hike -- Waterfront Parking Area
Start: 2026-07-31T13:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-07-31T15:00:00.000Z
Location: Latta Nature Preserve

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About us

Call- (980) 314-7878 to reserve or confirm your reservation

If you had a surprise day off work tomorrow, what would you WANT do? Would you want to kayak on Mt. Island Lake? Hike up Mt. Mitchell? SUP and chill? Marvel at the sensory explosion that is a Full Moon hike? Latta Outdoor Adventures is the group where people just like you come to find out what Outdoor Adventures are being offered RIGHT NOW at Latta Nature Preserve! We will keep you posted on all the programs for age 12 to Adult. Some are FREE meet-ups. Some cost a few bucks. Don’t have your own gear? No problem. That’s why we are here. Book a tour with us and let the Outdoor Recreation Specialists at Latta do the heavy lifting, literally. If you want to meet-up for ANY of our programs call Latta Nature Center to sign up (980)314-7878 or sign up on-line at parkandrec.mecknc.gov (calling is easier plus you get to talk to Courtney or David). Have an idea for an adventure that isn’t on our meet-ups? Tell us what you want to do and let’s do it! You can even book a private program tailored in (almost) any way imaginable. So what are you waiting for? Don’t waste that day off!

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Friday Morning Hike - Shelter #3
Fri, Jul 24 · 9:00 AM EDT
Latta Nature Preserve, 6345 Sample Rd, Huntersville, NC, US
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With an experienced naturalist by your side, you never know what you’ll find on the trails of Latta Nature Preserve! Venture out to enjoy the morning sunshine and discover new plants and creatures each week. This is a moderate, brisk hike. Be prepared to cover up to 4 miles in two hours. Hike will start no later than 9:05am at a new location each time.
Meet at Shelter #3 – 6211 Sample Rd
Ages 18+ - FREE
7 attendees
Kayak Tour on Mountain Island Lake
Sat, Jul 25 · 9:00 AM EDT
Quest at Latta Nature Preserve, 6345 Sample Rd, Huntersville, NC, US
Ages 12+ - starting at $25
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It is time to dip our paddles into the water at Mountain Island Lake. Enjoy a tour of the coves, shorelines, and spring splendor. Our ACA certified staff are there to make this an enjoyable experience for paddlers of all skill levels. All equipment provided.
Ages 12+ - starting at $25
Follow this link to register: Link to Register
2 attendees
Evening Kayak on Mountain Island Lake
Mon, Jul 27 · 6:00 PM EDT
Quest at Latta Nature Preserve, 6345 Sample Rd, Huntersville, NC, US
Ages 12+ - starting at $25
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Paddle away from those workday blues with a relaxing trip on Mountain Island Lake. Dip your paddle into the calm water and enjoy an evening tour of the coves and shorelines from the comfort of our kayaks. Our ACA certified staff are there to make this an enjoyable experience for paddlers of all skill levels. All equipment provided.
Ages 12+ - starting at $25
Follow this link to register: Link to Register
1 attendee
Friday Morning Hike -- Waterfront Parking Area
Fri, Jul 31 · 9:00 AM EDT
Latta Nature Preserve, 6345 Sample Rd, Huntersville, NC, US
Register Here
With an experienced naturalist by your side, you never know what you’ll find on the trails of Latta Nature Preserve! Venture out to enjoy the morning sunshine and discover new plants and creatures each week. This is a moderate, brisk hike. Be prepared to cover up to 4 miles in two hours. Hike will start no later than 9:05am at a new location each time.
Meet at Waterfront Parking Area
Ages 18+ - FREE
5 attendees