Attractions
The Pinehurst, Southern Pines and Aberdeen Area is rich in history, and awaits your next adventure. See top things to do in Pinehurst.
While the Home of American Golf is best known for its legendary courses, there’s so much more to explore beyond the fairways.
From parks and greenways to hiking trails, farms, and wide-open spaces, the Sandhills offers countless ways to stretch your legs and soak up the fresh Carolina air. Here’s a super-sampling of local favorites where you can enjoy a perfect day with Mother Nature.
Southern Pines
Mountain bikes and trail runners are welcome on this 21-mile, public access trail that borders Ft. Bragg. Just a 5-minute drive from downtown Southern Pines, past beautiful horse farms on the way to the trailhead parking on the corner of Connecticut Avenue and Fort Bragg Road. Closed during fall and winter hunting season.
Carthage
Fun for “kids” of all ages. Pick your own strawberries, blueberries and grapes. Scheduled tours for a variety of groups. Market has fresh-picked fruits and vegetables, farm-raised pork, local honey and local eggs. Also, homemade ice cream, jams, jellies, and a wide variety of baked goods made fresh daily in the on-site farm kitchen. Be sure to try the famous Tomato Pies. Don’t feel like picking berries? Grab a Nehi or other cold drink plus a bag of cookies, then have a seat in a rocking chair on our large front porch and visit for a while.
Robbins
Misty Morning Ranch is a working ostrich farm offering tours, farm-fresh products, and a unique glimpse into raising the world’s largest bird. It’s an agritourism experience that blends education, fun, and a taste of something unexpected in the Sandhills.
Southern Pines
Enjoy hard-packed gravel and sand trails that run 4 miles, until they meet up with the reservoir loop. As an after-hike treat, visit seventh generation Highlander Farms on NC Hwy. 22 for Sam’s Famous Ice Cream.
Pinehurst
Meandering for nearly 6 miles through the community and its historic business district, through Rassie Wicker Park, the Pinehurst Arboretum and all the way out to Linden Road. Trails are pedestrian and bicycling access only, and include several places for users to hop on the greenway system. Plenty of other amenities close to the trail, including shops and restaurants, and of course, golf.
Southern Pines
Boasts more than 11 miles of walking and biking trails. Trail systems include the David R White (approximately 2 miles wandering the scenic 95-acre lake), Longleaf (about 1 mile connecting the Pine Grove Village, Talamore and Longleaf neighborhoods to the Reservoir Park and Forest Creek Greenways), Forest Creek (more than 4 miles connecting Longleaf Greenway to the Forest Creek Development, to the O’Neal School, and to Highway 22 at Nicks Creek), Mill Creek (1 mile connecting Reservoir Park to the Warrior Woods residential area. Future plans add another three miles of trail through Warrior Woods and to the Carolina golf community) and Nick’s Creek (nearly 4 miles connecting Reservoir Park to Highway 22).
Pinehurst
Fun, 18-hole course located at 861 Chicken Plant Road. Parking is available at West Pinehurst Community Park. The course is first come, first serve unless reserved for private play. Discs are available to check out from the Parks & Recreation Department.
Southern Pines
A woodland, where time stands still. More than 4,000 acres of unspoiled land that exists as a sanctuary for diverse wildlife and enjoyment for mankind. Originally known for its equestrian use, which continues to attract world-class riders and drivers to its sandy lanes and trails. However, the implementation of proper Silva culture and ecological practices have made this a true environmental preserve.