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Enfield / Rocky Mount KOA
- 101 Bell Acres
- Enfield, NC 27823
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I-95 Exit 154 at Enfield. 1/2 mi W on Hwy 481. R on Bell Acres at KOA sign. From Hwy 301 take Hwy 481 W Bypass in Enfield and follow 7 mi (cross over I-95). R on Bell Acres. From Hwy 48 turn E on Hwy 481. Just after bridge, turn L onto Bell Acres.
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This is a quiet country campground with no trains!
This KOA is just 15 minutes from Carolina Crossroads Music and Entertainment District in Roanoke Rapids-also home to the Roanoke Canal Trail. Rocky Mount offers the Imperial Centre with galleries, a digital planetarium and a children's museum. The Dunn Center for the Performing Arts has a variety of entertainment. Nearby, Scotland Neck hosts the world's largest collection of waterfowl at Sylvan Heights Waterfowl Park and Eco-Center, open year-round. Spend a day in Raleigh or at the beach. Tour Historic Halifax and go antiquing. Just 4 miles away is Hickory Meadows, an 18-hole public golf course-no tee times! This is a quiet country campground with no trains. There's even a dog run for pets.
Campground Activities
Kampground activities include:
- Swimming
- Playground
- Volleyball court
- Miniature Golf
- Horseshoe pits
- Cornhole/Bean Bag Toss
- Ladderball
- Badmitton
- Gameroom
- Banana Bike Rentals
- Tic Tac Toe and Checkers
- Large dog run
- Fishing within walking distance
Local area activities include:
- Outdoor Concerts
- Golf
- Shopping
- Bowling
- Roller Skating
- Dining
- Shopping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Trail Walks
- Museums
- River Canoeing
- Boating
- Auto Racing
Local Attractions
Historic Stonewall
This mansion is an outstanding example of late Federal architecture in North Carolina and was built in 1830. It is open to the public every second Sunday of every month from 2 to 4 p.m. Group tours are available by appointment. 1-800-849-6825. This is located just off Hwy 64 ByPass E (Benvenue Rd, Peachtree St Exit) www.rockymounttravel.com
Battle Park
This provides a scenic drive, picnic facilities, scenic overlooks, walks along the Tar River and a marble monument to local Confederates killed in war. This park also features Rocky Mount's original Post Office, a very old graveyard and a great view of the Tar River falls. www.ci.rocky-mount.nc.us or www.rockymounttravel.com
The Arts Center and The Playhouse
This is also known as "The Tank" and is one of the best art forums in the state.
The Country Doctor Museum
Located in Bailey, NC, this museum consists of the restored offices of two country doctors who practiced from 1857 to 1887. The medical and apothecary artifacts displayed here remind the visitors of how medical science has progressed. Located in Bailey, NC. 252-235-4165. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call 252-235-4165. www.visitnc.com
Sunset Park
Activities include a Splash and Spray Park, a Skate Park, a miniature train, merry-go-round, and historical carousel. Picnic shelters, lighted tennis and basketball courts, and a softball field are also available. www.ci.rocky-mount.nc.us or www.rockymounttravel.com
Children's Museum & Science Center at the Imperial Centre
Attractions include informative classes, hair-raising science demonstrations, planetarium programs and plethora of must-see exhibits to educate and entertain children of all ages. Open Tues thru Sun every week, see web site for times and prices. Wonderful Wednesdays - Free admission for everyone from 2pm to 5pm! Located at 270 Gay street, Rocky Mount, 252-972-1167. www.ci.rocky-mount.nc.us/museum or www.rockymounttravel.com
North Carolina Wesleyan College/Dunn Center
This is a four-year liberal arts college.
Spring Hope Historical Museum
This attraction is dedicated to the premise that a preservation of the past is a true legacy for the generations to come. Exhibits change periodically. Open year-round Saturday and Sunday from 3 to 5 p.m. Free admission.
Nash County Cultural Center
The Nash County Cultural Center features some of Nash County's finest stage performers, musicians and artists.
Roanoke Canal Trail
The Roanoke Canal Trail tells the history of transportation on the Roanoke River from the early 1800's to today. In 1976, the canal, the tow path and the canal structures were added to the National Register of Historic Places. The towpath and bottom of the canal provide pedestrian access between Roanoke Rapids and Weldon.
Local area information
For more information about the local area, visit the following website: www.rockymounttravel.com
Historic Halifax
Halifax County's rich history sets it apart. Several Indian tribes settled the area before the immigrants arrived in Halifax County. This history is celebrated each year at the Pow Wow Festival in Hollister North Carolina. The Visitor's Center offers an audiovisual presentation, exhibits, guided tours and displays depicting the history of the town.
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Fort Bragg
Fort Bragg is the nation's largest military installation and home of the fabled 82nd Airborne.
Independence Station
Located in Halifax, the station is a co-op of crafters and artisans. The gallery features hand fashioned articles. During a visit to the gallery you will see artisans at work. For more information, call (252) 583-2278
Albemarle Tour -- Several colonial period homes.
Atlantic Ocean "Crystal Coast"
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Durham, NC
Durham is a colorful, creative, and entrepreneurial community and is the proud home of Research Triangle Park, Duke and North Carolina Central universities.
R. Sullivan Fisher Farm
September through November - The Fisher family opens their doors to visitors to view pumpkins, gourds, Indian corn, wheat straw and fall squash. Children will enjoy seeing various farm animals.
Dan Finch Pottery Open House
2nd Sunday in November - located in Bailey, NC the studio home of potter and instructor Dan Finch hosts approximately 50 Eastern North Carolina potters offering works for exhibit and sale.
Upcoming Events
Spring events
International Festival of Cultures (March) - A vast array of displays, entertainment, food tasting and an international bazaar create a high-spirited atmosphere for cultural exchanges. The festival is held at Nash Community College
Sunset Easter (Saturday before Easter) - Celebrate Spring with an Easter egg hunt, entertainment, a petting zoo, children's games and other outdoor fun!
The Chase of Champions (April) - one of the state's biggest road races
Bass Fishing Tournament (April)
Living History Weekend at Stonewall Manor (held late April)
The 50th Annual National Juried Art Exhibition (April 1, 2011) - one of the largest, oldest and most prestigious arts events in eastern North Carolina. Held at the Imperial Centre for Arts and Sciences
PBA Southern Region Pro-AM Bowling Tournament (April 29 to May 1, 2011) - A family atmosphere bowling weekend where you can bowl with the pros on Friday and be a fan on Saturday and Sunday. For more information call 252-446-7707
Renaissance Faire (May) - The King Henry Renaissance Faire is a two weekend event that also includes an amateur Highland Games competition
Nashville Blooming Festival (May) - a weekend of fun and casual entertainment featuring unique crafts, live music, great food and children's rides and activities. This is held in front of the courthouse on Washington Street
Downtown Live (May-August) - This is the Rocky Mount summer music series at the Imperial Centre. The second and fourth Thursday of each month in May through August. This is the place to be for Bluegrass, Blues, Beach, Hip Hop, and Show and Dance style music. There is no admission fee.
Summer events
Downtown Live (May-August) - This is the Rocky Mount summer music series at the Imperial Centre. The second and fourth Thursday of each month in May through August. This is the place to be for Bluegrass, Blues, Beach, Hip Hop, and Show and Dance style music. There is no admission fee.
Annual Independence Celebration at Rocky Mount Stadium (held July 3rd) - this is the area's largest Independence Celebration with loads of super fireworks!
Annual July 4th Celebration in Castalia - this is the best in old fashioned food, entertainment, parades and fireworks
Harambee Festival (August) - The sights and sounds of native African-American culture are celebrated at the Imperial Centre with unique music and costumes
Rapids Jam Music Festival (June 16-18, 2011) - see separate listing
Fall events
Area Artists Show (September)
Rocky Mount Fair (October) - the areas largest, fun-filled carnival with dozens of rides, exhibits and great food
Annual Chamber Business Expo (October) - Hundreds of business and industry representatives gather for this annual event to share the latest in technical advances and merchandise
Down East Festival of The Arts (October) - this is a two-day event that features live music, dance, crafts and down home cooking
Eastern Carolina BBQ Throwdown (October) - Part of the Down East Festival of The Arts, this competitive cook-off includes over 40 teams from the southeast competing for the trophy and bragging rights for the best BBQ
Spring Hope Pumpkin Festival (October) - enjoy parades, great food and plenty of fall festivities
TNT Three-on-Three Basketball Tournament (October)
Coastal Plain Arts and Crafts Show (November) - choose from wood work, quilts, ceramics and many other crafts.
Winter events
Christmas Parade (First Sunday in December) - floats, marching bands and St. Nick himself
Christmas At City Lake (November) - traditional lighting of the city tree at City Lake
Annual Holiday Bazaar (November) - handcrafted items with emphasis on holiday gifts
Christmas at Stonewall (held the second Sunday in December) - historic home decorated for Christmas
Christmas Chorale (December) - area's finest voices come together to share holiday music
Festival of Trees (December) - area businesses and residents come together to display their Christmas trees, holiday crafts, festive foods and music
Winter Festival at The Imperial Centre For Arts and Sciences (December) - seasonal art exhibitions, performances, digital light shows and the "Festival of Trees" make this an event to see!
Festival of Lights (December) - Rocky Mount and Nash County homes, businesses and hotels illuminate for the holiday season. Self-guided maps and an event calendar are available at the area hotels and the Visitors Bureau
MLK Christmas Luminaries Celebration (December) - Luminaries celebrating the lives of loved ones will light up the walks and the Memorial in Martin Luther King, Jr. Park
Artists on the Mall Series (February through March) - enjoy square dancing, bag pipes and many other activities for all ages.
